A UK court decided that the government was wrong to ban the group Palestine Action by calling it a "terror group." The British government said it would challenge this decision in a higher court. The ruling led to celebration among supporters of Palestine Action outside the court.
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The UK High Court ruled the ban on Palestine Action as a "terror group" was unlawful.
Palestine Action is a pro-Palestinian campaign group.
The British government plans to appeal the court's decision.
The ban had put Palestine Action in the same category as groups like al-Qaeda and ISIL in the UK.
The ban led to over 2,700 arrests of people supporting Palestine Action.
The court's decision caused celebrations among Palestine Action supporters at the London court.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters about a "new era" in global politics as he prepared to lead a US delegation at the Munich Security Conference. The conference will discuss many international issues, including European defense, US-Europe relations, and global tensions, like the war in Ukraine and disputes involving China and Iran. European leaders have expressed concerns about US commitments to NATO and the future of transatlantic relations.
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Marco Rubio is the US Secretary of State and will attend the Munich Security Conference.
Rubio mentioned a "new era" in geopolitics, suggesting changes in global political dynamics.
The conference will discuss European defense and the transatlantic relationship between the US and Europe.
There are tensions between Europe and the US, partly due to US President Trump's remarks about annexing Greenland.
French President Emmanuel Macron wants Europe to be more independent from the US.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the importance of the US-Europe bond.
Former US diplomats and military leaders urged the US to continue supporting NATO.
President Trump has raised concerns in Europe about US commitments to NATO and European relations.
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An Irish man named Seamus Culleton, held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is wanted in Ireland for drug-related charges from 2008. Culleton overstayed his visa in the U.S. and is currently in ICE detention, awaiting removal from the country. He has criticized conditions in the facility, while U.S. officials dispute these claims.
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Seamus Culleton is being held by ICE in the United States.
He is wanted in Ireland for alleged drug-related charges from May 2008.
Culleton entered the U.S. in 2009 under a visa waiver but did not leave after 90 days.
He married an American citizen in 2025 and applied for a green card.
A U.S. immigration judge issued a final order for his removal.
Irish authorities issued warrants for Culleton's arrest in 2009.
He has criticized ICE detention conditions, comparing them to a "concentration camp."
The Department of Homeland Security says claims about poor detention conditions are false.
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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, claimed victory in the recent national elections, securing 209 out of 297 seats, according to unofficial results. The Jamaat-e-Islami party, previously banned, emerged as the main opposition with 68 seats, and the National Citizen Party (NCP) won six seats. Allegations of election result tampering have been made, and official results are yet to be released.
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The BNP declared victory with 209 seats in Bangladesh's recent election.
Jamaat-e-Islami won 68 seats and is now the main opposition party.
The NCP, born from recent protests, won six seats.
The former ruling party, Awami League, was barred from the election.
The voter turnout was 59.88%, noted for being peaceful and credible.
Allegations of result tampering and irregularities have been raised by BNP and NCP.
Tarique Rahman, the BNP leader, returned from exile to participate in the elections.
Official election results have not yet been confirmed.
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Cardi B became a topic of discussion after she argued online with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and a video of her talking about history on the show "Hot Ones" resurfaced. In the clip, she expresses her interest in historical figures like Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt. The online exchange began when ICE responded to comments Cardi B made during her concert.
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Cardi B had an online dispute with ICE after making comments at a concert in California.
ICE referenced Cardi B’s past apology for drugging and robbing men in its social media response.
Cardi B argued back by bringing up Jeffrey Epstein, who was charged with sex trafficking minors.
A separate video of Cardi B discussing her love for history went viral during the feud.
In the video, she talked about visiting Franklin D. Roosevelt's house and her admiration for him and Eleanor Roosevelt.
She mentioned learning about discussions on the development of nuclear weapons during World War II when visiting a historical site.
Franklin D. Roosevelt was the U.S. President during the Great Depression and World War II and is known for the New Deal.
