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<p>White traffic lights might soon be added to the lineup, as the fourth one in the current lineup is being tested. Experts are calling for new light as the number of self-driving vehicles on roads increases. The white light will communicate with autonomous vehicles to let them know whether it is safe to move through busy intersections. The three-colour traffic light system has been in place for decades now. Red, amber and green signal drivers how to move through traffic. A trial of the white light will be carried out in North Carolina since the concept of the fourth traffic light was created at its university. The new quad-coloured system is being touted as the next best thing as more and more self-driving vehicles get on the roads. It will serve as a "follow-on" signal for autonomous vehicles, telling them how and when to move through traffic.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The white light will be placed below the green light and will act as the "follow the leader" signal. When active, it indicates that autonomous vehicles are interacting with each other and the traffic system to make movement easy and safe. For those physically driving their cars, they should simply follow the car in front of them - stop when it stops, and go when it goes. If the light turns red, amber, or green, drivers follow standard traffic rules.</p><p>Also Read:&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>White traffic light trial in North Carolina</strong></h2><p>The white light is touted to reduce travel time by up to 10 per cent and significantly lower fuel consumption. With a light to tell what to do, unnecessary idling time is reduced, moving quicker. The trial is being conducted in North Carolina, where pedestrian activity is low. However, to deploy the white light fully in more areas, 30 to 40 per cent of vehicles on roads should be autonomous. This isn't likely to happen for a few more decades, so the technology is like preparing for the future.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Did you know that traffic lights did not always have three colours? According to records, the amber light was added in 1920 by a Detroit police officer to remove the confusion of directly moving from red to green.<br>&nbsp;</p>

A fourth colour in traffic lights could soon be added as trials begin in North Carolina. With self-driving cars taking over the roads, a white light might be placed under the green light. How will this help? 

White traffic lights might soon be added to the lineup, as the fourth one in the current lineup is being tested. Experts are calling for new light as the number of self-driving vehicles on roads increases. The white light will communicate with autonomous vehicles to let them know whether it is safe to move through busy intersections. The three-colour traffic light system has been in place for decades now. Red, amber and green signal drivers how to move through traffic. A trial of the white light will be carried out in North Carolina since the concept of the fourth traffic light was created at its university. The new quad-coloured system is being touted as the next best thing as more and more self-driving vehicles get on the roads. It will serve as a "follow-on" signal for autonomous vehicles, telling them how and when to move through traffic. The white light will be placed below the green light and will act as the "follow the leader" signal. When active, it indicates that autonomous vehicles are interacting with each other and the traffic system to make movement easy and safe. For those physically driving their cars, they should simply follow the car in front of them - stop when it stops, and go when it goes. If the light turns red, amber, or green, drivers follow standard traffic rules. Also Read: White traffic light trial in North Carolina The white light is touted to reduce travel time by up to 10 per cent and significantly lower fuel consumption. With a light to tell what to do, unnecessary idling time is reduced, moving quicker. The trial is being conducted in North Carolina, where pedestrian activity is low. However, to deploy the white light fully in more areas, 30 to 40 per cent of vehicles on roads should be autonomous. This isn't likely to happen for a few more decades, so the technology is like preparing for the future. Did you know that traffic lights did not always have three colours? According to records, the amber light was added in 1920 by a Detroit police officer to remove the confusion of directly moving from red to green.

<p>A fourth colour in traffic lights could soon be added as trials begin in North Carolina. With self-driving cars taking over the roads, a white light might be placed under the green light. How will this help?&nbsp;</p>

White traffic lights might be placed under the green one soon. Here's why

<p>Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday (Feb 9) used a touch of humour to highlight India's evolving trade relationship with the United States, drawing an unusual comparison between tariffs and cricket during a diplomatic reception. Speaking at an event hosted at the residence of US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Goyal referred to India’s recent victory over the United States in a T20 World Cup match and linked it to the newly announced tariff framework between the two countries.</p><h2><strong>Goyal's 18% jab at Gor</strong></h2><p>Praising the US's performance at the T20 World Cup match, the Indian commerce minister, in jest, said that America may have won the match "if only" President Donald Trump had "made the reciprocal tariff zero".</p><p>"The US may not have won yesterday’s match, but I must say, for a country which has not known cricket and has started on cricket only a few years ago, the performance was fabulous," Goyal said, praising the American team’s showing.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jimmy-lai-s-son-sebastien-lai-asks-trump-to-tell-xi-the-prison-sentence-is-a-mistake-warns-if-he-dies-1770685339030"><strong>Jimmy Lai’s son Sebastien Lai asks Trump to tell Xi the prison sentence is a ‘mistake,’ warns ‘if he dies...’</strong></a></p><p>He then recalled a light-hearted exchange with Ambassador Gor during the game. "Sergio pointed out one very important factor — the US lost the match by 18%. And a very humble request I made to him, as a suggestion, that if only you had made the reciprocal tariff zero, you would possibly have won the match," said Piyush Goyal.</p><p>Watch what he said here:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: &quot;...The US may not have won yesterday&#39;s match (against India in the T20 World Cup), but I must say, for a country which has not known Cricket and has started on Cricket a few years ago, the performance was fabulous. Sergio was there to enjoy the match...Sergio… <a href="https://t.co/bmwimEor1u">pic.twitter.com/bmwimEor1u</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2020874074814361955?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The remark came just days after India and the United States released a joint statement outlining details of a new trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs and expanding market access on both sides.</p><h2><strong>India-US trade deal</strong></h2><p>Under the agreement, US tariffs on Indian exports will fall sharply from about 50 per cent to 18 per cent, easing pressure on several export-oriented sectors. Indian industries expected to benefit include textiles and apparel, leather and footwear, plastic and rubber goods, organic chemicals, home decor products, artisanal items and select machinery.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-lifts-25-tariff-on-india-says-new-delhi-committed-to-stop-directly-or-indirectly-importing-russian-federation-oil-1770427129351"><strong>Trump lifts 25% tariff on India, says New Delhi 'committed to stop directly or indirectly importing Russian Federation oil'</strong></a></p><p>In return, India has agreed to reduce or eliminate duties on a broad range of American goods. These include industrial products as well as agricultural and food items such as dried distillers’ grains, red sorghum used for animal feed, tree nuts, fresh and processed fruits, soybean oil, and wine and spirits.</p><p>Negotiations for the deal began in February 2025 and continued for months before the agreement was finalised.<br> </p>

Piyush Goyal used cricket humour to describe India’s improving trade ties with the US, joking that America might have beaten India in a T20 match “if reciprocal tariffs were zero.” His remark came after both countries finalised a deal cutting US tariffs on Indian exports to 18%.

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday (Feb 9) used a touch of humour to highlight India's evolving trade relationship with the United States, drawing an unusual comparison between tariffs and cricket during a diplomatic reception. Speaking at an event hosted at the residence of US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Goyal referred to India’s recent victory over the United States in a T20 World Cup match and linked it to the newly announced tariff framework between the two countries. Goyal's 18% jab at Gor Praising the US's performance at the T20 World Cup match, the Indian commerce minister, in jest, said that America may have won the match "if only" President Donald Trump had "made the reciprocal tariff zero". "The US may not have won yesterday’s match, but I must say, for a country which has not known cricket and has started on cricket only a few years ago, the performance was fabulous," Goyal said, praising the American team’s showing. Also read | Jimmy Lai’s son Sebastien Lai asks Trump to tell Xi the prison sentence is a ‘mistake,’ warns ‘if he dies...’ He then recalled a light-hearted exchange with Ambassador Gor during the game. "Sergio pointed out one very important factor — the US lost the match by 18%. And a very humble request I made to him, as a suggestion, that if only you had made the reciprocal tariff zero, you would possibly have won the match," said Piyush Goyal. Watch what he said here:

<p>Piyush Goyal used cricket humour to describe India’s improving trade ties with the US, joking that America might have beaten India in a T20 match “if reciprocal tariffs were zero.” His remark came after both countries finalised a deal cutting US tariffs on Indian exports to 18%.</p>

T20 meets trade: Piyush Goyal delivers cricket-style jab on India-US tariff deal, steals spotlight at US event. Watch

<p>Syria's former president, Bashar al-Assad, was obsessed with sex, and one of his lovers helped get women for her, including wives of his own officials. According to a report by The Atlantic, instead of trying to save his regime, Assad spent his time on sex and smartphone games. He also made terrible decisions, replacing experienced powerbrokers with younger people who did not match the former's level of competence. &nbsp;Luna al-Shibl was a former Al Jazeera journalist who later became Assad's confidante and his lover, the outlet quoted the sources as saying. &nbsp;Shibl arranged women for Assad, which included the wives of senior Syrian officers. However, when Assad's control started to wane, Shibl is believed to have changed her allegiance and started sharing confidential information with Russia. In July 2024, she died under mysterious circumstances. Police found her dead in her BMW on a highway outside Damascus, with state media claiming that she was killed in a car accident.</p><h2><strong>Assad played videos games on his phone</strong></h2><p>However, some believe that Assad himself ordered her killing. Even though Shibl was found with her skull completely smashed, the car barely had any damage. There were also reports that Iran got her killed after she leaked some data to Israel. But the Assad theory was widely believed by those around them. Assad also didn't seem to care about the military and political crises in Syria in 2024. Instead, he spent his time on his phone, playing games like Candy Crush, his former courtiers and officers say. One former Hezbollah operative said he spent hours on his phone and was not interested in tackling the grave problem at hand.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/syrians-rejoice-on-first-anniversary-of-assad-s-fall-1765217024314/embed</p><h2><strong>Assad and his silence on Israel-Hamas war</strong></h2><p>After the October 2024 attack on Israel, Assad chose to remain silent. Meanwhile, Israel launched strikes across Syria and Lebanon, killing leaders like Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Assad's remaining mum on the situation fuelled suspicion that he was sharing secrets with Israel. When rebels advanced towards Aleppo on November 27, Assad was not in Russia. His commanders were left to fight them alone as he did not intervene. When Russia refused to fight the war, Assad reached Damascus and assured aides that they would win against the rebels. An official statement was released stating that he was at the palace carrying out his "constitutional duties". &nbsp;However, insiders say that it was a lie and Assad had already fled on a Russian jet. The new Syrian government issued an arrest warrant against Assad, and he remains missing.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Bashar al-Assad spent his last hours as president of Syria playing video games on his phone, according to reports. His personal life revolved around sex, so much so that his lover arranged women for him, including wives of his own officials.

Syria's former president, Bashar al-Assad, was obsessed with sex, and one of his lovers helped get women for her, including wives of his own officials. According to a report by The Atlantic, instead of trying to save his regime, Assad spent his time on sex and smartphone games. He also made terrible decisions, replacing experienced powerbrokers with younger people who did not match the former's level of competence. Luna al-Shibl was a former Al Jazeera journalist who later became Assad's confidante and his lover, the outlet quoted the sources as saying. Shibl arranged women for Assad, which included the wives of senior Syrian officers. However, when Assad's control started to wane, Shibl is believed to have changed her allegiance and started sharing confidential information with Russia. In July 2024, she died under mysterious circumstances. Police found her dead in her BMW on a highway outside Damascus, with state media claiming that she was killed in a car accident. Assad played videos games on his phone However, some believe that Assad himself ordered her killing. Even though Shibl was found with her skull completely smashed, the car barely had any damage. There were also reports that Iran got her killed after she leaked some data to Israel. But the Assad theory was widely believed by those around them. Assad also didn't seem to care about the military and political crises in Syria in 2024. Instead, he spent his time on his phone, playing games like Candy Crush, his former courtiers and officers say. One former Hezbollah operative said he spent hours on his phone and was not interested in tackling the grave problem at hand. https://www.wionews.com/videos/syrians-rejoice-on-first-anniversary-of-assad-s-fall-1765217024314/embed Assad and his silence on Israel-Hamas war After the October 2024 attack on Israel, Assad chose to remain silent. Meanwhile, Israel launched strikes across Syria and Lebanon, killing leaders like Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Assad's remaining mum on the situation fuelled suspicion that he was sharing secrets with Israel. When rebels advanced towards Aleppo on November 27, Assad was not in Russia. His commanders were left to fight them alone as he did not intervene. When Russia refused to fight the war, Assad reached Damascus and assured aides that they would win against the rebels. An official statement was released stating that he was at the palace carrying out his "constitutional duties". However, insiders say that it was a lie and Assad had already fled on a Russian jet. The new Syrian government issued an arrest warrant against Assad, and he remains missing.

