Deadly Shooting in Minneapolis Sparks Outrage as U.S. Winter Storms Wreak Havoc – 1/29/2026, 12:25:14 PM

Top world news stories as of January 29, 2026, highlight a deadly shooting in Minneapolis, severe U.S. winter storms, UK-China diplomatic efforts, and European weather disruptions.

U.S. Domestic Crises

• Tensions escalate in Minneapolis after federal agents fatally shot 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti (also reported as Alex Prey), the second such incident this month; body camera footage is under review, showing at least 10 shots fired, and President Trump faces bipartisan backlash over the White House response[2][3].
• Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino and other agents are set to leave Minnesota, with Tom Homan replacing them amid scrutiny[2].
• A massive winter storm causes rising deaths, life-threatening cold across the U.S., a small plane crash in Maine killing 6, and a hotel roof collapse near Oklahoma City[2].

International Diplomacy and Weather

• UK Prime Minister Starmer meets Chinese President Xi in Beijing, calling for a deeper UK-China relationship and “comprehensive strategic partnership” amid global challenges; similar discussions noted in related coverage[3][6].
• Storm Kristin kills two in Portugal, causing widespread damage and power cuts; dozens of flood warnings persist in the UK from Storm Chandra[3].
• Venezuela accuses the U.S. of sovereignty violation over an operation in Caracas targeting a presidential couple’s family under an anti-drug campaign[4].

Other Notable Developments

• Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding arraigned in California court[2].
• Euronews reports on EU matters, including French government ditching U.S. apps like Teams and Zoom, Spain’s migrant legalization plan, and Nipah virus alerts[3].
• Sports: Patriots and Seahawks set for Super Bowl 60[2].

These stories draw from broadcasts and bulletins dated January 27-29, 2026; ongoing developments like weather and investigations may evolve rapidly[1][2][3].