Global Issues

BBC

February 12, 2026

British Tycoon Jimmy Lai Given 20-Year Sentence in China

British media mogul Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years by Hong Kong court for national security charges, raising concerns over press freedoms.

#Hong Kong #China #Jimmy Lai

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The New York Times

February 12, 2026

Ukrainian Athlete's Defiant Tribute Faces Olympic Ban

Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych risks disqualification to honor war dead, clashing with the IOC's rules on political expression.

#Ukraine #Olympics #IOC

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The Guardian

February 12, 2026

Boost Brain Health: Reading and Writing Slash Dementia Risk

Engaging in intellectually stimulating activities like reading and writing can significantly reduce dementia risk by 40%, a new study reveals.

#dementia prevention #cognitive health #global health

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Deutsche Welle

February 12, 2026

Southeast Asia's Shifting Stance: Decline of Capital Punishment

Southeast Asian nations are reducing capital punishment use, with Singapore as a notable exception, maintaining the practice.

#Southeast Asia #death penalty #geopolitics

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BBC

February 12, 2026

Iran Gradually Restores Internet Amid Unequal Access Concerns

Iran's phased internet restoration highlights persistent access disparities following a protest-triggered blackout.

#Iran #internet shutdown #protests

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The New York Times

February 12, 2026

Bulgaria: The Epicenter of Europe's Tightening Immigration Policies

Bulgaria's former military barracks symbolize the E.U.'s strict border controls, highlighting the evolving immigration debate.

#Bulgaria #European Union #immigration policy

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Deutsche Welle

February 12, 2026

Ukraine's Helmet Tribute Denied at Olympics Amid Tensions

IOC rejects Ukraine's attempt to honor fallen athletes at Olympics, raising questions about politics in sports and international tensions.

#Ukraine #Olympics #IOC

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The Guardian

February 12, 2026

Iran Urges US to Resist Netanyahu's Influence on Nuclear Talks

Iran cautions the US against Israeli influence on nuclear discussions as Netanyahu visits Trump, pushing for missile limitations and regional diplomacy.

#Iran #Netanyahu #US-Israel relations

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The New York Times

February 12, 2026

Guatemala Ends Cuban Doctor Program Amidst US Influence

Guatemala halts Cuban doctor program after nearly 30 years, under US pressure, affecting healthcare & economic ties.

#Guatemala #Cuba #United States

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Deutsche Welle

February 11, 2026

Munich Security Conference 2026 Faces Challenges from US Politics

The 2026 Munich Security Conference arrives amid strained transatlantic relations and calls for a more self-reliant Europe.

#Munich Security Conference #Trump's policies #transatlantic relations

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BBC

February 11, 2026

Iran Protesters Seek Secret Medical Help to Evade Arrest

Iranian demonstrators are avoiding hospitals, receiving care privately to evade authorities amid political unrest.

#Iran #protests #human rights

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The Guardian

February 11, 2026

The Iconic Magazine's Impact on American Culture Unveiled

Explore the profound influence of a groundbreaking magazine in shaping America's visual storytelling and cultural dynamics in a captivating exhibition.

#American culture #visual storytelling #geopolitical influence

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