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A judge has denied a Democrat-led effort from blocking DOGE access to federal systems.

Judge denies Democrat-led effort to block Musk, DOGE access

While the world watched Ukraine's drone efforts, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) also made significant strides in unmanned combat.

Israel advances unmanned combat after Ukraine’s historic drone operation

A drone strike allegedly carried out by Ukraine hit a Russian oil pipeline facility, impacting Western companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil.

Before peace talks, Western oil companies hit by alleged Ukrainian strike

Smugglers are using TikTok to advertise human-trafficking services across the Canadian border, according to a report by the New York Post.

Human traffickers in Canada use TikTok to advertise ‘safe’ border crossings

Just one day after banning DeepSeek in South Korea, officials said the AI chatbot, developed by a China-based startup shared user data with ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok.

DeepSeek shared user data with TikTok owner ByteDance

Scientists say wind may be partly to blame when it comes to the spread of the bird flu in some cases, according to a new study.

Why the wind may be partly to blame for the spread of bird flu: Study

NASA reports that the chance of a 'city-killing' asteroid striking Earth in 2032 has increased since last week.

NASA increases chance ‘city-killing’ asteroid will hit Earth in 2032

The U.S. is flying drones into Mexico to gather intelligence on fentanyl labs within the country, according to the New York Times.

CIA expands secret drone flights to find fentanyl labs over Mexico: Report

U.S. begins relocating Marines from Okinawa to Guam, marking start of long-planned shift amid regional security issues and local opposition.

First US Marines relocate from Okinawa to Guam after years of delays

A Chinese navy helicopter flew dangerously close to a Philippine patrol plane over the disputed Scarborough Shoal, escalating tensions in the South China Sea. Journalists onboard witnessed the encounter as the Philippine aircraft continued its patrol despite warnings from China’s military to leave the area. The incident is the latest in a series of maritime confrontations between China and the Philippines, with both nations issuing conflicting accounts. The Philippines has condemned the maneuver as reckless, while China claims the aircraft entered its airspace illegally.

Chinese helicopter confronts Philippine patrol plane over disputed waters

Israel is preparing to receive additional hostages as part of a negotiated ceasefire deal with Hamas. According to Israeli officials, six hostages are expected to be released on Saturday, Feb. 22. In addition, the bodies of four deceased hostages are set to be returned from Gaza on Thursday, Feb. 20. These transfers are part of the first phase of a ceasefire agreement mediated by Qatar and Egypt.

Israel preps for Hamas to release more hostages, return bodies of deceased

Russia launched a large-scale drone attack on Ukraine hours before U.S. and Russian officials met to discuss ending the war.

Russia launches large-scale drone attack on Ukraine ahead of peace talks

The CIA plans to increase its role in combating Mexican cartels, focusing on disrupting networks and supporting anti-drug efforts.

CIA may play larger role in combating Mexican cartels under Trump: Report

Mongolia is increasing its coal exports to China as part of a broader effort to strengthen energy cooperation with International partners.

Mongolia to up coal exports to China by 20% in 2025, expand energy sector

San Clemente's mayor raised concerns about fishing boats carrying migrants into the country illegally. City leaders want to install cameras.

California town wants cameras, Border Patrol to stop boats transporting migrants

11 U.S. Army Green Berets will help train naval infantry marines in Mexico. Their mission is to help stop the flow of illegal drugs and guns.

US Army Green Berets training Naval Infantry Marines in Mexico

The U.K. prime minister said he’s ready to deploy troops to Ukraine if Moscow agrees to a deal requiring European peacekeepers.

UK prime minister offers to send troops to Ukraine as part of peace deal

A revision to the U.S. State Department's language toward Taiwan is sparking anger from China as Beijing condemned the change on Monday.

US language revisions toward Taiwan spark backlash from Beijing

India evaluates new fighter jet acquisitions amid regional tensions, considering US F-35 and Russian Su-57 offers for air force modernization.

India faces crucial choice: US F-35 deal or Russian-made Su-57 fighters?

Nissan's CEO said on Sunday the company could move operations out of Mexico if President Donald Trump's tariffs go forward.

How US tariffs could force Nissan to move operations outside of Mexico

South Korea’s Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) has temporarily suspended new downloads of the DeepSeek AI chatbot due to concerns over its handling of personal data. The suspension applies to downloads from the Apple and Google app stores, though the chatbot remains accessible through a web browser. The commission stated that the suspension will remain in place until the company ensures compliance with South Korea’s privacy laws.

South Korea suspends DeepSeek AI over privacy concerns

A fugitive bomber from Italy who had been on the run from authorities for nearly two years was caught in Spain, according to police.

Fugitive Italian bomber on run for 2 years caught in Spain: Police

European leaders meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine security concerns amid US-Russia peace talks, seeking a unified response.

European leaders gather for emergency summit amid Trump-Putin peace talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Saudi Arabia to begin talks with Russia about ending the war in Ukraine.

Rubio leads US delegation to Saudi Arabia for Russia-Ukraine peace talks

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