FBI director Kash Patel expressed concern over the rise in 'swatting' incidents targeting media figures. He emphasized that weaponizing law enforcement against any American is unacceptable and endangers lives. Social media influencer Gunther Eagleman, radio show host Joe Pagliarulo, and Infowars' Chase Geiser are among those who have said they were targeted in recent days in swat calls.
Related news
Adam’s passing was caused by an aneurysm, a localized weakening of an artery​ wall that can lead to life-threatening internal bleeding if it ruptures. Aneurysms often develop without symptoms and are rarely diagnosed without specific screening or imaging. This silent nature makes them particularly dangerous, as individuals can go about their lives unaware of the ticking time bomb inside them.
US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration will see notable absences, including Michelle Obama and Nancy Pelosi. However, former Presidents Clinton, Bush, Obama, and Biden will attend. World leaders like Argentina’s President Milei and Italy’s PM Meloni are also confirmed. Elon Musk will be present, while tech giants like Bezos and Zuckerberg will not attend. Performers include Carrie Underwood and Lee Greenwood.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned Putin's suggestion of a "missile duel" with the US as irrational. Putin proposed testing Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missile against US defenses, claiming its superiority. Russia first deployed the Oreshnik on November 21 against Dnipro, Ukraine, allegedly in retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory.
​In a statement, Hailey Welch's team has now blamed Alex Larson Schultz, who goes by the name Doc Hollywood, who they said controlled all token decisions, fees, and treasury. During the crisis, Doc Hollywood's team vanished and refused to take any responsibility, the Hawk Tuah girl's team said in their latest statement.
Harvey Weinstein requested Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Curtis Farber to expedite his upcoming sex assault trial due to his deteriorating health. The judge rescheduled the trial to begin on April 15. Weinstein, who remains incarcerated, highlighted his medical issues, including cancer and diabetes, stressing the hardships of his detainment at Rikers Island.
US temporarily blocked a guilty plea by Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused mastermind of the 9/11 attacks, avoiding a plea deal that would spare him the death penalty. Legal challenges and mishandling have prolonged the case. Defence Secretary Austin opposed the deal, and legal battles continue over the plea agreement's validity.
Edward Yedid, a luxury home designer, allegedly crashed his Porsche into another car in the Hamptons on Christmas. The intoxicated driver was arrested after failing sobriety tests. Neither Edward Yedid nor the family suffered serious injuries. Yedid faces charges including DWI. He must appear in court for arraignment on January 8.
Senior Taliban representatives visited Tokyo for talks aimed at helping Afghanistan build a more inclusive political system and protect human rights. This marks their first diplomatic trip outside Central Asia and the Middle East since taking control of Afghanistan in 2021. The talks, organized by Nippon Zaidan, align with Japan's efforts to encourage the Taliban to adopt policies that protect human rights, despite not officially recognizing them as Afghanistan's government.
The World Food Programme said Tuesday that it was suspending aid for 650,000 malnourished women and children in Ethiopia because of a lack of funding. "WFP is being forced to halt treatment for 650,000 malnourished women and children in May due to insufficient funding," it said in a statement. It comes as several Western countries have also reduced aid spending.
UN experts have accused Israel of committing sexual violence in Gaza, targeting hospitals and civilians, disproportionately affecting women and children. Israel rejects the UN's findings, labeling them biased. The investigation's results could be used in international legal cases, including at the International Criminal Court, which has already issued arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders.