World • 04:57
Venezuela's acting president signs amnesty law that could release hundreds of political detainees
The law reverses decades of government denials about holding political prisoners, following last month's U.S. military operation in Caracas.
Accident • Feb/18
Six skiers rescued, nine still missing after avalanche near Lake Tahoe
Technology • Feb/18
Zuckerberg testifies in landmark U.S. trial over social media addiction
Politics • Feb/18
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte announces 2028 presidential bid
Entertainment • Feb/18
AI-generated video of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting sparks copyright alarm in Hollywood
Italian comedian Fiorello replied to Andrea Pucci's sarcastic remarks about an imitation performed on Rai Radio 2, delivering a musical monologue on Thursday's broadcast.
Politics • 04:58
Trump directs government to release files on UFOs and aliens
President Trump announced he is ordering the Pentagon and other agencies to release files on extraterrestrial life and unidentified aerial phenomena, citing public interest.
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Kim Jong Un hails 'radical successes' at North Korea's key party congress
North Korea's leader opened the Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party, held once every five years, praising achievements over the past five years.
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Middle East
Committee to Protect Journalists documents torture of Palestinian journalists in Israeli custody
A CPJ report details abuse allegations from 59 Palestinian journalists detained by Israel since October 2023, with 30 still held and 48 never charged.
Crime
Prince Andrew arrested in connection with Epstein scandal, marking first royal custody in modern era
The former prince's arrest on misconduct in public office charges represents an unprecedented moment for the British monarchy in recent history.
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Argentina
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Feb/17
Argentina's main labor union calls general strike against Milei's labor reform
The CGT has convoked a 24-hour national strike for the day the Chamber of Deputies debates the president's labor bill, already approved by the Senate.
Sports
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Feb/16
Tyler Reddick wins Daytona 500 in Michael Jordan-owned car
Reddick secured 23XI Racing's first Daytona 500 victory on the final lap, with Jordan celebrating as co-owner after a dramatic finish.
Perú
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Feb/16
Cuba faces deepening crisis as government announces emergency measures
Cuban President Miguel DÃaz-Canel announced reduced work weeks, fuel rationing, and remote work policies amid acute shortages and viral outbreaks.
Italy
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Feb/16
Thousands protest in Italy against sexual violence bill over consent definition
Feminist groups and anti-violence centers across Italy demonstrated against the Bongiorno bill, objecting to a shift from "absence of consent" to "proof of dissent" in rape law.
Sports
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Feb/16
Colombian rider Sebastián HolguÃn wins Red Bull ValparaÃso Cerro Abajo 2026
The 20-year-old Colombian claimed his first victory in the urban downhill race with a time of 2:15.432, finishing ahead of France's Adrien Loron and Chile's Felipe Agurto.
Technology
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Feb/16
ByteDance to rein in AI video tool after Disney legal threat
ByteDance said Monday it will strengthen safeguards for its Seedance AI video generator after Disney threatened legal action over unauthorized use of copyrighted characters.
Technology
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Feb/16
ByteDance to restrict AI video tool after Disney legal threat
ByteDance said Monday it will strengthen safeguards on its Seedance AI tool after Disney threatened legal action over unauthorized use of copyrighted characters.
Football
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Feb/16
Neymar returns from 70-day injury layoff, records assist in Santos' 6-0 win
The Brazilian forward played 45 minutes in his first match since undergoing left knee arthroscopy surgery in December, setting up a goal despite a late sliding challenge.
Middle East
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Feb/16
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 12 Palestinians in Gaza as both sides accuse each other of ceasefire violations
Palestinian civil defence reported at least 12 deaths across Gaza on Sunday. Israel said it responded to Hamas breaches of the October truce.
Middle East
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Feb/15
Over 200,000 protesters march in Munich against Iran's Islamic Republic
Demonstrators gathered near the Munich Security Conference on Saturday, the largest anti-regime protest in Europe, as exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi addressed supporters.
Middle East
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Feb/15
US conducts retaliatory airstrikes against ISIS targets across Syria
American military aircraft struck more than 30 ISIS positions in Syria between early and mid-February, killing or capturing approximately 50 militants.
Sports
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Feb/15
Lindsey Vonn cleared to return to U.S. after fourth surgery following Olympic crash
The 41-year-old American skier underwent successful surgery Saturday and will head home to continue treatment for her broken left leg.