Manhunt underway after a judge and his wife were shot in their home in broad daylight

A judge and his wife were injured in a shooting Sunday afternoon in Lafayette, Indiana, prompting a multi-agency investigation involving local, state and federal law enforcement.

The Lafayette Police Department said Judge Steven Meyer was shot in the arm and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, was shot in the hip at their home on Mill Pond Lane at about 2:15 p.m.

Police said shell casings were recovered at the scene and both victims received medical treatment and are listed in stable condition.

The shooting remains an active investigation involving multiple agencies, including the Lafayette Police Department, Indiana State Police, the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office, the West Lafayette Police Department, the Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office and the FBI.

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Kimberly Meyer released a statement through police thanking investigators and first responders following the shooting.

“I have great confidence in the Lafayette Police Department’s investigation and want to thank all the agencies involved for their work,” she said. “We are also incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support from the community; everyone has been so kind and compassionate.

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“We would also like to thank the medical personnel who provided care and assistance to us following the incident,” she added.

FOX 32 in Chicago reported that Steven Meyer is a Tippecanoe Superior Court judge, citing a letter from Indiana Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush to judges statewide.

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Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski also addressed the shooting, calling it a “senseless unacceptable act of violence” and pledging continued law enforcement efforts.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Meyer family,” Roswarski said. “I want to ensure the community that every available resource is being used to apprehend the individual(s) responsible for this senseless unacceptable act of violence.

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“I have tremendous confidence in the Lafayette Police Department and I want to thank all of the local, state, and federal agencies who are assisting in this investigation,” the mayor continued.

Police said no arrests have been announced and urged anyone with information to contact the Lafayette Police Department at 765-807-1200.

Denmark deploys military to Greenland after Trump claims ‘complete’ control needed

Denmark on Monday ramped up its military presence in Greenland, deploying extra troops to the strategic Arctic territory amid escalating tensions with President Donald Trump.

Local Danish broadcaster TV 2 said the Danish Armed Forces confirmed a new contingent of troops, described as “a substantial contribution,” were arriving at Greenland’s main international airport Monday night.

Maj. Gen. Søren Andersen, head of Denmark’s Arctic Command, said about 100 Danish soldiers have already arrived in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, with others later deployed to Kangerlussuaq in western Greenland.

The new military move comes in the wake of comments made by Trump over the region’s strategic and military importance. 

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In a Truth Social post Jan. 18, Trump warned that Denmark had failed to secure Greenland against foreign threats.

“NATO has been telling Denmark, for 20 years, that ‘you have to get the Russian threat away from Greenland,’” Trump wrote. 

“Unfortunately, Denmark has been unable to do anything about it. Now it is time, and it will be done!!!” he said.

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On Monday, a text message exchange between Trump and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre over Greenland and the Nobel Peace Prize was released in a statement.

“Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a ‘right of ownership’ anyway?” Trump said before adding that there were “no written documents; it’s only that a boat landed there hundreds of years ago, but we had boats landing there, also,” he said in part of the exchange.

“I have done more for NATO than any other person since its founding, and now, NATO should do something for the United States. The world is not secure unless we have complete and total control of Greenland. Thank you! President DJT,” he added.

Before now, according to Reuters, Andersen had said that Danish troop deployment was driven by broader security concerns, not by Trump’s statements.

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Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen also said that Denmark has begun increasing its military footprint in and around Greenland in cooperation with its NATO allies and as part of efforts to strengthen Arctic defense, Reuters reported.

Danish forces already stationed in Greenland could remain for a year or more, with additional rotations planned in the coming years.

Meanwhile, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Jan. 15 the presence of European troops would not affect Trump’s interest in acquiring Greenland.

“I don’t think troops from Europe impact the president’s decision-making process, nor does it impact his goal of the acquisition of Greenland at all,” she told reporters.

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The additional Danish troop deployment also came following Trump’s announcement that the U.S. would impose a 10% import tax starting in February on goods from countries that have supported Denmark and Greenland, including Norway.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the White House for comment.

Fernando Mendoza reflects on incredible diving TD to help Indiana win national title

Fernando Mendoza called his shot in front of his friends and family in the biggest moment of his collegiate career as he helped the Indiana Hoosiers to a national championship.

Mendoza took the snap on 4th-and-5 and ran it up the gut. He bounced off a few Miami Hurricanes defenders, leaped from the 2-yard line and stretched out his hands to put the ball over the goal line while getting battered as he fell into the end zone.

