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Elections

Nigeria’s 2027 election faces tech hurdles amid weak state capacity

Nigeria's National Assembly has rejected mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results, citing weak infrastructure and lack of institutional independence.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

Medicine

Florida Politics: New College, Pediatric Care, and Legislative Events

New College of Florida is showcasing its academic programs in the state Capitol, while pediatric cancer hospitals highlight progress and legislative events continue to shape Florida's policy landscape.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

Conflicts & Security

AUD/USD Gains Momentum as 20-Day EMA Signals Potential Breakout

The AUD/USD currency pair is showing signs of strength, with the 20-day exponential moving average at 0.6650 offering support for a potential upward move.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

Markets

140 Checked Bags Vandalized With ‘Free Palestine’ Stickers at LAX

Sabotage at Los Angeles International Airport disrupted an EL AL flight to Tel Aviv as 140 checked bags were found with 'Free Palestine' stickers, prompting extensive security checks and delays.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

Africa

APC Wins 5 of 6 FCT Area Councils Ahead of 2027 Election

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has won five of the six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), tightening its grip ahead of the 2027 general election.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

Cine

Reevaluación crítica de la guerra en Irak y la política exterior estadounidense

Un conjunto de ensayos publicados en 2023 celebra el 20 aniversario de la invasión estadounidense a Irak y desencadena nuevas miradas sobre su impacto en la estrategia global de EE.UU.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

Corporate

EU urges US to honor trade deal as Trump raises tariffs

The European Union has urged the United States to honor its trade commitments as President Donald Trump raised global import tariffs to 15 percent.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

US Politics

Man Shot Dead at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Identified as 21-Year-Old from North Carolina

A 21-year-old man from North Carolina was fatally shot by U.S. Secret Service agents after breaching the secure perimeter of President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

US Politics

Italian Politicians Acquitted Amid Calls for Justice Reform

Italian politicians Tiziano Tagliani and Aldo Modonesi were acquitted of charges, reigniting calls for reform of the country's justice system.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

US Politics

Armed Man Shot Dead at Mar-a-Lago by Secret Service Agents

An armed man was shot dead by Secret Service agents and a deputy after breaching the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago in Florida.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

Middle East

Iran’s Khamenei Names Larijani as Crisis Manager Amid Rising Tensions with US

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has appointed Ali Larijani as de facto crisis manager as tensions with the United States escalate.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

US Politics

Former Lawmakers Warn of ‘Death Spiral’ in U.S. Two-Party System

Former Rep. Justin Amash and others warn that the U.S. two-party system is in a 'death spiral,' concentrating power among party leaders.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

US Politics

Gavin Newsom: Family’s Opinion Key to Presidential Bid

California Governor Gavin Newsom said his family's opinion will be the main factor in whether he runs for president.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

US Politics

Maharashtra legislature starts Budget Session without LoPs due to resignation and 10% rule

Maharashtra's legislature will begin its Budget Session without Leaders of Opposition in both the assembly and legislative council, a first in the state's history.

WH News Feb 23, 2026

US Politics

Senator Go seeks expansion of Special Education Fund

Senator Christopher 'Bong' Go has introduced legislation to expand the use of the Special Education Fund, allowing local governments to allocate the money for teacher salaries and alternative learning programs.

WH News Feb 23, 2026