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Daniel Cathiard Dies at 81; Turned Bordeaux Estate Into Champion Winery
He came to winemaking late, after a career in retail, and turned the 18th-century Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte into one of France’s most esteemed vineyards.
Published: February 12, 2026, 5:54 pm
Europe Worries Trump Poses Threat to Its Financial and Tech Sovereignty
European leaders have been compelled to address the possibility of once-remote risks to the financial networks and technology that undergird their economies.
Published: February 12, 2026, 8:27 pm
Dutch Prosecutors Fine Louis Vuitton Netherlands in Money Laundering Case
The Dutch subsidiary of the luxury brand agreed to pay a nearly $600,000 settlement in a money laundering and terrorism financing case.
Published: February 12, 2026, 4:37 pm
Henry McGowan Found Not Guilty By Reason of Insanity in Father’s Murder
Henry McGowan of New York City was charged in the death of his father in an Irish hotel. He had struggled with mental illness for several years.
Published: February 12, 2026, 7:05 pm
NATO Remains Vital to U.S. Security, Ex-Ambassadors and Generals Say
Amid doubts over President Trump’s commitment to the alliance, an administration official told a NATO gathering that the U.S. is pulling back, but not abandoning European security.
Published: February 12, 2026, 5:09 pm
Across Italy, the Winter Olympic Vibes Are Very Different
In Milan, the hub of the Winter Games, the atmosphere seems subdued, while the small towns hosting mountain events are seeing enthusiastic crowds.
Published: February 12, 2026, 10:33 am
‘How to Get to Heaven From Belfast’: Lisa McGee Spins a Comedic Mystery
Lisa McGee said she had envisaged her new show, “How to Get to Heaven From Belfast,” as a sort of modern, funny “Murder, She Wrote.” Just don’t expect tired Irish stereotypes.
Published: February 12, 2026, 11:35 am
These Ukrainian Drones Don’t Just Kill. They Deliver Oatmeal Cookies.
In a war where drones are synonymous with destruction, some are also used to drop care packages to Ukraine’s frontline soldiers.
Published: February 12, 2026, 10:00 am
Ukrainian Olympian Is Disqualified Over Helmet Honoring War Dead
Olympic officials ruled that Vladyslav Heraskevych’s helmet violated a prohibition on political speech, setting off outrage at the Winter Games in Italy.
Published: February 12, 2026, 7:10 pm
Olympic Figure Skaters Are on Thin Ice Over Music Copyright Rules
Some Olympic athletes have found themselves caught up in controversies over musical choices before and during one of the biggest competitions of their careers.
Published: February 12, 2026, 1:21 pm
Turkish Nobel Novelist Orhan Pamuk Gets the Netflix Series He Wanted
After publishing more than 20 books and winning a Nobel Prize, the Turkish author fought to bring a celebrated novel to the screen — on his own terms.
Published: February 12, 2026, 9:05 am
Switzerland to Vote on Capping Population at 10 Million
After a campaign by a right-wing opposition party, the government will hold a referendum in June that would require measures to limit immigration.
Published: February 11, 2026, 8:38 pm
U.K. Police Weigh Whether to Formally Investigate Former Prince Andrew Over Epstein Accusations
The police are weighing whether to formally investigate Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over accusations he shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein.
Published: February 11, 2026, 8:31 pm
U.K. Inquest Finds British Woman Was Killed ‘Unlawfully’ in Texas Shooting
A British coroner ruled that a Texas man acted with gross negligence when he accidentally shot his 23-year-old daughter, who was visiting from Britain last year.
Published: February 11, 2026, 6:47 pm
In the Sci-Fi World of ‘Arco’, It’s About ‘Respecting Kids’ Intelligence’
The Oscar-nominated “Arco” aims to give viewers of all ages hope in the possibility of a brighter tomorrow.
Published: February 11, 2026, 7:04 pm
Iran Commemorates Revolution, With U.S. Warships Lurking Off the Coast
The authoritarian clerical regime in Tehran came to power in 1979. Today, it presides over a country that is deeply polarized and under threat of an American attack.
