INTERNATIONAL

Feb 27 2026OPINION

Cross‑Border Cheers at the Winter Games

The Olympic arena in Milan felt less like a battlefield and more like a giant playground where people from all over the world could shout for their own athletes while still respecting those cheering for others. Before heading to the airport, a man bought several American flags and wondered if wav

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Kim Jong‑Un Says He Will Talk to the U. S. If It Calls North Korea a Nuclear Power

Kim Jong‑Un made a surprising offer at the Workers’ Party congress that could change how the United States views North Korea. He said he would be willing to improve relations if Washington officially recognized the country as a nuclear‑armed state. The congress, held every five years, is a key momen

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Why U. S. Health Care Is So Expensive

Health care in the United States costs almost one‑fifth of the country’s economic output, far more than other rich nations. The reasons lie in how the system is organized, funded and run, rather than in medical technology alone. Across the world there are four main ways to deliver health services.

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

California and Britain Team Up for Green Energy, Trump Not Happy

A recent deal between California and Britain to work together on clean energy has sparked some strong reactions. The agreement focuses on things like wind power and aims to open up California's market to British companies. But not everyone is on board with this plan. Former President Donald Trump h

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Feb 14 2026BUSINESS

Germany's Tax Rules: What's Changing and Why It Matters

Germany is looking for opinions on new tax rules. These rules are about something called a "permanent establishment. " This term is important for businesses that operate in more than one country. The goal is to make sure everyone understands when a business has a permanent establishment in Germany.

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

A Remarkable Journey: Bobbi Rath Smith's Impact on the American Thyroid Association

Bobbi Rath Smith made a big difference in the American Thyroid Association. She led the group for almost two decades. Her work started in 2001 and lasted until 2020. She held important roles as the Executive Director and CEO. Her leadership helped the association grow and improve. The American Thyr

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

Diplomatic Moves in Geneva: What's Happening?

Geneva is buzzing with diplomatic action this week. Two big talks are happening there on Tuesday. One is about Iran, and the other is about the Ukraine-Russia conflict. A source close to the situation shared this news. First up, a U. S. team, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will sit down

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Restaurant Brands Beats Forecasts With Strong Global Growth

Restaurant Brands International released its fourth‑quarter results for the year ending December 31, showing earnings and revenue that surpassed analyst expectations. The company earned adjusted profit of 96 cents per share, a touch higher than the 95 cents forecasted by LSEG’s analyst survey. Total

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Feb 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

CJ ENM’s 2026 Visionary Awards Celebrate Global Storytelling

The ceremony took place on Feb. 10 at the CJ ENM Center in Seoul, where creators of six hit shows were honored for their fresh ideas. The awardees included the U. S. drama “Severance” and Korean series such as “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, ” “Boys II Planet, ” “Our Unwritten Seoul, ” and “Study Gro

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Feb 10 2026CRIME

Cyprus Court Forces Opening of Israeli Couple’s Safe Deposit Boxes in €700 Million Crypto Scam Probe

Cyprus’ top court has ordered an Israeli couple to surrender the keys to their safe deposit boxes, a move that follows a massive crackdown on a €700 million cryptocurrency laundering scheme. The case came after Europol revealed that authorities across Europe—France, Germany, Cyprus, Spain, Malta, Is

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