US Sends Gerald R. Ford Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions

February 14, 2026

US Sends Gerald R. Ford Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions

The Pentagon is moving the giant Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier from the Caribbean to the Middle East. This means two US carriers will be in the region as tensions rise with Iran. President Trump said, “In case we don’t make a deal, we’ll need it.” The Ford will join the Abraham Lincoln carrier and other military ships already there.

Trump Administration Sues Harvard, Demands Docs in Race Admissions Probe

February 14, 2026

Trump Administration Sues Harvard, Demands Docs in Race Admissions Probe

The Trump administration has sued Harvard University for not cooperating with a federal probe into its race-based admissions practices. The Justice Department wants documents to check if Harvard broke the law after the Supreme Court banned race-conscious admissions.

Opposition Stages Sit-In at Parliament Demanding Urgent Eye Care for Imran Khan

February 14, 2026

Opposition Stages Sit-In at Parliament Demanding Urgent Eye Care for Imran Khan

TTAP launched a sit-in at Pakistan's Parliament, demanding immediate eye treatment for PTI founder Imran Khan, who has severe vision loss. Protesters vow to stay until demands are met.

Cuban Official Slams US Oil Blockade as 'Massive Punishment' Harming Vital Services

February 14, 2026

Cuban Official Slams US Oil Blockade as 'Massive Punishment' Harming Vital Services

Cuba's deputy foreign minister Carlos de Cossio accuses the US of cruel fuel embargo harming medical care, food production, and daily life. Mexico halts oil shipments but sends humanitarian aid amid pressure.

Ex-NYPD School Safety Chief Charged with Bribery Over Panic Alert Sales

February 14, 2026

Ex-NYPD School Safety Chief Charged with Bribery Over Panic Alert Sales

Kevin Taylor, ex-head of NYPD school safety, faces federal bribery charges for promoting a mobile panic alert system to schools. Lavish trips and luxury dinners followed, prosecutors say. Taylor denies all claims.