The US and Iran have made "good progress" on striking a deal according
to the Iranian foreign minister.
It comes as the Trump administration pressures Tehran to rein in its
nuclear ambitions or face military consequences.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Jesse Jackson dies aged 84
US civil rights icon the Reverend Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84.
He was one of America's most influential Black figures and twice ran
for President.
His family said he "died peacefully".
Toni Waterman reports from Washington.
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He was one of America's most influential Black figures and twice ran
for President.
His family said he "died peacefully".
Toni Waterman reports from Washington.
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Chinese e-commerce giant Shein to be investigated by EU
The European Union will investigate the Chinese e-commerce giant Shein for its addictive design and the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material.
It comes after childlike sex dolls were found to be sold on the platform in France last year.
Ross Cullen reports.
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Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan’s party alleges he is being denied access to basic medical care
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Opposition parties in Islamabad are staging a demonstration at the Parliament, demanding proper medical treatment for jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
His party says Khan has lost 85 percent of vision in his right eye and is being denied basic medical care, calling for authorities to allow his personal doctor to examine him.
The government rejects the claims, calling them propaganda aimed at stirring political unrest.
Hira Mustafa has more.
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Netanyahu adviser threatens return to war if Hamas does not disarm
A senior adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that Israel will "complete the mission" in Gaza if Hamas does not disarm within a specified window
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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UK UNEMPLOY,MENT HITS FIVE YEAR HIGH
UK unemployment has unexpectedly risen to its highest level for five years, at 5.2%.
Hiring activity was weak and wage growth also slowed in the final quarter of 2025.
The government says it's taking measures to get people into jobs, such as investing in apprenticeships.
Editor in Chief at City AM Christian May says the figures don't look good.
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Hiring activity was weak and wage growth also slowed in the final quarter of 2025.
The government says it's taking measures to get people into jobs, such as investing in apprenticeships.
Editor in Chief at City AM Christian May says the figures don't look good.
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Macron - Modi to meet on Tuesday with defense, AI and critical mineral cooperation on agenda
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French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday with agreements on critical minerals, defence, and technology reportedly on the cards.
The two sides say they're expecting to broaden their cooperation as part of their Horizon 2047 agenda, which seeks to deepen ties across the board.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday with agreements on critical minerals, defence, and technology reportedly on the cards.
The two sides say they're expecting to broaden their cooperation as part of their Horizon 2047 agenda, which seeks to deepen ties across the board.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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China hopes for a bumper lunar new year
INTRO Officials in Beijing are hoping this year's Lunar New Year holiday will boost the country's economy.
Increasing domestic spending has been identified as a key priority for the year ahead, as Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
Increasing domestic spending has been identified as a key priority for the year ahead, as Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
Monday, February 16, 2026
Obama clarifies comment that aliens ‘are real’
Barack Obama is walking back comments he made over the weekend, when he said aliens are real. The former president made the comments on a podcast - sparking an internet frenzy among people who believe extraterrestrial life exists, but that the government is covering it up. Toni Waterman has more.
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Ukraine firm ahead of peace talks
Ukraine's president has warned citizens to brace for another major
wave of Russian airstrikes ahead of Tuesday's trilateral meetings in
Geneva.
Representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. are set to hold a
third round of two day talks as efforts continue to try and bring the
war to an end.
President Volodymyr says he hopes for serious and substantive
discussions but has questioned Moscow's desire to end the fighting.
William Denselow reports from Kyiv.
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wave of Russian airstrikes ahead of Tuesday's trilateral meetings in
Geneva.
Representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. are set to hold a
third round of two day talks as efforts continue to try and bring the
war to an end.
President Volodymyr says he hopes for serious and substantive
discussions but has questioned Moscow's desire to end the fighting.
William Denselow reports from Kyiv.
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EU says will only send observer to President Trump's Board of Peace meeting
The European Union says it will send an observer to President Trump's Board of Peace meeting in Washington on Thursday.
The bloc was invited to be a full member of the initiative but declined to join.
Ross Cullen reports.
