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Second U.S. aircraft carrier is being sent to the Middle East, AP source says, as Iran tensions grow
Feb 13, 2026 - World 
The United States will send the world's largest aircraft carrier to the Middle East to back up another already there, a person familiar with the plans said Friday, putting more American firepower behind President Donald Trump's efforts to coerce Iran into a deal over its nuclear program.
People -- and robots -- are getting ready to celebrate the Lunar New Year in China
Feb 13, 2026 - World 
It's not just people - in China, the robots are also getting ready to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
What to know about the Homeland Security shutdown starting this weekend
Feb 13, 2026 - World 
Another shutdown for parts of the federal government is expected this weekend as lawmakers debate new restrictions on President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement agenda.
'The old world is gone': Rubio looks to reexamine relationship with allies at Munich conference
Feb 13, 2026 - World 
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is attending the Munich Security Conference, could have an opportunity to clearly define Washington's relationships with its European allies after a turbulent year in foreign policy.
Thailand’s ruling conservative party moves closer to forming new coalition government
Feb 13, 2026 - World 
Thailand’s Bhumjaithai Party has moved closer to forming a new government after the Pheu Thai Party agreed to join it in a proposed coalition

