World Regions - Page 105

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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

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

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

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.

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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

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.

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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.

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Senate GOP warns Chinese vapes could be used by CCP to spy on Americans, launder cartel cash

Several Senate Republicans warned that Chinese e-cigarettes flooding U.S. markets could be spying devices used for surveillance or money laundering fronts for Mexican cartels.

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Australian teen swims 2.5 miles for hours to save family swept out to sea

Teen hero swims 2.5 miles through rough seas to save family swept away by winds off Australia. Police praised the 13-year-old boy's courage.

February 3

The Donroe Doctrine: Trump is rewriting power politics to put America First

Trump's 2026 National Defense Strategy identifies China as the pacing threat while demanding NATO allies increase defense spending to counter adversaries.