Bill Gates a annulé son discours prévu lors du sommet India AI Impact Summit à New Delhi, alors que les retombées de la publication de millions de documents liés à Epstein continuent de se propager dans le monde entier. Ce retrait intervient alors que l’opinion publique s’intéresse de plus en plus aux rencontres passées entre Bill Gates et Jeffrey Epstein et à la récente publication de brouillons d’e-mails liés à Jeffrey Epstein qui font référence au cofondateur de Microsoft. La controverse s’est transformée en un scandale international de plus grande ampleur, en particulier après l’arrestation d’Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor au Royaume-Uni. Bien que Bill Gates nie toute malversation, sa décision de se retirer du sommet montre à quel point les dossiers Epstein remodèlent de plus en plus les réputations, la politique et le débat public mondial.
L’OTAN a enfin pris des mesures concrètes en réponse aux menaces répétées de Donald Trump d’envahir le Groenland : une opération militaire baptisée « Arctic Sentry ».
Selon un communiqué publié en février 2026, « Arctic Sentry » vise à renforcer la capacité de l’OTAN à défendre la région arctique, y compris le Groenland. « Arctic Sentry » inclura des troupes provenant de plusieurs pays membres de l’OTAN. Les soldats suivront une formation spéciale afin de se préparer aux conditions arctiques et à la géopolitique spécifique qui les a amenés là-bas. Donald Trump n’a pas directement commenté ce nouveau projet.
Le roi Charles III a déclaré avoir réagi avec « la plus profonde inquiétude » après l’arrestation de son frère Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, soupçonné de faute professionnelle dans le cadre d’une affaire liée à Jeffrey Epstein, marquant l’un des moments les plus dramatiques pour la monarchie britannique ces dernières années. Cette détention, qui a eu lieu le jour du 66e anniversaire d’Andrew, fait suite à un regain d’attention suscité par la publication de millions de documents liés au réseau d’Epstein. Cette arrestation a ravivé des allégations de longue date, la colère du public et les questions sur la responsabilité des élites au pouvoir, exerçant une nouvelle pression sur Buckingham Palace alors que la procédure judiciaire s’engage et que l’attention internationale s’intensifie.
Stephen Colbert a fait une annonce (pas si) surprenante au début de son émission. Après avoir présenté le groupe et annoncé son invité pour la soirée, il s’est interrompu un instant pour annoncer qu’un certain invité ne serait pas présent, alors qu’il était censé l’être. Selon Colbert, il lui a été interdit de diffuser son interview avec le représentant de l’État du Texas, James Talarico. Talarico, un représentant démocrate, ne cesse de gagner en popularité au Texas et commence à attirer suffisamment l’attention pour menacer les titulaires. La FCC a utilisé sa règle du « temps égal », créée pour empêcher les chaînes de télévision de promouvoir des idéologies partisanes par le biais de la promotion de politiciens. Colbert a affirmé que les avocats de Paramount avaient contacté directement son équipe, interdisant à Colbert de diffuser l’interview.
Bill Gates has cancelled his planned keynote speech at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi as the growing fallout from the release of millions of Epstein-related documents continues to spread worldwide. The withdrawal comes as public scrutiny intensifies over Gates’s past meetings with Jeffrey Epstein and the recent publication of draft emails linked to Epstein that reference the Microsoft co-founder. The controversy has escalated into a broader international scandal, particularly after the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the United Kingdom. While Gates denies any wrongdoing, the decision to step away from the summit highlights how the Epstein files are increasingly reshaping reputations, politics, and global public debate.
GLENDALE, AZ - OCTOBER 09: Rondale Moore #4 of the Arizona Cardinals runs out during introductions against the Philadelphia Eagles at State Farm Stadium on October 9, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
The year 2026 was marked by the passing of many personalities who left a lasting mark on our society. Artists, creators, public figures, thinkers, and athletes—each and every one contributed in their own way to shaping our era and our collective imagination. This In Memoriam project pays tribute to those who left us during the year. Through these memories, we take a moment to remember their influence, celebrate their contributions, and honor lives that will continue to resonate long after their passing.
GLENDALE, AZ – OCTOBER 09: Rondale Moore #4 of the Arizona Cardinals runs out during introductions against the Philadelphia Eagles at State Farm Stadium on October 9, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 05: Eric Dane attends HBO’s « Euphoria » Season 2 Photo Call at Goya Studios on January 05, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic for HBO)ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 5: Rapper Lil Poppa performs during Rod Wave – Last Lap Tour at State Farm Arena on December 5, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/WireImage)Le révérend Jesse Jackson en campagne électorale à Winterset dans l’Iowa, le 3 février 1988.(Photo by jean-Louis Atlan/Sygma via Getty Images)PALM SPRINGS, CA – JANUARY 03: Actor Robert Duvall attends the 26th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala at Parker Palm Springs on January 3, 2015 in Palm Springs, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)American actor Bud Cort, wearing a black suit with a white shirt, and American actress Patti D’Arbanville, who wears a black off-shoulder outfit, attend the 2nd Annual American Cinematheque Award Salute, held at the Hollywood Palladium in the Hollywood neighbourhood of Los Angeles, California, 21st February 1987. The ceremony honoured American actress and singer Bette Midler. (Photo by Vinnie Zuffante/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 18: James Van Der Beek attends 2024 FOX Winter Press Day at Fox Studio Lot on November 18, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Andrew Toth/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 26: Singer Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down performs at 2023 FOX & Friends’ Summer Concert Series on May 26, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images)BEVERLY HILLS, CA – JULY 14: Musician Chuck Negron, former singer of the classic rock band Three Dog Night, performs onstage during the Happy Together tour at Saban Theatre on July 14, 2018 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)Catherine O’Hara of « The Wild Robot » at the Deadline Studio held at the Bisha Hotel during the Toronto International Film Festival 2024 on September 9, 2024 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by KC Armstrong/Deadline via Getty Images)
King Charles III said he reacted with «the deepest concern» after his brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office in a case linked to Jeffrey Epstein, marking one of the most dramatic moments for the British monarchy in recent years. The detention, which took place on Andrew’s 66th birthday, follows renewed scrutiny triggered by the release of millions of documents tied to Epstein’s network. The arrest has revived long-standing allegations, public anger, and questions about accountability among powerful elites, placing fresh pressure on Buckingham Palace as legal proceedings begin and international attention intensifies.
