Meg O'Neill will be the first woman to run a major global oil firm. She is the first external candidate to be appointed CEO of BP in the group's 116-year history. BP's current interim chief executive Carol Howle said the company looked forward to O'Neil's arrival "as we accelerate our progress"
In Talks, Trump Won’t Allow Iran to Have Any Enriched Uranium
Iran has ruled out negotiations over its missile programme. Israel believes any such agreement will require Israel to launch another wave of strikes. Israel fears that the U.S. might reach a narrow agreement with Iran in which it would temporarily halt uranium enrichment, an analyst says. Israel has long called for Iran to cease all uranium enrichment and dial back its ballistic missile program.
"Predator: Badlands" will be available on Hulu and Disney+ from February 12, 2026. The film will be released on 4K Blu-ray & DVD on February 17. Fans can enjoy a pre-release party at Slasher World and Killer Fitness on Friday, February 6.
Marc Anthony says the way Beckham feud has played out is 'hardly the truth'
Marc spoke out after Brooklyn Beckham's, 26, fiery Instagram statement in which he severed ties with his parents, David, 50, and Victoria Beckham, 51. Marc Anthony has described the Beckham family rift as 'extremely unfortunate', but added that the way it has played out is 'hardly the truth'
Insurer-mandated procurement policies interfere with clinical decision-making, erode care coordination, and threaten patient safety across the health care system. White and brown bagging impose unnecessary logistical and administrative burdens on both hospitals and patients. It is critical for hospitals and health systems to retain the ability to procure and manage clinician-administered medications through their own accredited pharmacists.
Trump Threatens to Block Opening of New Bridge to Canada
President Trump is threatening to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Canada. In a lengthy social media post, Trump doubled down on his often-cited claim that Canada has “treated the United States very unfairly for decades” The President claimed that Canada will own both sides of the bridge, which is nearing completion.
Australia police defend actions after violence at protest over Israeli president visit
The decision sets a precedent whereby the NSW government, presiding over Sydney, can describe any political visit or gathering as a “major event” The decision was the subject of legal challenge by lawyers representing the Palestine Action Group, who stated that it was an attempt by the government to block a planned protest from Town Hall to the NSW parliament.
Thailand’s Conservative Party Claims Surprise Election Victory
Bhumjaithai Party’s decisive election victory showed that voters chose stability over change, analysts say. BhumJaithai expanded beyond its rural roots by appointing accomplished technocrats to Anutin's government, making the party more appealing to the middle class. Pheu Thai Party, in third place with 74 seats, has left the possibility open.
Susan Collins Runs for Re-election in Must-Win Senate Seat for Democrats
Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins on Tuesday formalized her bid for reelection. The Maine senator will run for a sixth term in November's midterm elections. The race could determine control of the U.s. Senate next year. Collins: "There is one way to ele"
EU moves closer to creating offshore centres for migrants and asylum seekers
European lawmakers approve new immigration policies. New rules will allow nations to deny asylum and deport migrants. Opponents of the measure say it could endanger some of the world's most vulnerable people. The new rules are expected to apply from June and will ease the burden on the EU's interior minister.
EPA set to revoke 'endangerment finding' that underpins all climate regulation
The agency said that without the endangerment finding it would lack the statutory authority to enforce the standards. The Clean Air Act requires such a finding before the EPA can adopt regulations. The Supreme Court ruled in a 2007 case that planet-warming greenhouse gases, caused by burning of oil and other fossil fuels, are air pollutants.
Russia Nears Capture of Key Ukrainian Towns After Year of Grinding Assaults
Russian officials have insisted publicly they want a negotiated deal. But they have shown little willingness to compromise and remain adamant their demands must be met. U.S.-brokered talks between envoys from Russia and Ukraine in recent weeks have been described by officials as constructive. But there has been no sign of any progress on key issues in the discussions.
Trump’s Threats to Cuba’s Oil Suppliers Put Mexico in a Bind
Cuba says airlines can no longer refuel on the island as US blockade deepens energy crisis. Cuban aviation officials have warned airlines that there isn’t enough fuel for airplanes to refuel. It is the latest step in its moves to ration energy as the Trump administration cuts the Caribbean nation off from its fuel resources.