<p>Bashar al-Assad spent his last hours as president of Syria playing video games on his phone, according to reports. His personal life revolved around sex, so much so that his lover arranged women for him, including wives of his own officials.</p>

Sex crazed Bashar al-Assad had lover arrange wives of his officers, spent hours playing Candy Crush

<p>A newly surfaced email from the Jeffrey Epstein document release has reignited political controversy in Washington, with Democrats accusing the US Justice Department of trying to cover up potentially damning information that could contradict President Donald Trump’s claims about his ties with the disgraced financier.</p><h2><strong>What's in the damning email?</strong></h2><p>Congressman Jamie Raskin, the ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, on Monday (Feb 9) said the email was among the partially redacted documents released by the Justice Department earlier this month under the Epstein Transparency Act.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-health-secretary-robert-f-kennedy-jr-s-bizarre-link-with-paedophile-revealed-in-latest-epstein-file-dump-dinosaur-hunt-emails-1770444507541"><strong>Trump health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s bizarre link with paedophile revealed in latest Epstein file dump</strong></a></p><p>According to Raskin, the message was forwarded by Epstein to his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell and contained a summary of a conversation between lawyers representing Epstein and lawyers representing Trump. In that exchange, Epstein’s legal team reportedly quoted Trump as saying Epstein "was not a member" of his Mar-a-Lago club but remained a "guest" who had never been asked to leave.</p><p>"Epstein’s lawyers synopsized and quoted Trump as saying that Jeffrey Epstein was not a member of his club at Mar-a-Lago — but he was a guest at Mar-a-Lago, and he had never been asked to leave," the Democrat told reporters.</p><p>Raskin added the information had been "redacted for some …inscrutable reason", questioning whether the omission was justified under federal disclosure rules.</p><h2><strong>Questions continue over Trump–Epstein ties</strong></h2><p>Trump has long maintained that he cut ties with Epstein in the mid-2000s. Speaking to reporters after Epstein’s 2019 arrest on sex trafficking charges, Trump said he had a "falling out" with Epstein and had not spoken to him for about 15 years. That timeline would place the break around 2004, several years before Epstein’s 2008 conviction in Florida for soliciting prostitution, including from a minor.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosive-epstein-files-accuse-trump-of-raping-13-year-old-murdering-a-new-born-white-house-says-this-about-allegations-1769823565436"><strong>Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations</strong></a></p><p>Last year, Trump claimed that he barred Epstein from Mar-a-Lago after the paedophile "stole" staff from his spa. He has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing connected to Epstein, and he has never been charged in relation to the financier’s crimes.</p>

An email from the DoJ's latest Epstein files dump has sparked political controversy in Washington, with House Democrats alleging that it contradicts Donald Trump’s account of his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.

A newly surfaced email from the Jeffrey Epstein document release has reignited political controversy in Washington, with Democrats accusing the US Justice Department of trying to cover up potentially damning information that could contradict President Donald Trump’s claims about his ties with the disgraced financier. What's in the damning email? Congressman Jamie Raskin, the ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, on Monday (Feb 9) said the email was among the partially redacted documents released by the Justice Department earlier this month under the Epstein Transparency Act. Also read | Trump health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s bizarre link with paedophile revealed in latest Epstein file dump According to Raskin, the message was forwarded by Epstein to his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell and contained a summary of a conversation between lawyers representing Epstein and lawyers representing Trump. In that exchange, Epstein’s legal team reportedly quoted Trump as saying Epstein "was not a member" of his Mar-a-Lago club but remained a "guest" who had never been asked to leave. "Epstein’s lawyers synopsized and quoted Trump as saying that Jeffrey Epstein was not a member of his club at Mar-a-Lago — but he was a guest at Mar-a-Lago, and he had never been asked to leave," the Democrat told reporters. Raskin added the information had been "redacted for some …inscrutable reason", questioning whether the omission was justified under federal disclosure rules. Questions continue over Trump–Epstein ties Trump has long maintained that he cut ties with Epstein in the mid-2000s. Speaking to reporters after Epstein’s 2019 arrest on sex trafficking charges, Trump said he had a "falling out" with Epstein and had not spoken to him for about 15 years. That timeline would place the break around 2004, several years before Epstein’s 2008 conviction in Florida for soliciting prostitution, including from a minor. Also read | Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations Last year, Trump claimed that he barred Epstein from Mar-a-Lago after the paedophile "stole" staff from his spa. He has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing connected to Epstein, and he has never been charged in relation to the financier’s crimes.

<p>An email from the DoJ's latest Epstein files dump has sparked political controversy in Washington, with House Democrats alleging that it contradicts Donald Trump’s account of his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.</p>

Damning email contradicting Trump claims on kicking Epstein out of Mar-a-Lago mysteriously redacted, Democrats EXPOSE alleged cover-up

<p>Two Congress members viewed unredacted portions of the Epstein files on Monday (February 9), and revealed that a nine-year-old victim was one of his victims. A foreign government official currently holding a top post is also in the documents, according to Thomas Massie, a Republican, and Ro Khanna, a Democrat. The duo held a press conference after seeing the files, where they announced that six men are likely incriminated in the papers. Massie and Khanna have led calls for the release of the Epstein Files and pushed for a vote on their Epstein Files Transparency Act. Even though President Donald signed it into law, they are not happy with the redactions. The Department of Justice released more than 3 million heavily redacted documents on January 30. While they exposed a lot of graphic details, the redactions have caused anger among the survivors and lawmakers, calling for full exposure. Representative Jamie Raskin, a Maryland Democrat, accompanied Massie and Khanna to the DOJ office to see the redacted files.</p><h2><strong>Redactions in Epstein Files mention senior officials and young victims</strong></h2><p>The redactions carry some shocking details, including underage victims who have never been previously reported. Raskin told reporters, "You read through these files, and you read about 15-year-old girls, 14-year-old girls, 10-year-old girls. I saw a mention of a 9-year-old girl today. I mean, this is just preposterous and scandalous." Talking about the unreported senior officials in the files, Massie told reporters that one of them is "pretty high up in a foreign government". He posted a document containing 18 redactions, including details of four men born before 1970. Seeing how important information has been redacted, Massie urged the DOJ to "correct their mistakes". Earlier on Sunday, a public service announcement aired during the Super Bowl, in which survivors urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to reveal the information which has been redacted.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/super-bowl-2026-epstein-victims-demand-release-of-more-secret-files-in-ad-1770607722410"><strong>Super Bowl 2026: Epstein victims demand release of more secret files in ad - 'IT'S TIME FOR...'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former girlfriend, who is in jail, pleaded the Fifth at a closed-door hearing on Capitol Hill. Appearing before the House Oversight Committee, she refused to answer questions linked to Epstein.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-fallout-starmer-s-two-aides-resign-within-24-hours-1770654055607/embed</p><h2><strong>Epstein Files and British monarchy&nbsp;</strong></h2><p>The Epstein Files have exposed former Prince Andrew and his activities alongside the paedophile. A photo shows him kneeling on all fours over a girl in one of the photos released in the latest tranche. Khanna lashed out against the British monarchy for its silence, saying the scandal can bring about its downfall. He added that King Charles III has a responsibility to address the matter, and that simply stripping titles is not the answer.</p>

The redacted Epstein Files were seen by Congress members Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna on Monday, revealing that Epstein's youngest victim was just nine years old. Survivors and lawmakers have been slamming the DOJ for the redactions in the new files.

Two Congress members viewed unredacted portions of the Epstein files on Monday (February 9), and revealed that a nine-year-old victim was one of his victims. A foreign government official currently holding a top post is also in the documents, according to Thomas Massie, a Republican, and Ro Khanna, a Democrat. The duo held a press conference after seeing the files, where they announced that six men are likely incriminated in the papers. Massie and Khanna have led calls for the release of the Epstein Files and pushed for a vote on their Epstein Files Transparency Act. Even though President Donald signed it into law, they are not happy with the redactions. The Department of Justice released more than 3 million heavily redacted documents on January 30. While they exposed a lot of graphic details, the redactions have caused anger among the survivors and lawmakers, calling for full exposure. Representative Jamie Raskin, a Maryland Democrat, accompanied Massie and Khanna to the DOJ office to see the redacted files. Redactions in Epstein Files mention senior officials and young victims The redactions carry some shocking details, including underage victims who have never been previously reported. Raskin told reporters, "You read through these files, and you read about 15-year-old girls, 14-year-old girls, 10-year-old girls. I saw a mention of a 9-year-old girl today. I mean, this is just preposterous and scandalous." Talking about the unreported senior officials in the files, Massie told reporters that one of them is "pretty high up in a foreign government". He posted a document containing 18 redactions, including details of four men born before 1970. Seeing how important information has been redacted, Massie urged the DOJ to "correct their mistakes". Earlier on Sunday, a public service announcement aired during the Super Bowl, in which survivors urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to reveal the information which has been redacted. Also Read: Super Bowl 2026: Epstein victims demand release of more secret files in ad - 'IT'S TIME FOR...' Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former girlfriend, who is in jail, pleaded the Fifth at a closed-door hearing on Capitol Hill. Appearing before the House Oversight Committee, she refused to answer questions linked to Epstein. https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-fallout-starmer-s-two-aides-resign-within-24-hours-1770654055607/embed Epstein Files and British monarchy The Epstein Files have exposed former Prince Andrew and his activities alongside the paedophile. A photo shows him kneeling on all fours over a girl in one of the photos released in the latest tranche. Khanna lashed out against the British monarchy for its silence, saying the scandal can bring about its downfall. He added that King Charles III has a responsibility to address the matter, and that simply stripping titles is not the answer.

<p>The redacted Epstein Files were seen by Congress members Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna on Monday, revealing that Epstein's youngest victim was just nine years old. Survivors and lawmakers have been slamming the DOJ for the redactions in the new files.</p>

Redacted Epstein Files show his youngest victim was just 9, names a 'senior foreign official'

<p>Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, along with Google-owned YouTube, on Monday (Feb 9) were accused of "engineering addiction" in children. The accusation against the tech giants was levelled as a closely watched trial against major social media companies began in California. The trial would see Meta and YouTube facing accusations that their platforms were deliberately designed to be addictive for children. It marks one of the first times a jury will directly consider whether social media companies can be held legally responsible for the mental health impact of their platforms on children.</p><h2><strong>"Engineered addiction"</strong></h2><p>The case, unfolding before a Los Angeles jury, could set an important legal precedent for hundreds of similar lawsuits across the United States. At the centre of the trial is a 20-year-old woman identified in court documents as Kaley G.M., who claims she suffered severe mental harm after becoming addicted to social media as a child.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jimmy-lai-s-son-sebastien-lai-asks-trump-to-tell-xi-the-prison-sentence-is-a-mistake-warns-if-he-dies-1770685339030"><strong>Jimmy Lai’s son asks Trump to tell Xi the prison sentence is a ‘mistake’</strong></a></p><p>In opening arguments, plaintiffs’ attorney Mark Lanier accused tech companies of intentionally engineering their platforms to hook young users. "This case is about two of the richest corporations in history who have engineered addiction in children's brains," Lanier told the jury. Stacking children's toy bricks, he described the case "as easy as A-B-C," A for addicting, B for brains, and C for children.</p><p>Lanier argued that companies built systems designed to maximise engagement, comparing social media features to gambling mechanisms. "They don't only build apps; they build traps," he said, adding that Meta and YouTube pursued "addiction by design".</p><p>He told jurors that Kaley began using YouTube at the age of six, and her family was never warned that "the goal was viewer addiction," or about the risks of algorithm-driven addiction among children.</p><p>The case is being treated as a “bellwether” trial, meaning its outcome could influence how future lawsuits against social media companies are handled, including potential compensation for plaintiffs.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-health-secretary-robert-f-kennedy-jr-s-bizarre-link-with-paedophile-revealed-in-latest-epstein-file-dump-dinosaur-hunt-emails-1770444507541"><strong>Trump health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s bizarre link with paedophile revealed in latest Epstein file dump</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Companies reject responsibility</strong></h2><p>Lawyers for Meta strongly pushed back against the claims, arguing that social media was not the primary cause of the young woman’s struggles. "If you took Instagram away and everything else was the same in Kaley's life, would her life be completely different, or would she still be struggling with the same things she is today?" Defense attorney Paul Schmidt asked jurors. He said that personal challenges, including bullying and family issues, played a larger role in her mental health difficulties.</p><p>YouTube also denied the allegations. A company spokesperson said the claims were "simply not true,” pointing to ongoing efforts to introduce safety tools for younger users.</p>

A landmark trial in California has begun against Meta and YouTube, with plaintiffs accusing the companies of deliberately designing their platforms to ‘addict’ children and harm their mental health. All you need to know.

Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, along with Google-owned YouTube, on Monday (Feb 9) were accused of "engineering addiction" in children. The accusation against the tech giants was levelled as a closely watched trial against major social media companies began in California. The trial would see Meta and YouTube facing accusations that their platforms were deliberately designed to be addictive for children. It marks one of the first times a jury will directly consider whether social media companies can be held legally responsible for the mental health impact of their platforms on children. "Engineered addiction" The case, unfolding before a Los Angeles jury, could set an important legal precedent for hundreds of similar lawsuits across the United States. At the centre of the trial is a 20-year-old woman identified in court documents as Kaley G.M., who claims she suffered severe mental harm after becoming addicted to social media as a child. Also read | Jimmy Lai’s son asks Trump to tell Xi the prison sentence is a ‘mistake’ In opening arguments, plaintiffs’ attorney Mark Lanier accused tech companies of intentionally engineering their platforms to hook young users. "This case is about two of the richest corporations in history who have engineered addiction in children's brains," Lanier told the jury. Stacking children's toy bricks, he described the case "as easy as A-B-C," A for addicting, B for brains, and C for children. Lanier argued that companies built systems designed to maximise engagement, comparing social media features to gambling mechanisms. "They don't only build apps; they build traps," he said, adding that Meta and YouTube pursued "addiction by design". He told jurors that Kaley began using YouTube at the age of six, and her family was never warned that "the goal was viewer addiction," or about the risks of algorithm-driven addiction among children. The case is being treated as a “bellwether” trial, meaning its outcome could influence how future lawsuits against social media companies are handled, including potential compensation for plaintiffs. Also read | Trump health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s bizarre link with paedophile revealed in latest Epstein file dump Companies reject responsibility Lawyers for Meta strongly pushed back against the claims, arguing that social media was not the primary cause of the young woman’s struggles. "If you took Instagram away and everything else was the same in Kaley's life, would her life be completely different, or would she still be struggling with the same things she is today?" Defense attorney Paul Schmidt asked jurors. He said that personal challenges, including bullying and family issues, played a larger role in her mental health difficulties. YouTube also denied the allegations. A company spokesperson said the claims were "simply not true,” pointing to ongoing efforts to introduce safety tools for younger users.