Eleanor Roosevelt was a significant political figure and human rights advocate.
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Episode 7 of "The Pitt" Season 2 will be available to stream on HBO Max on February 19, 2026, at 6 pm PT. The show requires an HBO Max subscription to watch, and it tells the story of a 15-hour shift in a hospital's emergency department.
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"The Pitt" Season 2 Episode 7 will be available on HBO Max on February 19, 2026, at 6 pm PT / 9 pm ET.
A subscription to HBO Max is needed to watch the episode; basic plans cost $10.99 monthly with ads, and $18.99 without ads.
Each episode typically lasts one hour and represents one hour of a fictional hospital's 15-hour emergency shift.
The schedule for "The Pitt" Season 2 lists Episode 7 on February 19, with subsequent episodes releasing weekly.
Air times vary globally, with different time zones seeing the debut at different times (e.g., 10 pm BRT, 2 am GMT).
There is no official synopsis for Episode 7 yet, but it will likely continue the ongoing 15-hour shift story.
Previous episodes have covered various emergency scenarios, including a motorcycle collision and a parkour accident at the hospital.
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A jury in Los Angeles County awarded $25 million to Roland Esparza after he claimed that using Conagra Brands’ PAM cooking spray caused a severe lung disease. The jury found that the company did not sufficiently warn about the risks of inhalation from certain chemicals in the spray.
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Roland Esparza sued Conagra Brands, claiming their PAM cooking spray caused his lung disease.
The jury found Conagra liable for negligence and failing to warn consumers about the risks.
Esparza has a lung disease called bronchiolitis obliterans and needs a lung transplant.
He used PAM cooking spray since the 1990s, which allegedly contained harmful chemicals.
Conagra argued it removed the chemical diacetyl from PAM in 2009.
Diacetyl is linked to lung disease and was previously associated with popcorn manufacturing.
Conagra plans to appeal the jury's decision.
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Donna Kelce, mother of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, appeared on the reality TV show "The Traitors" but was eliminated early in the season. She expressed surprise at her quick exit, believing she could have boosted the show's popularity. The show involves celebrity contestants trying to outsmart each other, with "Traitors" attempting to eliminate "Faithfuls" for a monetary prize.
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Donna Kelce participated in Season 4 of "The Traitors" as a Secret Traitor.
She was eliminated in Episode 3 after the majority of players voted her out.
The show includes celebrity contestants divided into "Faithfuls" and "Traitors."
Donna is the mother of NFL players Travis and Jason Kelce.
She became a public figure during her sons' Super Bowl appearances.
Donna believed staying on the show longer would increase viewership.
Mixed reactions from viewers on social media followed her elimination.
Donna is known for her warm personality at NFL events and on social media.
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Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg and his wife donated $25,000 to a GoFundMe campaign for actor James Van Der Beek's family after his death from cancer. The crowdfunding effort surpassed its $2 million goal to support his wife and six children. Several other celebrities also contributed to the fund.
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Steven Spielberg and his wife, Kate Capshaw, donated $25,000 to help James Van Der Beek's family.
The GoFundMe campaign collected over $2 million for the actor's family needs.
James Van Der Beek died at age 48 from bowel cancer.
Other contributors include actress Zoe Saldana ($2,500) and director Jon M Chu ($10,000).
The fundraising was organized by Friends of the Van Der Beek family.
Van Der Beek was famous for his role in the teen drama "Dawson's Creek."
The family asked for financial help due to high medical costs.
Spielberg had previously sent a surprise video message to a "Dawson's Creek" reunion event.
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A golden retriever named Gus became famous on TikTok after reacting dramatically to his sister wearing a medical cone. The video, shared on his TikTok account, received over 3.5 million views and many likes. His response highlights the playful and expressive nature of golden retrievers.
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Gus is a golden retriever who gained attention on TikTok for his reaction to his sister's medical cone.
