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February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Arrest of Mugabe's Son in South Africa Raises International Eyebrows

Robert Mugabe's youngest son was arrested in South Africa following a shooting incident at his residence, sparking regional and international curiosity.

#Robert Mugabe #South Africa #Zimbabwe

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Inside Sydney's Lunar New Year: The Lion Dancers' Marathon

The Guardian

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Inside Sydney's Lunar New Year: The Lion Dancers' Marathon

Sydney's Qing Fong dance troupe faces intense training for Lunar New Year, performing 100+ times in three weeks, showcasing rich cultural traditions.

#Lion Dance #Lunar New Year #Cultural Heritage

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Gaza Hospitals Strain to Care for Newborns Amid Aid Shortage

BBC

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Gaza Hospitals Strain to Care for Newborns Amid Aid Shortage

Aid access improves, yet Gaza hospitals still struggle to support newborns, highlighting ongoing humanitarian challenges.

#Gaza #healthcare #aid

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Europe Braces for Potential Tech Clash with Trump's America

The New York Times

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Europe Braces for Potential Tech Clash with Trump's America

As EU-US trade relaxes, looming tensions arise over the bloc’s tech regulations.

#EU-US relations #digital policy #tech regulations

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Macron and Meloni at Odds Over Lyon Murder Fallout

Al Jazeera

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Macron and Meloni at Odds Over Lyon Murder Fallout

Tensions rise as Macron and Meloni clash over the murder of French activist Quentin Deranque, complicating Franco-Italian relations.

#France-Italy relations #Quentin Deranque #far-right extremism

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Leaders Urge AI Safeguards at Global India AI Summit 2023

Deutsche Welle

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Leaders Urge AI Safeguards at Global India AI Summit 2023

At the India AI Summit, Modi, Macron emphasized control and ethics in AI development as Gates cancels attendance.

#AI #India #France

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Trump's $7 Billion Gaza Aid: A Step but Far From Enough

France 24

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Trump's $7 Billion Gaza Aid: A Step but Far From Enough

Trump's pledged $7B for Gaza is crucial yet insufficient compared to reconstruction needs, opening debates on international responsibilities.

#Gaza #Middle East #Trump

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Sara Duterte Sets Sights on Philippine Presidency for 2028

BBC

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Sara Duterte Sets Sights on Philippine Presidency for 2028

Sara Duterte to join 2028 presidential race amidst political tensions with current President Bongbong Marcos.

#Philippines #Rodrigo Duterte #Sara Duterte

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South Korea's Yoon Suk Yeol Jailed for Life: A Historic Verdict

The Guardian

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

South Korea's Yoon Suk Yeol Jailed for Life: A Historic Verdict

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced for life over failed 2024 martial law, marking a significant moment in the nation's democratic era.