February 18, 2026
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Mourinho Defends Prestianni After Vinicius Jr Alleges Benfica Midfielder Used Racial Slur

Lisbon, Feb 18 — Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior criticized “cowards” after accusing Benfica midfielder Gianluca Prestianni of racially abusing him during Real’s 1-0 Champions League play-off first-leg win on Tuesday.‍

February 18, 2026
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Gabon blocks access to Facebook and TikTok, shutting down social media.

LIBREVILLE (Gabon), Feb 18 — Facebook and TikTok were inaccessible in Gabon today, AFP reporters confirmed, following an announcement by the country’s media regulator suspending the platforms over concerns about “conflict-inducing content.”

February 18, 2026
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Man Swept Away by River Loire Amid Flooding in France

Paris, Feb 18 — A man navigating the swollen Loire was swept away, officials reported, as western France remains on high alert for floods with more heavy rain forecast.

January 27, 2026
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Everton’s Barry scores late to secure a draw with Leeds

LIVERPOOL, Jan 27 — Everton striker Thierno Barry scored a late equaliser to secure a 1-1 draw against Leeds in the Premier League yesterday.

January 27, 2026
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Rescue operations ongoing after Philippine ferry sinks, killing 18

MANILA, Jan 27 — Search and rescue efforts continue for 10 people still missing after a passenger ferry capsized off a southern Philippine province, with the death toll rising to 18, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported.

January 27, 2026
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Canadian PM Carney unveils measures to help reduce food costs

OTTAWA, Jan 27 — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a package of measures to help ease rising food and grocery costs, particularly for low- and modest-income families.