Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke?
Isaiah 58:6
- ICE nabs Iranian national with rape, sodomy convictions after Virginia Democrats move to curb cooperation
on February 18, 2026 at 9:06 pmICE arrests Iranian national with alleged sodomy charges in Virginia weeks after Gov. Spanberger reversed immigration cooperation pact with federal agents.
- Louisiana GOP lawmaker urges FEMA aid for ‘hurricane’ like ice storm as DHS shutdown drags on
on February 18, 2026 at 9:00 pmRep. Julia Letlow is seeking federal emergency aid for northern Louisiana in the ice storm recovery efforts addressing widespread power outages.
- World’s largest aircraft carrier heads to Middle East as Iran nuclear tensions spike dramatically
on February 18, 2026 at 8:56 pmUSS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group heads to Middle East as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate, joining USS Abraham Lincoln already deployed in region.
- Leavitt scoffs at reporter who questioned when Trump has been ‘falsely called racist’: ‘You’re kidding?’
on February 18, 2026 at 8:26 pmWhite House press secretary Karoline Leavitt vows to provide “receipts” after a reporter questions whether President Donald Trump was “falsely called racist.”
- Rubio announces designation for Nicaraguan prison official tied to alleged human rights violations
on February 18, 2026 at 7:59 pmU.S. designates Nicaragua prison director Roberto Clemente Guevara Gómez as Secretary of State Marco Rubio demands release of political prisoners.
- Trump worries Potomac ‘will still stink’ during America250 celebration after massive sewage spill
on February 18, 2026 at 7:53 pmPresident Donald Trump blames Maryland Governor Wes Moore for Potomac River sewage disaster, claims incompetence led to the millions of gallons to spill into river.
- Democrats’ positivity about the party still in the dumps since Trump victory, poll finds
on February 18, 2026 at 7:50 pmA recent poll by The Associated Press-NORC indicated that only around 7 out of 10 Democrats hold a favorable view of their political party.
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- Ex-Man Utd star has strong words for Jose Mourinho over racism row
on February 18, 2026 at 7:05 pmFormer Manchester United player Mikael Silvestre has claimed Jose Mourinho has “failed us” over his response to Vinicius Junior’s allegations of racist abuse.
- Norwegian sets record with 10th Olympic gold medal at Winter Games
on February 18, 2026 at 4:29 pmNorway’s Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo has won his fifth Olympic gold medal at the Winter Games – and the 10th of his career.
- Jose Mourinho sounded like he was victim blaming – but Vinicius Junior needs empathy over alleged racist abuse
on February 18, 2026 at 4:26 pmVinicius Junior had every right to want to leave the pitch – and for the game to be abandoned.
- Eight skiers found dead after avalanche in California
on February 18, 2026 at 3:40 pmEight skiers have been found dead, and one is still missing, after an avalanche in the northern California mountains, authorities have said.
- ‘Outrageous’ Russia decision sees Ukrainian officials boycott Winter Paralympics
on February 18, 2026 at 12:24 pmUkrainian officials will boycott next month’s Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics over the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes who have been cleared to compete under their flags.
- Twelve people die in fireworks explosion at new year celebrations
on February 18, 2026 at 12:22 pmAt least 12 people have been killed after an explosion and fire at a fireworks shop in eastern China, the country’s state media has said.
- UEFA probing claims Real Madrid forward was racially abused – as Benfica release defiant statement
on February 18, 2026 at 12:18 pmUEFA has appointed an ethics and disciplinary inspector after allegations a racist slur was directed at Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior during last night’s Champions League match against Benfica.
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- Economists say French far right won’t sway ECB pick, but successor manoeuvring is ‘not a good look’
on February 18, 2026 at 6:24 pmAnalysts say a far-right victory in France would not be able to force through a ‘maverick” candidate or rewrite economic policy, though the political manoeuvring risks undermining the ECB’s reputation.
- Ukraine-US-Russia talks: ‘Progress’ on military track and only ‘dialogue’ on political aspect
on February 18, 2026 at 3:37 pmUkraine and Russia wrapped up the second day of the US-brokered talks in Geneva on Wednesday after just two hours of negotiations. Zelenskyy said on the military track “progress” was made, while on the political track there was “dialogue”.
- Heavy snowfall blankets Bucharest, transport services disrupted
on February 18, 2026 at 3:24 pmHeavy snowfall and strong winds disrupted road, rail and air traffic in southern Romania, with delays reported in Bucharest and flights diverted from the capital’s airport.
