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📅February 21, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Global headlines feature Trump's tariff defiance post-Supreme Court ruling, Epstein probe arrests, celebrity deaths, military escalations in Poland and Iran-U.S. tensions, and Olympics heartbreak.
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Trump Imposes 10% Global Tariff Despite Supreme Court Ruling

U.S. President Trump disagreed with the Supreme Court's February 20 decision striking down his tariffs under IEEPA and immediately imposed a new 10% global tariff.Source 1Source 3 The ruling invalidated most prior tariffs against other nations.Source 2 This escalates trade tensions worldwide.Source 1

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Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Global Tariffs

On February 20, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's authority to enact tariffs using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, nullifying most existing tariffs.Source 1Source 2 Trump responded by announcing new tariffs effective immediately.Source 3 Markets reacted sharply to the developments.Source 1

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Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star, Dies at 53

Actor Eric Dane, known for his role in Grey’s Anatomy, has passed away at age 53.Source 1 Tributes poured in from fans and colleagues highlighting his contributions to television.Source 1 Details on the cause of death were not immediately released.Source 1

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Former Prince Andrew Arrested in Epstein Investigation

Prince Andrew's arrest marks a turning point in the Epstein case, according to Virginia Giuffre's family, calling it where 'the house of cards starts falling'.Source 1 Trump commented it’s a 'shame' amid the probe.Source 3 Developments follow hot mic incident with Wexner’s lawyer threatening at deposition.Source 1

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Poland Ramps Up Military Expansion, Withdraws from Landmine Treaty

Poland is accelerating its military buildup and has confirmed withdrawal from the landmine treaty amid regional tensions.Source 1Source 3 This move enhances defensive capabilities in Eastern Europe.Source 1 It signals heightened preparedness against potential threats.Source 3

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Trump Orders Release of All Government UFO and Alien Documents

President Trump announced he is ordering the release of all government documents on aliens and UFOs.Source 1 He criticized Obama for previously disclosing classified information on the topic.Source 3 This follows his claims about extraterrestrial existence.Source 1

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UN Warns Sudan Violence in El-Fasher Points to ‘Path of Genocide’

UN investigators cautioned that escalating violence in Sudan's El-Fasher indicates a trajectory toward genocide.Source 1Source 3 Ongoing clashes have raised alarms internationally.Source 1 Calls for intervention intensify as humanitarian crisis worsens.Source 3

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Canada Heartbroken After Losing Olympic Gold to U.S. in Women’s Hockey

At the Milano-Cortina Olympics, Canada lost the women's hockey gold medal to the U.S., leaving fans devastated.Source 1 The match was a highlight of the Winter Games underway in Italy.Source 2 Competition continues with high stakes.Source 1

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U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate with Failed Nuclear Talks

Iran's Supreme Leader deems 'deterrent weapons' necessary as U.S.-Iran standoff persists after nuclear deal talks collapsed.Source 1 Trump's increased military presence heightens war risks.Source 3 U.S. Secretary of State expressed concern but hope.Source 3

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Avalanche Near California’s Lake Tahoe Kills at Least 8 Skiers

An avalanche at Lake Tahoe, California, resulted in at least eight skiers dead.Source 1 Rescue efforts faced challenging conditions in the area.Source 1 Authorities issued warnings for backcountry skiing.Source 1

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Macron and Modi Unveil First H125 Helicopter Assembly Line in India

French President Macron and Indian PM Modi inaugurated the H125 helicopter final assembly line by Tata and Airbus in Karnataka.Source 4 They also launched India-France Year of Innovation 2026.Source 4 This boosts bilateral defense ties.Source 4

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Indian Navy Hosts Major Exercises MILAN 2026 and IFR 2026

The Indian Navy concluded multinational Exercise MILAN 2026 and International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 at Visakhapatnam from February 15-25.Source 4 Theme: “Camaraderie, Cooperation, Collaboration.” President Murmu presided over IFR.Source 4 It gathered global naval chiefs.Source 4