The release of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation has plunged the British government into a political crisis, with fallout extending to 10 Downing Street, according to Time. The files, released by the U.S. Justice Department, have already impacted the monarchy, leading to renewed calls for accountability for Prince Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles III, who was stripped of his royal title late last year.
The latest disclosures from the Epstein investigation have dominated news in Britain, according to Time. The files, containing over 3 million documents, have sparked a political storm, raising questions about the government's handling of the situation. The investigation has also prompted a reevaluation of the role of the monarchy.
Meanwhile, other significant news stories have emerged. Storm Leonardo brought torrential rain and severe flooding to the Iberian Peninsula, prompting red alerts in parts of Spain and causing widespread disruption, evacuations, and a missing child in Málaga, according to The Guardian. Portugal was also heavily impacted, with additional flooding and a reported death. The storm's effects extended to northern Morocco, where flash floods displaced over 100,000 people, The Guardian reported.
In other news, Jon Hallford, co-owner of a Colorado funeral home, received a 40-year prison sentence for abusing corpses, including improperly storing 189 bodies and providing fake ashes to families, according to BBC World. Hallford apologized in court, acknowledging his mistakes, while family members expressed their grief and anger, describing the horrific conditions and the emotional toll of the situation. His ex-wife and co-owner also faces charges, and prosecutors cited greed as a motive for the crimes, BBC World reported.
In other news, the CIA has discontinued its World Factbook, a publication once considered an indispensable resource for journalists, researchers, and the public, providing essential facts about countries and governments, according to NPR News. Initially a classified Cold War document, the Factbook became a widely used online tool, relied upon for its comprehensive data and unique insights.
Finally, rumors are circulating about male ski jumpers allegedly injecting their penises with fillers to gain a competitive edge by increasing the surface area of their jumpsuits, according to Ars Technica. This alleged practice, which follows previous scandals involving suit alterations, aims to exploit the aerodynamic benefits of a larger suit, potentially adding significant distance to jumps, as suggested by a 2025 study, Ars Technica reported.
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