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Halkbank Faces Court Talk Over Sanctions Break‑In

March 3, 2026

A meeting in a New York federal court is set for Tuesday. U. S. lawyers and Halkbank’s team will meet Judge Richard Berman in Manhattan. The talk could decide the next part of a long legal battle. The case began when U. S. prosecutors charged Halkbank in 2019. They say the bank helped Iran

politics

Heroes Remembered, New Battles Ahead

March 3, 2026

President Trump presented the highest military honor to three former soldiers at the White House, highlighting past bravery while he spoke about current foreign policy. The ceremony included families of the recipients and a former partner who had been saved by one of them. The first award went to r

politics

Binance Faces Fresh Senate Scrutiny Over Possible Terror Funding

February 28, 2026

Nine U. S. senators, many of whom helped draft the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi. They want the agencies to investigate Binance’s compliance with sanctions and its safeguards against illicit money, after reports sug

opinion

Jackson’s 1984 Run: Alabama’s Political Shake‑Up

February 26, 2026

In the spring of 1984, a bold African American candidate stepped onto the national stage again. Rev. Jesse Jackson, known for his activism in civil and economic justice, sought the Democratic presidential nomination. His campaign hit Alabama hard, stirring a long‑standing Black political group calle

politics

Democrats Plan Quiet Counter‑Moves at Trump’s Speech

February 24, 2026

The upcoming State of the Union will see a wave of Democratic lawmakers choosing silence or alternative events over direct protest. After last year’s heated scenes in the House chamber, many are opting for a more subdued stance. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries outlined two paths at a recent b

science

Life, Love, and a Legacy in Psychology

February 24, 2026

Bernard Spilka, who passed away on May 23, 2025, in Denver, left a lasting mark on the field of psychology. Born in New York City on August 12, 1926, he began his journey by serving in the Army Air Force Medical Corps after World War II. His academic path led him to New York University, where he ear

business

Saving the Luxury Store Dream

February 24, 2026

Saks Global, which owns famous names like Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, fell into bankruptcy a little over a year after it was created. Many people blamed the former chairman, Richard Baker, for the collapse. In a quiet meeting in Manhattan, he told reporters that he was actually trying to he

celebrities

Celebrating Stars on February 23

February 23, 2026

February 23 marks a special day for many actors, singers and musicians. The birthday list is packed with familiar names that have entertained audiences in film, television and music. At the top of the list is Kristin Davis, who turns 61 today. She made a memorable appearance in the 2006 remake of

politics

Spain Opens Old Files About 1981 Coup

February 23, 2026

Spain is set to release documents about a failed coup in 1981 that almost toppled its young democracy. The move follows many people asking for more information. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the files will be declassified. He called it a way to pay back a historical debt and let citizens see th

finance

CBRE Shares Bounce Back as AI Fears Fade

February 23, 2026

UBS has shifted its view on CBRE, the big name in office space management. The Swiss bank now says that worries about artificial intelligence cutting jobs and shrinking the need for office buildings are too much. It lifted its recommendation from neutral to buy and pushed up the 12‑month price targe