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Video shows terrifying moment avalanche slams into passenger train near ski resort

Video shows terrifying moment avalanche slams into passenger train near ski resort
The frightening moment an avalanche thundered down a mountainside and slammed into a train traveling through the Swiss Alps was captured by a tourist.The dramatic incident unfolded on Feb. 17 near the popular ski resort town of Zermatt in southern Switzerland’s Valais canton.Kirsten Osborne, an Australian woman living in the U.K., was on the train with other passengers when the avalanche suddenly struck, according to Storyful.She filmed the shocking moment a massive wall of snow barreled down the mountain toward the train.9 CALIFORNIA SKIERS STILL MISSING AFTER AVALANCHE; 6 RESCUEDIn the video, a child can be heard saying "uh-oh!" several
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The New York Times

In Ukraine, Senators See War’s Impact and Press for Stronger U.S. Support

Senate Democrats traveled to Kyiv and Odessa to show solidarity with the war-torn nation and make the case that the United States should do more, including imposing harsh sanctions on Russia. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/20/us/politics/senators-ukraine-visit.html Author : Robert Jimison Publish date : 2026-02-20 15:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Catholic Illinois university goes remote for some classes after ICE presence sparks concern

Catholic Illinois university goes remote for some classes after ICE presence sparks concern
A campus of an Illinois Catholic university is moving classes to "alternative formats or locations" after learning that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is renting office space in the same building as one of its sites."All Session I classes and activities originally scheduled at its Oak Brook location (1111 W 22nd Street) will shift to alternative formats or locations due to ongoing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) administrative operations occurring at the site," a Thursday email from Lewis University, obtained by Fox News Digital, read. In a Sunday announcement, the university said that all in-person classes at the university’s
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The Washington Post

CWG Live: Morning showers, then clearing; snow potential Sunday into Monday

Mild late today through tomorrow. A coastal storm Sunday into early Monday threatens to deliver snow to the region. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026/02/20/dc-weather-live-updates-weekend-storm/ Author : A. Camden Walker Publish date : 2026-02-20 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Alysa Liu explains how skating with joy led to Olympic gold for US: ‘There’s no way to lose’

Alysa Liu explains how skating with joy led to Olympic gold for US: ‘There’s no way to lose’
United States figure skater Alysa Liu couldn’t be happier with how her free skate routine came out, and judges agreed as she won gold on Thursday night at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games.Joy is an understatement for the 20-year-old who ended a 24-year drought for gold for the Americans. But that’s exactly what the theme of her free skate was about — the joy of being out on the ice in front of the crowd and the millions watching around the globe.After her gold-medal winning performance, Liu explained the story she wanted to tell with her skate.CLICK HERE FOR MORE
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The New York Times

How China Is Stoking Fear About Travel to Japan

From earthquake warnings to bear attack alerts, Beijing is deploying a campaign of exaggeration and disinformation to punish Tokyo’s support for Taiwan. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/20/world/asia/china-travel-japan-fear.html Author : Javier C. Hernández Publish date : 2026-02-20 10:15:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

Alysa Liu had to take control of her destiny before she could fulfill it

Alysa Liu, figure skating’s prodigal daughter, retired at 16 only to come back to win gold on her own terms in Milan. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/olympics/2026/02/19/alysa-liu-gold-medal-womens-figure-skating-analysis/ Author : Robert Samuels Publish date : 2026-02-20 02:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Ex-Victoria’s Secret CEO’s lawyer caught on hot mic jokingly threatening to ‘kill’ him at Epstein deposition

Ex-Victoria’s Secret CEO’s lawyer caught on hot mic jokingly threatening to ‘kill’ him at Epstein deposition
Ex-Victoria’s Secret mogul Les Wexner’s lawyer was caught on a hot mic jokingly threatening to "kill" him if he continued giving long answers to questions during his deposition on Jeffrey Epstein by the House Oversight Committee.The moment was caught after the committee released its full, nearly five-hour deposition of 88-year-old Wexner as part of its ongoing probe into Jeffrey Epstein’s network.Several hours into the deposition, while Wexner was giving a particularly long-winded answer, Wexner’s attorney leaned over to him and whispered in his ear, "I’m going to f---ing kill you if you answer another question with more than five words,
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The New York Times

British Police Arrest Former Prince Andrew Amid Scrutiny Over Epstein Ties

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, a longtime associate of Jeffrey Epstein, is being investigated on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/world/europe/prince-andrew-arrest-epstein.html Author : Megan Specia, Michael D. Shear and Michael Levenson Publish date : 2026-02-20 08:09:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

The 37 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

Lions dance in the streets of Chinatown, bikes race through an underground parking garage, and a global film fest returns. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/02/19/best-things-to-do-dc-lunar-new-year/ Author : Fritz Hahn, Sophia Solano, Adele Chapin, Chris Kelly Publish date : 2026-02-19 18:16:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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6 mothers who ‘cherished time together’ among victims in avalanche near Lake Tahoe