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OVER 60 CHILDREN HAVE CONTRACTED MEASLES DURING LONDON OUTBREAK
North London is going through a significant measles outbreak, the UK Health Security Agency has confirmed.
It's mostly passing between primary and nursery school children under 10-years-old, and has led to hospitalisations amongst unvaccinated children.
Stuart Smith reports.
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It's mostly passing between primary and nursery school children under 10-years-old, and has led to hospitalisations amongst unvaccinated children.
Stuart Smith reports.
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Rubio Says Iran’s Clerical Rule Complicates Talks, but Deal Still Possible
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has outlined the difficulties in negotiating with Iran, but says he is hopeful the two nations can reach an agreement in the coming days.
Officials are due to meet next in Geneva, as the US demands Iran wind down any nuclear ambitions, threatening military action if it does not.
Mitch McCann reports:
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Mitch McCann reports:
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Moscow sends extended delegation to trilateral talks on Ukraine with Washington and Kiev
The scope of issues to be discussed at the next round of trilateral talks on Ukraine settlement in Geneva, Switzerland will be broader than those addressed earlier in Abu Dhabi and will include 'territorial matters', the Kremlin said. Russian President Putin gave 'detailed instructions' to the expanded delegation of Russian officials heading to the negotiations scheduled for February 17 and 18. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.
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Netanyahu doubts deal can be reached ahead of second round of US- Iran talks
Prime Minister Netanyahu has again expressed doubt that a deal can be reached between the US and Iran ahead of the resumption of indirect talks in Geneva on Tuesday
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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UK POLICE URGED TO LAUNCH CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION INTO ANDREW
UK police are facing growing pressure to open a full criminal investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's time as U.K. trade envoy.
It comes after released documents appear to show him sharing sensitive information with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Thames Valley Police confirmed last week it's assessing claims following the latest release of Epstein files.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has previously denied any wrongdoing over his links to Epstein.
Legal commentator Joshua Rozenberg says police are currently deciding whether to open a full investigation.
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It comes after released documents appear to show him sharing sensitive information with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Thames Valley Police confirmed last week it's assessing claims following the latest release of Epstein files.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has previously denied any wrongdoing over his links to Epstein.
Legal commentator Joshua Rozenberg says police are currently deciding whether to open a full investigation.
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UK Government Promises Social Media Crackdown
The UK government has promised to move more quickly to close loopholes in laws designed to protect children online.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says no platform will get a "free pass" on children's safety and has vowed to crack down on the addictive elements of social media.
The UK's Online Safety Act was drafted before the emergence of AI chatbots, which have been criticised for giving children misleading information or even harmful suggestions on everything from mental health advice to eating habits.
Rowan Ferguson from the Molly Rose Foundation believes the legislation needs strengthening:
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AI Impact Summit to kick off in India this week
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India is hosting the AI summit in New Delhi this week- the first time the event is being held in the Global South.
CEOs from top tech firms, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, are going to be in attendance with companies hoping to make inroads in the world's most populous country.
Ishan Garg reports.
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CEOs from top tech firms, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, are going to be in attendance with companies hoping to make inroads in the world's most populous country.
Ishan Garg reports.
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Xi says ‘super-large’ China market is key to boosting local demand
INTRO: Chinese President Xi Jinping is calling to anchor economic growth around domestic demand in a speech released by state media on Sunday.
It shows his resolve in promoting consumption, as China has been relying on exports to drive economic growth. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
It shows his resolve in promoting consumption, as China has been relying on exports to drive economic growth. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
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Friday, February 13, 2026
US Inflation Comes in Below Forecast at 2.4 Percent
The rate of inflation in the United States slowed in January, according to new data, as both analysts and consumers pay close attention to the effect of the Trump Administration's tariffs.
The cost of goods and services rose at a rate of 2.4 percent, with forecasts predicting that number would be about 2.5 percent.
Mitch McCann reports:
The cost of goods and services rose at a rate of 2.4 percent, with forecasts predicting that number would be about 2.5 percent.
Mitch McCann reports:
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