Published: February 11, 2026, 7:30 pm
Revelations in Epstein Files Lead to Resignations and Investigations Around the World
Disclosures in documents released by the Trump administration have roiled the world, leading to resignations and the threat of legal charges far beyond American borders.
Published: February 11, 2026, 2:33 pm
NATO Is Expected to Step Up Arctic Security. Here’s Why.
As Russia displays its military might in the Arctic region, the Western alliance is beginning a mission to increase its presence there.
Published: February 11, 2026, 6:07 pm
How Hate Groups Are Using Online Games to Recruit Kids
Fringe movements are using games and other online platforms to draw growing numbers of children to their causes, new data and dozens of interviews show.
Published: February 11, 2026, 8:36 pm
‘Finding Harmony’ Documentary on King Charles Shows His Longtime Concern for Environment
Environmentalism may have gone out of fashion on Wall Street and in the White House, but the British monarch says he remains deeply committed to the cause in a new documentary, ‘Finding Harmony’.
Published: February 11, 2026, 2:34 pm
Lorde takes aim at ICE as she donates $200k for Minnesota immigrant rights group
Lorde is causing a stir with a $204,000 donation from her Minneapolis tour merch to immigrant rights groups - and a hand‑scrawled 'ICE OUT' message on social media.
Published: February 12, 2026, 4:00 pm
Hailey Bieber appears to suffer a major wardrobe malfunction as she heads out for super yacht cruise around Sydney Harbour
Hailey Bieber made the most of Sydney's balmy weather on Wednesday by enjoying the city's famous harbour.
Published: February 12, 2026, 8:20 am
Hailey Bieber flaunts her chiseled abs in a racy yellow bikini as she launches beauty brand Rhode in Australia
The model-turned-mogul, 29, took to her Instagram Story to snap a sultry mirror selfie that showed her wearing a yellow bandeau top and low-rise bikini bottoms.
Published: February 12, 2026, 8:08 am
Missing Justin? Hailey Bieber looks downcast as she leaves popular Sydney eatery in a sexy low-cut dress after touching down in Australia to launch her beauty line Rhode
She touched down in sunny Sydney this week for the exciting launch of her beauty line, Rhode, in Australia.
Published: February 12, 2026, 5:14 am
Woolworths shoppers notice popular item vanished from shelves: 'I will pass away if they stop selling it'
A Woolworths customer sparked panic online after noticing the apparent disappearance of a popular savoury snack, prompting fears of the product's discontinuation.
Published: February 12, 2026, 3:11 am
Why thousands of shoppers are queuing down Sydney street RIGHT NOW: 'The most stressful morning of my life'
Thousands of Aussies are flocking to a shop in Sydney, with massive lines stretching down George Street on Thursday.
Published: February 12, 2026, 2:42 am
Hailey Bieber cuts a chic figure as she arrives in Sydney with a huge entourage ahead of Australian launch of her skincare brand Rhode
Hailey Bieber has touched down in Australia ahead of the Down Under launch of her skincare brand Rhode.
Published: February 11, 2026, 2:26 am
The Summit review by CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Stilted, staged and blatantly fake, this Traitors-up-a-mountain is pointless
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: A party of immature strangers is stranded in the wilderness, somewhere on the far side of the world.
Published: February 11, 2026, 12:55 am
BBC Breakfast host Emma Vardy, 44, gives birth to her second child and reveals his sweet name
The presenter, 44, announced the happy news on Wednesday and took to Instagram to share adorable photos of her baby Rocky Beau.
Published: February 12, 2026, 4:20 pm
ANDREW PIERCE: Why is the mandarin who backed Peter Mandelson as US ambassador still at the heart of No10?
Jonathan Powell had been a vocal champion of Peter Mandelson getting the plum diplomatic role in the US, despite the latter's extensive links to Jeffrey Epstein.
Published: February 12, 2026, 12:48 am
Email shows Peter Mandelson reminiscing about his 'first meeting' with Jeffrey Epstein - as officials probe whether ex-Blair minister was feeding Cabinet secrets to paedo financier as far back as 1999
Documents show Mandelson about first meeting Epstein at the summer home of Lynn Forester de Rothschild in Martha's Vineyard, an island enclave of the super rich in New England.
Published: February 11, 2026, 2:03 pm