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US official says progress made in talks with Iran, US-Ukraine Russia meetings to continue

Tuesday, February 17

LONDON -- After talks in Geneva on Tuesday between the U.S. and Iran over the latter's nuclear energy program and trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine and the U.S. over Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Iranian officials expressed optimism for a deal while US-Russia-Ukraine discussions are... Read More.

US military strikes 3 more alleged drug boats in Eastern Pacific, Caribbean, killing 11: SOUTHCOM

Tuesday, February 17

(NEW YORK) -- The United States military says it hit three more vessels suspected of carrying drugs in the Eastern Pacific and Caribbean Sea, killing 11 men.U.S. Southern Command says in an online post that the vessels were traveling along drug-trafficking routes and "engaged... Read More.

Ghislaine Maxwell’s brother talks Prince Andrew, her petition for freedom, and more

Tuesday, February 17

(NEW YORK) -- Ian Maxwell, the brother of convicted Jeffrey Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell, is speaking out on his sister's ongoing effort to overturn her conviction, her recent Congressional deposition, her transfer to a federal prison camp in Texas, and more in a broad... Read More.

Pedro Pascal is back in new ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ trailer

Tuesday, February 17

This is the way (to the movie theaters).Lucasfilm has released a new trailer for the upcoming film Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu. Pedro Pascal stars as Din Djarin in the movie based on the popular Disney+ TV series The... Read More.

Miley Cyrus set to celebrate in ‘Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special’

Tuesday, February 17

She's had the best of both worlds for the last 20 years.Miley Cyrus is set to reunite with her signature blond wig in Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, a televised event that will celebrate the milestone anniversary of the iconic Disney Channel series. It... Read More.

Colman Domingo to receive President’s Award at 57th NAACP Image Awards

Tuesday, February 17

Colman Domingo will be honored at the 57th NAACP Image Awards. He is set to receive the President's Award for special achievement and distinguished public service."We are honored to recognize Colman Domingo with the President's Award for the breadth and depth of his leadership,... Read More.

Person with what appears to be a gun arrested outside US Capitol: Police

Tuesday, February 17

(WASHINGTON) -- A person with what appeared to be a gun was arrested near the front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., according to Capitol police.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

Democrats send counteroffer on to White House on DHS funding as partial shutdown continues

Tuesday, February 17

(WASHINGTON) -- As the partial government shutdown continues, Democrats have sent their counteroffer to Republicans and the White House -- outlining their demands to fund the Department of Homeland Security and reform the embattled agency.The specifics of the proposal, sent late Monday, remain unclear.... Read More.

‘Wuthering Heights’ debuts at #1 at the box office for Presidents’ weekend

Tuesday, February 17

Wuthering Heights was the box office champ over the long holiday weekend.The film, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, earned $38 million domestically over the Presidents' Day holiday to debut at #1, according to Box Office... Read More.

In brief: ‘Forbidden Fruits’ trailer and more

Tuesday, February 17

Elisabeth Moss is teaming back up with Hulu. Deadline reports The Handmaid's Tale actress is set to star in and executive produce an upcoming series for the streaming service called Conviction. The legal drama is written by House and The... Read More.

Witkoff and Kushner in Geneva for pivotal talks on Ukraine and Iran

Tuesday, February 17

LONDON -- Special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner -- U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law -- will lead American negotiators in Geneva, Switzerland, in high-stakes talks starting Tuesday regarding Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine and the U.S. standoff with Iran over the latter's nuclear... Read More.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, dies at age 84

Tuesday, February 17

(NEW YORK) -- The Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights leader, Baptist minister and pioneering politician who launched two bids for the U.S. presidency, died on Tuesday morning at the age of 84, his family said in a statement."Our father was a servant leader... Read More.