<p>A landmark trial in California has begun against Meta and YouTube, with plaintiffs accusing the companies of deliberately designing their platforms to ‘addict’ children and harm their mental health. All you need to know.</p>

‘Addiction by design’? Meta, YouTube accused of 'engineering addiction' in children during US trial

<p>Sebastien Lai, the son of jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, has called on US President Donald Trump to talk to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, saying his father’s 20-year prison sentence is a "mistake" and potentially fatal given his age and health. Speaking in London on Monday, Sebastien said he hoped diplomatic pressure from Washington could persuade Chinese President Xi Jinping to reconsider the case of the 78-year-old pro-democracy figure.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-what-did-troublemaker-jimmy-lai-do-all-we-know-about-his-national-security-verdicts-1765786604355"><strong>Explained | What did 'troublemaker' Jimmy Lai do? All we know</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Trump can tell Xi it's a 'mistake'</strong></h2><p>"The president interceding in my father's case will show Xi Jinping how much of a mistake it is, the persecution of my father," Sebastien Lai said. Talking to AFP, he warned that continued imprisonment could have serious consequences, both for his father’s health and for China’s global image.</p><p>"If he dies, many countries will be rightfully outraged," he said, adding that there was "no upside" to what authorities were doing.</p><p>Trump had previously promised during his election campaign to work toward securing Lai’s release.&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison</strong></h2><p>78-year-old Jimmy Lai, the founder of the now-defunct pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, on Monday (Feb 9) was convicted under Hong Kong’s national security law, which Beijing imposed in 2020 following massive anti-government protests in the financial hub. Authorities accused him of colluding with foreign forces, charges his family and supporters strongly reject.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-sentences-media-tycoon-jimmy-lai-to-20-years-in-prison-what-was-the-case-against-him-1770604509612"><strong>Hong Kong sentences media tycoon Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison</strong></a></p><p>Sebastien described the sentence as effectively a "death sentence" for his father, who has faced multiple health issues in recent years. He also criticised Hong Kong authorities for what he called a politically motivated prosecution.</p><p>"The Hong Kong government has essentially decided to destroy their greatest asset -- their legal system -- in order to vindictively go after my father," he said, insisting Jimmy Lai has "committed no crime"</p><p>He is "a man who over the last few years and multiple show trials where they have found nothing -- the only thing they came up with is this vague idea of colluding with foreign forces," added Sebastien.&nbsp;</p>

Sebastien Lai has urged US President Donald Trump to intervene with Chinese President Xi Jinping over the 20-year prison sentence handed to Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai. Here's what he said

Sebastien Lai, the son of jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, has called on US President Donald Trump to talk to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, saying his father’s 20-year prison sentence is a "mistake" and potentially fatal given his age and health. Speaking in London on Monday, Sebastien said he hoped diplomatic pressure from Washington could persuade Chinese President Xi Jinping to reconsider the case of the 78-year-old pro-democracy figure. Also read | Explained | What did 'troublemaker' Jimmy Lai do? All we know Trump can tell Xi it's a 'mistake' "The president interceding in my father's case will show Xi Jinping how much of a mistake it is, the persecution of my father," Sebastien Lai said. Talking to AFP, he warned that continued imprisonment could have serious consequences, both for his father’s health and for China’s global image. "If he dies, many countries will be rightfully outraged," he said, adding that there was "no upside" to what authorities were doing. Trump had previously promised during his election campaign to work toward securing Lai’s release. Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison 78-year-old Jimmy Lai, the founder of the now-defunct pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, on Monday (Feb 9) was convicted under Hong Kong’s national security law, which Beijing imposed in 2020 following massive anti-government protests in the financial hub. Authorities accused him of colluding with foreign forces, charges his family and supporters strongly reject. Also read | Hong Kong sentences media tycoon Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison Sebastien described the sentence as effectively a "death sentence" for his father, who has faced multiple health issues in recent years. He also criticised Hong Kong authorities for what he called a politically motivated prosecution. "The Hong Kong government has essentially decided to destroy their greatest asset -- their legal system -- in order to vindictively go after my father," he said, insisting Jimmy Lai has "committed no crime" He is "a man who over the last few years and multiple show trials where they have found nothing -- the only thing they came up with is this vague idea of colluding with foreign forces," added Sebastien.

<p>Sebastien Lai has urged US President Donald Trump to intervene with Chinese President Xi Jinping over the 20-year prison sentence handed to Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai. Here's what he said</p>

Jimmy Lai’s son Sebastien Lai asks Trump to tell Xi the prison sentence is a ‘mistake,’ warns ‘if he dies...’

<p>President Donald Trump called Olympic skier Hunter Hess a “real loser” after he said that he had "mixed emotions representing the US right now" in the Winter Olympic Games. Trump slammed him for saying such things on an international platform, adding it is hard to "root for someone like this." Hess, who hails from Bend, Oregon, said during a press availability last week that “just because I’m wearing the flag doesn’t mean I represent everything that’s going on in the US.” At a press conference last week, Hess had said, "Just because I’m wearing the flag doesn’t mean I represent everything that’s going on in the US." Trump lashed out against Hess and wrote on Truth Social, "US Olympic Skier, Hunter Hess, a real Loser, says he doesn’t represent his Country in the current Winter Olympics. If that’s the case, he shouldn’t have tried out for the Team, and it’s too bad he’s on it. Very hard to root for someone like this."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hess admitted to the reporters, "It’s a little hard; there’s obviously a lot going on that I’m not the biggest fan of and I think a lot of people aren’t. I think for me, it’s more I’m representing my friends and family back home, the people that represented it before me, all the things that I believe that are good about the US." American athletes were bombarded with questions about the anti-immigrant action in their country. Two US citizens - Alex Pretti and Renee Good - have been shot dead by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis. Skier Chris Lillis made a direct jab at the tensions surrounding federal immigration enforcement.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-ice-shooting-renee-good-alex-pretti-controversy-1769606962868"><strong>Trump says he feels worse about Renee Good's death, because her parents were ‘big Trump fan’</strong></a></p><h2><strong>American athlete received hate messages</strong></h2><p>“A lot of times, athletes are hesitant to talk about political views and how we feel about things. I feel heartbroken about what’s happening in the United States. I’m pretty sure you’re referencing ICE and some of the protests and things like that,” Lillis told reporters. He added, "I think that as a country, we need to focus on respecting everybody’s rights and making sure that we’re treating our citizens as well as anybody, with love and respect." Figure skater Amber Glenn was also asked about US politics previously and started receiving hate messages. A US Olympic and Paralympic Committee spokesperson said in a statement, "Our focus is on Hunter’s protection and on ensuring he has the support and resources in place to compete on the world’s largest stage."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trump supporters also slammed the athletes on social media. "If you can’t say you love America while competing on behalf of our nation then you shouldn’t be at the Olympics,” Katie Miller, the wife of top White House aide Stephen Miller wrote.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Olympic skier Hunter Hess admitted at the Winter Olympics that he is not happy with the current political scene in the United States. Donald Trump slammed him for saying such things about the country and that he shouldn’t have tried out for the Team.

President Donald Trump called Olympic skier Hunter Hess a “real loser” after he said that he had "mixed emotions representing the US right now" in the Winter Olympic Games. Trump slammed him for saying such things on an international platform, adding it is hard to "root for someone like this." Hess, who hails from Bend, Oregon, said during a press availability last week that “just because I’m wearing the flag doesn’t mean I represent everything that’s going on in the US.” At a press conference last week, Hess had said, "Just because I’m wearing the flag doesn’t mean I represent everything that’s going on in the US." Trump lashed out against Hess and wrote on Truth Social, "US Olympic Skier, Hunter Hess, a real Loser, says he doesn’t represent his Country in the current Winter Olympics. If that’s the case, he shouldn’t have tried out for the Team, and it’s too bad he’s on it. Very hard to root for someone like this." Hess admitted to the reporters, "It’s a little hard; there’s obviously a lot going on that I’m not the biggest fan of and I think a lot of people aren’t. I think for me, it’s more I’m representing my friends and family back home, the people that represented it before me, all the things that I believe that are good about the US." American athletes were bombarded with questions about the anti-immigrant action in their country. Two US citizens - Alex Pretti and Renee Good - have been shot dead by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis. Skier Chris Lillis made a direct jab at the tensions surrounding federal immigration enforcement. Also Read: Trump says he feels worse about Renee Good's death, because her parents were ‘big Trump fan’ American athlete received hate messages “A lot of times, athletes are hesitant to talk about political views and how we feel about things. I feel heartbroken about what’s happening in the United States. I’m pretty sure you’re referencing ICE and some of the protests and things like that,” Lillis told reporters. He added, "I think that as a country, we need to focus on respecting everybody’s rights and making sure that we’re treating our citizens as well as anybody, with love and respect." Figure skater Amber Glenn was also asked about US politics previously and started receiving hate messages. A US Olympic and Paralympic Committee spokesperson said in a statement, "Our focus is on Hunter’s protection and on ensuring he has the support and resources in place to compete on the world’s largest stage." Trump supporters also slammed the athletes on social media. "If you can’t say you love America while competing on behalf of our nation then you shouldn’t be at the Olympics,” Katie Miller, the wife of top White House aide Stephen Miller wrote.

<p>Olympic skier Hunter Hess admitted at the Winter Olympics that he is not happy with the current political scene in the United States. Donald Trump slammed him for saying such things about the country and that he shouldn’t have tried out for the Team.</p>

Trump slams Olympic skier Hunter Hess for his 'representing US' stance: 'Just because I’m wearing the flag...'

<p>Two American pilots have been thrown into jail after they landed in the Republic of Guinea to refuel their plane. They are due to spend six weeks for allegedly violating the country's airspace, the New York Post reported. Authorities say the duo did not take permission before landing, while on the other hand, the pilots say they were in constant contact with air traffic control. Fabio Nicolas Espinal Nunez and Bradley Scott Schlenker have been imprisoned since December 29. They are now appealing to President Donald Trump to intervene and help them. Nunez is a 33-year-old pilot from Ewing, New Jersey, while Schlenker is 63 and belongs to Chicago. A Brazilian family of five, including two children, was on their plane and was travelling from Suriname to Dubai on a Gulfstream GIV. They had to land at the Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport for refuelling and had been talking with air traffic controllers the entire time, the pilots said. However, Guinean government and military officials allege that they made an unauthorised landing and violated Guinean airspace, putting the country in danger.</p><h2><strong>Court ordered their release, but the pilots remain in custody</strong></h2><p>Their families have asked the US State Department to help them. Lauren Stevenson, Nunez’s fiancée, told The Post that she is in contact with him and the US Embassy in Guinea. However, there has been no progress. “It’s devastating. It’s very scary. Every day is a roller coaster,” she said. An emergency appeal was filed by their lawyers after which an appellate court ordered Nunez and Scott released from jail till the case is resolved. They had to stay in the country and report to a judicial office three days a week, The Post reported, citing court papers. However, they are still in jail.</p><p>Also Read:&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“The prosecutor refused to sign off on their release because of pressure from the military,” Stevenson said. She is shocked to see that even after "three judges agreed the charges were bogus," the duo has yet to be released. The Guinea Supreme Court will now hear their case. Stevenson added that she was told by Nunez that the jail also has former government officials imprisoned by the current Guinean regime. In July 2024, three opposition leaders disappeared, and two of them are still in custody. Human Rights Watch said authorities have "yet to acknowledge their detention or disclose their whereabouts, despite inquiries by lawyers representing the men."<br>&nbsp;</p>

The Republic of Guinea has jailed two American pilots who landed in the country to refuel their plane. They claim they did so after gaining permission from air traffic control. However, they were jailed after being accused of violating the country's airspace.

Two American pilots have been thrown into jail after they landed in the Republic of Guinea to refuel their plane. They are due to spend six weeks for allegedly violating the country's airspace, the New York Post reported. Authorities say the duo did not take permission before landing, while on the other hand, the pilots say they were in constant contact with air traffic control. Fabio Nicolas Espinal Nunez and Bradley Scott Schlenker have been imprisoned since December 29. They are now appealing to President Donald Trump to intervene and help them. Nunez is a 33-year-old pilot from Ewing, New Jersey, while Schlenker is 63 and belongs to Chicago. A Brazilian family of five, including two children, was on their plane and was travelling from Suriname to Dubai on a Gulfstream GIV. They had to land at the Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport for refuelling and had been talking with air traffic controllers the entire time, the pilots said. However, Guinean government and military officials allege that they made an unauthorised landing and violated Guinean airspace, putting the country in danger. Court ordered their release, but the pilots remain in custody Their families have asked the US State Department to help them. Lauren Stevenson, Nunez’s fiancée, told The Post that she is in contact with him and the US Embassy in Guinea. However, there has been no progress. “It’s devastating. It’s very scary. Every day is a roller coaster,” she said. An emergency appeal was filed by their lawyers after which an appellate court ordered Nunez and Scott released from jail till the case is resolved. They had to stay in the country and report to a judicial office three days a week, The Post reported, citing court papers. However, they are still in jail. Also Read: “The prosecutor refused to sign off on their release because of pressure from the military,” Stevenson said. She is shocked to see that even after "three judges agreed the charges were bogus," the duo has yet to be released. The Guinea Supreme Court will now hear their case. Stevenson added that she was told by Nunez that the jail also has former government officials imprisoned by the current Guinean regime. In July 2024, three opposition leaders disappeared, and two of them are still in custody. Human Rights Watch said authorities have "yet to acknowledge their detention or disclose their whereabouts, despite inquiries by lawyers representing the men."

