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Olympics Peace Plea, Serbia's Stash, and Tough Talks: Today's Headlines

UN Calls for Global Truce Ahead of Winter Olympics

The United Nations and organizers of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics called for a 52-day pause in all global conflicts, a week ahead of the competition's opening, according to Euronews. The initiative, rooted in an ancient Greek tradition, aims to set a moral baseline at a time when armed conflicts are on the rise.

The call for a truce was backed by a UN General Assembly resolution. Euronews reported that UN truce resolutions typically pass with broad majorities, as demonstrated by the 193 votes received for the London Games in 2012. However, the article also noted that signatories have repeatedly broken their promises in the past.

Major Drug Bust in Serbia

In other news, Serbian police seized nearly five tonnes of marijuana in a raid near Kruševac, Euronews reported. The bust, which took place in the village of Konjuh, led to the arrest of two people. According to the interior ministry, the drugs were stored in bulk and prepared for distribution. Police also uncovered four automatic rifles and a handheld grenade launcher, suggesting the site was protected and part of a wider criminal network.

Minneapolis Grapples with Aftermath of Federal Action

The Verge reported on the impact of federal actions in Minneapolis. Scott Meslow wrote about the cancellation of a Children's Theatre Company of Minnesota performance of "Go, Dog. Go!" due to safety concerns. The cancellation followed the death of Alex Pretti, who was killed by federal agents in the streets, about nine blocks away from the theater. The email explained that the cancellation was "for the safety of our patrons, staff, and artists."

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Offers Discounted Passes

TechCrunch announced that January 30th was the last day to grab a "+1" pass at 50% off for Disrupt 2026. The event, scheduled to take place at San Francisco's Moscone West from October 13-15, is expected to bring together 10,000 founders, VCs, operators, and tech leaders.

"The Love That Remains" Explores Family Dynamics

Robyn Kanner, writing for The Verge, highlighted the film "The Love That Remains" by Icelandic director Hlynur Pálmason. The film explores the complexities of a family after Anna and Magnus separate, focusing on the strained future they navigate following their divorce. Pálmason featured some of his own family in the film.

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