Four years of war in Ukraine: Childhood has ‘moved underground’, displacement continues – UN humanitarians

Four years of war in Ukraine: Childhood has ‘moved underground’, displacement continues – UN humanitarians

Speaking to reporters from a basement in Kherson, UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) representative in Ukraine Munir Mammadzade said that the frontline city remains “under constant fire,” with daily attacks destroying homes and critical infrastructure, as well as the services that children and families rely on. “I have been constantly hearing artillery shelling,” he said, speaking…

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‘Canada can broker a bridge,’ Carney says on new trading bloc efforts – National

‘Canada can broker a bridge,’ Carney says on new trading bloc efforts – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said “Canada can play a role” in efforts to explore a trading bloc with the European Union and members of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). This is a response to a recent report from Politico suggesting Canada is “spearheading” talks…

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Okanagan parents fear new funding model will hurt children on autism spectrum

Okanagan parents fear new funding model will hurt children on autism spectrum

Sarah Balkenhol is deeply concerned about a new funding model and what it will mean for two of her four children on the autism spectrum. “Regression is very common in autism,” Balkenhol said.  “There will be negative consequences for many families.” The West Kelowna, B.C., mom says under the new “needs-based model,” therapy funding for…

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U.S. surfer Kurt Van Dyke found dead in Costa Rica in apparent robbery – National

U.S. surfer Kurt Van Dyke found dead in Costa Rica in apparent robbery – National

American surfer Kurt Van Dyke was found dead after an apparent home invasion in Costa Rica, according to authorities. Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) received a report Saturday morning about the death of Van Dyke, a 66-year-old California native, according to Costa Rican outlet CR Hoy. The preliminary report details that Van Dyke’s body…

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Iran’s Foreign Minister says agreed with U.S. ‘guiding principles’ for deal

Iran’s Foreign Minister says agreed with U.S. ‘guiding principles’ for deal

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. File | Photo Credit: AP Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tuesday (February 17, 2026) the latest talks with the United States saw them agree on “a set of guiding principles” that would pave the way for a deal. “Ultimately, we were able to reach broad agreement on a set…

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Rhode Island shooter Robert Dorgan’s father-in-law threatened to have him murdered by ‘Asian street gang’ over gender transition

Rhode Island shooter Robert Dorgan’s father-in-law threatened to have him murdered by ‘Asian street gang’ over gender transition

👉 Visit the Official SleepLean Website Court documents reveal that the father-in-law of Rhode Island gunman Robert Dorgan once allegedly threatened to have him killed after he underwent gender reassignment surgery.56-year-old Dorgan, who went by the name ‘Roberta Esposito’, opened fire at a youth hockey game at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket on…

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Iran partially closes Strait of Hormuz amid U.S. nuclear talks

Iran partially closes Strait of Hormuz amid U.S. nuclear talks

Iranian Navy soldiers at an armed speed boat in Persian Gulf near the strait of Hormuz about 1320km (820 miles) south of Tehran, April 30, 2019. Morteza Nikoubazl | Nurphoto | Getty Images Iran partially closed the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, state media reported, citing “security precautions” as Tehran’s Revolutionary Guards conduct…

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Japanese stocks are on a record-breaking spree. But the rally may be ‘fragile’

Japanese stocks are on a record-breaking spree. But the rally may be ‘fragile’

Aerial view of Mt. Fuji, Tokyo Tower and modern skyscrapers in Tokyo on a sunny day. Yongyuan | E+ | Getty Images Japanese stocks extended their rally, hitting another record high on Thursday, lifted by renewed confidence in domestic politics and the ruling administration’s economic agenda. However, experts warn of a disconnect between the stock…

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India discussing age-based restrictions social media curbs: Minister

India discussing age-based restrictions social media curbs: Minister

Indian IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw takes questions from reporters at the AI Impact Summit on Feb. 17, 2026. Arjun Kharpal | CNBC NEW DELHI — India is discussing age-based restrictions with social media companies, Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday. 👉 Visit the Official SleepLean Website “This is something which has now been…

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Jesse Jackson dead at 84

Jesse Jackson dead at 84

Civil rights activist Jesse Jackson Sr yells and gestures during a campaign speech, 1988. Afro Newspaper/Gado | Archive Photos | Getty Images The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights icon, Baptist minister and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, died Tuesday at age 84. The Jackson family confirmed his passing in a statement on Tuesday morning. The…

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