Without a Border ‘Invasion,’ Texas G.O.P. Turns to an Old Enemy, Islam
Venezuelan nationals who were originally deported to El Salvador’s brutal CECOT prison were back in court on Monday. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals allowed President Trump to proceed with ending deportation protections for more than 60,000 migrants from Nepal, Honduras and Nicaragua. The ACLU's Lee Gelernt conceded that if any of the men do return they would probably be detained.
Prominent Venezuelan opposition politician detained hours after release
Venezuelan-based prisoners' rights group Foro Penal confirmed the release of at least 30 people Sunday. It did not elaborate on what conditions Guanipa, a former governor for the opposition, violated during the hours he was free. "House arrest remains prison, and we demand his complete freedom as well as that of all political prisoners," he said.
Israel Gives Itself More Control Over Occupied West Bank
“They also deal in drugs and weapons: not just pistols, but missiles and explosives.” “He will go to school and know that he is safe. He will not be worried about being shot,” he said. “If he is shot, he will not worry about being killed.’ ““If they are killed, they will not know that they have been killed”
Five Years After Myanmar Coup, ‘Even Hope Has Become a Risk’
The Civil Society Education Coalition (CSEC) has expressed serious concern over allegations of academic fraud at Mzuzu University. The issue poses a grave threat to the integrity of Malawi’s higher education system and public confidence in university qualifications. CSEC concluded by stating that it will closely monitor the matter and will not hesitate to escalate advocacy.
Tulsi Gabbard to testify at Senate Intelligence Committee amid election probe concerns
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has become increasingly involved in election security efforts. Concerns have been raised over whether the role aligns with her office’s mandate. The concerns follow a series of election-related actions, including her recent appearance during an FBI raid of a Fulton County, Georgia elections office.
GOP anxiety over Trump tariffs tests House Speaker Johnson in upcoming vote
Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), former chairman of the Rules Committee, said he doesn’t have a problem with the tariff ban because it’s short-term and it will keep the House from “jumping prematurely into an issue.” Rep. Jim McGovern said he thinks the tariffs are a mistake, but given the fact the Supreme Court's about to weigh in, maybe we ought to keep our powder dry.
Israelis Protest Surge in Gun Crime Within Arab Community
Three family members were shot last week in the north, and another three in a highway shooting. Israeli President Isaac Herzog has called crime in Arab society a “national emergency” The violence follows a record high 252 murders in Israel in 2013, according to police figures. “We must work to change the government and ensure that the next one looks out for the Arab sector.”
Japan’s Sanae Takaichi Wins Snap Election in a Landslide
Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi has pledged to reform the country's restrictive crypto laws. Industry insiders are quietly confident that she will continue to reform Japan's restrictivecrypto laws. In January, the Minister of Finance said Japan’s cryptocurrency and web 3 industries were “at a turning point”
Was this the ultimate Super Bowl redemption story?
Miami’s Super Bowl losses are often overshadowed by their perfect season and early dominance. The 49ers are better known for perfection in Super Bowls than failure, which makes their three losses stand out. The Rams’ losses span multiple cities and eras, reflecting a franchise constantly reinventing itself.
Ilia Malinin, Who Led the U.S. to Gold, Is Bringing Ice Skating Back Into the Limelight
Malinin will compete in the men's short program on Feb. 10 at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The 21-year-old is also known as "Quad God" and "Ilia Malinin" He says he wants to bring back "the high glory days of figure skating"
Italy’s Top Sports Journalists Plan to Strike Over Anchor’s Olympics Gaffes
Rai's sports director Paolo Petrecca failed to recognize well-known people during the Milan-Cortino Winter Olympics live opening ceremony on Friday. The union responsible for Rai employees, Usigrai, spoke out, calling it a "disgrace" A spokesperson for the broadcaster told The Associated Press thatPetrecca has been removed from the commentary team for the February 22 closing ceremony.
