Good morning, January 28, 2026. You’re listening to BTW Daily News, here to keep you informed and inspired. I’m your host, and I’ve got a quick roundup of the top stories from politics, business, entertainment, sports, and international news—ready to go at the speed your morning routine deserves.First up, local – The Pretti community is still reeling after a tragic shooting. Police say a gun was fired in the town, and they are searching for the suspect. The motive is unknown, but the investigation is a priority as officials urge calm and cooperation from residents.Moving on to politics, former U.S. Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino has become a headline again. Allegations surfaced that his image was used in immigration raids without proper oversight. A federal hearing is pending, and his future in the administration is uncertain as lawmakers scrutinize his role in the Trump-era crackdown.In Minneapolis, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance during an anti‑ICE town‑hall speech. Police arrested a man described as “a man with a syringe,” injecting fresh tension into the already heated debate over ICE operations.Switching to tennis, Novak Djokovic advanced to the Australian Open semi‑final after Andy Musetti suffered a shoulder injury. With Musetti out, Djokovic will face Jessica Pegula in a showdown that is shaping up to be a real battle of resilience.On a somber international note, Maharashtra’s former deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar tragically died in a helicopter crash. The 66‑year‑old leader’s death has revived memories of the ₹70‑billion irrigation scandal he once chaired.Business news: UPS announced a plan to cut approximately 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities over the next year. The logistics company cited slower freight demand and a shift toward automation as the main reasons behind this extensive restructuring.Across the tech aisle, Amazon confirmed it will lay off 16,000 workers, bringing the total since October to about 30,000. The cuts, driven by a revisit to pandemic‑era hiring and increased AI spending, will affect teams worldwide.Retail tech: Amazon is closing its Fresh and Go stores. Two Go locations in Naperville are shutting down this week, and the company plans to close Fresh outlets nationwide—signaling a retreat from the grocery‑delivery segment after years of experimentation.In South Korean news, former first lady Kim Keon Hee received a 20‑month prison sentence for bribery. The sentence follows a lengthy court investigation that tied her to illicit payments while she was in office.Finally, a tech breakthrough: Dutch chipmaker ASML’s shares hit a record high after a surge in AI demand. Yet the company announced it will cut 1,700 jobs to streamline production, reflecting the sector’s balancing act of growth and cost control.That’s all for today’s quick briefing. Thank you for listening to BTW Daily News. Stay informed, stay curious, and have a wonderful day.
