Italian police arrest protesters after clash in Olympic host city Milan
At least six people have been detained a week after a different demonstration in Turin turned violent. Source link
In Bid to Lead Thailand, a Progressive Party Softens Its Image
Sunday’s election is a test for the progressive, pro-democracy movement in Thailand, which has been blocked from taking power despite success at the polls. Source link
Danish vets want an apology from President Trump : NPR
Danish veterans of the war in Iraq want an apology from Trump over Greenland stance. EMILY KWONG, HOST: Veterans in Denmark are expressing anger and betrayal over President Trump’s recent…
Japanese people brave snow to vote in snap election
A coalition led by Takaichi is expected to clinch a decisive win, according to polls. Source link
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Sets Date to Meet in Washington, Officials Say
The group, which has prompted skepticism from some U.S. allies, is scheduled to meet on Feb. 19, according to the officials. Source link
Among U.S.-Iran tensions, concern for an Iranian-American in Evin prison : NPR
As indirect talks begin between the U.S. and Iran over that country’s nuclear program, Ryan Fayhee, lawyer for journalist Abdolreza Valizadeh, talks about his concern for his client, who is…
Savannah Guthrie says 'we will pay' for mother's safe return
“We received your message,” the US news anchor says in the latest video plea for the return of her mother Nancy Guthrie, 84, who is believed abducted. Source link
Suicide bombing at Islamabad mosque kills 31 people
An update on the suicide bombing in Pakistan’s capital that killed 31 people. Source link
France investigates ex-minister Jack Lang over Epstein links
The socialist grandee and his daughter are being investigated for suspected “laundering of tax-fraud proceeds”. Source link