Thursday, February 19, 2026

World Affairs

White House says Iran would be 'wise' to make deal, as US ramps up military presence

US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.

At least 37 killed in Nigeria mine carbon monoxide poisoning: Reports | Mining News

Illegal mining is a widespread issue in Nigeria, where operations lack both government oversight and safety protocols.Listen...

Zuckerberg defends Meta in landmark social media addiction trial

But in court, Mark Lanier, the lawyer for the lead plaintiff in the case - known by...

Peru appoints Jose Maria Balcazar as president after Jose Jeri’s removal | Government News

Listen to this article | 4 minsinfoPeru’s Congress has voted to appoint former judge and left-wing lawmaker Jose Maria...

Billionaire Les Wexner tells US lawmakers he was 'naive' and 'conned' by Epstein

Testifying before Congress, the former CEO of Victoria's Secret lingerie brand accused Epstein of stealing "vast sums"...
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At least eight killed after blast in car

One eyewitness described the aftermath of the blast as chaotic and confusing.He was just a few hundred metres away from the spot when...

Millions endure power cuts in Ukraine as Russia strikes more energy sites | Russia-Ukraine war News

Ukraine says European allies can give up some of their Patriot missile systems now and get future deliveries.Published On 10 Nov 202510 Nov...

Former French president Sarkozy released from prison after three weeks

ReutersSarkozy is the first French ex-leader placed behind bars since World War Two Nazi collaborationist leader Philippe Pétain was jailed for treason in...

It is time to give Africans a stake in African growth | Business and Economy

When e-commerce company Jumia wanted to go public in 2019, Africa’s most celebrated start-up didn’t list in Lagos, Nairobi, Kigali or Johannesburg. It went...

Dozens of inmates found hanged in Ecuador prison

At least 31 inmates have been found dead in a prison in southern Ecuador, including 27 who had been hanged, officials say. Four...

Iran dismisses US accusation of plot to kill Israeli ambassador in Mexico | Israel-Iran conflict News

Australia cut ties with Iran and proscribed the IRGC in August but Mexico has signalled no disruption to bilateral ties.Tehran, Iran – Iran has...
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