Sanremo • 12:19
Sal Da Vinci wins Sanremo 2026 with "Per Sempre Sì"
Neapolitan singer-songwriter Sal Da Vinci claimed victory at the 76th Sanremo Festival, with rapper Sayf finishing second and Ditonellapiaga third.
A direct hit on a residential area near Jerusalem left 28 others injured, marking Israel's highest casualty toll since the conflict began.
Middle East • 12:07
Three US service members killed in Operation Epic Fury against Iran
The Pentagon announced the first American combat deaths since joint US-Israeli strikes began Saturday, with five others seriously wounded.
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Middle East
Iran claims missile strike on USS Abraham Lincoln; Pentagon denies hit
Iranian Revolutionary Guards said they struck the U.S. carrier with four ballistic missiles in the Gulf after Supreme Leader Khamenei's death; U.S. Central Command rejected the claim.
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Middle East
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes, Israeli officials say
Israeli officials claim Khamenei's body was found in his residence after Saturday's joint US-Israeli attack. Iran's state media denies the report.
New York
NYPD increases patrols across New York City following U.S. strikes on Iran
Police enhance security at sensitive sites including the United Nations and religious institutions as officials monitor potential repercussions.
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Sanremo
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Feb/25
Sanremo Festival opens with tribute to Pippo Baudo; Conti hosts fifth edition
The 76th Sanremo Festival began Tuesday with Carlo Conti as host for the fifth time, Laura Pausini making her conducting debut, and Turkish actor Can Yaman co-hosting the opening night.
Football
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Feb/25
Kylian Mbappe a serious doubt for Real Madrid's Champions League playoff against Benfica
The French striker is unlikely to feature Wednesday due to ongoing left knee discomfort sustained since December.
Football
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Feb/25
Carlo Ancelotti's contract renewal with Brazil's national team nears completion
CBF president says Italian coach's new deal awaits only bureaucratic and legal adjustments before signing, extending through 2030 World Cup.
New York
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Feb/23
New York City mayor declares travel ban as historic blizzard approaches
Mayor Zohran Mamdani ordered a citywide travel ban and state of emergency Sunday as up to 24 inches of snow threatens the five boroughs.
Middle East
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Feb/21
Israeli strikes kill at least 12 in Lebanon, including senior Hezbollah official
Air attacks on Bekaa Valley and Palestinian refugee camp mark deadliest day since November 2024 ceasefire ended.
U.S.
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Feb/21
U.S. fighter jets escort Russian military aircraft out of Alaska's air defense zone
NORAD detected two Tu-95 bombers, two Su-35 fighters, and an A-50 spy plane operating in Alaska's ADIZ on February 19.
Politics
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Feb/20
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.
World
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Feb/20
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.
World
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Feb/20
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.
Middle East
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Feb/20
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.
Entertainment
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Feb/19
Fiorello responds to Pucci's criticism over radio imitation with song-style monologue
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.
Crime
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Feb/19
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.