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New York Times - Front PageFeb 19, 2026
How Trump Is Making Sure His Ballroom Plans Sail Through
President Trump has installed allies — including his former receptionist — on the boards and commissions tasked with overseeing the project.

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MORNING GLORY: What will President Donald Trump decide to do with Iran? (Fox News)
Grandmother tells Trump critics to 'get off the man's back' during White House Black History Month event (Fox News)

NPR U.S. NewsFeb 19, 2026
Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies support for proposed tax on billionaires in California
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., is in California trying to drum up support for a ballot measure asking for a tax on billionaires.

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Bernie Sanders Urges Support of California Billionaire Tax at Los Angeles Rally (New York Times - Front Page)

Chicago Sun-Times NewsFeb 19, 2026
Chicago police officer ‘inadvertently' fired Taser a year before fatally shooting his partner


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Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office: reports (NPR U.S. News)

Yahoo NewsFeb 19, 2026
UK police arrest King Charles' brother Andrew, BBC reports


NY Post National NewsFeb 19, 2026
Nancy Guthrie reward more than doubles to $202K on 19th day of search
The 84-year-old mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is believed to have been kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona while she slept during the early morning hours of Feb. 1.

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Sheriff Chris Nanos accused of turning Nancy Guthrie case into bungling ego trip — and FBI is desperate to take over (NY Post National News)

New York Times - Front PageFeb 19, 2026
An A.I. Fight at the Pentagon, and BBC Says Former Prince Andrew Is Arrested Over Epstein Ties
Plus, a lifesaving phone feature.

NPR U.S. NewsFeb 19, 2026
Former South Korean President Yoon sentenced to life for imposing martial law
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison Thursday for imposing martial law to suppress the opposition in December 2024.

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South Korean court rules ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol guilty in insurrection trial (Fox News)

NY Post National NewsFeb 19, 2026
Pima County Sheriff's office at center of Nancy Guthrie case spotlighted on new TV show ‘Desert Law'
The series "Desert Law" premiered on A&E in early January and offers "elite access to one of the largest sheriff's departments in America" by showcasing the day-to-day work of Arizona deputies.

New York Times - Front PageFeb 19, 2026
The Best Moments So Far at the Winter Olympics
Three writers and an Olympic medalist on the grit and grace of the winter games.

New York Times - Front PageFeb 19, 2026
In Devastated Gaza, Grandiose Peace Plans Clash With Reality
Israeli strikes on Gaza have killed about 600 people since a cease-fire began, according to health officials in the territory. Many displaced Palestinians are still living in tents. And there are some 60 million tons of war debris to be cleared.

NPR U.S. NewsFeb 19, 2026
Winter Olympics helps boost interest in curling in the US
Every four years, the Winter Olympics help curling clubs in the U.S. recruit new members.

NPR U.S. NewsFeb 19, 2026
Trump administration balances Ukraine talks and Russia deal prospects
The U.S. concluded another round of talks to end the war in Ukraine as the White House pressured Ukraine while exploring potential business opportunities with Russia amid a reported economic proposal.

New York Times - Front PageFeb 19, 2026
After Avalanche Warnings, a Sierra Nevada Tragedy
Eight skiers were killed and one other was presumed dead in the deadliest snow disaster in modern California history. Six were found alive.

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What to Know About the Lake Tahoe Avalanche That Killed 8 Skiers (New York Times - Front Page)
First photo from site of deadly Lake Tahoe avalanche — as rescuer speaks out from snowed in huts (NY Post National News)

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 19, 2026
JPMorgan in talks to be banker for Trump's Board of Peace - Financial Times
JPMorgan in talks to be banker for Trump's Board of Peace  Financial TimesJPMorgan in talks to bank for Trump's Board of Peace, FT says  Yahoo FinanceJPMorgan in talks to bank for Trump's Board of Peace - FT  marketscreener.comJPMorgan reportedly in talks to handle banking for Gaza Board of Peace  Türkiye TodayJPMorgan in talks to bank Trump's Board of Peace  Latest news from Azerbaijan

NY Post National NewsFeb 19, 2026
Legendary rock band U2 invokes Renee Nicole Good in ‘American Obituary'
Irish rock band U2 invoked Renee Nicole Good - the anti-ICE agitator gunned down by federal agents in Minnesota last month - in their new song "American Obituary," while calling for a "rise against the people of the lie."