<p>The Republic of Guinea has jailed two American pilots who landed in the country to refuel their plane. They claim they did so after gaining permission from air traffic control. However, they were jailed after being accused of violating the country's airspace.</p>

Two American pilots jailed in African country for landing to refuel their plane

<p>A murder trial in France has left investigators scratching their heads, not because they can't find the culprit, but because they have two. Two identical twin brothers are among five accused of an alleged double murder and multiple subsequent attempted killings in 2020. Since they both share the same DNA, it has become impossible for forensic experts to tell whose DNA was found on a weapon found at the scene. French newspaper Le Parisien reported that both of them are believed to have planned the murder. However, only one of them could have pulled the trigger of an assault rifle in the subsequent killing. They are struggling to tell which one of them did it. Forensic experts cannot tell them apart, even while using their DNA. A police officer told the court in Bobigny, north of Paris, that this has created a problem for the investigators since "only their mother can tell them apart".</p><h2><strong>Twins swap clothes and phones to avoid being identified</strong></h2><p>The police said that the twins used their identical appearance to manipulate the investigators. They swapped clothes, their documents and phones to fool officials in order to prevent them from being identified. This made it tough for the police to track their movements. They were unable to tell who was who before or after the crimes. The police checked their phone data to understand which twin was where. CCTV footage and witness accounts additionally helped them place their location and actions. However, they still don't know which one of them committed the murders.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-ming-family-china-executes-4-members-of-myanmar-based-bai-family-here-s-why-1770033068372"><strong>After 'Ming family', China executes 4 members of Myanmar-based 'Bai family': Here's why</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Identical twins and common DNA</strong></h2><p>Identical twins share the same DNA since they develop from a single fertilised egg that splits to form two babies. In the case of such people, it is almost impossible to tell them apart if they look the same. Some identical twins can be told apart based on certain birthmarks or other identification. But in the case of these French brothers, the police have no lead to separate them. The trial is ongoing, and the verdict is expected to be announced by the end of February. Officers are still figuring out the mystery of who pulled the trigger.</p>

A double murder in France is giving police officers sleepless nights because of identical twin brothers who are on trial. Since they share the same DNA, forensic experts don't know which one of them made the shot. While both of them planned them, only one of them killed.

A murder trial in France has left investigators scratching their heads, not because they can't find the culprit, but because they have two. Two identical twin brothers are among five accused of an alleged double murder and multiple subsequent attempted killings in 2020. Since they both share the same DNA, it has become impossible for forensic experts to tell whose DNA was found on a weapon found at the scene. French newspaper Le Parisien reported that both of them are believed to have planned the murder. However, only one of them could have pulled the trigger of an assault rifle in the subsequent killing. They are struggling to tell which one of them did it. Forensic experts cannot tell them apart, even while using their DNA. A police officer told the court in Bobigny, north of Paris, that this has created a problem for the investigators since "only their mother can tell them apart". Twins swap clothes and phones to avoid being identified The police said that the twins used their identical appearance to manipulate the investigators. They swapped clothes, their documents and phones to fool officials in order to prevent them from being identified. This made it tough for the police to track their movements. They were unable to tell who was who before or after the crimes. The police checked their phone data to understand which twin was where. CCTV footage and witness accounts additionally helped them place their location and actions. However, they still don't know which one of them committed the murders. Also Read: After 'Ming family', China executes 4 members of Myanmar-based 'Bai family': Here's why Identical twins and common DNA Identical twins share the same DNA since they develop from a single fertilised egg that splits to form two babies. In the case of such people, it is almost impossible to tell them apart if they look the same. Some identical twins can be told apart based on certain birthmarks or other identification. But in the case of these French brothers, the police have no lead to separate them. The trial is ongoing, and the verdict is expected to be announced by the end of February. Officers are still figuring out the mystery of who pulled the trigger.

<p>A double murder in France is giving police officers sleepless nights because of identical twin brothers who are on trial. Since they share the same DNA, forensic experts don't know which one of them made the shot. While both of them planned them, only one of them killed.</p>

Double murder, double trouble: French police can't tell which identical twin pulled the trigger

<p><i><strong>*Disclaimer: WION is only reporting the names that have been mentioned in the Epstein files and is not accusing anyone of any wrongdoing. Readers are advised to use their discretion on this article.</strong></i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>German countess Nicole Junkermann is in the Epstein Files and was apparently friends with the paedophile. They exchanged several emails spanning many years. The emails released by the Department of Justice show that the two often talked about meeting each other. According to reports, Junkermann and Epstein knew each other for more than two decades and exchanged hundreds of emails. She referred to him as a baby on a few occasions. “<a href="https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%209/EFTA00764770.pdf">Baby hope your friend</a> will not be upset as he wanted me to take for dinner,” she wrote in 2010. Records show that she used her relations with Epstein to further her career. Junkermann is a venture capitalist based in London and reportedly met high-profile figures, including French banker Ariane de Rothschild and Leon Black, the billionaire private equity tycoon, through Epstein.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Flight logs show that Junkermann took Epstein’s plane on several occasions, dates going as far back as 2002. The first record of interaction in the files released by the <a href="https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2010/EFTA01817286.pdf">Department of Justice</a> is from May <a href="https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%209/EFTA00694720.pdf">2009</a>. At this time, Epstein was serving time in prison for procuring minors for prostitution. Two months later, he was released and completed his sentence under house arrest. In one of the emails, she referred to Epstein as “Mr Wonderful”. They discussed plans to meet up and talk to each other on the phone, as shown in the emails. An email from 2012, Epstein says he has “spent time trying to give you my best advice”. He later accused Junkermann of showing no “small sign of a two-way street [sic] … not one intersting [sic] person, gesture”.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/new-epstein-files-kundalini-class-many-hot-girls-sender-redacted-1770613938524"><strong>Epstein Files email mentions 'kundalini' class, sender promises 'many hot girls'</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-us-congress-to-depose-ghislaine-maxwell-in-secret-probe-into-jeffrey-epstein-network-1770612652383/embed</p><h2><strong>Epstein lobbied for Nicole Junkermann&nbsp;</strong></h2><p>She accused Epstein of having "selective memory", and told him that she gave him a “cashmere bathrobe” and “your jewelery [sic] which you did not appreciate”. Epstein offers her a job, to which <a href="https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%209/EFTA00764770.pdf">Junkermann</a> replied, “<a href="https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2010/EFTA01904585.pdf">Do you trust me?</a>” The sex offender asked, “Any reason I shouldn’t?” Being close to Epstein led her to secure a nomination for the Young Global Leaders programme run by the World Economic Forum. The paedophile also helped her with advice, helping her out with an investment in Carbyne, an Israeli tech firm backed by former prime minister Ehud Barak. It is not known whether she was aware of Epstein's sex offences. The Countess responded to a letter written by Epstein's lawyers in 2019, saying, “Cross fingers it is just a wave, and it goes away again ... bad timing on the whole Me Too.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Nicole Junkermann reacts</strong></p><p>Responding to her friendship with Epstein, a spokesperson for Junkermann said, “The scale of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes is appalling. As a woman and a mother, Nicole was completely deceived and misled by him and deeply regrets their conversations regarding personal and professional matters.” They added, "These conversations took place at a time in her life when she was vulnerable, and she was manipulated into trusting him and consulting him with the most personal of matters.&nbsp;Nicole has been absolutely horrified to come to understand his true nature and the<br>suffering he inflicted on women and girls through his abuse of trust, power and&nbsp;manipulation. Her thoughts today are completely with his victims, and she looks forward to the day the real predators face justice."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

New Epstein Files: Nicole Junkermann, a German countess, exchanged several emails with Epstein and knew him for a long time. In one email, they talked business and about trust. A spokesperson for her said she is “absolutely horrified” to learn of Epstein's crimes.

*Disclaimer: WION is only reporting the names that have been mentioned in the Epstein files and is not accusing anyone of any wrongdoing. Readers are advised to use their discretion on this article. German countess Nicole Junkermann is in the Epstein Files and was apparently friends with the paedophile. They exchanged several emails spanning many years. The emails released by the Department of Justice show that the two often talked about meeting each other. According to reports, Junkermann and Epstein knew each other for more than two decades and exchanged hundreds of emails. She referred to him as a baby on a few occasions. “Baby hope your friend will not be upset as he wanted me to take for dinner,” she wrote in 2010. Records show that she used her relations with Epstein to further her career. Junkermann is a venture capitalist based in London and reportedly met high-profile figures, including French banker Ariane de Rothschild and Leon Black, the billionaire private equity tycoon, through Epstein. Flight logs show that Junkermann took Epstein’s plane on several occasions, dates going as far back as 2002. The first record of interaction in the files released by the Department of Justice is from May 2009. At this time, Epstein was serving time in prison for procuring minors for prostitution. Two months later, he was released and completed his sentence under house arrest. In one of the emails, she referred to Epstein as “Mr Wonderful”. They discussed plans to meet up and talk to each other on the phone, as shown in the emails. An email from 2012, Epstein says he has “spent time trying to give you my best advice”. He later accused Junkermann of showing no “small sign of a two-way street [sic] … not one intersting [sic] person, gesture”. Also Read: Epstein Files email mentions 'kundalini' class, sender promises 'many hot girls' https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-us-congress-to-depose-ghislaine-maxwell-in-secret-probe-into-jeffrey-epstein-network-1770612652383/embed Epstein lobbied for Nicole Junkermann She accused Epstein of having "selective memory", and told him that she gave him a “cashmere bathrobe” and “your jewelery [sic] which you did not appreciate”. Epstein offers her a job, to which Junkermann replied, “Do you trust me?” The sex offender asked, “Any reason I shouldn’t?” Being close to Epstein led her to secure a nomination for the Young Global Leaders programme run by the World Economic Forum. The paedophile also helped her with advice, helping her out with an investment in Carbyne, an Israeli tech firm backed by former prime minister Ehud Barak. It is not known whether she was aware of Epstein's sex offences. The Countess responded to a letter written by Epstein's lawyers in 2019, saying, “Cross fingers it is just a wave, and it goes away again ... bad timing on the whole Me Too.” Nicole Junkermann reacts Responding to her friendship with Epstein, a spokesperson for Junkermann said, “The scale of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes is appalling. As a woman and a mother, Nicole was completely deceived and misled by him and deeply regrets their conversations regarding personal and professional matters.” They added, "These conversations took place at a time in her life when she was vulnerable, and she was manipulated into trusting him and consulting him with the most personal of matters. Nicole has been absolutely horrified to come to understand his true nature and the suffering he inflicted on women and girls through his abuse of trust, power and manipulation. Her thoughts today are completely with his victims, and she looks forward to the day the real predators face justice."

<p>New Epstein Files: Nicole Junkermann, a German countess, exchanged several emails with Epstein and knew him for a long time. In one email, they talked business and about trust. A spokesperson for her said she is “absolutely horrified” to learn of Epstein's crimes.</p>

German countess Nicole Junkermann was in regular touch with Jeffrey Epstein, DOJ files show

<p>Emails in the Epstein Files mention a "kundalini" class, with one sender promising Epstein "many hot girls". It was sent to Epstein, and the name of the sender has been redacted in the documents. The subject line reads "Kundalini". The body states, "Meet me at class 9:30 so Many hot girls promise." The mail dated September 22, 2016, states, "Hari NYC 30 between 6 and 7 Then we go to matcha ok?" Hari NYC was a yoga studio in New York on 30th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues. Google shows it as permanently shut down. "Promise an abundant of young p***y flesh.....Love A," <a href="https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2010/EFTA01743615.pdf">the email</a> ends with these words sent from an iPhone. <a href="https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2011/EFTA02558104.pdf">More emails about the "kundalini" class</a> are also part of the new Epstein Files. One of them from December 2017, reads, "I will finish my teache= training on December 10th... after i will have vacations...K=ndalini yoga will starts in January... i am looking forward for Kundalini =eachers training)" Again, the name of the second person part of the email has been redacted. "that's amazing:))) i wish i could take Kundalini classes=with you:)" a response reads.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The latest batch of Epstein Files makes some bombshell revelations and names several rich and famous. It was released on January 30 by the Department of Justice. The officials, including Attorney General Pam Bondi, are facing flak for some redactions facing allegations of hiding the names of those involved. In an advertisement at the Super Bowl, Epstein survivors demanded that Bondi release the remaining files, saying the files made public till now do not meet the legal requirements.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/new-epstein-files-foreign-girls-strangulated-rough-fetish-sex-buried-at-epstein-zorro-ranch-1770353524251"><strong>Two foreign girls strangulated during 'rough, fetish sex' were buried at Epstein's ranch, new documents reveal</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Epstein photos and sex abuse allegations in new files</strong></h2><p>The emails show Epstein was involved in several gross acts. There is a mention of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell ordering two "foreign girls" to be buried near his ranch after they died during "rough, fetish" sex. There is a video showing Epstein running after young girls in his mansion. Another photo shows three girls around him as he sat at a desk. A photo shows Epstein at the gym with his arm around a young girl in a bikini.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-come-visit-next-week-she-will-have-5-friends-over-epstein-s-former-girlfriend-invited-him-to-her-home-after-his-conviction-1770307376957"><strong>Epstein's former girlfriend invited him to her home after his conviction</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-justice-dept-faces-flak-for-releasing-naked-photos-of-victims-1770314747823/embed</p><h2><strong>British royals in Epstein Files - Andrew and Sarah Ferguson</strong></h2><p>Former Prince Andrew can be seen in a photo kneeling on all fours over a girl. His ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, is also in the Epstein Files. She can be sitting on a couch in one of the photos. She also had lunch with Epstein and her daughters, Princess Eugenie and Beatrice, following his 2008 conviction for procuring a minor for prostitution. She also made a crass comment about her daughter in an email, saying she was on a "shag***g weekend" with her boyfriend.</p>

New Epstein emails carry an email about “kundalini”, in which the sender promised Epstein “many hot girls”. The email also uses a derogatory slang for the female genitals. The class apparently happened at a New York yoga studio that is no longer functional. 

