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US-Iran talks, Rubio and Draco Malfoy Feb 15, 2026

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Iran signals flexibility ahead of Tuesday’s Geneva nuclear talks. Israeli strikes Gaza over alleged ceasefire violations ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's Peace Board meeting. Designer Michael Kors celebrates the brand's 45th anniversary at New York Fashion Week with a celeb-packed audience. A Carnival tribute to Brazil's president sparks political backlash. Plus, Draco Malfoy becomes an unlikely Lunar New Year good‑luck icon in China.

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US–Iran, Rubio, Navalny and Brazil's Carnival Feb 14, 2026

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The United States prepares for possible weeks‑long operations against Iran as President Donald Trump sends a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pushes unity at the Munich Security Conference, while renewing sharp U.S. critiques of Europe. European allies blame Russia for killing Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, saying tests found a rare toxin from dart frogs in his body. Plus, Rio bursts into Carnival as early blocos pack the streets.

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UPDATE- Munich, Dubai Epstein fallout, Guthrie FBI block Feb 13, 2026

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This podcast has been updated for the latest news on Don Lemon pleading not guilty in Minnesota ICE protest case, the Trump administration suing Harvard and the DP World CEO resigning over alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein.*

Reuters exclusive reporting finds an Arizona sheriff is blocking FBI access to evidence in the case of missing Nancy Guthrie. U.S. President Donald Trump’s upheaval of Atlantic ties looms over the Munich Security Conference. Plus, Russia blocks WhatsApp. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Canadian shooter, Bondi grilling, and Olympic helmet ban Feb 12, 2026

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Police identify an 18-year-old as the suspect in the Canadian school shooting. A Ukrainian skeleton racer is disqualified from the Olympic Winter Games over his "helmet of remembrance". U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi came under fire on the Hill for her handling of the Epstein files. Newly-released bodycam footage shows the moments before a Chicago woman is shot by a border patrol agent. And there’s a high turnout as Bangladeshis vote in a landmark, Gen Z-inspired election. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Canada shooting, Guthrie, Trump-Netanyahu and greenhouse gases Feb 11, 2026

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Ten people are dead, including the assailant, after a shooting at a Canadian high school. New developments in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as authorities release images of an armed person in a ski mask tampering with her door camera. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to press U.S. President Donald Trump over Iran at the White House. The Trump administration plans to undo the government’s ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. And a busy day on Capitol Hill as lawmakers grilled officials on ICE tactics and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick defended his 2012 lunch with Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, a stunning confession broadcast from the Winter Olympics. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Europe's Epstein fallout, ICE and French central bank chief Feb 10, 2026

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The Epstein files revelations are sending shockwaves through Europe’s elite while in the U.S. Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the fifth. ICE is cracking down on activists who follow them in their cars. The resignation of the French central bank governor gives President Emmanuel Macron an opportunity to fill a key position ahead of a possible electoral victory for right-wing National Rally party. Plus, officials investigate why the Winter Olympic medals keep breaking. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Super Bowl, Jimmy Lai, Starmer and Trump voters Feb 09, 2026

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A big night for the Seattle Seahawks and Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl. Hong Kong pro-democracy figure Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s top aide quits. And as U.S. President Donald Trump’s presidency enters its second year, Reuters checks in with 20 of his voters for their latest takes on his second term.

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Takaichi wins election, Lindsey Vonn and Tulsi Gabbard Feb 08, 2026

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secures a landslide election victory and parliamentary supermajority. Skier Lindsay Vonn is helicoptered to a hospital after crashing out of the Olympic downhill in Cortina. U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard rejects accusations that she improperly delayed congressional access to a whistleblower complaint. Plus, India's wealthy embrace a new luxury symbol: water.

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Trump-Obama video, Russia-Ukraine and Winter Olympics Feb 07, 2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump condemns a racist video of former President Barack Obama posted on his social media account, but refuses to apologize. Russia launches a massive air assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure as temperatures drop. U.S. stocks rebound, with the Dow Jones topping 50,000 as investors return to AI chipmakers. Plus, ski mountaineering, the oldest winter sport, finally joins the Games.

*The video for this podcast has been updated to correct the location noted from Tyrol, Australia to Tyrol, Austria

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UPDATE- Trump’s racist Obama post, Olympics and Japan election Feb 06, 2026

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This podcast was updated for the latest news on the White House’s removal of a racist video posted by Trump, the Olympic opening ceremony and a blast in Pakistan.

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