Air Canada and WestJet Cancel Flights to Cuba Over Jet Fuel Shortage
Air Canada says it will fly in with extra fuel for the return journey. It will also make refueling stops on the return leg if necessary. Airline says aviation fuel is not projected to be commercially available at airports as of Tuesday. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on countries that sell oil or petroleum products to Cuba.
How the Israeli President’s Visit to Australia Created a ‘Tinder Box’
Police say 27 people were arrested, including 10 accused of assaulting officers. Protesters including an opposition lawmaker said they had been assaulted by officers. New South Wales state Premier Chris Minns defended police actions, saying officers were required to make rapid decisions in tense and volatile situations. Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said police actions were justified and that they showed restraint.
Maxwell Refuses to Answer Questions About Epstein Crimes in House Deposition
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. Maxwell was convicted in 2021 for her role in luring underage girls for sex trafficking. She is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence for her part in the sex trafficking of underage girls. She appeared before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on Monday.
Chappell Roan leaves talent agency led by Casey Wasserman after Epstein fallout
Casey Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell exchanged flirtatious emails more than 20 years ago. Wasserman apologized for his communication with Maxwell, “which took place over two decades ago, long before her horrific crimes came to light” Epstein was convicted in Florida in 2008 for soliciting prostitution from prostitution from Maxwell.
Kenya to confront Russia over 'unacceptable' use of its nationals in combat
Kenya says it will talk to Russia over growing reports that its citizens are being recruited to fight in the war in Ukraine. Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi called the practice "unacceptable and clandestine" He said Nairobi will focus on curbing illegal recruitment practices, including discussions on visa policy.
Teenager who killed Leo Ross, 12, to serve minimum of 13 years in custody
Leo Ross was travelling home as normal in Birmingham on January 21 last year when he fell victim to a knife attack. The anonymous 15-year-old was told he would serve a minimum of 13 years behind bars for the brutal attack. Leo is believed to be the youngest victim of knife crime in the West Midlands.
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Sets Date to Meet in Washington, Officials Say
The Civil Society Education Coalition (CSEC) has expressed seriou. The coalition said the allegations, together with the university’s own admissions, have raised alarm over the credibility of academic awards. CSEC concluded by stating that it will closely monitor the matter and will not hesitate to escalate advocacy, including engaging statutory oversight bodies.
US judges dismiss lawsuits accusing Neil Gaiman of sexual assault
Gaiman released a statement after the New York magazine article was published, denying he had ever engaged in non-consensual sex with anyone. Scarlett Pavlovich filed a lawsuit against Gaiman and his wife, Amanda Palmer, in Wisconsin in February 2025, accusing Gaiman of multiple sexual assaults while she worked as the family's nanny in 2022.
Hong Kong’s once-vibrant press stays silent or celebrates Jimmy Lai’s 20-year jail sentence
“We’ve lost a newspaper that spoke for the people, and there’s no going back,” said William Wong, 66, who had been reading Apple Daily since its founding in 1995. His co-defendants, six other former Apple Daily journalists, received jail terms ranging between six years and nine months and 10 years.
Aerial footage shows flooded cities as storms hit Spain
US lawmakers accuse justice department of 'inappropriately' redacting Epstein files. French president warns of growing threats from China, Russia and now the US. Former AC Milan and Sweden footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic opens the 2026 Winter Olympic Games for the BBC, as he explains what it takes to become "a champion in Milan"
Trump Administration Claims About Shootings by Federal Agents Unravel in Court
U.S. District Judge Clay Land in Columbus said the Trump administration was refusing to provide bond hearings to immigrants at Georgia’s Stewart Detention Center. The judge said she found the latter instruction “troubling” The Department of Homeland Security said “activist judges have attempted to thwart President Trump from fulfilling the American people's mandate for mass deportations.
Chappell Roan Leaves Casey Wasserman Agency Over Epstein Files
Casey Wasserman had been exchanging emails with convicted sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell. The emails were revealed in the latest batch of files released by the Justice Department. Wasserman apologized for his communications with Maxwell, which took place years before she was convicted of a crime, while adding he “never had” a personal or business relationship with Epstein.
Russia Knocked Out the Heat. So She Slept in a Tent on Her Bed.