Emails in the Epstein Files mention a "kundalini" class, with one sender promising Epstein "many hot girls". It was sent to Epstein, and the name of the sender has been redacted in the documents. The subject line reads "Kundalini". The body states, "Meet me at class 9:30 so Many hot girls promise." The mail dated September 22, 2016, states, "Hari NYC 30 between 6 and 7 Then we go to matcha ok?" Hari NYC was a yoga studio in New York on 30th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues. Google shows it as permanently shut down. "Promise an abundant of young p***y flesh.....Love A," the email ends with these words sent from an iPhone. More emails about the "kundalini" class are also part of the new Epstein Files. One of them from December 2017, reads, "I will finish my teache= training on December 10th... after i will have vacations...K=ndalini yoga will starts in January... i am looking forward for Kundalini =eachers training)" Again, the name of the second person part of the email has been redacted. "that's amazing:))) i wish i could take Kundalini classes=with you:)" a response reads. The latest batch of Epstein Files makes some bombshell revelations and names several rich and famous. It was released on January 30 by the Department of Justice. The officials, including Attorney General Pam Bondi, are facing flak for some redactions facing allegations of hiding the names of those involved. In an advertisement at the Super Bowl, Epstein survivors demanded that Bondi release the remaining files, saying the files made public till now do not meet the legal requirements. Also Read: Two foreign girls strangulated during 'rough, fetish sex' were buried at Epstein's ranch, new documents reveal Epstein photos and sex abuse allegations in new files The emails show Epstein was involved in several gross acts. There is a mention of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell ordering two "foreign girls" to be buried near his ranch after they died during "rough, fetish" sex. There is a video showing Epstein running after young girls in his mansion. Another photo shows three girls around him as he sat at a desk. A photo shows Epstein at the gym with his arm around a young girl in a bikini. Also Read: Epstein's former girlfriend invited him to her home after his conviction https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-justice-dept-faces-flak-for-releasing-naked-photos-of-victims-1770314747823/embed British royals in Epstein Files - Andrew and Sarah Ferguson Former Prince Andrew can be seen in a photo kneeling on all fours over a girl. His ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, is also in the Epstein Files. She can be sitting on a couch in one of the photos. She also had lunch with Epstein and her daughters, Princess Eugenie and Beatrice, following his 2008 conviction for procuring a minor for prostitution. She also made a crass comment about her daughter in an email, saying she was on a "shag***g weekend" with her boyfriend.

<p>New Epstein emails carry an email about “kundalini”, in which the sender promised Epstein “many hot girls”. The email also uses a derogatory slang for the female genitals. The class apparently happened at a New York yoga studio that is no longer functional.&nbsp;</p>

Epstein Files email mentions 'kundalini' class, sender promises 'many hot girls'

<p>Jeffrey Epstein sat down for a dinner with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and others, describing it as "wild". A photo of the late financier with them was released in the latest tranche of Epstein Files. He mentions the dinner in an email while responding to a message dated Aug. 20, 2015, from billionaire Tom Pritzker. "Are you in NY Aug 27?" Pritzker asks Epstein in the email, to which the sex offender responded, "Not sure yet. i had dinner with Zuckerberg, Musk, Thiel Hoffman, wild." Peter Thiel is a co-founder of Palantir, while Reid Hoffman is the LinkedIn co-founder. The email is part of the Department of Justice’s files on Epstein, with over 3 million new documents released on January 30. The dinner happened years after Epstein was convicted for producring a minor for prostitution. The vast inventory of emails and pictures is throwing up a lot of fresh information about Epstein and his actions. Several high-profile names also feature in the documents, although they are not proof of wrongdoing.</p><h2><strong>Who threw the dinner with Epstein and Zuckerberg?</strong></h2><p>This dinner is not a revelation since it was public knowledge at the time it happened in 2015. Vanity Fair reported at the time that Hoffman hosted it in Palo Alto for MIT neuroscientist Ed Boyden, and Elon Musk is said to have introduced Zuckerberg and Epstein that evening. At the time, a spokesperson for Zuckerberg told the outlet, “Mark met Epstein in passing one time at a dinner honouring scientists that was not organised by Epstein. Mark did not communicate with Epstein again following the dinner.”</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/super-bowl-2026-epstein-victims-demand-release-of-more-secret-files-in-ad-1770607722410"><strong>Super Bowl 2026: Epstein victims demand release of more secret files in ad - 'IT'S TIME FOR...'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Musk denied introducing Epstein to Zuckerberg, saying, "I don’t know the guy well enough to do so." He added, "Epstein is obviously a creep, and Zuckerberg is not a friend of mine." Hoffman sent a follow-up email to Zuckerberg and Epstein days later, with the subject line “intros,” according to the new files. "Jeffrey, Zuck, email connections from the Ed Boyden dinner -- so that convo can continue."</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-files-steve-bannon-china-links-antisemitic-jewish-dog-1770550275092"><strong>Epstein Files reveal email quoting 'Jewish dog' in Steve Bannon conversation</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Photos of high-profile figures in Epstein Files</strong></h2><p>The documents show that Musk expressed interest in visiting Epstein’s notorious private island. He asked to attend Epstein's "wildest party", according to an email released as part of the Epstein Files. Meanwhile, there are images of Bill Gates with girls, former US President Bill Clinton in a pool, former Prince Andrew, and others. Bill Gates can be seen in two photos with two girls, and he allegedly contracted a sexually transmitted disease from Russian girls. Bill Clinton can be seen in a pool with Ghislaine Maxwell and another unidentified woman.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was mentioned in an email carried in the Epstein Files. Jeffrey Epstein talked about a “wild” dinner, which Zuckerberg and Elon Musk also attended. Epstein bragged about being there in an email.

Jeffrey Epstein sat down for a dinner with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and others, describing it as "wild". A photo of the late financier with them was released in the latest tranche of Epstein Files. He mentions the dinner in an email while responding to a message dated Aug. 20, 2015, from billionaire Tom Pritzker. "Are you in NY Aug 27?" Pritzker asks Epstein in the email, to which the sex offender responded, "Not sure yet. i had dinner with Zuckerberg, Musk, Thiel Hoffman, wild." Peter Thiel is a co-founder of Palantir, while Reid Hoffman is the LinkedIn co-founder. The email is part of the Department of Justice’s files on Epstein, with over 3 million new documents released on January 30. The dinner happened years after Epstein was convicted for producring a minor for prostitution. The vast inventory of emails and pictures is throwing up a lot of fresh information about Epstein and his actions. Several high-profile names also feature in the documents, although they are not proof of wrongdoing. Who threw the dinner with Epstein and Zuckerberg? This dinner is not a revelation since it was public knowledge at the time it happened in 2015. Vanity Fair reported at the time that Hoffman hosted it in Palo Alto for MIT neuroscientist Ed Boyden, and Elon Musk is said to have introduced Zuckerberg and Epstein that evening. At the time, a spokesperson for Zuckerberg told the outlet, “Mark met Epstein in passing one time at a dinner honouring scientists that was not organised by Epstein. Mark did not communicate with Epstein again following the dinner.” Also Read: Super Bowl 2026: Epstein victims demand release of more secret files in ad - 'IT'S TIME FOR...' Meanwhile, Musk denied introducing Epstein to Zuckerberg, saying, "I don’t know the guy well enough to do so." He added, "Epstein is obviously a creep, and Zuckerberg is not a friend of mine." Hoffman sent a follow-up email to Zuckerberg and Epstein days later, with the subject line “intros,” according to the new files. "Jeffrey, Zuck, email connections from the Ed Boyden dinner -- so that convo can continue." Also Read: Epstein Files reveal email quoting 'Jewish dog' in Steve Bannon conversation Photos of high-profile figures in Epstein Files The documents show that Musk expressed interest in visiting Epstein’s notorious private island. He asked to attend Epstein's "wildest party", according to an email released as part of the Epstein Files. Meanwhile, there are images of Bill Gates with girls, former US President Bill Clinton in a pool, former Prince Andrew, and others. Bill Gates can be seen in two photos with two girls, and he allegedly contracted a sexually transmitted disease from Russian girls. Bill Clinton can be seen in a pool with Ghislaine Maxwell and another unidentified woman.

<p>Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was mentioned in an email carried in the Epstein Files. Jeffrey Epstein talked about a “wild” dinner, which Zuckerberg and Elon Musk also attended. Epstein bragged about being there in an email.</p>

Epstein bragged about 'wild' dinner with Zuckerberg, Musk, Hoffman and others

<p>Super Bowl 2026 could not remain untouched by the shadows of the horrors committed by Jeffrey Epstein, as the survivors of his crimes demanded the complete release of all files in a public service announcement (PSA). They launched a powerful campaign on Sunday at the Super Bowl, saying that a lot of information linked to Epstein remains hidden or heavily redacted despite legal requirements. The announcement opens with the text reading, "On November 19, 2025, the Epstein Files Transparency Act was signed into law”, followed by “3 million files still have not been released.” Some of the words in the text are redacted, to stress the hidden information. Women with the redacted black band over their mouths appear on the screen, as they say, "After years of being kept apart, we’re standing together". The survivors hold photos of their younger selves in their hands, as they state, "Because this girl deserved the truth. She deserved the truth. Because we all deserve the truth." The message ends with the words - “Stand With Us. Tell Attorney General Pam Bondi IT'S TIME FOR THE TRUTH.”</p><h2><strong>Watch the Super Bowl ad here</strong></h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">BREAKING: The Epstein survivors are releasing this ad on this Super Bowl Sunday to send the message that they will not “move on” from the largest sex trafficking scandal in the world. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/standwithsurvivors?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#standwithsurvivors</a> <a href="https://t.co/JehYZa1hGw">pic.twitter.com/JehYZa1hGw</a></p>&mdash; Jim Acosta (@Acosta) <a href="https://twitter.com/Acosta/status/2020543636757246440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The message is targeted at getting officials to release all information linked to Epstein and the sexual abuse carried out by the sex trafficker. The Department of Justice released new Epstein Files on January 30, naming several high-profile figures. Over 3 million new documents revealed Epstein's connections and named people like Bill Gates, Bill Clinton, Steve Bannon, Elon Musk, Sarah Ferguson, Deepak Chopra, Lord Peter Mandelson, and more pictures of former Prince Andrew, among others. Some of them have also been accused of wrongdoing and being in cahoots with the late financier. Bill Gates has been accused of having sex with Russian girls after which he contracted a sexually transmitted disease (STD) and allegedly asked Epstein for antibiotics. Spiritual guru Deepak Chopra told Epstein in an email, "Cute girls are real," and the two also talked about finding a "cute Israeli."</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/new-epstein-files-foreign-girls-strangulated-rough-fetish-sex-buried-at-epstein-zorro-ranch-1770353524251"><strong>Two foreign girls strangulated during 'rough, fetish sex' were buried at Epstein's ranch, new documents reveal</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Allegations that several Epstein documents have been withheld</strong></h2><p>Several lawmakers and survivors claim that the current disclosures do not reveal everything they should. They argue that a lot more remains redacted and should be released to meet the legal requirements. Meanwhile, DOJ has defended the redactions, saying it must protect victim privacy. But some of its actions fail to back its claims, as it also released nude pictures of victims and faced flak for it. Some unredacted documents will be shared with members of Congress to address the issue.&nbsp;</p>

Super Bowl 2026: Epstein Files made it to the sporting event as survivors demanded that officials release redacted details. In an ad at the Super Bowl, the survivors slammed the redactions and asked Pam Bondi to make more details about Epstein's crimes public.

Super Bowl 2026 could not remain untouched by the shadows of the horrors committed by Jeffrey Epstein, as the survivors of his crimes demanded the complete release of all files in a public service announcement (PSA). They launched a powerful campaign on Sunday at the Super Bowl, saying that a lot of information linked to Epstein remains hidden or heavily redacted despite legal requirements. The announcement opens with the text reading, "On November 19, 2025, the Epstein Files Transparency Act was signed into law”, followed by “3 million files still have not been released.” Some of the words in the text are redacted, to stress the hidden information. Women with the redacted black band over their mouths appear on the screen, as they say, "After years of being kept apart, we’re standing together". The survivors hold photos of their younger selves in their hands, as they state, "Because this girl deserved the truth. She deserved the truth. Because we all deserve the truth." The message ends with the words - “Stand With Us. Tell Attorney General Pam Bondi IT'S TIME FOR THE TRUTH.” Watch the Super Bowl ad here

<p>Super Bowl 2026: Epstein Files made it to the sporting event as survivors demanded that officials release redacted details. In an ad at the Super Bowl, the survivors slammed the redactions and asked Pam Bondi to make more details about Epstein's crimes public.</p>

Super Bowl 2026: Epstein victims demand release of more secret files in ad - 'IT'S TIME FOR...'

