World Regions - Page 64

February 24

Russian ‘dark fleet’ tanker believed to be delivering oil to Cuba, detected off US coast amid Trump ban

Russian oil tanker allegedly bound for Cuba engaged in deceptive shipping practices including signal manipulation and offshore cargo transfer, according to maritime intelligence firm Windward.

February 24

Mexico says Jalisco security situation 'stabilized,' flights resuming after Americans stranded

Mexico reports Jalisco security stabilized after cartel violence following kingpin "El Mencho's" reported death, with flights resuming to Puerto Vallarta.

February 24

Former NFL star Joe Haden speaks out from Mexico, hopes to return to US amid cartel violence

Joe Haden cut a podcast appearance short a unrest continues in Mexico. The former Steelers cornerback said he's seeking an urgent return to the U.S.

February 24

'The View' hammers BBC for not censoring racial slur at BAFTAs, despite editing 'Free Palestine' comments

Sunny Hostin accuses BBC of censoring a "Free Palestine" speech from BAFTA broadcast while allowing racial slur from audience member with Tourette syndrome to air unedited.

February 24

Hockey officials reject Canadian coach's complaints of 3-on-3 overtime rules after Olympic loss

While Team Canada coach Jon Cooper slammed the Olympics' three-on-three overtime format, the IIHF president said the rules are staying put after Team USA's gold-medal victory.

February 24

Troops reinforce Puerto Vallarta as unrest shows signs of easing following El Mencho’s death

Mexico's Navy deploys 103 Marines and tactical vehicles to Jalisco after cartel leader "El Mencho" killed, as authorities brace for prolonged violence and power struggles.

February 24

Iran’s shadowy chemical weapons program draws scrutiny as reports allege use against protesters

The Foundation for Defense of Democracies warns Iran's alleged chemical weapons program poses growing threat as U.S. increases military presence in region.

February 24

Former NFL star says 'insufferable' Eileen Gu was given easy questions throughout Olympics

Boomer Esiason blasted U.S.-born skier Eileen Gu for representing China and taking millions in payments, saying her interviews were arrogant despite her Olympic victories.

February 24

US, France move to steady ties after Paris restricts ambassador's access

U.S. and France are working to repair a diplomatic crisis after U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner's access was restricted over social media posts about an activist's death.

February 24

American trapped at luxury resort in Mexico told 'no one's leaving' by hotel staff

A Wisconsin tourist shared her experiences of being stranded at Mexico's Punta Mita luxury resort region as cartel violence shuts down airports across the Mexico coast.