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Cuba vows to counter 'terrorist' attacks after clashing with US-based boat
AFP, Published on 26/02/2026
» HAVANA — Cuba vowed Thursday to defend against "terrorist and mercenary" attacks after reporting it had killed four gunmen on a US-registered boat -- a bloody incident that added to deepening tensions between Havana and Washington.
US eases Cuba oil embargo but demands 'dramatic' change
AFP, Published on 26/02/2026
» BASSETERRE (SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS) - The United States on Wednesday eased an oil embargo on Cuba but Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the communist-run island must change "dramatically," saying it had only itself to blame for an economic crisis.
Despite drop in 2025, Russian oil exports exceed pre-war volumes: report
AFP, Published on 24/02/2026
» HELSINKI - While Russian oil exports dropped last year, Russia is still exporting higher volumes than before its invasion of Ukraine in 2022, researchers said Tuesday, calling for stricter sanctions enforcement.
Ukraine marks four years since Russian invasion
AFP, Published on 24/02/2026
» KYIV (UKRAINE) - Ukraine was on Tuesday marking the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, with a show of solidarity from its staunchest allies and no immediate end in sight to Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II.
Small US firms wary but hopeful amid tariff upheaval
AFP, Published on 21/02/2026
» WASHINGTON - Small American businesses warned on Friday that a tougher trade landscape was here to stay, as the Supreme Court’s rejection of sweeping tariffs was quickly followed by President Donald Trump’s pledge to impose new duties.
Anxious Venezuelans seek clarity on new amnesty law
AFP, Published on 21/02/2026
» CARACAS - Families in Venezuela continued to wait anxiously outside prisons Friday, as questions swirled about a newly passed mass amnesty law pushed through by interim authorities following the US toppling of Nicolas Maduro.
New study probes why chronic pain lasts longer in women
AFP, Published on 21/02/2026
» NEW YORK - To all the women who've heard the frustrating "it's all in your head" in response to medical maladies, a new study out Friday feels your pain.
Victorious Takaichi promises 'strong and prosperous' Japan
AFP, Published on 20/02/2026
» TOKYO — Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged Friday to make Japan "strong and prosperous", while hitting out at China and pledging to keep "hitting the growth button" following her party landslide election win.
Venezuela parliament unanimously approves amnesty law
AFP, Published on 20/02/2026
» CARACAS — Venezuela's National Assembly on Thursday unanimously approved a long-awaited amnesty law that could free hundreds of political prisoners jailed for being government detractors.
North Korea opens key party congress
AFP, Published on 20/02/2026
» SEOUL — North Korea has opened a key party congress, state media said Friday, a once-in-five-years showcase that analysts say will outline a wide range of national priorities, including nuclear objectives.