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A If for any reason you believe you received this email in error or if you no longer wish to receive these emails, click here to unsubscribe. Well, Good Morning!   Let's take a look at what the day has in store for us.   So, let's dig in, shall we? Here's What You Need To Know... Drew Peterson, who was convicted of killing his third wife, seeks to ask the judge to toss out his murder conviction Drew Peterson was convicted of killing his third wife, Kathleen Savio, in 2012 and is now set to return to court this month after a judge has agreed to hear his motion to toss out the verdict. Savio's body was found in a bathtub in 2004, weeks before a scheduled hearing concerning money and child custody issues.   Savio's death was initially said to be an accident, but after the disappearance of Peterson's fourth wife, Stacy, Savio's remains were exhumed and her death was ruled a homicide. Peterson's fourth wife's remains have never been found.   Peterson said that his lead attorney, Joel Brodsky, did not provide effective counseling. Peterson is currently serving a 38-year prison sentence. That sentence is then set to be followed by another 40-year sentence after Peterson was convicted of plotting to kill the prosecutor who put him behind bars. This so-called "millionaire" apparently kidnapped and tortured a woman in his home for weeks A 39-year-old Salt Lake City man was arrested for apparently holding a woman captive in his home and torturing her, according to police. Ramone Marcio Martinez apparently threatened to kill the woman if she did not profess her love for him within the next six months. He apparently used a knife to carve the number 6 into her hand to symbolize that deadline.   Martinez, who has claimed to be a millionaire with a business in the medical cannabis industry, is being held without bail. His wealth, in addition to his large collection of firearms, led to that decision. The woman apparently texted a friend about her situation, leading to her eventual escape.    "The victim had texted him begging for help and that she was scared for her life," police said. "At another point in time [Martinez] grabbed the victim and held a knife to her throat... At some point during the day, the victim stated [Martinez] grabbed a gun and pointed it at her head."   He also strangled her and used a belt to beat her, she said. Nearly 1,000 homes destroyed, hundreds more damaged, and two people now missing after the Colorado wildfire Boulder County Sheriff Joe Pelle said that investigators are still trying to figure out what caused the wildfire that occurred on Thursday that destroyed nearly 1,000 homes, damaged hundreds more and resulted in two missing people in the surrounding neighborhoods at the base of the Rocky Mountains.   He has said that utility officials did not find downed power lines near the place where the fire broke out, however authorities were pursuing several tips. Pelle said that the vast majority of affected structures were homes, but there were also damaged barns, outbuildings and other structures. The blaze ripped through 9.4 square miles.   Residents have started to return to see if their homes were affected from the blaze. Initially authorities had said there were no people missing, but now there are three reported. As of now, officials are organizing cadaver teams to search for the missing.   Utility crews are trying to restore electricity and gas services to the homes left. Citizens have been lining up to get space heaters to keep from freezing in the now snow-covered area. The fire follows an extremely dry fall and winter. The dry grounds and high winds were said to contribute to the rapid fire.  Recommended Link   When was the first time you heard about Bitcoin?   For me, it was 2013. Bitcoin was trading for just a couple hundred bucks.   A few of my friends were getting in, but I didn't.   And I missed out.    It's one of the great regrets of my life.   But now, I've studied everything I possibly could relating to crypto.   And I've discovered that the coming "third generation" could be bigger than anything yet.   We're talking about a possible second chance to get in at the beginning.   Here Are Today's Conversation Starters In Focus: Sports, Entertainment & Culture  How does the Harry Potter reunion usher in a magical New Year for fans? You may even find yourself shedding a few tears during this special.   Whether you're planning to make New Year's resolutions or not, these books should be at the top of your reading list These books each look at the concept of creating and subsequently ditching New Year's resolutions.    Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested for trespassing in Florida, officials say What, exactly, prompted the arrest? In Focus: Science & Tech Deep sea mining could provide us critical materials, but at what cost?  There are still many unknown environmental factors to consider when it comes to deep sea mining.   Scientists say the Earth's atmosphere is shrinking, so what does that mean for us? Earth is losing an estimated 66,100 tons of atmospheric escape each year.   Will hologram technology soon be able to replace video calls? As global travel has decreased during the pandemic, there is a growing focus on creating 3D holograms. Get INSTANT Access (Free of Charge!) Invest In Yourself & Invest In Your Future! Sometimes, information is the greatest resource you can get your hands on. That's why we want you to know that you can click below to get your hands on these impressive reports at zero cost to you. The Single-Stock Retirement Play Here's Why This $3 Stock Should be the Cornerstone of Your Portfolio Do you have at least $20,000 in your IRA/401k? If so, then how are you protecting it? Could this be the next big Alt Coin? How to Go for Windfall Profits of 50x or More with Red-Hot, Undiscovered Cryptos If you purchase a product from one of our Affiliate Partners, we do earn money. It's how we cover the costs and overhead of running our newsletter, and ensures that we can keep it 100% free for our readers.  In Focus: Business & Markets  Air travel is off to a turbulent start this year amid thousands of cancellations Between Christmas Eve and this writing, families on 15,000 flights have seen their plans canceled.   These are the 5 biggest predictions for the stock market this year Do any of these surprise you?   Here is a metaverse stock that could potentially double this year This stock could be an essential part of the "gold rush" that is the metaverse. In Focus: Politics & World Affairs  An increasing number of Americans now say violence against the government is sometimes justified This poll comes nearly one year after the U.S. Capitol riot.   Marjorie Taylor Greene's personal twitter account has been permanently suspended for pushing pandemic misinformation  A spokesperson for Twitter said she had repeated violations and was warned.   Minnesota mathematicians and data scientists are using new technology to help shape political districts  Redistricting is required once a decade after the Census count. Search and rescue crews saved 21 people on stuck tram cars after the cables had iced over   Emma Roberts' childhood photo was featured in the Harry Potter Reunion Special after it was mistaken to be Emma Watson    A New York woman was arrested for giving a 17-year-old a vaccine shot without his parents' permission    Looking back at Betty White's love story with her husband Allen Ludden    These are the best health resolutions for 2022 that aren't "losing weight"   And these 8 kitchen gadgets will change how you feel about meal prep   He was told his Tesla needed a battery that cost $22,000... He blew up the car, instead   A woman and her dog were apparently killed by a lone gunman in Brooklyn, officials say It's Time For Your Clickbait Break! This couple wanted wedding pictures that they could cherish forever, then they fell in the mud One For The History Books One of the founders of the women's rights movement, Lucretia Mott, was born on this day in 1793; J.R.R. 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