‘Tug of war’: Democrats push Trump to release New York City tunnel funds
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said the $77m released Tuesday falls short of the amount owed for the transport project.
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US president’s son Eric Trump invests in drone maker with gov’t contracts
Israel’s Xtend recently won US Defense Department contract, is bidding for another before merger with JFB Construction.
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US judge says wrongfully deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia can’t be re-detained
Judge says Trump administration has made ‘one empty threat after another’ to deport Salvadoran national to Africa.
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‘I’ve heard nothing but great things,’ LeBron James says of Israel
Backlash came swiftly for basketball star LeBron James after saying he’s heard “nothing but great things” about Israel.
Published On 17 Feb 2026
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Who should control our digital world?
A few tech corporations control most of the world’s data. Some countries have been fighting to change that.
Published On 17 Feb 2026
US kills 11 people in three strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels
President Donald Trump’s campaign against alleged drug boats has resulted in at least 145 deaths since September.
Iran’s Khamenei maintains tough rhetoric with US despite nuclear talks
Tehran’s chief diplomat says some ‘guiding principles’ are agreed, but the supreme leader presents a different tone.
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Latin America: In the Shadow of the US | Ep 2 – Wars
The 1980s bring revolutionary wars, CIA-backed conflict and the violent birth of a new democratic era.
Published On 17 Feb 2026
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Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, dies at age 84
US civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, one of the most influential black political figures in US history, has died.
Published On 17 Feb 2026
Missiles fly as ‘tense’ Russia-Ukraine peace talks wrap up day one
Ukraine’s lead negotiator says Tuesday’s ‘talks in Geneva focused on ‘mechanics of possible solutions’.
The injustice in Chagos continues
Expressions of regret have not translated into enabling return or providing reparations.