Ukrainian skier in tears after competing against Russian athlete. International Olympic Committee (IOC) is allowing athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete as neutral athletes. IOC suspended Russia's Olympic Committee in 2023 over Moscow's annexation of the Ukrainian provinces of Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia.
Outside the Art World’s Echo Chamber, at Art Basel Qatar
The Art of the World is a collection of works of art by artists from all over the world. The Art of The World is on display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. The exhibition is open to the public and includes works by more than 100 artists from around the world, as well.
Without binding limits, both countries can add more nuclear warheads onto missiles they already possess. Some analysts go further, proposing multilateral arms control frameworks that would include additional nuclear-armed states. Experts caution that bringing others into a single agreement presents significant political and structural challenges. Instead, it addresses a separate and existential concern: preventing miscalculation or escalation between nuclear- armed states.
53 Migrants Missing After Boat Capsizes Off Libya, U.N. Agency Says
IOM mourns the loss of life in yet another deadly incident along the Central Mediterranean route. The Geneva-based agency said trafficking and smuggling networks were exploiting migrants along the route from north Africa to southern Europe. It called for stronger international cooperation to tackle the networks, alongside safe and regular migration pathways.
UK sleepwalking into joblessness epidemic, Tesco boss warns
The Global Stainless Steel Directory offers invaluable opportunities for market expansion by connecting consumers, producers, and service providers with potential partners and suppliers. Details Include:Company name and head office address.Telephone/ fax numbers and email/ web addresses.Names of senior management and other key personnel.Year established, activities and products handled.
Trump Commerce Sec. Lutnick admits visiting Epstein island during family vacation
Lutnick made the admission after his position in the Trump administration came under threat amid growing bipartisan calls for his resignation. Lutnick testified that, "The only thing I saw with my wife and my children and the other couple and their children were staff who worked for Mr. Epstein on that island"
Elon Musk’s xAI loses co-founder Tony Wu in latest senior departure
Co-founders Christian Szegedy, Igor Babuschkin, Kyle Kosic, and Greg Yang have all stepped away from the company. Musk previously merged xAI with X in a multibillion-dollar deal he announced last March. Last week, Musk announced that his rocket company SpaceX acquired xAI ahead of a potentially massive IPO.
Starmer has apologised to Epstein's victims and accused Mandelson of lying about the extent of his ties to the financier. Starmer, who never met Epstein, accepts that Mandelson’s appointment was a mistake, and has apologized to the victims as well as to Labour and the country as a whole.
Alphabet calls out new AI-related risks, as it taps debt market to fund build-out
Alphabet has added new AI risks to its annual report, including a potential impact on advertising. The company also noted risks of "large, long-duration commercial" contracts for AI infrastructure. To help finance its AI ambitions, Alphabet is planning to raise $20 billion from a U.S. dollar bond sale.
Australia Visit by President Herzog of Israel Prompts Protest
Thousands of protesters demonstrated across Australia on Monday against Israeli President Isaac Herzog, who traveled to the country at the invitation of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albane. Dozens of protests organized by Palestine Action Sydney erupted across the country by activists who labeled him as a war criminal. Herzog: “My visit to Australia, to all of you, is one of solidarity, strength, and sincere friendship from the State of Israel and the people of Israel”
Prince William Visits Saudi Arabia for Delicate Diplomacy
CNN.com will feature iReporter photos in a weekly Travel Snapshots gallery. Please submit your best shots of the U.S. for next week. Visit CNN.com/Travel next Wednesday for a new gallery of snapshots. Please share your best photos of the United States with
U.S. Hands Over Some NATO Commands to European Allies
Germany will soon occupy more top positions in NATO's military command structure than the United States. The changes in the allocation of positions foresee that the United Kingdom will take over command of the Joint Force Command Norfolk in the US state of Virginia. The US will continue to hold the position of Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR)
Saudis Announce New Investments in Syria, a Sign of Deepening Ties
Syria joining anti-IS coalition ‘marks a new chapter’ in global security, US envoy says. A convoy of Syria’s Interior Ministry security forces arrives at Qamishli International Airport, eastern Syria, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, under an agreement aimed at stabilizing a ceasefire.