<p>US news anchor Savannah Guthrie has posted another video message on social media for the kidnappers on Saturday (Feb 7). The NBC News anchor released the video message after a ransom note was sent to her and some US media outlets. Reportedly, the notes outlined two strict deadlines after the kidnapping of Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. According to some media reports, her latest video contained a hidden message for the kidnappers.</p><p>In the video, Savannah said, “We received your message and we understand. We beg you now to return our mother to us, so that we can celebrate with her. This is the only way that we can have peace. This is very valuable to us and we will pay.”</p>

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<p>According to a Daily Mail report, citing a former FBI agent, the use of the word “celebrate” contained a hidden meaning.</p><p>“The word ‘celebrate’ stood out to me immediately. Savannah didn’t say ‘surrender her’ or ‘give her back.’ She said return her so we can ‘celebrate’. That’s the language of resolution, not confrontation. In any negotiation, you want to offer the other party a way to see this ending positively and peacefully for them too,” Jason Pack told the Daily Mail.</p><p>Speaking from his experience in crisis negotiations, he added, “the most dangerous moments come when communication breaks down. The Guthries are doing everything they can to make sure that doesn't happen.”</p><p>Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her Arizona home on Saturday night around 9:30 pm and was reported missing by her family at approximately noon on Sunday after she didn’t show up to her regular church service, according to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department. Authorities also said that they found blood found outside her home.<br> </p>

NBC News anchor Savannah Guthrie released another video plea after a ransom note was sent following her mother Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping. Experts say her choice of words carried a hidden message aimed at keeping negotiations peaceful.

US news anchor Savannah Guthrie has posted another video message on social media for the kidnappers on Saturday (Feb 7). The NBC News anchor released the video message after a ransom note was sent to her and some US media outlets. Reportedly, the notes outlined two strict deadlines after the kidnapping of Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. According to some media reports, her latest video contained a hidden message for the kidnappers. In the video, Savannah said, “We received your message and we understand. We beg you now to return our mother to us, so that we can celebrate with her. This is the only way that we can have peace. This is very valuable to us and we will pay.”

<p>NBC News anchor Savannah Guthrie released another video plea after a ransom note was sent following her mother Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping. Experts say her choice of words carried a hidden message aimed at keeping negotiations peaceful.</p>

Was there a hidden message in Savannah Guthrie’s video appeal to kidnappers? What we know

<p>Shocking details have emerged in the case involving the death of a 25-year-old biker, who lost his life after he fell into an uncovered pit dug for construction work in West Delhi’s Janakpuri area on Friday (Feb 6). As the investigation into the incident continues, police revealed that the sub-contractor, who dug up the pit, was aware of the accident after being alerted by his labourer and visiting the site, but walked away without calling for help. Kamal Dhyani lay in the deep pit for nearly eight hours before the police were finally informed in the morning.</p><p>Prajapati, a resident of Tri Nagar, told the police that he did not inform them because he was frightened. Deputy commissioner of police (west) Darade Sharad Bhaskar said that an eyewitness, Vipin Singh, had seen a bike fall into the pit and told a residential complex guard, who then informed the contractor’s labourer, Yogesh.</p><p>“When Yogesh saw the victim, the motorcycle’s headlight was still on. He then informed his boss, Prajapati, at 12.22 am that this was confirmed through call records. The subcontractor reached the spot within 15-20 minutes from his home in Tri Nagar,” DCP Bhaskar said.</p><p>The police are also searching for the worker, who informed his boss but did not help the biker or call for help. The officials suspect that Yogesh has fled to his hometown, Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. They have also questioned the security guard about the sequence of events, and will also question the main contractor, who hired the sub-contractor.</p><h2><strong>Five people knew but didn’t call for help</strong></h2><p>According to the police, Vipin Singh first saw the motorcycle fall into the pit while returning from the wedding. He informed a nearby security guard, who then alerted the labourer, Yogesh. The bike’s headlight was still on, and the biker was lying inside, injured.</p><p>Yogesh informed Prajapati, who arrived at the site in minutes. Despite seeing the man lying there, he allegedly made no attempt to help him or inform the police, emergency services, or ambulance. Instead, he contacted the main contractor. None of the people called for help, and Prajapati left the spot around 1:45 am, with Yogesh fleeing soon after.</p><p>“Multiple individuals were aware of the incident, yet no PCR call was made and no rescue effort was initiated,” a senior police officer said.</p>

A 25-year-old biker died after falling into an uncovered pit in West Delhi’s Janakpuri. Police say the sub-contractor knew about the accident but failed to seek help for nearly eight hours.

Shocking details have emerged in the case involving the death of a 25-year-old biker, who lost his life after he fell into an uncovered pit dug for construction work in West Delhi’s Janakpuri area on Friday (Feb 6). As the investigation into the incident continues, police revealed that the sub-contractor, who dug up the pit, was aware of the accident after being alerted by his labourer and visiting the site, but walked away without calling for help. Kamal Dhyani lay in the deep pit for nearly eight hours before the police were finally informed in the morning. Prajapati, a resident of Tri Nagar, told the police that he did not inform them because he was frightened. Deputy commissioner of police (west) Darade Sharad Bhaskar said that an eyewitness, Vipin Singh, had seen a bike fall into the pit and told a residential complex guard, who then informed the contractor’s labourer, Yogesh. “When Yogesh saw the victim, the motorcycle’s headlight was still on. He then informed his boss, Prajapati, at 12.22 am that this was confirmed through call records. The subcontractor reached the spot within 15-20 minutes from his home in Tri Nagar,” DCP Bhaskar said. The police are also searching for the worker, who informed his boss but did not help the biker or call for help. The officials suspect that Yogesh has fled to his hometown, Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. They have also questioned the security guard about the sequence of events, and will also question the main contractor, who hired the sub-contractor. Five people knew but didn’t call for help According to the police, Vipin Singh first saw the motorcycle fall into the pit while returning from the wedding. He informed a nearby security guard, who then alerted the labourer, Yogesh. The bike’s headlight was still on, and the biker was lying inside, injured. Yogesh informed Prajapati, who arrived at the site in minutes. Despite seeing the man lying there, he allegedly made no attempt to help him or inform the police, emergency services, or ambulance. Instead, he contacted the main contractor. None of the people called for help, and Prajapati left the spot around 1:45 am, with Yogesh fleeing soon after. “Multiple individuals were aware of the incident, yet no PCR call was made and no rescue effort was initiated,” a senior police officer said.

<p>A 25-year-old biker died after falling into an uncovered pit in West Delhi’s Janakpuri. Police say the sub-contractor knew about the accident but failed to seek help for nearly eight hours.</p>

Delhi biker’s death: Sub-contractor, 4 others did not call for help despite knowing – Shocking details

<p>Indian-origin owner of a Michelin star restaurant named Benares in London has admitted in the court of spiking the drink of a woman whom he invited at a luxury London club. The 63-year-old restaurateur Vikas Nath claimed he wanted her to “relax” — but prosecutors argue he did it to incapacitate her.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Nath was found guilty on Friday, of attempting to administer a Class B drug after lacing the woman’s cocktail with gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) at the luxury Mayfair club in Annabel, London. A CCTV at the club captured Nath lacing the woman’s margarita with the date-rape drug when she briefly left the table.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeffrey-epstein-is-alive-and-playing-fortnite-here-s-what-social-media-users-have-come-across-1770457019597">Jeffrey Epstein is alive and playing Fortnite? Here's what social media users have come across</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The woman was lucky as one of the staff intervened in time and swapped the drink without Nath knowing anything. Later he called the police and the drink was seized for testing.</p><h2>Text messages of Nath exposed</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A jury at Southwark Crown Court hearing the matter was provided with a series of text that Nath sent to his friends regarding the girl a few days before the incident.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I want to get laid, not hold hands," read one of the texts sent to his friends, reported Express.</p><p>While another described the woman as “eminently f***able” and spoke of needing to “play the long game”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Just on the day of the incident he texted one of his friends writing, “I’m at Annabel’s. This is probably the last evening with her. She ain’t biting.”</p>

Nath was found guilty on Friday, of attempting to administer a Class B drug after lacing the woman’s cocktail with gamma-butyrolactone (GBL),  a ‘date-rape drug’.

Indian-origin owner of a Michelin star restaurant named Benares in London has admitted in the court of spiking the drink of a woman whom he invited at a luxury London club. The 63-year-old restaurateur Vikas Nath claimed he wanted her to “relax” — but prosecutors argue he did it to incapacitate her. Nath was found guilty on Friday, of attempting to administer a Class B drug after lacing the woman’s cocktail with gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) at the luxury Mayfair club in Annabel, London. A CCTV at the club captured Nath lacing the woman’s margarita with the date-rape drug when she briefly left the table. ALSO READ: Jeffrey Epstein is alive and playing Fortnite? Here's what social media users have come across The woman was lucky as one of the staff intervened in time and swapped the drink without Nath knowing anything. Later he called the police and the drink was seized for testing. Text messages of Nath exposed A jury at Southwark Crown Court hearing the matter was provided with a series of text that Nath sent to his friends regarding the girl a few days before the incident. "I want to get laid, not hold hands," read one of the texts sent to his friends, reported Express. While another described the woman as “eminently f***able” and spoke of needing to “play the long game”. Just on the day of the incident he texted one of his friends writing, “I’m at Annabel’s. This is probably the last evening with her. She ain’t biting.”

<p>Nath was found guilty on Friday, of attempting to administer a Class B drug after lacing the woman’s cocktail with gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), &nbsp;a ‘date-rape drug’.</p>

Indian-origin restaurateur admits to lacing woman's drink with ‘date-rape drug’

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<p>As the Valentine’s week begins with Rose Day on Saturday (Feb 7), Delhi Police’s social media post has won the hearts of netizens for its creative and tongue-in-cheek wish. Reassuring Delhi residents about its presence and readiness, their poetic message has sparked heartwarming reactions on the internet.</p><p>In a post on social media, Delhi Police wrote, “Roses are Red. Sirens are Blue. Feel safe, when PCR is near you.”</p><p>“This Rose Day, Delhi Police stands committed to your safety, security and quick response. ALWAYS NEARYBY, ALWAYS ALERT,” they added in the caption.</p>

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<h2><strong>‘Pookie Police’</strong></h2><p>Reacting to the post, several social media users shared praises for the Delhi Police’s sense of humour.</p><p>Many users on social media wrote, “Dil ki police” (Police of the heart) in the comments. While one user said, “Pookie police,” another wrote, “Who are these creative people?” One person said, “Thank you Delhi Police.”</p><p>“I love the SMM of this page,” one user praised the social media manager of their handle. A person joked, “When Gen Z become DP SMM.” Another said, “Delhi Police rocks.”</p><h2><strong>Delhi Police’s witty social media posts</strong></h2><p>Delhi police is often known to share humorous social media posts while also urging citizens to ensure safety and lawfulness, and follow traffic rules. Last month, Delhi Police posted a video on their official handle in a witty manner, showing people performing stunts on bikes for making reels. The police urged not to perform stunts on the road for “temporary” likes.</p><p>Earlier in December, Delhi Police shared a post showing a group of men performing dangerous stunts in cars on a busy road. Following the incident, they were detained for posing a risk to themselves and other commuters.</p>

Delhi police is often known to share humorous social media posts while also urging citizens to ensure safety and lawfulness, and follow traffic rules.

As the Valentine’s week begins with Rose Day on Saturday (Feb 7), Delhi Police’s social media post has won the hearts of netizens for its creative and tongue-in-cheek wish. Reassuring Delhi residents about its presence and readiness, their poetic message has sparked heartwarming reactions on the internet. In a post on social media, Delhi Police wrote, “Roses are Red. Sirens are Blue. Feel safe, when PCR is near you.” “This Rose Day, Delhi Police stands committed to your safety, security and quick response. ALWAYS NEARYBY, ALWAYS ALERT,” they added in the caption.

<p>Delhi police is often known to share humorous social media posts while also urging citizens to ensure safety and lawfulness, and follow traffic rules.</p>

‘Roses are red. Sirens are Blue…’: Delhi Police’s tongue-in-cheek Rose Day wish breaks the internet

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<p>US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance were booed by the crowd gathered at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Italy’s Milan on Friday (Feb 6). As they appeared on the big screen at the San Siro stadium, applauding and waving US flags, Vance and his wife were greeted with boos during the Parade of Nations as the crowd expressed disapproval of them.</p><p>“There’s the vice president, JD Vance, and his wife, Usha—oop,“ CBC commentator Adrienne Arsenault said during the broadcast of the opening ceremony. “Those are not—oh, those are a lot of boos for him. Whistling, jeering, some applause.”</p><p>In contrast, the team of US athletes participating in the Winter Olympics were cheered and received a warm welcome in Italy.</p><p>The boos came despite an advisory issued by the International Olympic Committee to refrain from heckling the US delegation amid geopolitical tensions.</p><p>“I hope that the opening ceremony is seen by everyone as an opportunity to be respectful of each other,” IOC President Kirsty Coventry said.</p><p>“No one is asking what country they come from or what religion. They are all just hanging out,” she said. “It was a real opportunity to put into perspective how we could all be. And so, for me, I hope that the opening ceremony will do that and will be a reminder for everyone how we could be.”</p><p>Trolling the VP, former vice president Kamala Harris wrote on X, “Everyone booed anyway. Sad!” She was referring to the advisory.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Everyone booed anyway. Sad! <a href="https://t.co/8L9sEDqp7n">https://t.co/8L9sEDqp7n</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ifquj1w6AO">pic.twitter.com/Ifquj1w6AO</a></p>&mdash; HQ (@headquarters68_) <a href="https://twitter.com/headquarters68_/status/2019887360545030494?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><strong>What did Trump say?</strong></h2><p>Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump was asked by reporters whether he was aware of the incident.</p><p>“The vice president got booed during the opening ceremony. What do you make of that frosty reception?” a reporter asked.</p><p>“No. Is that true? Is that right?” He replied. “It’s surprising because people like him. Well, I mean, he is in a foreign country, you know, in all fairness. He doesn’t get booed in this country.”<br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

US Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha were booed at the Milan Winter Olympics opening despite an IOC appeal for respect, while US athletes were cheered. Trump later said Vance doesn’t get booed in the US.