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February 18, 2026 - Letters from an American | Heather Cox Richardson | Substack (Top Stories - Google News)

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 19, 2026
Oregon Republicans boycott floor session, delaying action on transportation tax referendum move - OregonLive.com
Oregon Republicans boycott floor session, delaying action on transportation tax referendum move  OregonLive.comRepublicans are a no-show in Oregon Senate as contentious bill vote nears  Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPBOregon Republicans stage walkout over Democrat-led transportation package  KOIN.comOregon Republicans walk out of Senate ahe

Reuters Top NewsFeb 19, 2026
How China plans to dominate global trade long after Trump - Reuters
How China plans to dominate global trade long after Trump  Reuters

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 19, 2026
Trump's rationale is still opaque as he slides closer to war with Iran - CNN
Trump's rationale is still opaque as he slides closer to war with Iran  CNNTrump has discussed timeline for Iran strikes — including as soon as this weekend — but no decision yet  CBS NewsWhite House presses Iran to make deal, while ramping up military presence  BBCU.S. says Tehran would be ‘very wise' to make a deal as Russia, Iran hold naval drills  CNBC

Fox NewsFeb 19, 2026
Illinois university moves classes online after learning ICE is operating in the same building
Illinois university moves classes online after learning ICE is renting office space in same building as campus location, citing student safety concerns.

Fox NewsFeb 19, 2026
Bitter rivals clash as US women's hockey eyes Olympic gold medal in final against defending champion Canada
Team USA is set to face Canada for the Olympic women's hockey gold medal after dominating opponents with a 31-1 scoring differential, including a 5-0 win over its rival.

Chicago TribuneFeb 19, 2026
Today in Chicago History: Young Bernie Sanders arrest photo emerges
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Feb. 19, according to the Tribune's archives.

NPR U.S. NewsFeb 19, 2026
Russia expert discusses the role of investments in pursuit of peace
Ukraine's president says Russia offered the U.S. a $13 trillion economic proposal. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to historian Sergey Radchenko about the role of investment in the pursuit of peace.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 19, 2026
José María Balcázar becomes Peru's eighth president in a decade - Associated Press News
José María Balcázar becomes Peru's eighth president in a decade  Associated Press NewsPeru installs Jose Balcazar as interim president after Jeri ousted in political upheaval  ReutersPeru's leader José Jerí ousted over ‘Chifa-gate' scandal, as presidential ‘curse' strikes again  CNNPeru appoints Jose Maria Balcazar as president after Jose Jeri's removal  Al Jazeera

Yahoo NewsFeb 19, 2026
Tony Gonzales had affair with aide who set herself on fire, ex-staffer says


Reuters Top NewsFeb 18, 2026
Semifive Inc Wins 10 Billion Won Order - TradingView
Semifive Inc Wins 10 Billion Won Order  TradingView

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NY Post National NewsFeb 18, 2026
Bernie Sanders backs California billionaire tax, breaks rank with Newsom
Sen. Bernie Sanders didn't hold much back in showing his support for California's proposed 'Billionaire Tax' ballot at an event in the Golden State.

Chicago TribuneFeb 18, 2026
Chicago funeral arrangements set for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson
Officials with the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition announced funeral arrangements for the Chicago-based civil rights icon and presidential candidate beginning next Wednesday.

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Friends and family say Chicago embraced and nurtured civil rights icon Jesse Jackson from the start (Chicago Sun-Times News)
Trump lauds 'piece of work' Jesse Jackson at 'sold-out' Black History Month event (Fox News)

Chicago TribuneFeb 18, 2026
UN Security Council members blast Israel's West Bank plans on eve of Trump's Board of Peace meeting
The high-level U.N. session in New York was originally scheduled for Thursday but was moved up after President Donald Trump announced the first Board of Peace meeting for the same day.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
Iran fortifies sites as nuclear talks stall and US tensions rise - ????? ??????????
Iran fortifies sites as nuclear talks stall and US tensions rise  ????? ??????????Satellite images show Iran repairing and fortifying sites amid US tensions  ReutersIran builds concrete shield at military site amid acute US tensions  Al JazeeraImagery Update: Taleghan 2 Facility is Now Being Buried  Institute For Science And International Security

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US and Iran say they'll continue nuclear talks as both build up their military forces (NPR U.S. News)

New York Times - Front PageFeb 18, 2026
Sugar Bowl Academy Says Multiple Victims Were Tied to Its Ski Resort School
Sugar Bowl Academy, a ski-focused private school in the Sierra Nevada, said that multiple people on the fatal trek were connected to its program.

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Ski academy rocked as ‘multiple' Tahoe avalanche deaths linked to youth school parents (NY Post National News)

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
Detroit officers facing termination for allegedly contacting immigration authorities during traffic stops
Detroit police chief moves to fire two officers who allegedly contacted Customs and Border Protection during traffic stops, violating department policy on immigration enforcement.

