Stanley Cup contender tiers: Lightning look like favorites, Panthers in some trouble as NHL season resumes

Which teams can make a real push for the Stanley Cup in 2026?

‘We Serve Ourselves, Not Ukraine’: Slovak PM Lashes Out At Zelensky After Russia Ties Taunt

'You Used Illicit Mushrooms': GOP Senator Grills Trump’s Surgeon General Pick In Tense Hearing

US Senator Murray Clashes With Dr. Means In Hard Confrontation

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka bow out of the tournament; Pakistan’s hopes dim

Fiery Spat Between Sanders And Mullin Overshadows Means Hearing In US Senate

‘Fight Is On…’: Putin’s EU Ally Deploys Troops Over Ukrainian Actions, Explosive Declaration

Trump Erupts After 'Ukrainian Strike' Hit American-Linked Oil Sites; 'Not Acceptable...'

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Three European Nations Join Forces Against Ukraine; Trouble For Zelensky Over Russia Oil Blockade

Trump Picks Putin Over Zelensky? US Skips UN Vote On Russia War; Diplomatic Shockwaves In Ukraine

Bill Gates Finally Confesses, ‘Sorry I Had Affairs With Two Russian Girls’

SHOCK UKRAINE WAR TWIST: Putin's Warning 'SHAKES' Europe's Plans, Deployment Push Stalls

Why is the Communist Party warning cadres about their performance?

The party’s new governance campaign comes at a critical time for the ruling body and the country.

Merz’s China tightrope: German leader has warm words, hard questions for Beijing

China extends tech lead over South Korea and surpasses Japan in global ranking

Propelled by strategic R&D, China’s tech prowess is now the third highest, with key sectors such as batteries and biotech showing big gains...

China boy sues dad for using his US$11,500 red packet cash to pay remarriage costs

Court orders money-grabbing divorcee who took accumulated New Year gift money held in son’s bank account to pay back full amount.

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Trending in China | South China Morning Post

Hilary Knight says President Trump’s joke ‘distasteful’ and wants the focus on the US women’s Olympic success

Hilary Knight doesn’t want to let what she called a “distasteful joke” from President Donald Trump get in the way of a historic performance...

US to allow resale of Venezuelan oil to Cuba, Treasury says

The U.S. Treasury Department will authorize companies to resell Venezuelan oil to Cuba, aiming to alleviate the island's severe fuel shortag...

Nvidia keeps the AI party alive with a booming quarter and even better outlook

Nvidia shares weren't moving much in extended trading. But make no mistake, the chipmaker's earnings report was impressive.

Texas Tech's defensive line reaps benefits at NFL scouting combine

Texas Tech had the best college defensive line money could buy last season

Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify on Epstein ties. Here's what to know.

Bill and Hillary Clinton are set to give depositions to a House committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein. Here's what to know.

Missing Nancy Guthrie update as sheriff shares his location theory

Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing for nearly four weeks with Sheriff Chris Nanos saying he believes she is being kept locally in Arizona

Iran negotiators arrive in Geneva for high-stakes US talks

An Iranian delegation headed by its top diplomat arrived in Geneva on Wednesday for talks with the US, as the Islamic republic's president s...

SF Giants’ Bader puts dent into baseball — then literally dents food truck

Harrison Bader’s three-run home run was the hardest-hit ball by a Giant so far this spring

"We are proud Americans": Auston Matthews addresses Donald Trump’s comment on Women’s Hockey Champions

NHL News: Auston Matthews did not expect the glow of a long-overdue gold medal to be followed by questions about politics. Yet days after th...

‘Bridgerton’ season 4, part 2 updates: Here is all you need to know about the final episodes

News News: Bridgerton season 4 part 2 is almost here, with the final four episodes dropping on Netflix on February 26. Find out the exact gl...

Death toll in Brazilian floods rises to 46 as rescuers continue search

Emergency workers continue to search for missing residents of towns reeling from recent floods.

Is Ethiopia heading back to war with the TPLF or Eritrea in Tigray?

Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.

Nelson Dilipkumar's vision expands for 'KH x RK': Mammootty likely to join; Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan align schedules

The highly anticipated reunion of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan has officially moved into its next phase. Their upcoming collaboration which...

Red Carpet Welcome For PM Modi In Israel, Congress Slams Visit Over Gaza ‘Genocide’

Pentagon asks US defense contractors about reliance on Anthropic's services, source says

The Pentagon is assessing defense contractors' reliance on AI firm Anthropic, a move that could designate the company as a "supply chain ris...

Bill Gates Admits 'HUGE Mistake' With Epstein In PRIVATE Staff Meetings

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,463

These are the key developments from day 1,463 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

AI disruption didn't show up in Salesforce results. But the fears are hard to shake

The stock dropped in after-hours trading as investors remained anxious about the potential of AI disrupting traditional enterprise software...

Yankees to retire CC Sabathia's No. 52 in 2026, putting Hall of Famer among team legends in Monument Park

Sabathia was inducted into the Hall of Fame last year

Olympic star Jack Hughes returns to NHL -- missing a few front teeth

U.S. Olympic hero Jack Hughes was honored by the New Jersey Devils before their game Wednesday night against Buffalo as NHL play resumed fol...

CK group agrees to sell UK electricity operator for US$14.2 billion

Consortium has agreed to sell its interest in UK Power Networks to French multinational Engie.

Nvidia’s Huang says any Pentagon–Anthropic rift is 'not the end of the world'

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang weighed in on a conflict between the Defense Department and its strategic partner on Thursday, saying it's “not the...

‘My client is no mastermind’: Pair accused of kidnap, murder of Sydney grandfather front court

The men are accused of kidnapping and killing grandfather Chris Baghsarian, 85, in a case of mistaken identity.

Bill would ban prop bets on sports apps in Colorado as lawmakers seek to curb gambling addictions

Colorado lawmakers who are concerned about rising gambling addiction and betting scandals in professional sports filed a bill Wednesday that...

Wu-Tang Clan's Oliver 'Power' Grant passes away at 52

Oliver ‘Power’ Grant, co-founder and executive force behind legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan, has died at 52. Known for shaping the grou...

Why is Great Wolf Lodge one of the best family-friendly resorts?

Great Wolf Lodge is one of the best indoor water park resorts for families. Visit the 84 degree water park, family-friendly suites and enter...

China’s copper crash: from investment fad to scrap in a month

A brief speculative frenzy amid skyrocketing gold and silver prices leaves some retail investors holding shiny kilogram bars they can’t sell...

Texas grand jury declines to charge Homeland Security officer in fatal shooting

The death last March of Ruben Ray Martinez in South Padre Island was not disclosed by Department of Homeland Security for nearly a year.

Tommy Robinson welcomed by Trump administration in visit to Washington

Tommy Robinson was pictured smiling with a senior adviser at the US State Department in Washington

Man charged with threatening to kill Minnesota senator, inflict violence at State Capitol

Charges say he threated to kill lawmakers over losing money during the COVID-19 shutdown.

It took outcry, 15 hours for BBC to remove slur from BAFTA broadcast

The slur at the BAFTA Awards was not an intentional hate bomb, but it still carries the weight of its history and stings.

'Jana Nayagan' UPDATE: Vijay's film is politically charged; Inside reports hint blockbuster

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' continues to face major hurdles as it awaits clearance from the censor board. Directed by H Vinoth the action enterta...

Trump administration to withhold $259M in Minnesota Medicaid funds, citing fraud

The move, announced by Vice President JD Vance, targets alleged health care fraud and signals a broader crackdown that could extend to other...

Big Honour for India: PM Modi Becomes First to Receive Knesset Speaker’s Medal

'Trump card' Princess Anne can save the monarchy from the Andrew crisis, royal expert says

In the shadow of scandal, Princess Anne's steadfast presence shines brighter than ever. Her dedication and unwavering duty are the monarchy'...

Kash Patel Can’t Contain Himself

So much winning to enjoy.