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Indiana went up 24-14 with 6:32 left in the game and the Hoosiers won the game, 27-21.

“That’s one thing about our team,” Mendoza told ESPN’s Holly Rowe after the game. “We’re always going to put it all on the line. I want to give all the glory and thanks to God. My offensive linemen blocked perfectly and we were able to execute as a team toward a common goal. Have the Indiana Hoosier synergy to score and to give our team a chance to win the game.

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“I had to go airborne. I’d die for my team. Whatever they need me to do. They need me to take shots in the front or the back, whatever it is, I’m gonna die for my team out there and I know they’re going to do the same for me. That’s what makes us so close. That’s what makes the national championship so special.”

Mendoza, who was bloodied in the first quarter after a huge hit to his face, was 16-of-27 with 186 passing yards and the rushing score.

“He’s so tough,” Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti told ESPN’s Molly McGrath. “He got hit. He had no time. He keeps getting back up. Just a great competitor and there’s no way this gets done without that kind of performance at that position. I can’t say enough great things about him.”

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Indiana is the first team in college football history to finish 16-0 since Yale did it in 1894.

Engineers trying to enjoy lunch face hostile crowd in mistaken ICE agent accusation

A group of software engineers were showered with insults and accused of being pedophiles after they were mistakenly accused of being U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents while trying to eat lunch in Minneapolis. 

The men – all white males dressed casually in sweatshirts and jackets — were eating lunch at Clancey’s Deli when one of them got a alert on an anti-Ice Signal chat telling members that plainclothes agents were at the restaurant, Alpha News reported. 

The person who got the message on the “SW Minneapolis Rapid Response” chat is aligned politically with the anti-ICE cause, one of the engineers who gave his name as Lee told the outlet. 

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“My friend was shocked. He’s on the [anti-ICE] side politically. He lives nearby. He’s eaten there before. And suddenly he’s seeing messages saying we’re ICE,” Lee said. 

After the alert was shared, dozens of anti-ICE agitators flocked to the restaurant and peered into the window, according to a video filmed by one of the men. 

Once the group left, they were met on the street with derision from the crowd. 

“You’re a f—— bootlicker b—-!” one of the agitators can be heard.

“Get out of our f—— neighborhood!” screamed another.

“Next thing we know, people are yelling, ‘I hope you die,’ and calling us pedophiles,” said Lee.

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One of the men tried explaining that they were software engineers trying to have a meal.

“We do custom apps for a whole bunch of companies around Minnesota and the country,” he said. 

Still, the crowd appeared unconvinced. 

“Do I look like an ICE agent?” one of the men asked, prompting one woman to reply with: “Yeah, you look like a f—— ICE agent.”

“Get the f— out” one person is heard saying as whistles are heard in the background. 

“This is what’s wrong with your guys’ cause,” the man said. 

A woman asks, “Would you support [us]?”

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“The way you guys are acting? No. And I don’t support ICE either,” one man said. “I’m just trying to enjoy my lunch!”

iPhone flaw leaves 800M devices exposed as users ignore Apple’s urgent warning

The Apple iPhone is the most popular smartphone in the United States and one of the most widely used devices in the world. An estimated 1.6 billion people rely on iPhones every day. That massive user base also makes the platform a prime target. 

Over the past few weeks, Apple has been sending out warnings about a serious security flaw. New data suggests the risk could affect roughly half of all iPhone users.

That puts hundreds of millions of devices in potential danger right now.

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What Apple discovered in Safari and WebKit

Late last month, Apple confirmed two critical vulnerabilities in WebKit. WebKit powers Safari and every browser that runs on iOS. According to Apple, the flaws were used in an extremely sophisticated attack that targeted specific individuals. The problem allowed malicious websites to trick iPhones and iPads into running harmful code. Once that happens, attackers could gain control of the device, steal passwords or access payment information. In simple terms, visiting the wrong website could have been enough.

Why millions of iPhones are still exposed

Apple moved quickly to release a fix. The patch is included in the latest software update. The problem is that many people have not installed it yet. Estimates suggest that about 50 percent of eligible users have not upgraded from iOS 18 to iOS 26. That would leave around 800 million devices vulnerable worldwide. Data from StatCounter paints an even worse picture. It estimates that only 20 percent of users have updated so far. Once security details become public, the risk grows fast. Attackers know exactly what to exploit.

iPhone and iPad models at the highest risk

Apple says the following devices are affected if they are not updated:

• iPhone 11 and later
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and later
• iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later
• iPad Air 3rd generation and later
• iPad 8th generation and later
• iPad mini 5th generation and later

If your device appears on this list and you have not updated it, it is vulnerable.

