World Regions - Page 202

February 19, 2026

Bitter rivals clash as US women's hockey eyes Olympic gold medal in final against defending champion Canada

Team USA is set to face Canada for the Olympic women's hockey gold medal after dominating opponents with a 31-1 scoring differential, including a 5-0 win over its rival.

February 19, 2026

South Korean court rules ex‑President Yoon Suk Yeol guilty in insurrection trial

South Korean court sentences former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison for leading insurrection after he declared martial law in December 2024.

February 18, 2026

Iranian regime seems to be 'very dug in' on talks with US: Ben Domenech

A 'Special Report' All-Star panel analyzes where the U.S.-Iran talks stand and more.

February 18, 2026

Eileen Gu's interaction with reporter over winning silver instead of gold goes viral: ‘Ridiculous perspective’

Eileen Gu responded to a reporter's question about winning silver medals instead of gold at Milan Cortina Olympics, calling the perspective "ridiculous" in a viral exchange.

February 18, 2026

City-run board cancels lease of Israel drone supplier, sparking backlash toward Mamdani: 'Ludicrous'

Six weeks into his term, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani draws criticism after the city-controlled Navy Yard ends a lease with a drone manufacturer serving Israel's military.

February 18, 2026

Fake police officers kidnapping Americans in Haiti, sparking renewed strong travel warning

Kidnappers posing as police officers are reportedly targeting victims in Haiti's capital as ransom abductions spike in Port-au-Prince's Delmas area.

February 18, 2026

Rubio holding secret talks with Raul Castro’s grandson over Cuba’s future: report

Marco Rubio reportedly held secret talks with Raul Castro's grandson as Cuba faces collapse and the Trump administration discusses regime change options.

February 18, 2026

House Republicans threaten to force Russia sanctions vote after giving leadership 'one last chance'

House Republican Reps. Don Bacon and Brian Fitzpatrick plan a possible discharge petition to force a vote on Russia sanctions for the Ukraine war, citing an urgent need for action.

February 18, 2026

World's largest aircraft carrier heads to Middle East as Iran nuclear tensions spike dramatically

USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group heads to Middle East as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate, joining USS Abraham Lincoln already deployed in region.

February 18, 2026

Russia gets Paralympic slots under national flag; Ukraine officials boycott over 'outrageous decision'

Ukrainian officials announced a boycott of the Paralympic Games after Russia and Belarus were awarded slots to compete under their national flags, sparking international controversy.