Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies aged 84
Rev Jackson died on Tuesday surrounded by family, according to a statement posted online from the family.
Day: February 17, 2026
‘Extremely disrespectful’: What is the ‘Captain Durag’ controversy all about? Explained
Disney Jr.’s “Hey AJ!” introduced “Captain Durag,” a new superhero intended to celebrate Black culture, but the character has sparked controversy. Critics argue the portrayal leans into stereotypes, especially airing during Black History Month. The sho…
Activist shares how her own story inspired her to teach others self-defense
Activist and author Rana Abdelhamid is a black belt in karate and has been teaching self-defense for nearly 17 years. She speaks to “CBS Mornings” about how she was attacked as a teenager, why she says self-defense is more than physical and tips for wh…
American surfing legend Kurt Van Dyke killed in brutal home invasion
Kurt Van Dyke was found dead in his apartment Saturday. He was 66
French businesses face heavy losses after record flooding
Businesses in southwestern France are assessing heavy losses after record flooding submerged towns including Marmande, La Réole and Cadillac-sur-Garonne. Floodwaters rising above ten metres inundated shops, spas and restaurants, leaving owners facing …
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez says he asked the country’s prosecutor office to investigate X, TikTok, and Meta over the alleged “creation and dissemination” of CSAM (Macarena Munoz Montijano/Bloomberg)
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Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez says he asked the country’s prosecutor office to investigate X, TikTok, and Meta over the alleged “creation and dissemination” of CSAM — Spanish Prime Minist…
Indonesia to acquire first aircraft carrier from Italy in 2026: Report
The carrier, the Giuseppe Garibaldi, will be transferred to Indonesia by the Italian government as a grant.
French ice hockey chiefs ban player from Winter Olympics after gesture to crowds
French ice hockey chiefs on Tuesday threw defender Pierre Crinon out of the 2026 Winter Olympics for making an inappropriate gesture to fans after he was sent off for fighting during Sunday night’s 10-2 round robin defeat to Canada.
Malwarebytes brings Scam Guard to desktop with real-time scam protection
Malwarebytes has expanded the availability of its scam detection tool Scam Guard to desktop for both Windows and Mac. The free scam protection tool provides real-time feedback on scams, threats and malware alongside digital safety recommendations. Scam…
Putin, Women, Favours: Inside Epstein’s Russia Connections
Convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein sought to build ties with Russia’s political elite and appeared desperate to secure a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, files released by the US Department of Justice show.