Good morning, February 14, 2026. You’re listening to BTW Daily News. I’m Alex Carter, and I’ll give you the headlines that shaped the past 24 hours.First, in **politics** and **international** news, the Munich Summit concluded with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. They emphasized a renewed focus on European security and urged Russia to return to diplomacy after the latest escalation.Moving to the **Winter Games**, U.S. skier Mikaela Shiffrin is calling the event her comeback. Meanwhile, Britain's Matt Weston says a gold medal would mean “absolutely everything” for his team. Ukraine’s skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych has lost his appeal in a dispute over the “Helmet of Memory” that could see him miss his final Olympic run.In **international affairs**, Geneva hosts new U.S.–Russia talks on Ukraine, while U.S. officials warn at the U.N. that they will exhaust all diplomatic options before any military action against Iran.Shifting to **business**, Los Angeles agency Wasserman is being sold after accusations surfaced linking its founder to Jeffrey Epstein’s network. The sale will reshape the agency’s footprint as it prepares for the 2028 Olympics.In **entertainment**, Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of *Wuthering Heights* has drawn sharp reviews. Critics argue the film’s modern twists stray too far from Jane Bronte’s original sense of longing.Sports headlines: Former Rockets star Chris Paul has announced his retirement, closing out a career that included 13 All‑Star selections. In NBA All‑Star weekend, Team Vince edged Team Melo in the Rising Stars Challenge, with MVP Prince Simmons.On the **security** front, U.S. intelligence reports confirm preparations for a possible week‑long operation in Iran should diplomatic efforts stall. President Joe Biden’s team remains watchful of Tehran’s missile build‑up.Back to U.S. politics, Senator Marco Rubio released a statement reaffirming that the United States and Europe “belong together” and will not abandon the trans‑Atlantic alliance.That’s all for today’s roundup. Thank you for joining us on BTW Daily News. Have a great day.
