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Construction Disputes Expected to Rise in 2026
New York, Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
Commercial construction faces a surge in disputes and litigation in 2026, driven by economic shifts and new tech like AI. Experts are being brought in earlier to resolve issues.
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Booking Holdings Reports Strong Q4 Revenue Beat and Announces 25-for-1 Stock Split
Norwalk, Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
Booking Holdings defied market skepticism by delivering $6.35 billion in fourth-quarter revenue, significantly outpacing analyst estimates driven by a 16% surge in gross bookings. Signaling robust confidence in global travel demand, the company also unveiled a massive 25-for-1 stock split and raised its dividend, providing a positive outlook despite recent share price volatility.
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Tucker Carlson Alleges Detention by Israeli Security Following Ambassador Huckabee Interview
Tel Aviv, Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
While President Trump reportedly urged him to de-escalate tensions, Tucker Carlson claims Israeli security detained and interrogated his team at Ben Gurion Airport regarding his interview with Ambassador Huckabee.
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India Pivots to Middle Eastern Oil as Russian Imports Hit Multi-Year Lows
New Delhi, Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
India’s Russian crude imports plummeted to 2022 lows in January, allowing Middle Eastern suppliers to reclaim a dominant 55 percent market share following a strategic trade agreement with Washington.
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Deadliest Avalanche in Modern California History Claims Eight Lives Near Truckee
Truckee, Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
Authorities confirm eight deaths in California’s deadliest modern avalanche near Castle Peak. One skier remains missing as severe storms hamper recovery efforts for the guided backcountry group.