The video has been viewed over 3.5 million times and liked more than 553,100 times.
Gus panics and tries to hide when he sees his sister with the cone.
His owner attempts to calm him, saying the sister won't hurt him, but it doesn't help.
Gus's reaction at night included crawling on his owner's head because of the cone.
Golden retrievers are known for their expressive, friendly, and sometimes anxious nature.
The video had a playful theme, showing the sibling-like bond between the dogs.
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Sudan’s Foreign Minister, Mohieldin Salem, stated that Sudan is fighting foreign interference in its civil war. He urged the African Union to support Sudan’s efforts to stabilize. The war involves the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group.
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Sudan’s civil war is in its third year.
Sudan’s government claims to fight against foreign interference in their conflict.
Mohieldin Salem, Sudan’s Foreign Minister, called for support from the African Union.
Sudan says the United Arab Emirates is arming the Rapid Support Forces, which the UAE denies.
The African Union suspended Sudan’s membership in 2021.
Saudi Arabia condemned foreign interference in Sudan, without naming specific countries.
The war has resulted in approximately 40,000 deaths and over 21 million people facing food shortages.
The African Union is considering reinstating Sudan’s membership.
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Kim Ju Ae, believed to be about 13 years old, is the daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. South Korean intelligence suggests she might succeed him as North Korea's leader due to her increased public appearances. This potential leadership change is significant for North Korea's future, especially in its relations with South Korea and its weapons program.
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Kim Ju Ae is the daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
She is around 13 years old, introduced to the public by Dennis Rodman in 2013.
Ju Ae has been seen more often in public, including at military events.
South Korean intelligence thinks she is likely to succeed her father.
If she becomes leader, she would be North Korea's first female ruler.
Her leadership could impact North Korea's relations, especially with South Korea.
Other potential successors include her aunt, Kim Yo Jong.
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Supporters of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) celebrated in Dhaka as election results showed their party claiming victory. Tarique Rahman, the BNP leader, is expected to become the new prime minister of Bangladesh.
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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) claimed victory in the election.
BNP supporters gathered in Dhaka to celebrate the election results.
Tarique Rahman, the BNP's leader, is anticipated to become the new prime minister.
The celebration took place outside the BNP office in Dhaka, Bangladesh's capital.
The BNP's win means a change in the country's leadership.
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Russia launched a large air attack on Ukraine coinciding with a visit from the French Defence Minister. Ukraine has responded by attacking Russian positions and attempting to hinder Russian advances. Both nations continue to inflict damage on each other amidst ongoing conflict.
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Russia carried out a massive air assault on Ukraine on February 7, targeting Ukrainian cities.
These attacks happened during the visit of French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin to Kyiv.
Russia's earlier attack on February 3 coincided with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte's visit.
Ukraine downed many Russian drones and missiles but some caused significant damage to energy infrastructure.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reported impacts on nuclear power facilities, including a plant shutdown.
Strikes have left many Ukrainian civilians without power, heat, and water, particularly in Odesa.
Ukraine responded by targeting Russian airfields and conducted a strike inside Russia at the Redkino Research Plant.
Ukrainian commanders reported higher Russian casualties than new recruits in January.
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The TV show "The Traitors" is releasing Season 4, Episode 10 on Peacock on February 19, 2026. The episode will be available at 6 pm Pacific Time and 9 pm Eastern Time. A Peacock subscription is necessary to watch the show.
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"The Traitors" Season 4, Episode 10 will release on February 19, 2026.
The episode will premiere on Peacock streaming service.
Viewing times are set for 6 pm PT and 9 pm ET.
A subscription to Peacock is required to watch; prices start at $7.99 per month with ads.
The season will continue to release new episodes each Thursday through February 26, 2026.
The exact length of Episode 10 is not known yet, but recent episodes have been 68 to 70 minutes long.
