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February 3, 2026

Two convicted of terrorism in Denmark for grenade attack near Israeli Embassy

Two Swedish men convicted of terrorism for throwing hand grenades near Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen. One was sentenced to 12 years and the other to 14.

February 3, 2026

Iran pushes for Friday nuclear talks in Oman amid rising tensions with US forces: source

Iran requests nuclear talks with the U.S. in Oman as diplomatic efforts intensify amid escalating regional tensions and military buildup in the Middle East.

February 3, 2026

Iran's president strikes softer tone on nuclear talks after Trump's warning that 'bad things would happen'

The Iranian leader who slammed President Donald Trump just days ago said Tuesday that his country is now pursing "fair and equitable negotiations."

February 3, 2026

Katie Uhlaender reacts to court's ruling on Olympic bid, fires back at Canada's coach

Olympic hopeful Katie Uhlaender reacted on Tuesday after the CAS ruled that it had no jurisdiction to make a ruling on its case against Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton.

February 3, 2026

Russia launches record missile barrage against Ukraine one day before peace talks set to resume in Abu Dhabi

Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine using more than 70 missiles and 450 drones, Zelenskyy said, one day before peace talks resume in Abu Dhabi.

February 3, 2026

US military shoots down Iranian drone approaching USS Abraham Lincoln in Arabian Sea, official says

The U.S. military shot down an Iranian drone after it "aggressively approached a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier with unclear intent," a CENTCOM spokesman said.

February 3, 2026

UK govt-backed review says Britain’s national parks feel ‘white’ and unwelcoming

Britain's countryside authorities launch new outreach programs targeting ethnic minorities after review finds rural areas perceived as "white" spaces.

February 3, 2026

South American leader defies Trump's ‘Donroe Doctrine’ in bold China pivot toward Xi

Uruguayan President Orsi reportedly defies Trump's "Donroe Doctrine" by signing key trade deals with China's Xi Jinping in historic Beijing meeting.

February 3, 2026

Team USA names flag bearers for 2026 Winter Olympics

Team USA announced that speedskater Erin Jackson and bobsledder Frank Del Duca will carry the American flag at the Milan Cortina Olympics opening ceremony.

February 3, 2026

Mysterious cherub face pops up at sacred tourist site as officials launch investigation

Controversy erupts over a restored fresco in Rome's Basilica of San Lorenzo showing a cherub that reportedly looks like Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Officials are investigating.