Emails released by the US Department of Justice revealed that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein requested staff install hidden video cameras at his Florida home in 2014, according to Sky News. The emails detailed Epstein's instructions to an aide, who planned to conceal the cameras in tissue boxes. The documents were part of millions released by the DoJ last month.
The revelation provides a glimpse into Epstein's life, as Sky News reported. The email exchange showed Epstein's direct involvement in surveillance at his Palm Beach residence.
In other news, the Munich Security Conference (MSC) is taking place this week, from February 13 to 15, in Bavaria. The conference, attended by approximately 65 heads of state and government, along with 450 representatives from global politics, academia, and the defense industry, is addressing growing international pressures. A new report warns of increasing fragility in alliances and intensifying geopolitical tensions, according to Euronews.
Meanwhile, Waymo, the autonomous vehicle company, is facing unexpected challenges. TechCrunch reported that Waymo is asking DoorDash drivers to close the doors of its self-driving cars. This issue, highlighted in a Reddit post, occurs when a passenger accidentally leaves a door open, rendering the vehicle inoperable. DoorDash drivers are being offered $6.25 to drive less than a mile to a Waymo vehicle and close its door, with an additional $5 upon completion.
Elsewhere, in Benin, the lakeside village of Ganvié is experiencing a shift in social dynamics. Euronews reported that the traditional meeting spots for young couples are fading as dating apps and social media gain popularity. Secret night encounters are being replaced by smartphones and online interactions, according to local residents.
Finally, Euronews also highlighted the practice of Serbian archaeologist Vladimir Stevanovic, who uses extreme cold as a form of daily meditation. For 15 years, Stevanovic has braved icy lakes and snowy ridges in shorts, spending hours in sub-zero temperatures. He says the cold forces the mind to slow down, with no room for distraction, only breath and movement. His videos have gained thousands of followers.
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