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GUTHRIE RANSOM SHOCK: $6M Demand in Missing Mother Case

Investigators say a ransom demand of roughly $6 million has been linked to the disappearance of 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie. Savannah Guthrie and siblings released a new video pleading for their mother’s return and authorities have widened the probe.

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1 trillion - Projected annual semiconductor industry revenue in 2026

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"No, I didn't make a mistake" — President Donald Trump

SPX 6,932 ↑ 1.97% Dow 50,116 ↑ 2.47% Nasdaq 23,031 ↑ 2.18% Gold 4,980 ↑ 1.85% BTC 71,363 ↑ 2.97%

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Ransom demand surfaces in Nancy Guthrie abduction: $6 million

A major kidnapping probe centers on Nancy Guthrie, Savannah Guthrie’s 84‑year‑old mother, after alleged abductors demanded millions and investigators widened searches across local businesses. The family has issued public video pleas and law enforcement activity has intensified.

DOJ draft statement dated day before Jeffrey Epstein found unresponsive

Newly released Justice Department documents have reignited questions about Jeffrey Epstein’s death and his network. Drafts and emails showing chronology anomalies and official ties to prominent figures are driving fresh scrutiny and congressional interest.

Starmer aide admits Mandelson appointment was ‘wrong’ and resigns

The fallout from Peter Mandelson’s appointment has toppled senior aides and intensified calls for accountability in the UK. Resignations and demands for repayment of a disputed payout threaten to engulf Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his team.

Washington Post CEO abruptly resigns after sweeping job cuts

The Washington Post’s leadership upheaved this weekend as its publisher and CEO stepped down amid mass layoffs that cut roughly a third of the newsroom. The exits have sparked backlash and scrutiny of the company’s strategy following the reductions.

Exit polls project landslide win for Japan’s Sanae Takaichi

Japan’s snap election appears to deliver a decisive victory to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and the ruling LDP, with exit polls and projections showing a strengthened majority that could reshape defense and economic policy.

Iran warns it will attack US bases if Washington strikes

Iran is taking a hard line in negotiations, warning of military retaliation if the US strikes and refusing to halt enrichment. Diplomatic talks have bought time but Tehran insists on preserving its nuclear activities, raising regional tensions.

Russia names three suspects in shooting of top general

Russian authorities say they have identified and detained suspects in the shooting of a high-ranking general. Multiple arrests and transfers from Dubai are reported as Moscow pursues those accused in the brazen attack.

Russia inflicts mass damage on Ukrainian power grid in overnight attack

Russian strikes and large scale attacks continue to degrade Ukraine’s power and civilian infrastructure as Kyiv looks to accelerate peace talks. The US has pushed for deadlines even as cities face renewed bombardment and economic strain.

Rafah border crossing reopens after two day closure

The Rafah crossing reopened after a temporary closure but only a small number of Palestinians have been allowed to cross, with many returnees facing delays and harsh conditions. The move provides limited humanitarian relief amid ongoing conflict.

Netanyahu to meet President Trump in Washington on Iran talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is rushing to Washington for urgent talks with President Trump amid high stakes on Iran. The scheduled meeting underscores close coordination as negotiations with Tehran intensify.

West Virginia operation with ICE yields roughly 650 arrests

Anti‑ICE protests, arrests and clashes have spread in multiple cities as federal immigration enforcement ramps up. Local and federal operations are fueling nationwide demonstrations, legal fights, and an increase in arrests at protest sites.

Fifth Circuit upholds detention without bond for some immigrants

Federal appeals courts have issued rulings strengthening the Trump administration’s detention powers, allowing indefinite detention without bond in many cases. The legal outcomes reshape immigration enforcement and prompt wide judicial debate.

DHS funding talks continue as negotiators race the deadline

Lawmakers and the White House remain gridlocked over funding for the Department of Homeland Security with deadlines looming. Partisan wrangling raises the risk of a shutdown while enforcement priorities and reform demands clash in talks.

Pentagon to cut academic ties with Harvard University

The Pentagon announced it will cut or end academic partnerships with Harvard, citing ideological concerns, in a move that severs military education ties and heightens the culture war over higher education and national security training.

Chip industry set to hit 1 trillion in annual revenue in 2026

Wall Street and markets are reacting to a tech and AI rotation while semiconductor demand surges. Analysts warn of software sector selloffs even as the chip industry nears a milestone year driven by AI compute needs.

Trump imposes 25% secondary tariffs on countries still importing from Iran

A string of Trump economic initiatives and foreign policy moves are reshaping trade and domestic programs from tariffs to drug pricing. New tariffs, a government drug site, and aggressive energy and foreign operations are driving debate.

Clashes break out at anti Olympics protests in Milan

Protests surrounding the Winter Olympics in Milan have turned violent with clashes, suspected sabotage of rail infrastructure, and arrests. Organizers and authorities are investigating attacks and disruptions as the games proceed under heavy security.

Drone attack in central Sudan kills at least 24 including children

A drone strike by a paramilitary group killed dozens including children in Sudan and has prompted regional condemnation. The violence deepens instability even as Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states weigh responses to renewed RSF attacks.

AI fakes surge in Minneapolis and Venezuela and swamp timelines

Cyber and AI threats are spreading from deepfakes to data breaches, complicating information integrity and user safety. Incidents include high profile breaches and rapidly proliferating AI‑generated fakes affecting conflict reporting and platforms.

Grand jury indicts actor Timothy Busfield on child sexual contact charges

High profile legal actions and violent threats continue to unsettle U.S. politics and entertainment. Indictments, Secret Service arrests, and charges connected to threats against national leaders underscore rising political violence and online danger.

Congress to review unredacted Jeffrey Epstein files starting Monday

Congress will get access to unredacted Epstein records while watchdogs flag missing DOJ memos, intensifying investigations into alleged co‑conspirators. Lawmakers hope the review will clarify redactions and reveal new leads tied to the scandal.

Trump refuses to apologise for video depicting Obamas as apes

Republican infighting has intensified after President Trump’s racially charged social post and other controversies, prompting rare GOP criticism and threats of retribution from pro‑Trump allies. The episode is reshaping intra‑party dynamics ahead of midterms.

Section 230 turns 30 as legal battles intensify

Digital platform rules and policing of speech are under scrutiny as Section 230 turns 30 and regulators probe broadcasters. Social media account hacks and FCC probes highlight growing tensions over platform governance and political influence online.

New York records coldest winter chill in more than 20 years

A severe polar vortex and record cold snap are driving warnings across the US as millions face life‑threatening temperatures. At the same time a spate of mushroom poisonings and other winter hazards are producing multiple fatalities and hospitalizations.

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