Chennai: Supertree Readies To Open, CPI Veteran Nallakannu Passes Away, DMK Target Voters And More

Former Air Force pilot who provided ‘defense services’ to Chinese military arrested: DOJ

The Department of Justice (DOJ) said Wednesday that a former Air Force pilot was arrested because he gave “defense services” to Chinese mili...

The Will Cain Show - Wednesday, February 25

The Will Cain Show, Will Cain, SOTU, President Trump, USA Hockey, Team USA, Nancy Guthrie

Cuba says it killed 4 people aboard Florida-registered speedboat

Cuban soldiers killed four people and wounded six others aboard a Florida-registered speed boat that had entered Cuban waters and opened fir...

French minister Rachida Dati resigns to launch her Paris mayoral bid

The outspoken minister, who said she handed her resignation to French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday morning, had survived a series...

Dallas to pay $11.3M to settle downtown land dispute

The City Council voted Wednesday to pay the money to settle a 2025 condemnation lawsuit to acquire land near the old Dallas Morning News cam...

Newsom reveals the insult Trump threw at Jared Kushner when he found out he and his daughter were dating

Trump allegedly recounted a story about trying to set his daughter up with NFL legend Tom Brady, only to find out that she was ‘already dati...

Real Madrid win against Benfica for 'everyone who is against racism'

Real Madrid's win against Benfica was a "victory for everyone who stands against racism", midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni says.

Wu-Tang Clan founding member Oliver 'Power' Grant dead at 52

Wu-Tang Clan pioneer Oliver 'Power' Grant died at age 52, and founding members Method Man and Raekwon confirmed the news, sharing tributes o...

Mouthing Off | Hong Kong airport should stop overcharging for food. We’ve paid enough already!

Our taxes helped build the airport and our tickets include airport tax, so why should we pay extra for food and drinks before take-off?

Sangeet night shines in Udaipur; Rashmika Mandanna dances to Angaaron for Vijay Deverakonda

Wedding celebrations for Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda reached a high point during their sangeet ceremony at ITC Mementos. The cou...

Kalshi Boots Politician, YouTuber For Insider Trading

Predictions market site Kalshi said it recently closed two insider trading cases, with one involving a California politician who once ran fo...

Unacceptable racism, unsafe wards and ‘too fat’ to have a baby: Shocking report lays bare failures in NHS maternity services

Women forced to deliver babies in corridors, Asian women stereotyped as ‘princesses’ and black women’s pain dismissed are among shocking fin...

Nepal election 2026: When is the vote and who are the main candidates?

This election will be the first since deadly youth protests toppled the government in 2025.

Students given discount codes to sell sex online in ‘gateway’ to exploitation, major report into modern slavery warns

Pimps using the internet to reach new victims with promise of glamorous life and financial independence, anti-slavery commissioner warns

CM Adityanath invited Japanese entrepreneurs to invest in Uttar Pradesh

CM Adityanath invites Japanese investors to Uttar Pradesh, highlighting its growth potential and cultural significance for industrial cooper...

US and Iran to hold further talks as pressure for nuclear deal builds

The indirect negotiations are seen as a last-ditch effort to prevent a conflict, but the chances of a nuclear agreement are unclear.

Starmer urges voters to reject ‘toxic’ politics in last ditch plea to win crucial Gorton and Denton by-election

With his premiership on the line, the prime minsiter issued a final message to voters in Gorton and Denton where Labour’s seventh safest sea...

Maduro's lawyer says US is blocking Venezuela government from paying deposed leader's drug defense

The Trump administration is blocking Venezuela's government from paying for the cost of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro's defense against d...

FBI obtained Kash Patel and Susie Wiles phone records during Biden administration

By Jana Winter WASHINGTON, Feb 25 (Reuters) - The FBI subpoenaed records of phone calls made by Kash Patel and Susie Wiles, now the FBI dire...