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Why upgrading is the only real protection

There is no setting to flip and no safe browsing habit that fixes this issue. The vulnerability lives deep inside the browser engine. Security experts say there is no workaround or user behavior that meaningfully reduces the risk. Installing the latest software is the only effective defense. Apple is no longer offering a security-only update for users who want to stay on iOS 18. Unless your device cannot run iOS 26, the fix is only available through iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2.

Steps to update your iPhone or iPad now

Updating is quick and usually painless. If automatic updates are enabled, the fix may already be installed.

If not, follow these steps:

• Open the Settings app on iPhone
• Tap General
• Select Software Update
• Download and install iOS 26.2 or iPadOS 26.2 or later 

Make sure your device is connected to Wi-Fi and has enough battery life or is plugged in.

Pro tip: Use strong antivirus software

Keeping your iPhone updated is critical, but it should not be your only line of defense. Strong antivirus software adds another layer of protection by scanning malicious links, blocking risky websites and alerting you to suspicious activity before damage is done.

This matters even more when attacks rely on compromised websites or hidden browser exploits. Security software can help catch threats that slip through and give you extra visibility into what is happening on your device.

Think of it as backup protection. Software updates close known holes, while strong antivirus tools help guard against the next one.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Apple rarely uses language like “extremely sophisticated” unless the threat is serious. This flaw shows how even trusted browsers can become attack paths when updates are delayed. Waiting weeks or months to update now carries real consequences. If you use your iPhone for banking, shopping or work, this update should be treated as urgent.

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Here’s the age when strength and fitness begin fading, long-term data shows

Physical decline does not wait for old age. 

A new study tracked the same people for nearly half a century, finding that measurable drops in fitness and strength begin at around age 35 and continue gradually through midlife.

The study is based on the Swedish “Physical Activity and Fitness” cohort, which began in 1971 with participants born in 1958. Researchers enrolled 427 people, a mix of men and women, and tested the same individuals repeatedly over a 47-year span, according to a press release.

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Models were used to estimate age- and sex-specific changes in the original cohort during the study period.

The follow-up examinations took place at several points across adulthood, allowing the Karolinska Institutet researchers to observe changes within individuals rather than relying on comparisons between different age groups, the release stated.

At each examination, participants underwent standardized physical testing conducted by trained professionals. Aerobic fitness was measured using tests that assessed peak oxygen uptake, a common indicator of cardiovascular capacity.

Muscle strength and muscular endurance were evaluated through controlled performance tests, including grip strength and repetitive movement tasks. Height, weight and other basic physical measures were also recorded, and participants provided information about their physical activity habits.

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By using the same tests over time, the researchers were able to track long-term trends in physical performance.

The results showed that physical performance peaks in early adulthood and begins to decline around the mid-30s.

This decline was observed across multiple measures, including aerobic fitness and muscle strength, and continued steadily into later adulthood, the researchers shared.

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While individuals who were physically active tended to retain higher overall fitness levels, activity did not completely prevent age-related decline. 

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Even so, the data showed that participants who increased their activity levels later in life improved their physical capacity by roughly 5% to 10%, demonstrating that the body remains responsive to exercise beyond peak years.

Study limitations

The study, which was published in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle, consisted of individuals who were born in the same year and were living in Sweden. 

This may limit how the findings apply to other populations with different social, environmental or genetic backgrounds, the researchers acknowledged.

As with any long-term study, some participants dropped out over time, which could affect how well the sample reflects the original population. 

Also, physical performance was measured at specific intervals, so short-term fluctuations between testing periods were not captured.

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In addition, while physical activity was associated with better outcomes, the observational nature of the study means other factors such as diet, occupation or health conditions may also have influenced results, the researchers stated.

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The team plans to continue following the cohort as the participants grow older, with the goal of linking changes in physical capacity to health outcomes later in life.

Matt Damon criticizes Netflix for altering films to accommodate distracted viewers

Actor Matt Damon claimed that Netflix requests that its films reiterate the plot “three or four times” in scenes to accommodate viewers on their phones.

Damon and his longtime friend and fellow actor Ben Affleck joined the “Joe Rogan Experience” on Friday to promote their new film “The Rip,” which premiered on Netflix that same day.

