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…
UN calls for 52-day pause in global wars ahead of Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
UN truce resolutions typically pass with broad majorities and received all 193 votes for the London Games in 2012. Yet signatories have repeatedly broken their own promises. Read More
Munich Security Conference: Rubio to give speech as leaders gather
Follow our live blog as we bring you updates for three days of talks on global security, war in Ukraine and the future of transatlantic relations. Read More
In upcoming elections, Republicans have a Texas problem — and so do Democrats
With less than nine months until the midterm elections, Donald Trump’s party is in trouble. The president’s policies and actions are unpopular, Republicans keep losing special elections, and now even…