US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance were booed by the crowd gathered at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Italy’s Milan on Friday (Feb 6). As they appeared on the big screen at the San Siro stadium, applauding and waving US flags, Vance and his wife were greeted with boos during the Parade of Nations as the crowd expressed disapproval of them. “There’s the vice president, JD Vance, and his wife, Usha—oop,“ CBC commentator Adrienne Arsenault said during the broadcast of the opening ceremony. “Those are not—oh, those are a lot of boos for him. Whistling, jeering, some applause.” In contrast, the team of US athletes participating in the Winter Olympics were cheered and received a warm welcome in Italy. The boos came despite an advisory issued by the International Olympic Committee to refrain from heckling the US delegation amid geopolitical tensions. “I hope that the opening ceremony is seen by everyone as an opportunity to be respectful of each other,” IOC President Kirsty Coventry said. “No one is asking what country they come from or what religion. They are all just hanging out,” she said. “It was a real opportunity to put into perspective how we could all be. And so, for me, I hope that the opening ceremony will do that and will be a reminder for everyone how we could be.” Trolling the VP, former vice president Kamala Harris wrote on X, “Everyone booed anyway. Sad!” She was referring to the advisory.

<p>US Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha were booed at the Milan Winter Olympics opening despite an IOC appeal for respect, while US athletes were cheered. Trump later said Vance doesn’t get booed in the US.</p>

WATCH | JD Vance gets ‘frosty’ welcome at Italy Winter Olympics as crowd boos – Here’s how Trump reacted

<p>Donald Trump's Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the latest MAGA Republicanto be thrust into the spotlight over Jeffrey Epstein links, and his linkages are bizarre to say the least. Emails released as part of the Department of Justice's latest Epstein Files dump reveal that the anti-vaccination health secretary once went hunting for dinosaur bones with the paedophile and his longtime co-conspirator, convicted sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell. The peculiar bit of information has come to light as part of an email exchange between the two sex predators and shines a light on the deep "friendships" they shared with powerful people.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/epstein-files-trump-andrew-clinton-and-more-the-11-prominent-names-listed-in-fbi-presentation-for-alleged-abuse-of-minors-1770354719231"><strong>Epstein Files: Trump, Andrew, Clinton and more - The 11 'prominent names' listed in FBI presentation for alleged abuse of minors</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Dinosaur hunting with Bobby Kennedy</strong></h2><p>An email exchange between Epstein and Maxwell shows that Trump's health secretary once took a bizarre trip with the sex offenders. The email exchange dates back to 2012, seven years before the death of Epstein in a Manhattan jail while waiting trial for his sordid crimes.</p><p>In one email, Epstein tells Maxwell about a "dinosaur and fossill hunitng with jack horner on the ranch," where they “found 90 million-year-old clams and fossils.”</p><p>"Right up your alley," he adds. To this, Maxwell replies, "Love that," and reminds the paedophile, "didn't we go fossil hunting with him and Bobby Kennedy in N Dakota?", and Epstein replies in the affirmative.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260207/image-1770447719672.png"></figure><h2><strong>Not new info</strong></h2><p>As bizarre as it is, this is not new info. Last year, Maxwell, who is now serving 20 years in jail for her crimes, had disclosed the dinosaur bones hunting trip during an interview with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. "Bobby Kennedy knew him," she said, seemingly catching Blanche off guard.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosive-epstein-files-accuse-trump-of-raping-13-year-old-murdering-a-new-born-white-house-says-this-about-allegations-1769823565436"><strong>Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations</strong></a></p><p>"Sorry? Say that again about Bobby Kennedy?" he asked, prompting the disgraced socialite to reveal that Robert Kennedy, aka Bobby, knew Epstein. When asked, "How do you know that?" she had revealed, "Because we went on a trip together...We went... dinosaur bone hunting in the Dakotas."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">RFK Jr. with Epstein <a href="https://t.co/KkT6zlrq6N">pic.twitter.com/KkT6zlrq6N</a></p>&mdash; Molly Ploofkins (@Mollyploofkins) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mollyploofkins/status/1947121563708391643?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><strong>Dinosaur hunting or looting?</strong></h2><p>According to The Daily Beast, the so-called Dinosaur bone hunting trip actually took place on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, where collecting fossils on reservation land without explicit tribal permission is considered looting. Bobby Kennedy has previously acknowledged travelling on Epstein's plane.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Emails in the latest Epstein files reveal a surreal link. Trump’s Health Secretary, RFK Jr allegedly went dinosaur fossil hunting with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. It raises fresh questions about how deep Epstein’s elite friendships really ran.

Donald Trump's Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the latest MAGA Republicanto be thrust into the spotlight over Jeffrey Epstein links, and his linkages are bizarre to say the least. Emails released as part of the Department of Justice's latest Epstein Files dump reveal that the anti-vaccination health secretary once went hunting for dinosaur bones with the paedophile and his longtime co-conspirator, convicted sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell. The peculiar bit of information has come to light as part of an email exchange between the two sex predators and shines a light on the deep "friendships" they shared with powerful people. Also read | Epstein Files: Trump, Andrew, Clinton and more - The 11 'prominent names' listed in FBI presentation for alleged abuse of minors Dinosaur hunting with Bobby Kennedy An email exchange between Epstein and Maxwell shows that Trump's health secretary once took a bizarre trip with the sex offenders. The email exchange dates back to 2012, seven years before the death of Epstein in a Manhattan jail while waiting trial for his sordid crimes. In one email, Epstein tells Maxwell about a "dinosaur and fossill hunitng with jack horner on the ranch," where they “found 90 million-year-old clams and fossils.” "Right up your alley," he adds. To this, Maxwell replies, "Love that," and reminds the paedophile, "didn't we go fossil hunting with him and Bobby Kennedy in N Dakota?", and Epstein replies in the affirmative. Not new info As bizarre as it is, this is not new info. Last year, Maxwell, who is now serving 20 years in jail for her crimes, had disclosed the dinosaur bones hunting trip during an interview with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. "Bobby Kennedy knew him," she said, seemingly catching Blanche off guard. Also read | Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations "Sorry? Say that again about Bobby Kennedy?" he asked, prompting the disgraced socialite to reveal that Robert Kennedy, aka Bobby, knew Epstein. When asked, "How do you know that?" she had revealed, "Because we went on a trip together...We went... dinosaur bone hunting in the Dakotas."

<p>Emails in the latest Epstein files reveal a surreal link. Trump’s Health Secretary, RFK Jr allegedly went dinosaur fossil hunting with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. It raises fresh questions about how deep Epstein’s elite friendships really ran.</p>

Trump health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s bizarre link with paedophile revealed in latest Epstein file dump

<p>US President Donald Trump on Friday (Feb 6) claimed that he had not watched the controversial Obama ape video in full before it was posted on his Truth Social account. His denial claim comes after the racist clip sparked widespread criticism for depicting former president Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as monkeys.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosive-epstein-files-accuse-trump-of-raping-13-year-old-murdering-a-new-born-white-house-says-this-about-allegations-1769823565436"><strong>Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations</strong></a></p><h2><strong>A stupid 'racist' mistake?</strong></h2><p>Talking to reporters, Trump said, "I just looked at the first part... and I didn't see the whole thing,"&nbsp;<br>adding that he "gave" the video to staff members to upload, and that they also did not watch it completely. "No, I didn't make a mistake," he insisted.</p><h2><strong>What made the video racist?</strong></h2><p>The video, posted late Thursday (Feb 5) night, quickly drew backlash across the political spectrum. Near the end of the roughly one-minute clip, which repeated conspiracy theories about Trump’s 2020 election loss to Joe Biden, the Obamas briefly appeared, their faces superimposed on the bodies of monkeys, while the song “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” played in the background.</p><p>The post remained online for about 12 hours before being removed. The White House initially dismissed criticism as "fake outrage," but later claimed the video had been shared in error by a staff member. "A White House staffer erroneously made the post. It has been taken down," a White House official told AFP.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/epstein-files-trump-andrew-clinton-and-more-the-11-prominent-names-listed-in-fbi-presentation-for-alleged-abuse-of-minors-1770354719231"><strong>Trump, Clinton and more - 11 'prominent names' listed by FBI in Epstein Files</strong></a></p><p>However, earlier, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt had claimed that the images were "from an internet meme video depicting President Trump as the King of the Jungle and Democrats as characters from The Lion King." She further asked the press to "report on something today that actually matters to the American public," which apparently an openly racist depiction of America's first Black president isn't.</p><p>Democrats strongly condemned the post, calling it racist and offensive. Former vice president Kamala Harris said the White House's explanation was not credible. "No one believes this cover-up from the White House, especially since they originally defended this post," she wrote on X. "We are all clear-eyed about who Donald Trump is and what he believes."</p><p>Some Republicans also spoke out. Senator Tim Scott, the only Black Republican in the Senate, described the video as "the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House," and urged Trump to remove it. Senator Roger Wicker called the post "totally unacceptable" and said the president should apologise.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

US President Donald Trump has given his first comments on the racist video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys. He claims that he did not watch the full video before it was posted on his Truth Social account, blaming the upload on staff who also “didn’t see the whole thing.”

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Feb 6) claimed that he had not watched the controversial Obama ape video in full before it was posted on his Truth Social account. His denial claim comes after the racist clip sparked widespread criticism for depicting former president Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as monkeys. Also read | Explosive Epstein files accuse Trump of raping 13-year-old, murdering a newborn; White House says THIS about allegations A stupid 'racist' mistake? Talking to reporters, Trump said, "I just looked at the first part... and I didn't see the whole thing," adding that he "gave" the video to staff members to upload, and that they also did not watch it completely. "No, I didn't make a mistake," he insisted. What made the video racist? The video, posted late Thursday (Feb 5) night, quickly drew backlash across the political spectrum. Near the end of the roughly one-minute clip, which repeated conspiracy theories about Trump’s 2020 election loss to Joe Biden, the Obamas briefly appeared, their faces superimposed on the bodies of monkeys, while the song “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” played in the background. The post remained online for about 12 hours before being removed. The White House initially dismissed criticism as "fake outrage," but later claimed the video had been shared in error by a staff member. "A White House staffer erroneously made the post. It has been taken down," a White House official told AFP. Also read | Trump, Clinton and more - 11 'prominent names' listed by FBI in Epstein Files However, earlier, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt had claimed that the images were "from an internet meme video depicting President Trump as the King of the Jungle and Democrats as characters from The Lion King." She further asked the press to "report on something today that actually matters to the American public," which apparently an openly racist depiction of America's first Black president isn't. Democrats strongly condemned the post, calling it racist and offensive. Former vice president Kamala Harris said the White House's explanation was not credible. "No one believes this cover-up from the White House, especially since they originally defended this post," she wrote on X. "We are all clear-eyed about who Donald Trump is and what he believes." Some Republicans also spoke out. Senator Tim Scott, the only Black Republican in the Senate, described the video as "the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House," and urged Trump to remove it. Senator Roger Wicker called the post "totally unacceptable" and said the president should apologise.

<p>US President Donald Trump has given his first comments on the racist video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys. He claims that he did not watch the full video before it was posted on his Truth Social account, blaming the upload on staff who also “didn’t see the whole thing.”</p>

Trump refuses to apologise, claims 'didn't make a mistake,' after posting 'most racist' Obama video on Truth Social

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The United States has lifted the additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods after President Donald Trump signed an executive order implementing a new trade understanding with India.

United States President Donald Trump on Friday (Feb 6) initiated the first concrete step toward implementing a newly announced trade understanding with India, lifting the 25 per cent tariff he imposed for New Delhi's purchase of Russian oil. Trump signed an executive order to remove the additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods. The move comes after months of trade friction between the two countries. India to stop buying Russian oil? According to the executive order signed Friday, "India has committed to stop directly or indirectly importing Russian Federation oil". Also read | Russian oil out? Trump claims India ready to buy seized Venezuelan oil from US It adds that New Delhi intends to significantly expand purchases of American products, "and has recently committed to a framework with the United States to expand defence cooperation over the next 10 years." When will the tariff relief be implemented? The tariff relief took effect at 12:01 am Eastern Time on Saturday (Feb 7), easing pressure on Indian exporters who had been facing elevated duties in the American market. The move follows Trump’s announcement earlier this week of a broader trade deal with India, which aims to reset economic ties strained by disagreements over India’s continued purchases of Russian crude during the Ukraine war. Beyond the immediate tariff rollback, the agreement will also see the United States reduce so-called reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent from the earlier 25 per cent level, though the timeline for implementing that reduction has not yet been finalised. Also read | How safe is the rupee from Trump's tantrums? Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals risks A joint statement released by the White House said India intends to purchase $500 billion of US energy products, aircraft and parts, precious metals, tech products and coking coal over the next five years. The agreement also includes provisions to remove tariffs on certain aircraft and aviation parts. The development marks a notable cooling of tensions after US tariffs on Indian goods climbed to as high as 50 per cent late last year. It also goes to restore ties between Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whom the POTUS has described as "one of my greatest friends."

