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February 12

Finnish ski jumping coach Igor Medved ousted from Olympics over team rule violation

Finnish ski jumping coach Igor Medved was sent home from the Olympics over an alcohol-related issue described as a violation of team conduct rules.

February 12

‘The Five’: Why won’t Democrats take the win here?

‘The Five’ co-hosts discuss ‘border czar’ Tom Homan’s announcement that the I.C.E. surge in Minnesota is coming to an end.

February 12

Ireland agrees to play Israel in Nations League despite previously calling for ban over Gaza war

The Football Association of Ireland approved a motion in November calling for Israel's banishment from UEFA, citing the Gaza war, but it now faces the team in Nations League Group B3.

February 12

DOT closes major commercial trucking loophole blamed for illegal immigrants causing fatal crashes

DOT has closed a safety loophole after fatal crashes involving unqualified commercial truck drivers, ending licenses for those with unverified histories.

February 12

CNN host Kaitlan Collins reveals Karoline Leavitt defended her press access in Saudi Arabia

CNN's Kaitlan Collins revealed Wednesday that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended her press access during a presidential trip to Saudi Arabia.

February 12

Uproar after Iran named vice-chair of UN body promoting democracy, women’s rights

Iran's appointment as vice-chair of UN Commission for Social Development faces sharp criticism from human rights advocates and Iranian activists calling it a 'mockery'.

February 12

Savannah Guthrie releases EMOTIONAL new video

NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie has released a new video of her mother Nancy Guthrie as the investigation into her disappearance enters day 12.

February 12

American skiers rescued after getting lost near Olympic venue in the Italian Alps

Two American skiers were rescued near an Olympic venue in Livigno after getting lost backcountry skiing. Thermal imaging drones helped locate the men on Tuesday night.

February 12

US lawmakers warn Taiwan to ‘meet the moment’ as China stages invasion-style drills

Bipartisan U.S. lawmakers warn Taiwan's political gridlock over defense spending could undermine deterrence as China escalates military pressure.

February 12

Iran elected vice-chair of UN social development commission

The Islamic Republic secured the post without objection, as the commission prepares to focus on democracy, gender equality, tolerance and non-violence. Chair: “I hear no objection" (Credit: UNTV)