Netflix Inc. withdrew from negotiations to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. due to an unwillingness to engage in a bidding war. This allowed Paramount Skydance Corp. to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $111 billion.
The tanker "Seahorse" with Russian diesel fuel for Cuba has stopped in the North Atlantic. This delay threatens to deepen the fuel shortage on the island, where the electricity supply situation is already catastrophic.
On February 26, the IMF Board will meet to approve a program for Ukraine worth $8. 1 billion. Immediately after that, Ukraine will receive a tranche of $1.5 billion.
US President Donald Trump stated that Iran is resuming its nuclear program after US strikes. This intensifies speculation about preparations for new military strikes.
The French president dismissed Louvre director Laurence des Cars after a seven-minute robbery. The perpetrators stole royal jewels, revealing critical security flaws.
According to a Bank of America survey, 23% of investors consider the 'AI bubble' to be the main concern, surpassing geopolitics and central bank errors. Fears about unsustainable growth in AI investments have exceeded concerns about a 'bubble in the credit sector'.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius criticized Donald Trump's approach to Russia's war against Ukraine. He stated that Trump's actions could have strengthened Putin's confidence and complicated negotiations.
The US is pushing for a deal on Ukraine by July 4, the 250th anniversary of US independence. However, there are no signs that Putin is ready to compromise on his demands, Bloomberg notes.
In Asian trading, Bitcoin fell to $64,300, erasing gains made after the US elections. The reasons were macroeconomic uncertainty and conflicting statements from Washington regarding trade agreements.
Delta Airlines suspends operations at New York and Boston airports until Tuesday due to winter storm. Over 8,500 flights canceled, up to 50 cm of snow and zero visibility expected.
Great Britain could become the country most affected by new US import duties due to significant exports of services and goods. A fall in the pound and an impact on the Bank of England's monetary policy are predicted.
The US and Iran will resume nuclear talks in Geneva on February 26, mediated by Oman. Diplomats hope for a swift conclusion to the agreement's preparation amid the US military presence in the region.
Colombian Ecopetrol cannot import gas from Venezuela due to the lack of a US permit and the unsatisfactory condition of the gas pipeline. The country is looking for alternatives to overcome the fuel shortage.
The US State Department has urged its citizens in Mexico to remain in shelters due to the escalating situation following the elimination of a drug cartel leader. Militants are setting cars on fire and blocking roads, and shootouts are occurring.
New York authorities declared a state of emergency, banning travel and canceling classes due to the approaching largest snowstorm since 2016. Up to 60 centimeters of snow are expected, requiring residents to stay home.
The US Supreme Court canceled emergency tariffs, which eased trade pressure on China. This decision improves Beijing's negotiating position ahead of Trump's visit.
A new 9. 2 GW gas power plant, backed by the Trump administration, risks becoming the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the US. It is estimated that it could emit up to 19.4 million tons of CO2 annually, exceeding the most powerful coal-fired plants.
The German CDU/CSU bloc proposes introducing mandatory age verification for teenagers on social media. This is intended to protect their mental health from the negative influence of online platforms.
US President Donald Trump is considering limited military strikes on Iran to force Tehran to sign a new nuclear deal. This could lead to a new destabilizing conflict in the Middle East.
Colombia and Venezuela have made progress in negotiations on resuming natural gas trade. The parties have agreed on the technical parameters for restarting the cross-border gas pipeline "Antonio Ricaurte," which has been out of operation for over a decade.
Amazon warned of a large-scale threat: cybercriminals used AI to breach over 600 firewalls in 55 countries in five weeks. The attacks targeted facilities with single-factor authentication and weak credentials.
Chinese refiners are actively buying Russian oil, replacing India as the main buyer. Russian crude oil supplies to China rose to 2.09 million barrels per day in February.
US President Donald Trump warned Iran of 10-15 days to prevent military action, coinciding with the IAEA meeting on March 2. This could lead to a new resolution and referral of the case to the UN Security Council.
India imports the largest amount of crude oil from Saudi Arabia in over six years as the US pressures it to reduce purchases of Russian oil products.
Donald Trump has ordered federal agencies to release government documents on extraterrestrial life and unexplained aerial phenomena. This decision followed Obama's accusations of disclosing classified information about aliens.
Four South Africans, deceptively recruited by Russia to fight in Ukraine, have been repatriated. They were recruited by the daughter of a former South African president, who promised them jobs as security guards.
The most extensive Baltic Sea ice in 15 years is restricting Russian exports, requiring icebreaker escort for vessels without an ice class. From March 1, ports may prohibit entry to such vessels if the ice thickness reaches 30-50 cm.
The Kremlin has turned the Russian Orthodox Church into a soft power tool to solidify its position in Africa. Through the Patriarchal Exarchate, Moscow is luring clergy and spreading propaganda.
Thomas Pritzker, chairman of Hyatt Hotels, announced his resignation after the US Department of Justice released documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case. The billionaire called it a voluntary step to protect the hotel chain's reputation.
Approximately 100 US military personnel have arrived in Nigeria to provide advisory and technical support in the fight against militants. American advisors will train Nigerian units and share intelligence.
