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The Munich Security Conference addressed critical global issues, including the ongoing Ukraine war, European defense strategies, the United States' foreign policy stance, and China's international commitments.

The UN reports that over 6,000 people were killed in three days during an attack by a Sudanese paramilitary group in Sudan's Darfur region.

Iran is pursuing a nuclear agreement with the United States, citing potential mutual economic benefits for both countries.

The Nigerian Senate is set to reconvene for a sitting to discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026.

Police in Jhelum, Pakistan, have arrested a man accused of attacking cleric Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza.

An inside look at SAM 26000, the Air Force One plane that transported eight US presidents and famously carried JFK's body back from Dallas.

At the Munich Security Conference, Senator Marco Rubio outlined former President Trump's expectations for European allies, emphasizing their need to increase defense spending and shoulder more responsibility.

The Massachusetts auditor is taking legislative leaders to court to enforce a transparency law, following the alleged discovery of $12 million in fraud.

Senator Marco Rubio stated that the United States is pleased with the overall direction of events in Syria following a deal involving the YPG.

A shooting incident in Minnesota involving a Venezuelan man and ICE agents has drawn scrutiny, as video evidence reportedly contradicts official accounts provided by ICE.

Former Business Secretary Vince Cable has called for an investigation into Prince Andrew's time as a trade envoy, following reports that he allegedly shared a confidential Treasury document with a banking contact.

MacKenzie Scott has donated $26 billion over seven years, exceeding the lifetime giving of her ex-husband Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk. Her significant contributions highlight her prominent role in global philanthropy.

Chinese automaker Xiaomi's YU7 SUV has reportedly surpassed Tesla's Model Y in China sales for January, highlighting increasing competition in the electric vehicle market.

A market in Kano, Nigeria, has been ravaged by fire once more, leading to substantial losses for traders and hindering firefighter operations due to poor access roads.

Germany assesses the impact of China's industrial expansion, while China's EV market grows in South America, and the US seeks to counter China's dominance in rare earth minerals.

Germany's Ifo business barometer showed little momentum in January, with confidence in the service sector dipping and overall predictions for improvement unmet.

Disney has sent a cease-and-desist letter to ByteDance regarding its Seedance 2.0 AI model, which produced AI versions of Disney characters, sparking a copyright dispute.

An article raises questions about the financial future of quantum computing stocks, exploring the possibility of their value declining to zero.

An article provides advice on achieving decades of passive income by investing in and holding index funds indefinitely, focusing on long-term investment strategies.

Morgan Stanley has highlighted a significant, previously overlooked $45 billion investment opportunity within the cybersecurity sector, signaling potential growth for investors.

An analysis details a significant recent event for Nvidia stock, discussing its historical context and potential future outcomes.

Exchanges in China are struggling to manage a surge in retail speculation as metals become the country's most popular trade, leading to concerns about market stability.

Investment articles are highlighting specific Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) as smart buys, noting their strong historical gains and potential to outperform market benchmarks like the S&P 500.

A Kansas woman, Summer Heather Worden, was sentenced to three months in prison for falsely accusing her estranged NASA astronaut spouse, Anne McClain, of committing a crime while on the International Space Station.

An article delves into the unique biological and engineering properties of the hagfish, highlighting its remarkable slime production and other adaptations.

The artist known as Kanye West issued an apology for his past antisemitic comments, attributing his behavior to bipolar disorder and a loss of touch with reality.

Once dubbed the 'love drug' for its perceived ability to enhance trust and emotional connection, new insights suggest the truth about oxytocin's effects is more nuanced.

A new World Health Organization study reveals that over 7 million cancer cases in 2022 were preventable, with nearly 40% linked to modifiable risk factors like smoking, infections, and alcohol.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's reelection campaign faces challenges amid scandals involving child abuse in a juvenile facility, environmental concerns from a battery factory, and an alleged sex video.

Samer Tawk, Lebanon's first Winter Olympian in cross-country skiing, shares his journey from a critical health condition to returning to the sport.

RB Leipzig's aspirations for Champions League qualification suffer a setback after a 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga, secured by a late equalizer.

Despite achieving their highest-ever finish at the state duals, New Lexington's coach David Ratliff believes the team could have accomplished more.

Arsenal smashed home four goals inside the first 30 minutes and then cruised to victory against third-tier Wigan.

Texas A&M's men's basketball team holds its position in the NET rankings even after suffering a fourth consecutive loss, this time to Vanderbilt.

Rangers closed the gap on league leaders Hearts, coming from behind to secure a 4-2 win, highlighted by Youssef Chermiti's first career hat-trick.

Actor Ted Levine has expressed regret over his portrayal of Buffalo Bill in 'Silence of the Lambs,' acknowledging that the character 'vilified' the transgender community and calling it 'f---ing wrong' decades after the film's release.

Former UFC fighter Cain Velasquez has been paroled after serving 10 months in prison, following years of legal battles.

Georgia authorities are searching for a woman accused of stealing a school bus from an elementary school parking lot. She reportedly drove the bus 40 miles before abandoning it in another county.

American-born athlete Eileen Gu, who competes for China, is facing political outrage, with commentary suggesting her actions are a strategic move for 'Eileen Gu, Inc.'

An incomplete interview snippet touches upon a couple, Nikki and her husband, who have three biracial children.

A columnist shares their experience helping their mother downsize, prompting a realization about their own accumulated belongings and the emotional challenges of decluttering family heirlooms.