World Regions - Page 166

February 16

Paris police raid Arab World Institute in connection with Epstein investigation

French authorities searched the headquarters for the Arab World Institute in relation to a Jeffrey Epstein investigation on Monday.

February 16

California surfer murdered in apparent robbery at his home in Costa Rica: reports

An expat hotel owner was killed at his home in Costa Rica over the weekend. Local reports say that two suspects fled after reportedly stealing valuables.

February 16

UK, German defense officials defend military buildup under Russian threats

The defense chiefs of the U.K. and Germany made the case for strengthening the continent's military power to protect against any Russian aggression.

February 16

China’s grip on global shipbuilding sparks Trump maritime action plan aimed at reviving US industry

Trump administration unveils plan to reclaim U.S. maritime dominance as China controls global ship production and 99% of trade moves on foreign ships.

February 16

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi makes new appeal to Trump to weaken ayatollah's regime as killing continues

Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi appeals to Trump for "humanitarian intervention" in Iran, calling for urgent international action against the regime.

February 16

Tennis player claims sport's culture is 'racist' in scathing social media post

Australian tennis player Destanee Aiava issued a "f--- you" statement to the sport on Saturday as she announced the 2026 season will be her last year.

February 16

Rubio seals civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Hungary

Secretary of State Marco Rubio inked a nuclear cooperation agreement involving the U.S. and Hungary, hailing the countries' close relationship.

February 16

Australia Hanukkah terror attack suspect seen for first time in prison

Naveed Akram appeared via video link in a Sydney court as a suppression order protecting the names of some victims was extended.

February 16

Olympic ski jumper disqualified from event over boot size

Austrian ski jumper Daniel Tschofenig was disqualified from the finals of the long hill event on Sunday after his boots were measured to be too long.

February 16

Taiwan 'will not escalate, but will not yield' to Chinese intimidation, foreign minister warns

Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung warns China's military expansion threatens global stability and semiconductor supply chains, with 90% of advanced chips produced in Taiwan.