A partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) went into effect Friday after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on funding, according to ABC News. The shutdown, the third since October, comes as Congress members have either left for a weeklong recess or traveled overseas. Meanwhile, in other news, a beloved cruise line abruptly shut down, and police activity is underway in Tucson, Arizona, in connection to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
The DHS shutdown stemmed from an impasse over immigration enforcement, ABC News reported. Director of the Office of Management and Budget Russell Vought directed DHS to begin implementing shutdown plans. Former President Trump indicated he would be involved in the funding negotiations, according to ABC News.
Alaskan Dream Cruises announced on February 4th that it would halt all operations, canceling all future bookings, Fox News reported. The small-ship cruise line, based in Sitka, offered sailings to Southeast Alaska. Guests were informed they would receive refunds and information on next steps via email.
Police activity is ongoing near the home of Nancy Guthrie, the missing mother of US news anchor Savannah Guthrie, BBC World reported. Authorities found DNA at Guthrie's address that did not belong to her or anyone close to her. The 84-year-old disappeared nearly two weeks ago from her home in Tucson, Arizona, and authorities believe she was taken against her will. Armed police teams have been seen in the area, and a sheriff's vehicle is blocking the road.
In other news, Tarique Rahman is expected to become Bangladesh's new prime minister, despite never before holding power, according to BBC World. This follows an election victory.
Amazon's Ring is ending its deal with surveillance firm Flock Safety after facing scrutiny over its privacy practices, BBC Technology reported. The agreement, announced in October, would have allowed agencies working with Flock to retrieve video captured on Ring devices. The decision came after a Ring advertisement aired during the Super Bowl sparked widespread backlash.
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