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Guthrie’s Mother Missing in Arizona as Winter Cold Triggers Philly Water Breaks, Phil Sees More Winter; Badenoch Pushes ECHR Exit and Tougher Migration After Murder; TikTok Restructures as Upscrolled Gains; London Urged to Go Electric, Chinese Exports Squeeze Latin America; Portland Anti-ICE March Blocks Streets; Xiaomi Weighs Ford EV Tie-Up

Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Reported Missing in Arizona

“Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother has been reported missing in Arizona, and authorities are asking the public for help locating her.

Kemi Badenoch calls for leaving the ECHR and tougher migration policy after Rhiannon Whyte murder

In response to the murder of asylum hotel worker Rhiannon Whyte, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said the UK should leave the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and adopt tougher measures on illegal migration. Speaking to GB News, she argued that the system “failed” Whyte and said the government should deport foreign criminals more effectively, also criticising Labour for scrapping the Rwanda asylum plan. Whyte’s mother, Siobhan, blamed the government for the circumstances leading to the killing and said her family would continue campaigning for justice.

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter After Seeing His Shadow

Punxsutawney Phil reportedly saw his shadow on Monday, which is traditionally taken to mean there will be six more weeks of wintry weather.

What Is Upscrolled? The Social Media Platform Gaining Users in the US as TikTok Restructures

Upscrolled is a social media platform gaining traction in the United States as TikTok undergoes restructuring, positioning itself as an alternative to major Big Tech networks where users can freely express thoughts, share moments, and connect with others.

Water Main Breaks Continue Across Philadelphia During Bitter Cold

A water main break early Monday disrupted another Philadelphia neighborhood, adding to a rising number of infrastructure failures as frigid temperatures persist across the city.

Experts urge London councils to cut diesel fleet use and switch to electric vehicles

Experts say diesel vehicles are worsening London’s air pollution and are urging local authorities to reduce diesel use in their fleets and invest in cleaner alternatives. Freedom of Information data indicates 71% of London councils still run fleets dominated by diesel, with around 5,000 council-operated diesel vehicles, while electric vehicles make up about 21%. Some boroughs have particularly high diesel shares—such as Hillingdon at 97%—and a few have added more diesel vehicles, though others like Lewisham have shifted rapidly toward zero-emission fleets.

Low-cost Chinese exports surge into Latin America, pressuring local industries

Low-priced Chinese goods are increasingly entering Latin American markets as US tariffs redirect trade flows, intensifying competition for local manufacturers. Governments across the region are weighing possible protective measures while managing China’s expanding economic and political influence.

Hundreds of protesters in Portland block streets during march against ICE

Hundreds of anti-ICE protesters marched through Portland on Sunday from City Hall to an ICE detention facility in the South Waterfront, temporarily shutting down roads. Demonstrators carried signs calling for ICE to leave the city and for accountability in the January deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Video showed federal agents using tear gas and pepper balls outside the facility, and some protesters said flash-bang devices were thrown into the crowd. Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek condemned the use of tear gas on protesters and called for federal agents to stand down and be held accountable.

Xiaomi reportedly considers collaboration with Ford on EV production

EV manufacturer Xiaomi reportedly explored a potential collaboration with Ford to manufacture Xiaomi electric vehicles in the United States, amid steep US tariffs and other duties targeting Chinese vehicles and related technology. The Financial Times said such a deal could help Xiaomi establish a US presence despite restrictions, though both Ford and Xiaomi denied that talks occurred.

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