<p>The United States has lifted the additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods after President Donald Trump signed an executive order implementing a new trade understanding with India.</p>

Trump lifts 25% tariff on India, says New Delhi 'committed to stop directly or indirectly importing Russian Federation oil'

<p>Dhurandhar is now a movement in India. No other film in recent times has evoked such strong and fierce loyalty and fandom the way Aditya Dhar’s film has. The love translated to box office records with Dhurandhar becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. The film’s digital release has led to rewatching of the film for many who have replaced their popcorn tub with a magnifying lens, looking for hidden meaning and coming up with wild theories.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Since hitting digital platforms, Dhurandhar has been dissected more thoroughly than a high school biology frog. Every frame is being paused, screenshotted, and debated by "experts" who have suddenly discovered the hidden symbolism in even a background tea stall in one of the frames of the film. And the theories are just wild, some that would perhaps make Dhar scratch his head in confusion and put Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code to shame.&nbsp;</p><h2>How did it all start?</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It all started post the film’s OTT release. As eagle-eyed viewers began dissecting every frame, coming up with theories, one of which got validation from Dhar himself. A particular scene featuring Ranveer Singh’s Hamza Ali Mazhari and Danish Pandokar’s Uzair Baloch caught fans’ attention due to one tiny detail: the way they held their guns. While Hamza keeps his finger strictly off the trigger, Uzair rests his finger right on it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Screenshots of the two holding the guns were shared online. Soon enough, Dhar took to Instagram to clarify that this was no random framing choice. He explained that Hamza is a trained operative who only engages the trigger when ready to fire, a sign of discipline. Uzair, meanwhile, reflects a lack of formal training, with his finger placement signalling a tendency to act on raw emotion rather than calculated intent.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dhar’s validation opened floodgates and the Indian audience put on their critical thinking hat and started deciphering every minute detail about the film. Everyone was now an expert in Dhurandhar and Aditya Dhar’s school of filmmaking. Some of them were so outlandish that it would lead to Dhar himself scratching his head.&nbsp;</p><p>As some fans pointed out vague theories and appreciated Dhar’s writing, ‘Peak writing by Aditya Dhar’ became a meme fest.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dialogues-muted-9-minute-runtime-trimmed-netizens-slam-netflix-s-dhurandhar-edit-1769758513029"> Dialogues muted, 9-minute runtime trimmed: Netizens slam Netflix’s Dhurandhar edit</a></p><h2>‘Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar’</h2><p>While some were genuine praises for the director and his writing, it didn’t take long for the meme-masters to make it into a meme fest.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also see: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/dhurandhar-to-baahubali-the-5-indian-films-that-rewrote-box-office-history-1767697145086">Dhurandhar to Baahubali: The 5 Indian films that rewrote box office history</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>‘Peak writing by Aditya Dhar’ became a tongue-in-cheek mockery of over-analysing everything. X users have been making theories and finding significance in the most mundane moments of the film, and the results are hilarious.</p><p>A user noted, “In this scene, the guy eats half an apple and throws the other half away… showing the movie has two parts…you’re watching the first one and will have to wait for the second…Peak writing by Aditya Dhar saab”</p>

<p> </p><p>Another user joked, “Twitter folks be like: Notice how in this scene there is salt in Tea and Hamza immediately spits the tea after taking the first sip. The level of detailing done in Dhurandhar by Aditya Dhar is insane”</p><p> </p><p>Another pointed out the “subtle hints”, “Notice how in this scene Rehman Dakait has 2 eyes and 2 ears. Even Hamza has 2 eyes and 2 ears. Subtle hints that it will be made in 2 parts. Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar”</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">*Dhurandhar 2 teaser drops today*<br><br>Notice how in this scene Rehman Dakait has 2 eyes and 2 ears. Even Hamza has 2 eyes and 2 ears. Subtle hints that it will be made in 2 parts. Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar 🔥🔥 <a href="https://t.co/pWU7vQI3bE">pic.twitter.com/pWU7vQI3bE</a></p>&mdash; UmdarTamker (@UmdarTamker) <a href="https://twitter.com/UmdarTamker/status/2018517961372492164?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 3, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-s-dhurandhar-2-record-breaking-ott-deal-rights-sold-for-record-price-to-this-platform-1770279938809">Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 record breaking OTT deal! Rights sold for record price to THIS platform</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Pakistan has water crisis. The world knows. So in this scene he is eating spicy food and need water so he cries and gets the water. Peak writing by Aditya Dhar, “ wrote another user.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Pakistan has water crisis. The world knows. So in this scene he is eating spicy food and need water so he cries and gets the water.<br><br>Peak writing by Aditya Dhar <a href="https://t.co/DW1YuhHYrn">pic.twitter.com/DW1YuhHYrn</a></p>&mdash; Chikoo 𝕏 (@tweeterrant) <a href="https://twitter.com/tweeterrant/status/2019007633601253393?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">In this scene Ranveer opens both the eyes showing the movie has two parts..<br><br>Peak writing by Aditya Dhar🔥🔥😍😍 <a href="https://t.co/BaoHDFt2kq">https://t.co/BaoHDFt2kq</a> <a href="https://t.co/4JbbxzPzFi">pic.twitter.com/4JbbxzPzFi</a></p>&mdash; ಕಾರ್ತಿಕ್ (@ghatti_chutney) <a href="https://twitter.com/ghatti_chutney/status/2018392787121770709?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>“In Dhurandhar the first thing Hamza does after entering a milk soda shop is to drink a milk soda. This level of detailing by Aditya Dhar is insane,” wrote another user.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">In Dhurandhar the first thing Hamza does after entering a milk soda shop is to drink a milk soda. This level of detailing by Aditya Dhar is insane 🔥</p>&mdash; Pranav Gangadharan (@pranavgngadhrn) <a href="https://twitter.com/pranavgngadhrn/status/2018579210563191045?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 3, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">In this scene in Dhurandhar, Hamza is eating a Pakistani dish where he feels salt is less. But he knows if he asks for salt his identity will be compromised. So he cries and mixes the salty water in the dish to make it perfect . Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar 🔥 <a href="https://t.co/QzlekWL7sH">pic.twitter.com/QzlekWL7sH</a></p>&mdash; UmdarTamker (@UmdarTamker) <a href="https://twitter.com/UmdarTamker/status/2018935355676979298?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>“In Dhurandhar, the title “Dhurandhar” is shown only at the end of the movie, telling us audience that the movie has finally ended. Aditya Dhar is so brilliant for this.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-s-dhurandhar-trending-at-no-1-on-netflix-pakistan-here-what-we-know-1770024903863"><strong>Dhurandhar trending at No. 1 on Netflix Pakistan? Here' what we know</strong></a></p><h2>About Dhurandhar 2</h2><p>Titled as Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the sequel of Dhurandhar will hit theatres world wide on March 19 in multiple langauges including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. The film will provide a back story of Hamza played by Ranveer Singh , an Indian spy who infilterates a deadly gang in Pakistan to get information about terror activities. The film’s original cast will return in part 2.</p>

Dhurandhar's OTT release has led to fans coming up with wild theories and scrutinising each moment of the film in great detail. Soon after, the trend ‘Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar’ became viral and led to a hilarious meme fest on social media. 

Dhurandhar is now a movement in India. No other film in recent times has evoked such strong and fierce loyalty and fandom the way Aditya Dhar’s film has. The love translated to box office records with Dhurandhar becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. The film’s digital release has led to rewatching of the film for many who have replaced their popcorn tub with a magnifying lens, looking for hidden meaning and coming up with wild theories. Since hitting digital platforms, Dhurandhar has been dissected more thoroughly than a high school biology frog. Every frame is being paused, screenshotted, and debated by "experts" who have suddenly discovered the hidden symbolism in even a background tea stall in one of the frames of the film. And the theories are just wild, some that would perhaps make Dhar scratch his head in confusion and put Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code to shame. How did it all start? It all started post the film’s OTT release. As eagle-eyed viewers began dissecting every frame, coming up with theories, one of which got validation from Dhar himself. A particular scene featuring Ranveer Singh’s Hamza Ali Mazhari and Danish Pandokar’s Uzair Baloch caught fans’ attention due to one tiny detail: the way they held their guns. While Hamza keeps his finger strictly off the trigger, Uzair rests his finger right on it. Screenshots of the two holding the guns were shared online. Soon enough, Dhar took to Instagram to clarify that this was no random framing choice. He explained that Hamza is a trained operative who only engages the trigger when ready to fire, a sign of discipline. Uzair, meanwhile, reflects a lack of formal training, with his finger placement signalling a tendency to act on raw emotion rather than calculated intent. Dhar’s validation opened floodgates and the Indian audience put on their critical thinking hat and started deciphering every minute detail about the film. Everyone was now an expert in Dhurandhar and Aditya Dhar’s school of filmmaking. Some of them were so outlandish that it would lead to Dhar himself scratching his head. As some fans pointed out vague theories and appreciated Dhar’s writing, ‘Peak writing by Aditya Dhar’ became a meme fest. Also read: Dialogues muted, 9-minute runtime trimmed: Netizens slam Netflix’s Dhurandhar edit ‘Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar’ While some were genuine praises for the director and his writing, it didn’t take long for the meme-masters to make it into a meme fest. Also see: Dhurandhar to Baahubali: The 5 Indian films that rewrote box office history ‘Peak writing by Aditya Dhar’ became a tongue-in-cheek mockery of over-analysing everything. X users have been making theories and finding significance in the most mundane moments of the film, and the results are hilarious. A user noted, “In this scene, the guy eats half an apple and throws the other half away… showing the movie has two parts…you’re watching the first one and will have to wait for the second…Peak writing by Aditya Dhar saab”

<p>Dhurandhar's OTT release has led to fans coming up with wild theories and scrutinising each moment of the film in great detail. Soon after, the trend ‘Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar’ became viral and led to a hilarious meme fest on social media.&nbsp;</p>

‘Peak detailing by Aditya Dhar’: Is Dhurandhar the new Da Vinci Code? The meme fest seems to suggest so

<p>Ski Jumping at the Winter Olympics 2026 seems to be focused on the crotch. First, rule changes were implemented to prevent a repeat of last year's crotch stuffing fiasco. Now, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is looking into allegations that ski jumpers could be injecting hyaluronic acid into their penises to cover a larger area while jumping. The claims were first reported by the German newspaper Bild in January. However, no athlete has been accused of the bizarre practice. A larger genital area would allow them to wear a bigger suit, which would eventually increase their aerodynamics and jump further. This comes after two Norwegian athletes, Marius Lindvik and Johann André Forfang, were penalised for stuffing their crotch area with extra fabric at the Ski Jumping World Championships last year. For the Olympics, the rules dictate that all ski jumpers will place tamper-proof microchips in their suits, with 3D scanning technology being used to measure the space between their legs.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/winter-olympics-2026-crotch-stuffing-ski-jumpers-1770277175670"><strong>Winter Olympics 2026: Why ski jumpers are being watched for ‘crotch stuffing’</strong></a></p><h2><strong>How larger crotch area matter in ski jumping?</strong></h2><p>The science behind adding extra fabric to the crotch area in the tight suits is that it increases the surface area. The sport calls for ski jumpers to move down a steep ramp at a fast pace and then launch and jump as far as they can. The movement of air around the skier when in flight determines the amount of distance he covers. The report by Bild claims that some athletes could be injecting penises with hyaluronic acid to increase their size. WADA president Witold Banka and director general Oliver Niggli said at a press conference in Sicily on Thursday that the agency would investigate any evidence of wrongdoing.</p><h2><strong>Bizarre claims of hyaluronic acid injections for penis</strong></h2><p>“I’m not aware of the details of ski jumping and how it can improve, but if anything were to come to the surface, we would look at anything if it is actually doping related,” Niggli said. A reporter asked them about the allegations of injections, as carried by Bild, to which Niggli responded that he hadn't "heard about that," and this was the first time he was learning about something like this. "We don’t do other means of enhancing performance, but our list committee would certainly look into whether this would fall into this category. But I haven’t heard about that until you mentioned."<br>&nbsp;</p>

WADA was stumped when reporters asked the officials whether ski jumpers could be using injections to enlarge their crotch area. Winter Olympics 2026 kick-started on February 6 in Sicily, where ski jumping is hogging the limelight for some serious yet hilarious reasons.

Ski Jumping at the Winter Olympics 2026 seems to be focused on the crotch. First, rule changes were implemented to prevent a repeat of last year's crotch stuffing fiasco. Now, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is looking into allegations that ski jumpers could be injecting hyaluronic acid into their penises to cover a larger area while jumping. The claims were first reported by the German newspaper Bild in January. However, no athlete has been accused of the bizarre practice. A larger genital area would allow them to wear a bigger suit, which would eventually increase their aerodynamics and jump further. This comes after two Norwegian athletes, Marius Lindvik and Johann André Forfang, were penalised for stuffing their crotch area with extra fabric at the Ski Jumping World Championships last year. For the Olympics, the rules dictate that all ski jumpers will place tamper-proof microchips in their suits, with 3D scanning technology being used to measure the space between their legs. Also Read: Winter Olympics 2026: Why ski jumpers are being watched for ‘crotch stuffing’ How larger crotch area matter in ski jumping? The science behind adding extra fabric to the crotch area in the tight suits is that it increases the surface area. The sport calls for ski jumpers to move down a steep ramp at a fast pace and then launch and jump as far as they can. The movement of air around the skier when in flight determines the amount of distance he covers. The report by Bild claims that some athletes could be injecting penises with hyaluronic acid to increase their size. WADA president Witold Banka and director general Oliver Niggli said at a press conference in Sicily on Thursday that the agency would investigate any evidence of wrongdoing. Bizarre claims of hyaluronic acid injections for penis “I’m not aware of the details of ski jumping and how it can improve, but if anything were to come to the surface, we would look at anything if it is actually doping related,” Niggli said. A reporter asked them about the allegations of injections, as carried by Bild, to which Niggli responded that he hadn't "heard about that," and this was the first time he was learning about something like this. "We don’t do other means of enhancing performance, but our list committee would certainly look into whether this would fall into this category. But I haven’t heard about that until you mentioned."

<p>WADA was stumped when reporters asked the officials whether ski jumpers could be using injections to enlarge their crotch area. Winter Olympics 2026 kick-started on February 6 in Sicily, where ski jumping is hogging the limelight for some serious yet hilarious reasons.</p>

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