6 mothers who ‘cherished time together’ among victims in avalanche near Lake Tahoe
At least six victims have been identified in the tragic avalanche incident on Tuesday that killed up to nine people in Sierra Nevada, near Lake Tahoe, California.Six of the victims were among a group of outdoor-loving mothers who regularly traveled together. A joint statement from the affected families identified the women as Kate Vitt, Carrie Atkin, Danielle Keatley, Kate Morse, and sisters Caroline Sekar and Liz Clabaugh."We are devastated beyond words," the families said in the statement. "Our focus right now is supporting our children through this incredible tragedy and honoring the lives of these extraordinary women." All the women were
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The Washington Post

Carolyn Hax: Best friend’s unsolicited advice has echoes of dominating mom

Longtime friend’s insistence on giving fixes, not sympathy, has the letter writer questioning unhealthy patterns. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/advice/2026/02/20/carolyn-hax-best-friend-dominant-energy/ Author : Carolyn Hax Publish date : 2026-02-20 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Judge tosses lawsuit from ex-NYPD commissioner accusing department of ‘systemic corruption’

Judge tosses lawsuit from ex-NYPD commissioner accusing department of ‘systemic corruption’
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by a former interim New York City police commissioner who accused the police department under former Mayor Eric Adams and his top deputies of "systemic corruption" and alleged the agency was operating as a "criminal enterprise."Thomas Donlon, a longtime FBI official appointed by Adams to stabilize the police department marred by scandals, filed the racketeering lawsuit filed in July.But Donlon said he witnessed "systemic corruption and criminal conduct" enabled by Adams and his allies who often inflated overtime, prevented internal investigations and disciplined whistleblowers.FORMER NYPD CHIEF CALLS POLICE CUTS 'RECIPE FOR DISASTER' AS
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The New York Times

Venezuela Passes Amnesty Bill Denounced by Some as ‘Unjust’

The bill may bring the release of hundreds of political prisoners. But many critics say the legislation, passed after major pressure from the Trump administration, raises concerns. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/world/americas/venezuela-amnesty-bill-prisoners.html Author : Max Bearak, Annie Correal, Patricia Sulbarán, Isayen Herrera and Genevieve Glatsky Publish date : 2026-02-20 03:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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University of Texas System to restrict teaching ‘unnecessarily controversial subjects’

University of Texas System to restrict teaching ‘unnecessarily controversial subjects’
The University of Texas System’s Board of Regents on Thursday approved a rule requiring its universities to allow students to graduate without studying "unnecessarily controversial subjects."The rule, approved unanimously, also states that faculty must include the topics they plan to teach in their syllabi and follow that plan throughout the course, according to The Texas Tribune. When courses include controversial subject matter, instructors are directed to take a "broad and balanced approach" to the discussion.The policy does not define what constitutes "controversial" or a "broad and balanced approach." Board Chair Kevin Eltife said the lack of specifics was because the
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The Washington Post

Investigators hope to catch signals from Nancy Guthrie’s pacemaker

As the search for Nancy Guthrie continues, investigators are turning to a small device they hope could lead to a breakthrough: the 84-year-old’s pacemaker. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/02/19/nancy-guthrie-pacemaker-signals/ Author : Praveena Somasundaram, Daniel Wu Publish date : 2026-02-19 21:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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CBS News chief Bari Weiss backs out of UCLA lecture due to security concerns

CBS News chief Bari Weiss backs out of UCLA lecture due to security concerns
CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss pulled out of a speaking engagement at UCLA due to security concerns."We always follow our security team’s guidance. This situation is no different," a CBS News spokesperson told Fox News Digital.Weiss was slated to speak at the annual Daniel Pearl Memorial Lecture at the UCLA Burkle Center for International Relations. The lecture honors the memory of slain Jewish journalist Daniel Pearl, who was kidnapped and beheaded by Pakistani jihadist terrorists in 2002."We are working with the university to reschedule for a different date," the network spokesperson added.CBS NEWS LEADERSHIP ‘BLINDSIDED’ BY ANDERSON COOPER'S EXIT: REPORTSteve
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The New York Times

Labor Secretary’s Husband Barred From Department Premises After Reports of Sexual Assaults

At least two female staff members said Dr. Shawn DeRemer had touched them inappropriately at the agency in Washington. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/business/labor-secretary-husband-sexual-assault-allegations.html Author : Evan Gorelick and Rebecca Davis O’Brien Publish date : 2026-02-19 22:06:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

Trump appears ready to attack Iran as U.S. strike force takes shape

Although the United States and ally Israel have a military advantage over Iranian forces, there are ways for Tehran to make any attack painful, officials said. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/02/19/trump-iran-attack-military/ Author : Dan Lamothe, Susannah George, Júlia Ledur Publish date : 2026-02-19 21:34:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Vacation hot spot may ban alcohol sales during key hours in sweeping new crackdown

Vacation hot spot may ban alcohol sales during key hours in sweeping new crackdown
The nightlife in Croatia’s second-largest city could soon look quite a bit different for visitors on vacation getaways.The city of Split is proposing a ban on the sale of alcohol between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Licensed venues such as bars, restaurants and nightclubs would remain exempt.POPULAR EUROPEAN CITY BANS LATE-NIGHT BAR CRAWLS IN ATTEMPT TO CURB DRUNK TOURISTSEconomy Minister Ante Šušnjar announced the plan Wednesday, which would amend the country's Trade Act."This is primarily for the health of our citizens, especially children and young people, to preserve public order and protect the environment and cultural heritage," said
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