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
City-run board cancels lease of Israel drone supplier, sparking backlash toward Mamdani: 'Ludicrous'
Six weeks into his term, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani draws criticism after the city-controlled Navy Yard ends a lease with a drone manufacturer serving Israel's military.

NY Post National NewsFeb 18, 2026
Snoop Dogg's credit card declined at Winter Olympics dinner — so he repays Milan restaurant in a special way
The hip-hop legend chowed down on a bunch of American fare while in Milan-Cortina to cover the Winter Olympics when his card got declined.

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
Illegal immigrant with prior deportation shoots deputy in chest, dies after exchange: DHS
An illegal immigrant previously deported shot a Charleston County deputy during a traffic stop. The deputy survived due to body armor; the suspect was killed in return fire, DHS says.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
U2 releases Renee Good tribute song 'American Obituary' - NBC News
U2 releases Renee Good tribute song 'American Obituary'  NBC NewsBono lambasts ICE, Putin, Netanyahu and more as U2 release first collection of new songs since 2017  The GuardianU2 Surprise-Drop Politically Charged ‘Days of Ash' EP With Six New Songs  Rolling Stone'U2 - Days of Ash' New EP Out Now  U2 Home

Chicago TribuneFeb 18, 2026
Afternoon Briefing: Illinois judge rules boneless wings are still wings
Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.

Chicago TribuneFeb 18, 2026
Family of Rev. Jesse Jackson honors legacy of civil rights icon
Rev. Jackson's work and mission were remembered by his children outside the family home Wednesday.

Chicago TribuneFeb 18, 2026
Illinois judge rules boneless wings are still wings after Chicago man files lawsuit
In an opinion heavy on chicken puns, a district court judge ruled that the boneless wings at Buffalo Wild Wings could indeed be called wings.

Chicago Sun-Times NewsFeb 18, 2026
Why did the FBI recruit Catholic high school girls in Chicago?


Yahoo NewsFeb 18, 2026
Russia's Lavrov warns against any new US strike on Iran


NY Post National NewsFeb 18, 2026
Texas woman arrested for allegedly helping bedridden ex-husband's suicide — after taking advice from ‘right to die' nonprofit
Cheffo was a former teacher with "a passion for fitness" whose life was turned on its head after he experienced debilitating side effects while taking a prescribed antibacterial drug.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
Bernie Sanders and Gavin Newsom become adversaries over push to tax California billionaires - Associated Press News
Bernie Sanders and Gavin Newsom become adversaries over push to tax California billionaires  Associated Press NewsBillionaires' Low Taxes Are Becoming a Problem for the Economy  The Wall Street JournalCalifornia mulls a billionaire tax, revealing a deeply divided state  Al JazeeraCalifornia Wealth Tax Opponents Intensify Efforts Before Bernie Sanders Visit - The New York Times  The New Yo

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
US Olympic hockey star Quinn Hughes calls America 'greatest country in the world' after game-winning shot
Quinn Hughes scored an overtime goal to give Team USA a dramatic 2-1 victory over Sweden in Olympic men's hockey qualifying, advancing the Americans in their quest for gold.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
Takaichi, reelected as Japan's leader, wants to cooperate with US in rare earths development - Associated Press News
Takaichi, reelected as Japan's leader, wants to cooperate with US in rare earths development  Associated Press NewsTakaichi Formally Elected PM, Eyes Expedited Budget Deliberation  Bloomberg.comThe world's most powerful woman  The EconomistOpinion: After a stunning election, Japan will be unleashed. Or is it already too late?  The Globe and MailTime for Takaichi to tackle Japan's political taboos  

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
'Pulp Fiction,' 'Mask' actor Peter Greene's cause of death revealed: report
"Pulp Fiction" villain actor Peter Greene died from an accidental gunshot wound to his left armpit, the NYC medical examiner confirmed. The actor had nearly 100 credits before his death.

NY Post National NewsFeb 18, 2026
Rhode Island trans shooter's son, 37, jailed for torching black church year before dad's deadly hockey rampage
Friends of the family said trans shooter Robert Dorgan, who had neo-Nazi tattoos and often posted online about white pride, influenced his son's twisted obsession with race.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
Trump says UK's Starmer making ‘a big mistake' with Chagos Islands deal - Al Jazeera
Trump says UK's Starmer making ‘a big mistake' with Chagos Islands deal  Al JazeeraDo not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal  BBCUnited States and Mauritius to Hold Bilateral Security Discussions  U.S. Department of State (.gov)Trump tells Starmer handing Chagos Islands to Mauritius is a ‘big mistake'  The Guardian

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
Grieving mom says Mark Zuckerberg must 'face the music' as Meta CEO testifies in landmark addiction trial
A grieving mother called on Mark Zuckerberg to "face the music" as the Meta CEO testified in a historic trial over claims that social media platforms addict young users.

