First day of Russia-Ukraine peace talks ends in Geneva
Negotiations will continue on Wednesday, but expectations for a breakthrough on ending the war are low.
Day: February 17, 2026
EU opens investigation into Shein over sale of childlike sex dolls
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Another country launches investigation into Elon Musk’s Grok
Elon Musk’s social media platform is under investigation by multiple authorities
First Thing: Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, dies aged 84
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India’s UN Role of enormous importance for the World Body – António Guterres
By R Anil Kumar India’s permanent contribution to agenda of world community is of enormous importance for us: Antonio Guterres ‘And also interres human rights as a democratic country in a world where, unfortunately, we see democracy in trou…
Ukrainian forces hit oil refinery in Russia and disrupt logistics in Donetsk Oblast, says Kyiv
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Shein faces EU investigation over illegal products and addictive design features
EU regulators are investigating Shein over illegal products and an allegedly addictive app design under the bloc’s Digital Services Act.
Russia on fire as 10 explosions rattle homes surrounding major oil refinery
On February 17, some Russian residents woke up to a scene of flames.
Shein faces EU investigation over illegal products and addictive design features
European Union regulators are investigating Shein over concerns the online retailer hasn’t done enough to limit the sale of illegal products or protect users from the platform’s allegedly addictive design.
UK activist investor Palliser says Toto, Japan’s largest toilet maker, is an “undervalued and overlooked” AI play due to its “advanced ceramics” used in chips (David Keohane/Financial Times)
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UK activist investor Palliser says Toto, Japan’s largest toilet maker, is an “undervalued and overlooked” AI play due to its “advanced ceramics” used in chips — Toto should ma…