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A dog named Freddy, who had been in a shelter for five years, was finally adopted thanks to the efforts of Sarah Baillie, who runs a rescue organization. Baillie cried tears of happiness and sadness while taking Freddy to meet his new family. Freddy had faced many challenges, but he ultimately found a loving home.
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Freddy is a dog who spent five years in a shelter before being adopted.
Sarah Baillie runs a rescue organization that helps dogs in Bosnia, Serbia, and the U.K.
Freddy was almost euthanized in a kill shelter before being rescued.
No one had come forward to adopt or foster Freddy for years.
Baillie fostered Freddy to help him find a permanent home.
Someone finally adopted Freddy, giving him a loving home.
Baillie became emotional while taking Freddy to meet his new family.
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Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has expressed regret for his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Barak maintained contact with Epstein even after his 2008 conviction, visiting his properties and meeting him personally, but claims he was unaware of the full extent of Epstein’s crimes until 2019. The ties between Epstein and Barak, along with Epstein's connections to Israel, have gained attention following the release of newly disclosed files.
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Ehud Barak, former Israeli Prime Minister, admitted regret over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Barak met Epstein introduced by former Israeli President Shimon Peres in 2003.
Epstein was convicted in 2008 for procuring a child for prostitution.
Barak maintained contact with Epstein after the conviction, staying at his home and visiting his island.
Barak claims he was unaware of the full scope of Epstein's crimes until 2019.
New documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice reveal more about Epstein's global connections, including with Israel.
Epstein had financial ties to Israeli groups, including the Friends of the IDF and the Jewish National Fund.
Barak's interview addressed his past comments on Israeli demographics and immigration.
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U.S. Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie took credit for the departure of Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem from DP World, following the release of emails linking him to Jeffrey Epstein. The emails were part of a Department of Justice investigation and included discussions about sensitive topics. This step is part of a broader effort to bring transparency to Epstein's connections with elite figures.
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Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem stepped down from his role at DP World.
Emails between Sulayem and Jeffrey Epstein were in the DOJ's Epstein investigation files.
The emails discussed sensitive subjects and showed their continued connection after Epstein's 2008 conviction.
Representatives Khanna and Massie had urged the DOJ to reveal Sulayem's name in redacted emails.
They also pushed for the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandates releasing investigation documents with limited redactions.
The DOJ has released about 3.5 million files related to Epstein to date.
The files reveal Epstein's connections with many high-profile individuals.
Appearing in the files does not indicate criminal wrongdoing.
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Investigators in Arizona are looking into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, a missing mother. The FBI has shared a description of a potential suspect and increased the reward for information to $100,000. Weather conditions may complicate the search for evidence.
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The FBI has doubled the reward for information to $100,000 related to Nancy Guthrie's case.
A male suspect is described as approximately 5’9” to 5’10” with an average build, seen carrying a specific type of backpack.
Local residents have been asked to share video footage from the time around Guthrie's disappearance.
Challenging weather with rain and thunderstorms might affect evidence recovery efforts.
Authorities continue their investigation without interruption despite the weather.
Security footage of Guthrie’s home has been recovered, raising questions about smart-home data and privacy.
Privacy concerns arise regarding how much data is stored by devices and services not under active subscription.
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The United States, led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, took steps to create a shortage of US dollars in Iran, which caused the Iranian currency, the rial, to drop sharply in value. This led to widespread protests in Iran, beginning in late December 2025. The Iranian government responded with a forceful crackdown on protestors.
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The US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US caused a dollar shortage in Iran.
The dollar shortage led to a sharp decline in the value of Iran's rial.
Protests started in Tehran on December 28, 2025, due to rising prices and economic strain.
The protests spread across Iran, resulting in a large antigovernment movement.
Over 6,800 protestors were reportedly killed by the Iranian government's crackdown.
The US used sanctions on Iranian oil and banking to create the dollar shortage.
Iran's reliance on oil exports means these sanctions severely impacted its economy.
Treasury Secretary Bessent said the strategy was part of President Trump's "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran.
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