Lightning coach Jon Cooper to miss 2 games after his father's death

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper is stepping away for two games after his father Robert died

The family-owned soda firm that stuck to returnable glass bottles

Soft drinks company Twig's Beverage has a loyal following for its old-fashioned approach.

Foo Fighters review — back to their roots with primal rock ’n’ roll

The line-up in Shepherd’s Bush was as tight as expected from a band used to filling stadiums, but there was a ferocity that isn’t possible i...

Mary Cosby’s son Robert Cosby Jr. passes away at 23 in suspected overdose

TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains references to alcohol and drug addiction.Robert Cosby Jr., the son of 'The Real Housewives of Salt La...

"Zero Tolerance For Terrorist Acts..."Jaishankar Sends Strong Message Against Terror at UNHRC

Cuba coast guard says it shot and killed four on US-registered speedboat

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was seeking its own facts about the shooting and would 'respond accordingly.' In Washingto...

IT bounce breaks 5-day losing run, but analysts warn relief may be short-lived

Indian IT stocks saw a brief rebound on Wednesday, ending a losing streak. However, analysts caution this relief might be temporary. Most de...

Nepal's Gen Z protest: BBC reveals police order to fire

New evidence reveals what happened when 19 people were shot dead in Kathmandu last September.

Illinois lawmakers approve Christopher Meister as state’s new auditor general

The executive director of the Illinois Finance Authority will succeed Frank Mautino, who is retiring.

Harry and Meghan to visit World Central Kitchen’s Middle East headquarters

The Sussexes have travelled to Jordan at the invitation of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreye...

Gorton and Denton to vote in by-election that could determine Starmer’s future

The Greens have sought to pitch themselves as the only option for anti-Reform voters.

Thursday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

The S&P 500 booked back-to-back gains Wednesday as tech giants — including Nvidia — jumped during the session.

NHS ‘incentivised’ to record baby deaths as stillborn

A review led by Baroness Amos warns that a ‘deeply unfair’ law prevents coroners from investigating stillbirths, leaving bereaved parents to...

‘I’d gone from the happiest I’ve ever been to the worst possible news’

Katie Fowler’s daughter Abigail died at two days old after a series of maternity care failings during her birth

Michael Portillo invites Wes Streeting to the hard-luck club

Plus: David Lammy’s route up the greasy pole; Labour’s tilt at leadership challenge; how spycraft is a numbers game; and Michael Crick’s by-...

A majestic Holi celebration — and other news in pictures

Times picture editors select photos from around the world, from the actress Jessie Buckley to wrestlers calling in a bountiful harvest. Whic...

Warmer weather set to bring ‘welcome explosion’ of spring colour, RHS says

Horticultural charity says winter-flowering plants are rapidly being joined by daffodils, camellias and magnolias.

Glasgow named Scotland’s ‘most generous city’ after response to Hoy appeal

GoFundMe said Glasgow was the second-most generous city in the UK during 2025.

Medicaid halts some funding to Minnesota due to fraud concerns

CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz said his agency paused the payment of $259 million of deferred Medicaid payments to Minnesota following an a...

Budget reveal: government turns matchmaker with stronger hand in shaping economy

This year’s budget and clear adoption of national goals show Hong Kong government playing a greater role in the economy.

443 days later: what Yoon’s life sentence means for South Korean democracy

As the ex-president appeals his life sentence for a martial law plot, judicial reform is back on the agenda for a deeply divided nation.

Ex-football manager Harry Redknapp credits his late grandmother for Cheltenham Gold Cup dream

English football icon Harry Redknapp said that his late grandmother, the inspiration for his love of horse racing, “wouldn’t believe” he had...

Why SJ Semiconductor matters in China’s race to build home-grown AI chips

SJ Semiconductor’s listing highlights the growing role of chip packaging in China’s strategy to narrow the technology gap.

Trump’s Fantasy State of the Union

Ezra Klein and Aaron Retica react to Trump’s 2026 State of the Union speech.

Postpartum Depression (Webcast)

Parenthood is often celebrated as a time of joy and growth, but for many new parents, it also can bring unique mental health challenges. Anx...

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