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World's largest aircraft carrier heads to Middle East as Iran nuclear tensions spike dramatically

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group heads to Middle East as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate, joining USS Abraham Lincoln already deployed in region.

Russia gets Paralympic slots under national flag as Ukraine officials boycott over 'outrageous decision'

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Ukrainian officials announced a boycott of the Paralympic Games after Russia and Belarus were awarded slots to compete under their national flags, sparking international controversy.

Eileen Gu says she's been 'physically assaulted' over representing China instead of US at Olympics

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Olympic skier Eileen Gu claimed she has been "physically assaulted" and received death threats ever since she decided to represent China instead of the United States.

FBI joins probe in murder of Christian teacher shot in Ohio home as 'American Idol' husband, children slept

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

FBI joins investigation into murder of Ashley Flynn, 27-year-old Ohio mother and teacher shot and killed in her Tipp City home while family slept nearby.

Shinedown slammed by fans as ‘cowards’ after doubling down on decision to exit Rock the Country festival

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Fans slam Shinedown as "cowards" after band exits Kid Rock's Rock the Country festival. Singer Brent Smith defends the controversial decision amid intense backlash.

Man charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting victim in face with crossbow: police

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Long Island man allegedly shot his sister in the face with a crossbow, facing attempted murder charges that could bring 25 years in prison if convicted.

Chiefs' Rashee Rice hit with lawsuit from ex-girlfriend alleging domestic abuse

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Chiefs WR Rashee Rice faces a new $1 million lawsuit from his ex-girlfriend, Dacoda Jones, who alleged he assaulted her on multiple occasions while pregnant.

Leavitt scoffs at reporter who questioned when Trump has been 'falsely called racist': 'You're kidding?'

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt vows to provide "receipts" after a reporter questions whether President Donald Trump was "falsely called racist."

'The View' hosts agree AOC had major gaffes in European summit, 'just didn't have a recovery'

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

While there was some debate, most of the co-hosts of "The View" agreed that Rep. Ocasio-Cortez had multiple major gaffes on the world stage at the summit in Munich.

FCC chair rips Colbert 'hoax' after CBS denied blocking Talarico interview, says media fell for it

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr scolded the media for pushing the narrative that CBS blocked Stephen Colbert's interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico, which the network denied.

Rubio announces designation for Nicaraguan prison official tied to alleged human rights violations

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

U.S. designates Nicaragua prison director Roberto Clemente Guevara Gómez as Secretary of State Marco Rubio demands release of political prisoners.

Ocasio-Cortez roasted for 'rehab story' in The New York Times after Munich missteps

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's attempt to clean up her missteps in Munich in an interview with The New York Times were mocked by critics on both sides on Tuesday.

Dog crashes women's Olympic team sprint race, crosses finish line in chaotic moment

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

A 2-year-old dog named Nazgul stole the show at the women's Olympic team sprint event, following racers to finish line in a wild scene.

Trump worries Potomac ‘will still stink’ during America250 celebration after massive sewage spill

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

President Donald Trump blames Maryland Governor Wes Moore for Potomac River sewage disaster, claims incompetence led to the millions of gallons to spill into river.

Democrats' positivity about the party still in the dumps since Trump victory, poll finds

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

A recent poll by The Associated Press-NORC indicated that only around 7 out of 10 Democrats hold a favorable view of their political party.

STEVE FORBES: Don't crush homeowners to pay for NYC's out-of-control budget

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes 9.5% property tax increase for New York City as part of $127 billion budget, warning of $5.4 billion shortfall without new revenue from Albany.

Justice Department fights back after federal judge blocks Trump’s wind energy freeze

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The Trump administration appealed a federal judge's ruling that blocked his offshore wind pause order, setting up a legal battle over renewable energy policy.

8 skiers found dead, 1 missing after massive Lake Tahoe avalanche

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Viral boiled apple tea craze promises better digestion, glowing skin; experts urge caution

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

A viral TikTok trend has users brewing "boiled apple tea" for digestive benefits. The warm drink, dubbed "Chinese baddie tea," is said to support gut health.

Internet user searched for Nancy Guthrie's address and daughter's salary before 'Today' host's mother vanished

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Google searches for Nancy Guthrie's address occurred weeks before the suspected kidnapping of Savannah Guthrie's mother in Tucson, Arizona.

Mamdani plan pours millions into ‘racial equity’ offices and six-figure diversity jobs, cuts 5,000 NYPD jobs

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

NYC Mayor Mamdani's $127 billion budget allocates $10.2 million to racial equity offices while proposing significant property tax hikes and NYPD cuts.

New poll finds 9% of US adults identify as LGBTQ+ — nearly triple the amount recorded in 2012

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Gallup estimated that, according to data gathered in 2025 phone interviews, 9% of U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ+, a figure similar to data from 2024.

Eating oatmeal for two days has unexpected impact on heart health, study suggests

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

A German study found that eating oats for just two days can lower "bad" cholesterol by 10% and reduces diabetes risk in people with metabolic syndrome.

UN Security Council moves up session on Gaza, West Bank ahead of Trump’s inaugural Board of Peace meeting

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The U.N. Security Council will hold a meeting on Gaza’s fragile ceasefire and expanding Israeli operations in the West Bank earlier to avoid clashing with President Trump’s meeting.

Fox Nation rides with America’s modern-day cowboys to reveal the hard, unseen work behind every steak

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Fox Nation's "Cattle Drive: American Cowboy" follows modern cowboys in North Dakota doing the hard work before dawn that puts steak on America's tables.