Prediction markets are wagering on the future of celebrity relationships this Valentine's Day, while other news stories highlight challenges faced by couples and potential disruptions to travel. Online prediction markets are taking bets on whether high-profile couples, such as Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau, will stay together, according to CBS News. Meanwhile, a partial US government shutdown is raising concerns about airport delays, and Amazon's Ring is ending a deal with a surveillance firm after facing backlash.
On Polymarket, an online prediction market, users can wager on the engagement of Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau by the end of 2026, according to CBS News. As of early February, the probability of the pair committing to wed by then was 27%, with over $22,800 wagered on the couple's fate. This trend reflects a broader interest in predicting the outcomes of celebrity relationships.
In other news, a couple from Louisiana, Tim and Emily Leary, faced significant challenges in their marriage, including multiple cancer diagnoses, according to CBS News. The couple, who started their relationship in 2001, overcame these obstacles and cherish every moment together. "We are well prepared for whatever life has in store for us," Emily said. "Each day is a gift and we cherish every moment."
Travel groups and airlines are warning of potential disruption as the US federal government partially shut down after lawmakers failed to reach a deal on funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), according to BBC World. Several groups, including Airlines for America, said in a joint statement that the risk of unscheduled absences by Transportation Security Administration workers increased, potentially causing flight delays and longer wait times. The partial government shutdown began at midnight (05:00 GMT) on Saturday.
Amazon's Ring is dropping a partnership with Flock Safety, a surveillance firm, after facing scrutiny over its privacy practices, according to BBC Technology. The agreement, announced in October, would have allowed agencies working with Flock to retrieve video captured on Ring devices. The decision to end the deal came days after a Ring advertisement aired during the Super Bowl sparked widespread backlash.
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