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Wave of arrests over killing of French nationalist piles pressure on far left - BBC

Wave of arrests over killing of French nationalist piles pressure on far left  BBCAfter Activist’s Killing, Tensions Erupt Between France’s Far-Right and Far-Left  The New York TimesParliamentary aide among 11 arrested over killing of French far-right activist  The GuardianFrance in shock over mu...[read more]

February 18, 2026 - Letters from an American | Heather Cox Richardson | Substack

February 18, 2026  Letters from an American | Heather Cox Richardson | SubstackIllinois Governor Delivers State of the State Address  C-SPANPritzker Pitches $56 Billion Budget With New Fees on Social Media, Zoning Law Changes to Address Housing Shortage  WTTWIllinois “spending cuts” aren’t from g...[read more]

As Israel takes steps to claim land in West Bank, U.S. stands by - The Washington Post

As Israel takes steps to claim land in West Bank, U.S. stands by  The Washington PostUpdates: Israel steps up attacks, land takeover across occupied West Bank  Al JazeeraUAE, Saudi Arabia, other Muslim countries condemn Israel's West Bank land registration decision  The Times of IsraelExplained: ...[read more]

Bowser declares Potomac sewage spill an emergency, seeks federal aid for cleanup - The Washington Post

Bowser declares Potomac sewage spill an emergency, seeks federal aid for cleanup  The Washington PostPipeline that caused massive sewer spill into the Potomac River has been identified for repairs, DC Water officials say  WUSA9Political blame game pushes DC-area sewage spill onto national stage  ...[read more]

Texas Tech star JT Toppin receives heartbreaking injury diagnosis - On3

Texas Tech star JT Toppin receives heartbreaking injury diagnosis  On3Texas Tech's JT Toppin has torn ACL, out for season  ESPNTexas Tech basketball star JT Toppin out for season with ACL tear  The New York TimesTexas Tech star JT Toppin suffers potential serious injury in upset loss  USA TodayOd...[read more]

Quick hits: No. 8 Illini put on a show in 101-65 laugher over USC - 247Sports

Quick hits: No. 8 Illini put on a show in 101-65 laugher over USC  247SportsIllinois 101-65 USC (Feb 18, 2026) Game Recap  ESPN#10 Illini Open LA Swing Wednesday at USC - University of Illinois Athletics  University of Illinois AthleticsAndrej Stojakovic finishes in transition with a fast break S...[read more]

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...[read more]

3 takeaways from BYU’s loss at No. 4 Arizona - Deseret News

3 takeaways from BYU’s loss at No. 4 Arizona  Deseret NewsArizona bounces back, takes out BYU despite Dybantsa's 35  ESPNBYU Cougars vs. Arizona Wildcats Live Score and Stats - February 18, 2026 Gametracker  CBS SportsBYU vs Arizona picks, predictions, odds for college basketball game  The Arizon...[read more]

Trump administration gives ICE broader powers to detain legal refugees, citing security concerns - CBS News

Trump administration gives ICE broader powers to detain legal refugees, citing security concerns  CBS NewsNew DHS memo outlines plan to detain refugees for further vetting  The Washington PostRefugees Disappeared. Churches Prayed and Lawyered Up.  Christianity TodayTrump administration expands IC...[read more]

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 Times'She was texting Tony:' Husband of Tony Gonzales aide breaks silence about affair  San Antonio Express-NewsMonths before death by suicide, aide texted colleague she had an affair with her boss, Rep. Tony G...[read more]