Sun, sand and empty beaches: Trump oil squeeze chokes Cuba's tourism
VARADERO BEACH, Cuba, Feb 18 - Cuba's Varadero peninsula is a postcard of a tropical paradise: turquoise waters, powder-white sand and palm trees.
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Africa: South African Entrepreneur Boosts Africa-China Trade With Two-Way Business Model
[Nile Post] A South African entrepreneur is bridging the gap between Africa and China, helping African businesses access Chinese markets while promoting African products abroad.
Lunar New Year-Ramadan Resolutions
The British Museum in hot water over using "Canaan" instead of Palestine in labels, Ocean Vuong's photography, Lunar New Year celebrations in NYC, and Seph Rodney on the need for art that gives us an "elsewhere to imagine."
Saks and Neiman low on luxury goods as fashion labels fret over court battle with Amazon
Amazon, whose mammoth claim stems from a flopped e-commerce partnership with Saks, has vowed to use all "available legal remedies" to fight for its money, according to court documents.
Mama Don’t Take My Chromophobia Away
"Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year is selling us a white fantasy."
Fireworks shop explosion kills 12 in China
The fire covered an area of around 50 sq m.
Africa: Guterres Declares - 'Africa Must Be At the Table and Benefit From Its Own Wealth'
[Liberian Investigator] Addis Ababa -- In a forceful address at the 39th African Union Summit, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres delivered what many observers are calling one of his most direct endorsements yet of Africa's long-standing demands: permanent
Africa: Zim Gears Up for Continental Triathlon As Nyanga Hosts 2026 Africa Cup
[263Chat] Preparations for the 2026 Bonaqua Africa Triathlon Cup and Multisport Festival which will take place on 14 March at Troutbeck Resort in Nyanga are at an advanced stage.
11 Johor divisions of Malaysia’s Bersatu announce dissolution
More divisions had reportedly announced plans to dissolve after the expulsion of deputy president Hamzah Zainudin.
East Africa: Erdogan Criticises Israel's Recognition of Somaliland, Warns Against Foreign Rivalry in Horn of Africa
[Shabelle] Addis Ababa -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday sharply criticised Israel's decision to recognise Somaliland, warning that the move would neither benefit Somaliland nor the wider Horn of Africa region.
Sleeper shark filmed for first time in Antarctica’s near-freezing deep waters
A sleeper shark measuring up to four meters was filmed at a depth of nearly 500 meters in the Antarctic Ocean, marking the first recorded sighting of a shark so far south. Researchers say the species may have long gone undetected in the region’s cold, remote waters.
Turkey pleased with alignment steps by Syria and Kurdish forces, Erdogan says
ISTANBUL, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said he is pleased to see steps taken in neighbouring Syria to integrate the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into state structures, after a U.S.-backed ceasefire deal late last month between the sides. In
Turkey foreign minister to attend Trump's Board of Peace meeting in Washington
ANKARA, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will travel to Washington in lieu of President Tayyip Erdogan for the inaugural meeting of U.S. President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" on Thursday, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. A Turkish diplomatic
'Shocked and disgusted': Explaining the controversy at the heart of this year’s Berlin Film Festival
This year’s Berlinale has been rocked by huge backlash over the sidelining of political discourse. Now, in an open letter, more than 80 prominent film figures have condemned the Berlin Film Festival’s “silence” on Gaza. Here's everything you need to know.
Japan to ban in-flight use of power banks from April
The ban will extend to charging smartphones via onboard power outlets.
Uzbekistan targets 12 million tourists in 2026 as AI reshapes hospitality
Industry representatives say artificial intelligence is now used in pricing algorithms, occupancy monitoring and customer analytics. Discussions at the Hotel Business Forum in Tashkent focused on how data tools can support capacity growth and operational efficiency.
Russia says Ukraine peace talks in Geneva were difficult, but business-like
MOSCOW, Feb 18 - Russia's chief negotiator Vladimir Medinsky said on Wednesday that U.S.-mediated peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Geneva had been difficult but business-like, and that a new round of talks would be held soon.
Merz questions German need for future manned fighter jet amid FCAS trouble
BERLIN, Feb 18 - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has questioned whether developing a manned sixth-generation fighter jet still makes sense for his country's air force, referring to the troubled FCAS project that seeks to build such a jet.
Watch the video: European Commission vs Shein — let's unbox the investigation
Everyone loves a good bargain. But what if your €3 t-shirt comes with extra baggage? It all started last year with a massive scandal in France. Authorities found illegal products, including a childlike sex doll, being sold on Shein. Now, the EU is stepping in.
Persistent antimicrobial resistance in the food chain underlines need for a ‘One Health’ approach
A joint assessment by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) warns that resistance in pathogens such as Salmonella and Campylobacter “continues to be a public health concern across Europe”. At issue is the
Fuel shortages leave Havana streets piled with trash
Fuel shortages in Cuba disrupt rubbish collection, leaving waste in the streets and deepening concerns over failing basic services
Beijing slams US appointment of Tibetan rights envoy
China accused the United States of “using Tibet-related issues to interfere in China’s internal affairs”.
Asahi beverage group confirms 110,000 personal data records leaked
The cyberattack in September caused a system failure, forcing Asahi to suspend shipments of beer and food products.
How to write a coaching/learning prompt
An AI like Claude is actually a pretty good fortune cookie. You can ask a simple question and get a simple answer, sometimes a profound one. But this is a waste of the tool’s potential. The AI is patient. It’s capable of remembering things over time. And it will persist if you
An Introduction to Outsider Artist Henry Darger and His Bizarre 15,000-Page Illustrated Masterwork
The expression “Don’t quit your day job” is often used as an insult, implying that the recipient’s creative skills aren’t up to attracting a career-supporting audience. But it can also be practical advice in certain cases, especially those of artists possessed of a sensibility
As Israel takes steps to claim land in West Bank, U.S. stands by
Despite President Donald Trump’s opposition to annexation, Israel has taken steps to expand control over the West Bank that experts say may lead to seizure of territory.
Chitosan-nickel biomaterial becomes stronger when wet, and could replace plastics
A new study led by the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) has unveiled the first biomaterial that is not only waterproof but actually becomes stronger in contact with water. The material is produced by the incorporation of nickel into the structure of chitosan, a
TCL Edelweiss Land celebrates the Olympic Winter Games through technology
We spoke to Stefan Streit, CMO, TCL Europe at the TCL Edelweiss Land showcase in Milan, where visitors can experience the brand’s latest tech—from SQD-Mini LED TVs and AR glasses to smart home appliances.
As glaciers retreat, Greenland seals may lose key feeding hotspots
Studying foraging behavior in marine mammals is especially difficult. Unlike terrestrial animals, which can often be directly observed, marine mammals feed underwater and across vast, remote areas, making it challenging to determine where and what they eat. Most diet studies
Minneapolis Mayor’s Emotional Message to Trump: You Failed to Break Us
In today’s episode, we talk to Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey about the latest developments in his city. Donald Trump and border czar Tom Homan have said they’re winding down ICE’s occupation, and Frey tells us there are some positive signs in this regard. But Frey also discusses
