Von der Leyen rebukes NATO chief over ‘no security without US’, calls for European mutual defence
Von der Leyen pushed back on comments made by NATO chief Rutte suggesting Europe cannot guarantee its security without the United States. The Commission President said the picture is more…
Munich Security Conference: Rubio calls on Europe to save the West in alignment with the US
US Secretary of State says America and Europe share roots and a common destiny but warns a decline in economic and cultural terms must be reversed. In a more diplomatic…
Massive Russian drone and missile attacks kill five Ukranians right before Munich summit
In Munich, leaders are discussing a “June deadline” for peace ahead of trilateral talks in Geneva on Tuesday. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | February 14th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 14th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Israel ex-PM says he regrets knowing Epstein after released files detail their long friendship
Barak said he never observed or took part in any inappropriate behaviour, and even though he was aware of the earlier Epstein case, he assumed Epstein had paid his debt…
US Southern Command sinks new boat, kills 3 near Venezuela
The US military on Friday said it ‘eliminated’ a vessel allegedly linked to drug trafficking in Caribbean waters, killing three of the vessel’s crew members. Read more at Read More
Eat like an Olympian: what athletes need to eat during the Games and how nutrition helps performance
During the Winter Olympic Games, thousands of athletes have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the facilities. What are they eating, and what role does nutrition play in the competition? Read…
Turkey: Unusual footage shows water buffaloes soaking in hot springs
In eastern Bitlis, farmers lead water buffaloes and horses into 40-degree Budakli thermal springs to bathe, heal and keep milk quality high during sub-zero winter temperatures. Read more at Read…
Brazil’s iconic carnival opens in Rio with Carmelitas street party
Rio’s Carmelitas parade draws thousands to Santa Teresa, with samba, costumed revellers and a nod to a runaway nun legend. Read more at Read More
Change in power in Iran ‘would be the best thing that could happen’, Trump says
The remarks came shortly after Trump confirmed that he was sending a second aircraft carrier group to the Middle East and after he spoke with troops at Ft. Bragg, North…