While discussing the film, Damon remarked on how viewers have a “very different level of attention” to Netflix movies they can watch at home compared to other films released in theaters. He added that Netflix has begun changing the filmmaking process to appease these distracted viewers.

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“The standard way to make an action movie that we learned was, you usually have three set pieces,” Damon said. “One in the first act, one in the second, one in the third. You spend most of your money on that one in the third act. That’s your finale. And now they’re like, ‘Can we get a big one in the first five minutes? We want people to stay. And it wouldn’t be terrible if you reiterated the plot three or four times in the dialogue because people are on their phones while they’re watching.’”

“It’s really going to start to infringe on how we’re telling the story,” he added.

Affleck remarked that the Netflix crime drama series “Adolescence” didn’t make these kinds of changes and went on to become a success on the streaming service, though Damon called it the “exception” rather than the rule.

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“My feeling is just that it demonstrates that you don’t need to do any of that s— to get people, you know what I mean?” Affleck said.

Affleck was also less concerned about the threat of streaming services to the filmmaking process and emphasized that streaming was not an “existential threat” to the movie theater experience.

“It’s like supply and demand. People want to look at their phone. They can look at TikTok…they’re going to do that. I think what you can do is make s— the best you can. Make it really good, and you know people can still go to the movies,” Affleck said.

Fox News Digital reached out to Netflix for comment.

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During the podcast, both Damon and Affleck also called out cancel culture, claiming that it has been taken to an extreme level.

“I bet some of those people would have preferred to go to jail for 18 months or whatever and then come out and say, ‘No, but I paid my debt. Like, we’re done. Like, can we be done?’” Damon said about those who have been canceled. “Like, the thing about getting kind of excoriated publicly like that, it just never ends.”

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Affleck said, “And to take any forgiveness out of it is a really f–ed up thing, because then it makes it impossible to actually go, ‘All right, yeah, I did that… That was wrong. I get it,’ You know, because it doesn’t matter. Once you’ve said you’ve done it, you become like an outcast.”

Quiet change in American paychecks hints at something bigger brewing

Recent economic data shows signs of growing strength on Main Street, as Americans’ take-home pay ticks higher and contributes to rising retail sales and home purchases – though some headwinds remain.

Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released last week shows average weekly earnings increased 1.42% after accounting for inflation from January through December 2025.

Retail spending rose 3.3% on a year-over-year basis in November and was up 0.6% from the prior month after October’s data was revised to a 0.1% monthly decline, according to Census Bureau data released this week. 

Those figures were slightly stronger than the expectations of economists polled by Reuters, who predicted it would rise 0.4% in November after being unchanged as previously reported.

Lower interest rates have contributed to a surge in home sales, as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reported Wednesday that existing home sales rose 5.1% in December amid recent declines in mortgage rates.

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The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.19% in December, according to Freddie Mac. That figure represents a decrease from 6.24% in November and 6.72% a year ago.

NAR chief economist Lawrence Yun said in a statement that while “2025 was another tough year for homebuyers, marked by record-high home prices and historically low home sales,” housing market conditions began improving in the fourth quarter “with lower mortgage rates and slower home price growth.”

“Inventory levels remain tight,” Yun added. “With fewer sellers feeling eager to move, homeowners are taking their time deciding when to list or delist their homes. Similar to past years, more inventory is expected to come to market beginning in February.”

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Inflation also appears to be holding steady, though the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ consumer price index (CPI) showed that inflation remained elevated at the end of 2025.

The December CPI report showed that headline inflation increased 0.3% on a monthly basis in December and was up 2.7% from a year ago. 

Core CPI, which excludes volatile measurements of food and energy prices, rose 0.2% in December and is up 2.6% over the prior year.

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Those figures remain well above the Federal Reserve’s 2% long-run target for inflation and have put the central bank’s policymakers in a difficult position in balancing their dual mandate of stable prices and maximum employment amid persistent inflation and a sluggish labor market.

The Fed cut its benchmark federal funds rate by 25 basis points at each of its past three meetings, which has indirectly contributed to lower mortgage rates that are more heavily influenced by bond markets.

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The market expects the Fed will refrain from cutting rates when policymakers hold their next meeting at the end of January, with the CME FedWatch tool showing a 95% probability that the fed funds rate will remain at its current target range of 3.5% to 3.75% after the meeting.