NY Post National NewsFeb 18, 2026
‘Pulp Fiction,' ‘The Mask' actor Peter Greene's tragic cause of death revealed
Greene. 60, was found dead in his apartment on Dec. 12 — the same day he was scheduled to have a benign tumor removed from near his lung.

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
Trump marks Black History Month, announces Medal of Freedom for Carson and praises Nicki Minaj
President Trump announced Ben Carson will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom at a White House Black History Month event celebrating its centennial milestone.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
Kansas, Idaho, Utah, Oklahoma in New Push to Restrict Transgender Rights - The New York Times
Kansas, Idaho, Utah, Oklahoma in New Push to Restrict Transgender Rights  The New York Times

Chicago TribuneFeb 18, 2026
Two teens arrested by SWAT teams in Hammond slaying: police
Hammond Police said two teens were arrested Wednesday morning by SWAT teams in connection with a Jan. 14 slaying.

Chicago TribuneFeb 18, 2026
Lewis University moves in-person classes online at Oak Brook campus due to nearby ICE office
Lewis University moved in-person classes online at its Oak Brook campus this week after learning Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are leasing space in the building where the school rents.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
UK police assess claims Epstein trafficked women on flights through London Stansted Airport - CNN
UK police assess claims Epstein trafficked women on flights through London Stansted Airport  CNNPM says 'nobody is above the law' over Andrew allegations  BBCAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor Has Debts to Pay  Bloomberg.comPolice investigating claims that Epstein trafficked women through UK airports  The GuardianEx-Prince Andrew ‘Almost 100% Set To Flee Britain' Amid Epstein Files Probe  Yahoo

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
Democratic-led cities move to block ICE, setting up clash with Trump - The Washington Post
Democratic-led cities move to block ICE, setting up clash with Trump  The Washington PostStates testing limits of ICE, CBP agent immunity  AxiosAgreements that allow local police to work with ICE skyrocket  NBC NewsLittle-used ICE agreements with local police have exploded under Trump  NPRICE-free zones and blocked liquor licenses: US cities fight back against immigration raids  The Guardian

NPR U.S. NewsFeb 18, 2026
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to face jury in landmark social media addiction trial
The case is seen as a test of social media's legal responsibility for platform design features that plaintiffs' lawyers say exacerbated mental health issues in young people.

Top Stories - Google NewsFeb 18, 2026
Texas Congressman's Aide Told Co-Worker of Affair Before Killing Herself - The New York Times
Texas Congressman's Aide Told Co-Worker of Affair Before Killing Herself  The New York TimesGonzales should have been honest with public. No recommendation in GOP primary.  San Antonio Express-NewsMonths before death by suicide, aide texted colleague she had an affair with her boss, Rep. Tony Gonzales  CBS NewsAttorney: US Rep. Tony Gonzales had affair with aide who died by suicide  KSAT

NY Post National NewsFeb 18, 2026
Husband of Rep. Tony Gonzales aide who fatally set herself on fire says Texas pol ‘abused his power' in first remarks on affair
Adrian Aviles said he's speaking out now because he "couldn't bear to sit by" and listen to Rep. Tony Gonzales "lie on my wife's name."

Fox NewsFeb 18, 2026
Trump DOJ probes Michigan schools over gender curriculum, joins lawsuit against LA race-based program
Trump Justice Department launches investigations into Michigan school districts over gender instruction and intervenes in LA race-based admissions lawsuit.

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E.P.A. Faces First Lawsuit Over Its Killing of Major Climate Rule - The New York Times (Top Stories - Google News)

Boston.com National NewsFeb 18, 2026
Obama took on recession, health care and Iraq. What he didn't see coming was Trump.
"The outcome of the election was a direct rebuke of everything that we had been trying to do for the last 10 years," reflected Josh Earnest, who was Obama's last White House press secretary.

The post Obama took on recession, health care and Iraq. What he didn't see coming was Trump. appeared first on Boston.com.



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Boston.com National NewsFeb 08, 2026
Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. arrested after what police said was a domestic dispute with WNBA player
According to jail records, Pearce is facing charges of two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon as well as aggravated stalking and fleeing or eluding police with lights or siren.

The post Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. arrested after what police said was a domestic dispute with WNBA player appeared first on Boston.com.



USATODAY.com News - Top StoriesAug 30, 2023
CNN names new CEO as Mark Thompson, former BBC and New York Times chief
Mark Thompson, a former chief executive of the BBC and The New York Times, was appointed as chair and CEO of CNN by David Zaslav.      
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