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Microsoft hands over BitLocker keys as Washington sends warships toward Iran, Democrats seek a Maxwell prison visit, Davos jitters the global order, Trump-world pops up in a London trial, an Indiana judge is killed, and Coca‑Cola teases a new soda fad
Microsoft reportedly provided BitLocker encryption keys to U.S. federal investigators
Microsoft’s BitLocker encryption may not fully protect users from government access, after reports that the company provided the FBI with encryption keys to unlock Windows laptops tied to a fraud case. The incident underscores that strong device encryption depends on users retaining control of their own encryption keys.
Trump Says the U.S. Is Sending Naval Forces Toward Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States is moving an “armada” toward Iran and warned Tehran against resuming its nuclear program, saying Washington is closely monitoring developments. Anonymous U.S. officials told Reuters the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and several guided-missile destroyers were expected to arrive in the Middle East soon, with additional air defense deployments under consideration. Trump also claimed Iran halted nearly 840 executions after U.S. warnings, a claim Iran’s judiciary denied as false.
House Democrats request visit to prison holding Ghislaine Maxwell
The top Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee and the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee have asked to visit the prison where Ghislaine Maxwell is being held. Reps. Robert Garcia and Jamie Raskin raised concerns about possible preferential treatment for Maxwell and alleged efforts to cover up sexual abuse at the facility in a letter requesting access.
Davos Sends a Jolt Through the Global Order
Davos delivered what felt like an electric shock to the international system, as the strain from more than a year of President Trump cooling relations with key U.S. allies showed signs of breaking old habits. European leaders who had been working hard to accommodate him are increasingly questioning whether that strategy is worth it, underscored by French President Emmanuel Macron leaving Davos without meeting Trump.
Jealousy Allegation Raised in London Trial Involving a Call From Barron Trump
A London court heard conflicting accounts in the trial of Matvei Rumianstev, a 22-year-old Russian man accused of raping and assaulting his former girlfriend in January last year. Prosecutors say the alleged attack was triggered after he saw an incoming FaceTime call from Barron Trump on the woman’s phone and “flew into a rage,” later sending a message suggesting jealousy. Rumianstev has pleaded not guilty, admitted he was “jealous to some extent,” but denied being angry or acting out of jealousy, saying he answered a later call to try to calm the situation. The court was told Barron Trump witnessed the incident on FaceTime and later contacted British police, and the woman testified his actions helped save her life.
Indiana Judge and Wife Allegedly Shot by Gang Associate Who Had a Pending Trial in the Judge’s Court
Police say Indiana Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, were shot at their home Sunday after a suspect allegedly knocked on the door, said “We have your dog,” and fired through the door. Authorities arrested five people—Thomas Moss, Blake Smith, Amanda Milsap, Raylen Ferguson, and Zenada Greer—and said the couple is in stable condition. Court records indicate one suspect was due to appear in Meyer’s courtroom within days, and investigators allege ties between the suspects and motorcycle club gangs, with a probable cause affidavit stating Smith previously bought a firearm matching the one used in the attack.
Coca-Cola CEO Suggests a Possible New Soft-Drink Trend
Coca-Cola’s CEO hinted that a new soft-drink trend could involve adding an ingredient that can be mixed into beverages with its flavor largely hidden.
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