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February 17 2026
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Fire Breaks Out at Oura Restaurant in Lechería

A large fire broke out at the Oura restaurant in Lechería, Anzoátegui state, on Sunday. Early reports suggest the blaze may have been started by a flare used during a private gender reveal party held at the venue. Firefighters and Civil Protection officials responded to the scene and controlled the fire; two injuries were reported.

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February 17 2026
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Caracas Metro System Activates Special 'Beach Route' for Carnival

The Caracas Metro has activated a special 'Ruta Playera' bus service to transport citizens to the coast in La Guaira during the Carnival holiday. The MetroBús units will operate from February 14 to 17, with departures from the Zona Rental, La Paz, and Gato Negro stations.

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February 17 2026
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Flash Flood on Guanare River in Portuguesa Interrupts Carnival

Heavy rains on February 15 caused a sudden flash flood of the Guanare River in the state of Portuguesa, interrupting Carnival celebrations. Emergency response teams were deployed to rescue several people who were isolated by the rising waters. Authorities suspended all festive activities in the area as a precaution.

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February 17 2026
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Air Europa to Resume Flights to Venezuela on February 17

Air Europa will become the first Spanish airline to resume flights to Venezuela, with service set to restart on February 17. The move follows the lifting of air connectivity restrictions by Venezuelan authorities. Other Spanish airlines, Plus Ultra and Iberia, are expected to resume their flights in March and April, respectively.

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February 17 2026
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Marco Rubio Says Venezuela Is 'Much Better' Since Maduro's Capture

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the American operation that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro on January 3, stating that Venezuela is "much better today than it was six weeks ago." Speaking in Bratislava, Rubio acknowledged disagreements with some allies over the action but called it a success that gives Venezuela an opportunity for a new future.

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February 17 2026
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Full Epstein Archives Published, Including Over 300 High-Profile Names

The U.S. Department of Justice has published the complete set of records and investigative materials related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, fulfilling a legal requirement under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The archives include a list of over 300 names of high-profile individuals mentioned in various contexts within the documents.

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February 17 2026
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Obama Comments on Existence of Extraterrestrials and Area 51

Former U.S. President Barack Obama has revived discussion about extraterrestrial life, stating that while he believes aliens are "real," he has no knowledge of them being hidden at facilities like Area 51. In clarifying earlier remarks, Obama said that while it is statistically probable that life exists elsewhere in the universe, he saw no evidence of contact during his presidency.

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February 17 2026
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U.S. to Be Reimbursed for 6 Tons of Medical Aid Sent to Venezuela

The United States government has facilitated the delivery of over 6,000 kilograms (6 tons) of priority medical supplies to Venezuela. According to U.S. officials, the interim Venezuelan government led by Delcy Rodríguez has agreed to reimburse the cost of this aid shipment and any future deliveries.

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February 17 2026
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Delcy Rodríguez Eliminates Several Government Missions and Foundations

Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodríguez, issued a decree ordering the suppression and liquidation of seven public entities, including social missions and foundations. Among the organizations eliminated are the 'Viceministerio para la Suprema Felicidad Social del Pueblo,' the Robert Serra Youth of the Homeland Mission, and the Strategic Center for Security and Protection of the Homeland (Cesppa). The move is part of a broader restructuring of the Ministry of the Presidency.

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February 17 2026
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Delcy Rodríguez Appoints Anmy Pérez González as Head of Sudeban

Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodríguez has appointed Anmy Ivonett Pérez González as the new head of the Superintendency of Institutions of the Banking Sector (Sudeban). Pérez González previously served as a legal consultant within the institution. The appointment was formalized via a presidential decree published in the Official Gazette.

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February 17 2026
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Delcy Rodríguez Receives Magallanes Baseball Team at Miraflores Palace

Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodríguez, received the Navegantes del Magallanes baseball team at the Miraflores Palace to celebrate their victory in the 2026 Serie de las Américas. Rodríguez praised the team's comeback win as an example for the country, and during the event, she endorsed a proposal for Venezuela to host the 2027 tournament and to extend the national baseball league season.

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February 17 2026
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Edmundo González Calls for Release of Political Prisoners Without New Law

Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González demanded the immediate release of all political prisoners in the country, stating that "a law is not needed to release someone who was unjustly imprisoned." His comments came amid protests and hunger strikes by families of detainees who are demanding their freedom.

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February 17 2026
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Yulimar Rojas Achieves World-Leading Triple Jump of 14.95 Meters

Venezuelan athlete and Olympic champion Yulimar Rojas achieved the best triple jump mark of 2026, leaping 14.95 meters at the Spanish Women's Club Championship in Barcelona. The jump not only secured her victory and a new event record but also qualified her for the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships.

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February 17 2026
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UN Experts Say Epstein Files Suggest Crimes Against Humanity

A group of nine UN experts and rapporteurs declared that the files related to Jeffrey Epstein reveal a pattern of transnational atrocities against women and girls that could amount to crimes against humanity. They called for an impartial investigation to hold all responsible parties accountable, regardless of their status or power, and criticized the public disclosure of sensitive information about the victims.

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February 17 2026
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Robert Duvall, Oscar-Winning Actor of 'The Godfather', Dies at 95

Robert Duvall, the acclaimed American actor known for iconic roles in films like "The Godfather," "Apocalypse Now," and "Tender Mercies," has died at the age of 95. His wife, Luciana Duvall, confirmed that he passed away peacefully at his home in Virginia. Throughout his extensive career, Duvall won an Academy Award, two Emmys, and four Golden Globes.

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February 17 2026
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U.S. Intercepts Oil Tanker 'Veronica III' in Indian Ocean

U.S. military forces intercepted the oil tanker 'Veronica III' in the Indian Ocean, accusing it of violating sanctions by attempting to transport Venezuelan crude. The Panamanian-flagged vessel was tracked after fleeing the Caribbean Sea in an effort to evade the blockade imposed by the United States on Venezuela and Cuba.

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February 17 2026
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Luis Motta Domínguez Appointed as a Venezuelan Vice Minister

Luis Motta Domínguez, a retired general, has been appointed as the Vice Minister for Government Management Monitoring in Venezuela. The designation has been met with criticism from the opposition party Primero Justicia, which highlighted that Motta Domínguez is wanted by the DEA and sanctioned by the United States on corruption and money laundering charges, with a $5 million reward offered for information leading to his capture.

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February 17 2026
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Families of Political Prisoners Begin Hunger Strike at Zona 7 Detention Center in Caracas

A group of at least ten women, all relatives of political prisoners, began a hunger strike outside the Zona 7 detention center of the Bolivarian National Police (PNB) in Caracas. The protesters, some of whom chained themselves to the facility, are demanding the immediate and unconditional release of their loved ones, citing unfulfilled promises of liberation by authorities. Several of the women experienced health complications after more than 24 hours without food.

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February 13 2026
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Britney Spears Sells Rights to Her Music Catalog

Pop star Britney Spears has sold a majority of her music catalog rights to independent publisher Primary Wave. The deal includes hits like "...Baby One More Time" and "Toxic," and while the financial terms were not disclosed, it follows a trend of major artists selling their life's work for large sums.

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February 13 2026
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Digitel Reports Widespread Service Outage in Venezuela

Venezuelan telecommunications company Digitel reported widespread intermittency in its services on Wednesday due to issues with its central systems. The company stated that its technical team was working with the manufacturer to resolve the fault, which affected data navigation and self-management platforms for many users.