Mikaela Shiffrin of the U.S. won gold in the women's slalom at the 2026 Olympics on Wednesday, breaking her medal drought, while authorities investigated multiple incidents including a kidnapping and two separate airline disturbances. Meanwhile, President Trump is considering potential strikes on Iran, with discussions ongoing about the timing and implications of such action.
Shiffrin, the most decorated athlete in her sport, completed a smooth second run in the slalom with a combined time of 1:39.10, according to CBS News. This performance secured her victory, beating Switzerland's Camille Rast by 1.5 seconds. The 30-year-old appeared visibly emotional after her triumph, which took place in her best event. She had previously taken an early lead in the event, finishing her first run with a time of 47.13 seconds.
In other news, the FBI has reached out to Mexican authorities in the ongoing search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who was reportedly kidnapped from her Tucson, Arizona, home on Sunday, February 1, according to ABC News. The FBI released photos and videos of an armed person in a mask near her home, appearing to tamper with a security camera.
Also on Wednesday, passengers were evacuated via slides at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey due to an incident that temporarily suspended flights, as reported by ABC News. JetBlue Flight 543, which had taken off, immediately returned to the airport due to engine failure, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Separately, a man was detained by police after exhibiting "unruly and unlawful behavior towards other customers" on a Delta flight that returned to Houston shortly after takeoff, ABC News reported. The flight was headed to Atlanta, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Delta Airlines stated, "The safety of our customers and crew is paramount, and Delta has zero tolerance for unruly behavior."
Regarding international affairs, President Trump has been discussing potential strikes on Iran, with national security officials informing him that the military is prepared for action as early as Saturday, CBS News reported. However, a final decision has not been made, and the timeline for any action could extend beyond this weekend. The White House is weighing the risks of escalation and the consequences of restraint, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The Pentagon is temporarily moving some personnel out of the Middle East region ahead of potential action or counterattacks.
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