Shamsud-Din Jabbar, responsible for the deadly New Year’s Day truck attack in New Orleans, visited the city twice before and used Meta smart glasses to record the French Quarter, the FBI revealed. Inspired by the Islamic State, Jabbar acted alone, leaving 14 dead and wounding two officers before being fatally shot. Investigations traced his travels to Cairo, Canada, and Texas, where he legally acquired a rifle. Bomb-making materials were found at his residences. President Biden will meet victims' families, while authorities bolster security for Mardi Gras and the Super Bowl, ensuring public safety remains a top priority.

Demi Moore won Best Actress (Musical or Comedy) at the 82nd Golden Globes for her role in The Substance, her first major acting award in over 45 years. Sebastian Stan received Best Actor (Musical or Comedy) for A Different Man, highlighting disability representation. Zoe Saldaña earned Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Pérez, which also won Best Non-English Film. Kieran Culkin won Best Supporting Actor for A Real Pain, and Colin Farrell took Best Actor in a TV Series for Penguin. Latvia’s Flow claimed Best Animated Feature. The Golden Globes set the stage for the Oscars.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation after nearly 9 years in office, according to reports. Sources suggest Trudeau may step down before a Liberal Party caucus meeting on Wednesday, amid mounting pressure following poor poll performance and public dissent. Trudeau's leadership has faced criticism over economic challenges, immigration policies, and strained housing markets. Recent tensions within his cabinet, including Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation, have intensified calls for change. Discussions about interim leadership are reportedly underway. Trudeau, 53, first led the Liberals to power in 2015 with a progressive agenda but now faces declining support.

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor was detained by Patna Police on Monday during his hunger strike at Gandhi Maidan, demanding the cancellation of the BPSC exam. Kishor had been fasting since January 2 to protest the December 13 exam marred by alleged question paper leaks. The district administration deemed the protest "illegal," citing a Patna High Court order restricting protests to Gardani Bagh. Kishor was forcibly removed and taken to AIIMS amid "Vande Mataram" chants from supporters. Despite a retest conducted on January 4 for selected candidates, Kishor maintained his call for a complete cancellation of the exam.

A massive winter storm has gripped the US, impacting 63 million people across the central and southern regions. Kansas and Kentucky declared emergencies as heavy snow, ice, and strong winds disrupted travel, with up to 14 inches of snow reported in some areas. Hundreds of motorists were stranded, and schools and government offices announced closures. The National Weather Service warned of “the heaviest snowfall in a decade” in affected regions, with temperatures plummeting to record lows. Tornado warnings were also issued in the South, as freezing conditions extended into Florida. Authorities urge residents to stay indoors and avoid travel.

Severe snow and ice disrupted holiday travel across Western Europe, affecting airports and key routes. In the UK, Manchester, Liverpool, and Bristol airports reopened, but Leeds Bradford airport stayed closed. Germany’s Frankfurt airport canceled 120 flights, and Munich reported 35 cancellations. Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport saw 68 flight cancellations and over 200 delays, with long-haul services to the U.S. also impacted. Spain faced delays of up to 3.5 hours for flights from snowy European destinations like Frankfurt and London. Authorities urged travelers to verify flight statuses and avoid unnecessary travel amidst worsening winter conditions.

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar criticized the "star culture" in Indian cricket following the 1-3 Border-Gavaskar Trophy loss to Australia. Gavaskar urged the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to enforce strict accountability, emphasizing that players must prioritize Indian cricket over personal agendas. He highlighted the team's failure to qualify for the World Test Championship final, calling it a missed opportunity. Gavaskar stressed, “Indian cricket comes first. Full commitment is non-negotiable.” The series loss, marked by senior players’ underperformance, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, has reignited calls for reforms in Indian cricket.

Israeli airstrikes over the weekend killed at least 97 Palestinians in Gaza, including nine in two separate strikes in Nuseirat and Jabalia. Gaza's health ministry reported 45,805 Palestinians killed since the conflict began. The Israeli military stated it targeted over 100 Hamas positions, killing dozens of militants. Truce negotiations mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US resumed in Doha, with Hamas signaling readiness for an agreement. The conflict, triggered by Hamas’ October 2023 attack that killed 1,200 Israelis, continues to devastate Gaza, leaving most residents displaced and reliant on aid.

Manchester and Liverpool airports in the United Kingdom resumed operations after being temporarily closed due to heavy snowfall. Severe weather conditions disrupted flights, leaving travelers stranded and schedules delayed. Authorities cleared runways and ensured safety measures before reopening. Despite resuming operations, many flights remain delayed or rescheduled, causing ongoing inconvenience for passengers.   In a statement, airport officials advised travelers to check their flight status and prepare for possible delays. The UK’s Met Office has issued warnings for continued snow and freezing conditions, urging caution for air travel in affected regions.

A major winter storm is wreaking havoc across the US, impacting 60 million people in 30 states. Snow and ice, particularly in Kansas and northern Missouri, could reach 35.6 cm, making roads dangerous. Some areas also face severe thunderstorms, including tornadoes and hail. States of emergency have been declared in Kansas, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Virginia. Temperatures have plummeted, with Chicago, Minneapolis, and International Falls facing sub-zero conditions. Airlines like American, Delta, Southwest, and United are waiving change fees as flights face disruptions due to the storm's progress east, fueled by a polar vortex.