Maxwell’s clemency pitch: can Epstein accomplice talk her way out of prison? Experts question convicted sex trafficker’s motivations as she claims she can reveal ‘truth’ in exchange for freedom The Guardian - US · Feb 15
Barack Obama unleashes on Trump as he breaks silence over president's video depicting him and Michelle as apes The video has drawn criticism from Trump’s own Republican party Evening Standard · Feb 15
EU chief hits back at ‘European-bashing’ after Rubio speech Kaja Kallas rejected what she called ‘European-bashing’ a day after Marco Rubio said the US does not want ‘weak’ allies The Independent UK · Feb 15
Ex-watchdogs warn rush to give power to local police in immigration crackdown risks ‘threat to civil rights’ Critics say Trump administration’s rapidly expanding system is open to abuse and risks alienating communities from local police The Guardian - US · Feb 15
Stimulus Checks in the Form of Tax Refunds? What the Pros Are Saying Is Possible Find out what you can expect and what the pros are saying is actually possible. GOBankingRates · Feb 15
Rubio outlines MAGA's foreign policy doctrine in Munich His message dovetailed with Vice President Vance's address at the same conference last year — but was softer in tone and better received. Axios · Feb 15
Munich Security Conference: Six quotes to take away from the world's biggest security conference The annual gathering at the Munich Security Conference laid bare competing visions of the West. While Rubio called on Europe to help save a common civilisation, Kaja Kallas suggested Europe does not need saving. Euronews · Feb 15
Epstein files rock Britain — but why? The contrast with Trump's America is both obvious and shocking — but it’s not the whole story Salon · Feb 15
US Secratary of State Rubio tours Central Europe to bolster ties with Trump allies Fico and Orbán US Secretary of State visits Slovakia and Hungary to discuss energy deals and peace initiatives with nationalist leaders. Both Robert Fico and Viktor Orbán align with Trump's agenda on migration and Ukraine and are fierce critics of the European Union. Euronews · Feb 15
Iran says it’s open to compromise in nuclear talks if US lifts sanctions Deputy foreign minister says ‘ball was in America’s court to prove they want to do a deal’ The Independent UK · Feb 15
Name's Trump. Donald J Trump: US president's blitz to stamp his name on America ... and beyond President Donald Trump has actively sought to brand institutions and assets with his name during his presidency. From renaming roads and government websites to proposing battleships and even currency, Trump has pursued a strategy of shaping his legacy by attaching his name to various ventures, often with controversy. The Times of India · Feb 15
'The ball is in America's court': Iran signals readiness to compromise in nuclear deal if US lifts sanctions Iran’s deputy foreign minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi said that Tehran is ready to consider compromises to reach a nuclear deal with the United States, provided Washington is willing to discuss lifting sanctions. The Times of India · Feb 15
Obama confirms alien conspiracy is true during podcast appearance IN FULL The Independent UK · Feb 15
Rosie O'Donnell made secret return to US Rosie O'Donnell recently made a secret return to the US - and was surprised at how "very different" it seemed in the year since she moved to Ireland. BANG Premier · Feb 15
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa: ‘People say The Sopranos is their comfort food – even though it’s about killers and drug addicts’ INTERVIEW: For six seasons, Steve Schirripa and Michael Imperioli lived at the heart of television’s most notorious crime family. Decades on, they speak to Annabel Nugent about the show’s legacy, James Gandolfini, and what Tony Soprano’s mobsters would’ve made of Trump
The Times of India · Feb 15 'Time to end Islamic republic': Exiled prince Reza Pahlavi urges Donald Trump to help Iranian people Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's last shah, has appealed to US President Donald Trump. He called for an end to the Islamic republic, stating it is the demand of the Iranian people. Pahlavi asked Trump to help Iranians, referencing the President's earlier remarks about change in Iran. Trump has increased…
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Kristi Noem says she will ensure the ‘right people’ vote in midterms and elect ‘the right leaders’ The Homeland Security Secretary said her department was responsible for election security
The Independent UK · Feb 15 ‘First feline’ Larry marks 15 years as Britain’s political top cat Larry the cat is marking 15 years as Britain’s Chief Mouser at 10 Downing Street, a symbol of stability in turbulent political times
The Times of India · Feb 15 'Seen in dictatorships': Barack Obama slams ICE raids in Minnesota Former President Barack Obama has strongly criticized immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota, labeling the actions of federal agents as "rogue behavior" reminiscent of authoritarian regimes. He praised citizens who protested the raids, highlighting their organized resistance and peaceful demonstrations as a source of hope for the nation.
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Clean-up in Area 51: Obama forced to clarify his claim that aliens exist ‘Statistically, the universe is so vast that the odds are good there’s life out there,’ Obama said, as he explained his theory
The Times of India · Feb 15 Despite 4,400 court rulings declaring immigrant detentions illegal, Trump administration’s ICE crackdown continues Over 400 federal judges have ruled more than 4,400 times since October that the Trump administration is illegally detaining immigrants. This comes as detention numbers under Trump have jumped 75% to 68,000, sparking over 20,200 federal lawsuits from detainees seeking release, according to a Reuters report.
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Fans who raised Greenland's flag at US-Denmark Olympic hockey game say it was a pro-European gesture Two fans who raised a flag of Greenland as the United States played Denmark in men’s hockey at the Winter Olympics say they did so as a gesture of European support for the island and for Denmark
The Independent UK · Feb 15 Trump administration sued after taking over DC public golf courses The president, an avid golfer, has begun moves to take control of Potomac Golf Links and other public courses, arguing that they are in need of significant refurbishment
The Guardian - US · Feb 15 Trump news at a glance: Danish PM believes US president still wants to own Greenland Mette Frederiksen and her Greenlandic counterpart, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, said the pressure on the island’s people was “unacceptable”. Key US politics stories from 14 February at a glance
GOBankingRates · Feb 15 2 Economic Scenarios That Could Trigger Another Wave of Stimulus Checks, According to Economists An article published earlier this year by USA Today explored the idea of Americans receiving a "tariff dividend" refund check, as President Trump mentioned.