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Monday, February 23, 2026 7:53 PM ET

BBC News - Top Stories

FedEx sues for Trump tariff refund -- The recent US Supreme Court ruling that President Trump overstepped his powers when he imposed global tariffs paved the way for companies to seek a refund. -- Just now -- US & Canada

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Lord Mandelson arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office -- The Metropolitan Police says a 72-year-old man has been taken to a London police station for interview following the arrest in Camden. -- UK

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More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow -- A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations. -- US & Canada

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Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to killing parents Rob and Michele

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Landmark royal commission into antisemitism prompted by Bondi shooting begins

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FBI boss Kash Patel defends Winter Olympics celebration with USA team

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Queen tells Gisèle Pelicot her new memoir left her 'speechless'

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Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

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Is US crime at a historic low? -- BBC Verify assesses claims by the Trump administration that crime and murder in the US are at their lowest levels for 125 years. -- US & Canada

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'We pray for peace': Indian filmmaker from troubled state who won a Bafta -- Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi called attention to the situation in Manipur state in her acceptance speech.

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Who was El Mencho, Mexico's most wanted man? -- The BBC's Will Grant examines the power wielded by the Jalisco drug cartel chief, who died after a clash with security forces assisted by US intelligence.

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Anti-government student protests spread to more Iranian universities -- A fresh wave of anti-government protests at several Iranian universities that began on Saturday has spread to more campuses. -- Middle East

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'A conman stole my money and bought his wife a 10-carat diamond ring' -- US victims have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars to a gang of UK and Irish nationals, known as The Travelling Conmen. -- Northern Ireland

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What to watch for during Trump's State of the Union address

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What the killing of drug lord 'El Mencho' means for Mexico

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'Exciting' or 'Frustrating'? - East coast locals and tourists react to record snow

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Watch: Yosemite waterfall turns molten orange

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Viral monkey Punch rejected by mother given stuffed orangutan

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What's at stake as ICC judges hear charges against ex-Philippine president Duterte? -- Duterte is accused of crimes against humanity during a long and bloody war on drugs in which thousands were killed.

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Pacquiao and Mayweather agree professional rematch -- Boxing greats Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather agree a professional rematch at Sphere in Las Vegas in September.

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Rob Jetten becomes Netherlands' youngest ever PM -- The 38-year-old is sworn in as premier after clinching a narrow victory in October's election.

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'The end of Xbox': fans split as AI exec takes over Microsoft's top gaming role -- The executive shake-up has sparked online debate about new boss Asha Sharma's gaming credentials.

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Mexico sends thousands of soldiers to stop violence after death of drug lord

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'Burned and destroyed': Locals and tourists describe Mexico unrest

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Trump threatens countries that 'play games' with existing trade deals

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Divers recover bodies of seven Chinese tourists from bottom of Lake Baikal

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Carney heading on trade trip as Canada seeks to reduce reliance on US

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BBC sorry for airing racial slur shouted by guest with Tourette's at Baftas

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Ukraine negotiator tells BBC how it feels to sit across table from Russia

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Much-loved unlikely animal friends die on same day

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Sesko and Lammens allow Man Utd to dream of Champions League -- Striker Benjamin Sesko and goalkeeper Senne Lammens are the key figures as Manchester United gain a hugely valuable Premier League win at Everton. -- Man Utd

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What could Mexico cartel violence mean for World Cup? -- BBC Sport explores the unfolding security situation in Mexico and the potential impact on this summer's World Cup.

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Barcelona sign 16-year-old Norwich prospect Tavares -- Spanish giants Barcelona have signed 16-year-old Norwich City academy prospect Ajay Tavares, who has played for England age-group teams.

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Five reasons for England's Six Nations slide -- England's downturn in form has been steep and sudden. Why has their Six Nations campaign turned from Grand Slam dreams to a salvage job?

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Italian cricket in crisis amid sexual assault allegation -- Italian cricket is in crisis days after the country's World Cup debut as it deals with an allegation of sexual assault by a senior figure within the national governing body.

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I almost lost my leg after crash, says Vonn -- Lindsey Vonn says she nearly lost her leg from the injuries she sustained in a heavy crash at the Winter Olympics - and thanks the doctor who saved her from an amputation.

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