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Former Prince Andrew is arrested, and MotoGP heads to South Oz

Feb 19, 2026
Tightening US-Iran tensions and possible military options make up the big international thread. A high-profile arrest linked to royal documents and the palace response grab attention. MotoGP shifts from Phillip Island to a new South Australian street circuit. Tech court battles over social media addiction and age checks move to the US. Plus a quick peach cake segment for something sweeter.
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INSIGHT

Nuclear Talks Didn’t Prevent Escalation

  • The US negotiated with Iran but made limited progress and gave a two-week deadline for responses.
  • Analysts warn the Trump administration is closer to a major Middle East war than many Americans realise.
ANECDOTE

Royal Arrest Sparks Rapid Investigation

  • Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested at Sandringham on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
  • Police searched his Sandringham and Royal Lodge homes after documents linked him to Jeffrey Epstein allegations.
INSIGHT

Court Case Could Reshape Tech Liability

  • A US court compelled Mark Zuckerberg to testify in a case about apps allegedly designed to be addictive.
  • The outcome could force tech giants to pay billions and tighten age verification measures.
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