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Friday, 20 February 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 21:25 CST
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A fragile freedom for Venezuela’s released political prisoners

Venezuela's new government has released hundreds of political detainees. But does that mean freedom?

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Residents in northern Lebanon terrified their buildings will collapse

Residents say they’re scared for their own homes after a deadly building collapse in northern Lebanon.

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Trump tariffs live: US Supreme Court rules against sweeping global tariffs

Supreme Court says Trump did not have authority to enact tariffs under law meant for national emergencies.

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In Gaza, Trump’s Board of Peace met with deep scepticism, little hope

In war-ravaged Gaza, residents question whether Trump's Board of Peace will deliver real security.

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US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s global tariffs

The decision is a significant loss to US President Trump on an issue that has been critical for his economic agenda.

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UN emergency food aid in Somalia may halt by April amid severe hunger

Families in Somalia pushed to the brink amid severe hunger; urgent food aid needed to avert worsening conditions.

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Ukraine to boycott Paralympic Games ceremony due to Russian participation

The International Paralympic Committee has allocated 10 combined slots to Russian and Belarusian athletes.

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Ukraine’s patience with US peace push wears thin as Russia skirts pressure

The US is putting too much pressure on Kyiv and not enough on Moscow, says Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after more failed talks.

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A timeline of British royal sagas and scandals down the decades

Former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in Epstein scandal.

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Israeli forces harass Al Jazeera reporter, journalists

Israeli forces blocked Al Jazeera and other networks as they filmed Palestinians waiting to go to the Al Aqsa Mosque.

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Thai police disguised in dancing lion costume arrest wanted man

Thai police disguised themselves in a ceremonial lion costume to catch a man wanted for burglary.

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RSF killings in Sudan bear signs of genocide, UN says

The UN says mass killings by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher carry the hallmarks of genocide.

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No Ramadan joy, respite for families in Gaza City destroyed by Israel

Nisreen Nassar and her family, like many other Palestinians, continue to live in schools and makeshift shelters.

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Ali Akbar, who's sold newspapers on the streets of Paris for 50 years, is now a knight

For decades, Ali Akbar has sold papers on the Left Bank of Paris. Last month, France gave the beloved 73-year-old immigrant from Pakistan one of its highest honors — and his neighborhood is cheering.

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Second U.S. carrier nears Middle East, as Trump pressures Iran to make a deal

A second American aircraft carrier moved closer to the Middle East Thursday, as President Trump remains noncommittal about whether he'll use force against Iran.

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