Savannah Guthrie, the host of NBC's Today show, has publicly appealed for proof of life regarding her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has been reported missing and is believed to have been abducted. In a video shared on social media, Savannah expressed her family's distress over media reports of a ransom letter linked to her mother's disappearance.

The Washington Post has announced significant layoffs affecting its entire Ukraine and Middle East bureaus, a move described by executive editor Matt Murray as painful yet necessary to adapt to evolving technology and user habits.

A U.S. newborn has died from listeria, prompting health officials to issue warnings about the consumption of raw milk and other raw dairy products, which can harbor various pathogens including Salmonella and E. coli. This tragic incident highlights the potential dangers associated with raw dairy consumption, particularly for vulnerable populations such as infants.

Bill Gates expressed regret over his association with Jeffrey Epstein, as Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace announced plans for him to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding Epstein's activities. This development follows Melinda Gates's remarks about the negative aspects of their marriage, highlighting the personal and public fallout from Gates's connections.

Ryan Routh was sentenced to life in prison for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at Trump International Golf Club in Florida in 2024. The court also imposed an additional seven-year sentence for a gun-related conviction. This sentencing took place in a Fort Pierce courtroom, highlighting the serious nature of the crime against a prominent political figure.

Wayne Eyre, the former chief of the defence staff, has suggested that Canada should not dismiss the idea of acquiring nuclear weapons in light of recent geopolitical tensions, particularly following former President Trump's threats regarding Greenland. However, this notion has been met with skepticism from experts and the current defence minister, who maintain that Canada should continue its non-nuclear stance.

The search for Nancy Guthrie, who has been reported missing, has entered its fourth day, with police investigating alleged ransom notes sent to news outlets. Authorities have not confirmed the legitimacy of these notes but are treating them as critical evidence in the ongoing investigation.

The announcement that 700 Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers will leave Minnesota immediately comes from the border czar, who emphasized that U.S. President Donald Trump is committed to mass deportation and daily immigration enforcement. This decision reflects ongoing tensions surrounding immigration policies in the state.

Anand attended a meeting in Washington hosted by the U.S., which brought together representatives from European, African, and Asian nations to discuss critical mineral supply chains. The focus of the meeting was to secure commitments that would incentivize investment in these essential resources.