World Report February 16: Monday's top stories in 10 minutes
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Feb 16, 2026 A CBC investigation reveals an alleged drug kingpin was betrayed by his own aide. U.S. crime statistics show a sharp drop in violent offenses amid debate over who deserves credit. A TV personality makes a public plea in an ongoing missing person case. Researchers explore dance as a therapy to slow Parkinson's progression. Olympic skaters chase medals on ice.
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Right-Hand Man Turned Informant
- Andrew Clark, once Ryan Wedding's right-hand man, reportedly cooperated with U.S. authorities and provided key evidence.
- Court documents indicate Clark worked with the FBI and avoided the death penalty after becoming an informant.
Crime Drop Predates Recent Policies
- Violent crime in major U.S. cities dropped sharply in 2025, with homicides down about 19%.
- Criminologists say the decline began before recent federal interventions, implying multiple factors at play rather than a single policy cause.
Come Forward With Missing Person Tips
- If you have information about a missing person, come forward because it's never too late to do the right thing.
- The Guthrie family appealed publicly for help locating Nancy Guthrie as authorities test evidence like a glove for DNA.