- Syrians work to erase al-Assad cult of personality after fall of regime
on February 18, 2026 at 1:53 pmUnder the previous dynastic regime, Syria went from a homeland for all to a “real estate registry” for the al-Assad family. Now, the interim government is undoing the hold the al-Assads had on Syrians for decades.
- Ash Wednesday: Millions mark start of Lent in the Philippines
on February 18, 2026 at 1:34 pmMillions of Filipinos observe Ash Wednesday with an ash cross, marking the start of Lent in the predominantly Christian nation
- Poland surpasses 1 million registered guns as Poles continue to arm themselves
on February 18, 2026 at 1:16 pmThe number of legally owned firearms in Poland has passed the 1 million mark for the first time, according to the latest figures presented by Polish police.
- Four French departments remain on red alert as Storm Pedro brings more flooding
on February 18, 2026 at 12:23 pmState forecaster Météo France warned that persistent winds of 100 kilometres per hour or more were expected across the southwest following Storm Pedro’s arrival, with powerful gales potentially reaching 140 km/h.
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- Air Canada Expands its Mexico Presence with New Montréal-Guadalajara Route
by Breaking Travel News on February 18, 2026 at 2:10 pmAir Canada has announced it is strategically expanding its summer schedule to Mexico with 18 per cent more seat capacity over last summer. While Canada and Mexico are deepening ties, the airline is further strengthening its schedule to support growing travel to and from Mexico.
- 60 years of ITB Berlin: 15 special anniversary moments on the Berlin Exhibition Grounds
by Breaking Travel News on February 18, 2026 at 2:08 pmFrom 3 to 5 March 2026, ITB Berlin is marking its sixtieth anniversary with some special highlights: from an after-work event and a journey through time in a DeLorean to community art and a 60-second round of applause, the industry will be honouring its past while looking towards the future.
- Hotel groups miss out 20% of guests due to data silos, new Ireckonu data shows.
by Breaking Travel News on February 18, 2026 at 2:06 pmIreckonu, a leading hospitality middleware and Customer Data Platform (CDP) provider for hotel groups, has reported today that siloed guest data across hotel operational areas (including restaurants, spas, golf facilities, and other auxiliary outlets) is preventing hotel groups from capturing up to 20% of opportunities to re-engage guests, improve recognition, and ultimately drive stronger loyalty and revenue growth.
- WorldTicket by GO7 sets out connected model for airline distribution
by Breaking Travel News on February 18, 2026 at 2:05 pmWorldTicket by GO7 has today outlined a connected model for airline distribution, designed to maximise reach, flexibility, and revenue opportunities across all booking channels. The company’s innovative holistic approach brings together Global Distribution Systems (GDS), New Distribution Capability (NDC), and direct OTA partnerships, with a virtual interlining solution launching soon to complete the stack.
- World Cetacean Alliance appoints Christopher Pickard as CEO
by Breaking Travel News on February 18, 2026 at 12:09 pmThe World Cetacean Alliance (WCA), a global charity and partnership dedicated to protecting whales, dolphins, and porpoises, has announced the appointment of Christopher Pickard as its new Chief Executive Officer. The WCA unites grassroots NGOs, research institutes, responsible tour operators, individuals and companies worldwide to safeguard cetaceans and their habitats.
- How The Use of AI In Travel Marketing Is Powering Smarter Growth
by Breaking Travel News on February 18, 2026 at 12:01 pmAI-powered marketing agencies have set a new standard of quality in a world where most brands require real-time performance and precise targeting. AI has transformed travel marketing through hyper-personalization, automated content creation and predictive analytics that have truly enhanced travelers’ engagement.
- Introducing Burgundy’s new Blackcurrant Route (Route du Cassis)
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by Breaking Travel News on February 18, 2026 at 7:18 amYou probably know Burgundy’s world-class wines, but there’s another local treasure waiting to be discovered: the blackcurrant. Between Dijon and Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy has unveiled a new foodie tourist itinerary that may soon become one of the region’s signature experiences: the Route du Cassis, or Blackcurrant Route. Stretching over 55km, the route makes Burgundy’s iconic blackcurrant a cultural symbol in its own right, uniting heritage, flavour and wellbeing. Set off along this delicious new trail and dive into the history and know-how behind this little fruit, grown in the region since the 17th century.
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