International Flags flying high against clear sky at the Entrance of Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai
NATO has finally done something tangible in response to Donald Trump’s continued threats to invade Greenland – a military operation called ‘Arctic Sentry’. According to a statement released on February 11, 2026, ‘Arctic Sentry’ aims to enhance NATO’s ability to defend the Arctic region, including Greenland. ‘Arctic Sentry’ will include troops from multiple NATO nations. The troops will undergo special training to prepare for the Arctic conditions and the specific geopolitics that have resulted in the soldiers being there. Donald Trump has not directly commented on the new project.
International Flags flying high against clear sky at the Entrance of Expo 2025 Osaka KansaiBRUSSELS, BELGIUM – FEBRUARY 12: Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov (R), German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (2nd R), UK Defense Secretary John Healey (2nd L), and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte (L) hold a joint press conference after the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting in Brussels, Belgium on February 12, 2026. (Photo by Dursun Aydemir/Anadolu via Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – FEBRUARY 12: A view of the NATO Defence Ministers Meeting held at NATO headquarters in Brussels, Belgium on February 12, 2026. (Photo by Dursun Aydemir/Anadolu via Getty Images)WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 03: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a bill signing in the Oval Office of the White House on February 03, 2026 in Washington, DC. The House passed legislation today that ends the partial government shutdown while lawmakers negotiate over Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy and funding for the Department of Homeland Security. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 20: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters during a news conference on tariffs on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026 at the White House in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Peter W. Stevenson/The Washington Post via Getty Images)BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – JANUARY 22: (L-R) EU Commission vice-president, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas is talking with the Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina, the Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and the Belgium Prime Minister Bart De Wever prior the start of an Informal dinner of the members of the European Council in the Europa building, the EU Council headquarters on January 22, 2026 in Brussels, Belgium. This evening the EU is holding an emergency summit in Brussels to confront the surge in trans Atlantic tension sparked by President Trump’s tariff threats and talk of military action over Greenland, with leaders discussing possible countermeasures and how to recalibrate EU/U.S. relations. (Photo by Thierry Monasse/Getty Images)This photo taken on Jan. 22, 2026 shows a European Council emergency summit in Brussels, Belgium. Leaders of European Union (EU) member states held an emergency summit in Brussels on Thursday night to discuss U.S. threats related to Greenland and assess possible next measures. (EU/Handout via Xinhua)
Pope Leo XIV has formally declined Donald Trump’s invitation to join the newly announced «Board of Peace», a U.S.-led initiative presented as a diplomatic effort to guide Gaza’s reconstruction and address future global conflicts. The decision, confirmed by the Vatican through Cardinal Pietro Parolin, highlights clear differences between the Holy See and the White House over how international crises should be managed. While Trump has promoted the board as a major global platform bringing together dozens of countries, the Vatican signaled that it prefers established multilateral frameworks, particularly the United Nations, to lead such efforts. The refusal sets the tone ahead of the board’s first scheduled meeting in Washington.
ROUND ROCK, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 9: State Representative James Talarico prepares to address the crowd during a campaign rally after launching his Senate campaign for the seat currently held by John Cornyn in Round Rock, Texas on September 9, 2025. In an effort to expand his reach, Talarico is one of many Democrats doing Substack lives and venturing into podcasts and platforms with big followings. (Photo by Callaghan O'Hare for The Washington Post via Getty Images)
On Monday, February 16, Stephen Colbert made a (not-so) shocking announcement at the beginning of his show. After introducing the band and announcing his guest for the evening, he stopped for a moment and announced that a certain guest would not be appearing, even though he was supposed to. According to Colbert, he was barred from airing his interview with Texas State Representative James Talarico. Talarico, a Democratic Representative, has been steadily growing in favour in Texas, and is beginning to garner enough attention to threaten the incumbents. The FCC used its ‘equal time’ rule, created to prevent broadcast channels from promoting partisan ideologies through the promotion of politicians. Colbert claimed that Paramount’s lawyers contacted his team directly, forbidding Colbert from airing the interview.
ROUND ROCK, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 9: State Representative James Talarico prepares to address the crowd during a campaign rally after launching his Senate campaign for the seat currently held by John Cornyn in Round Rock, Texas on September 9, 2025. In an effort to expand his reach, Talarico is one of many Democrats doing Substack lives and venturing into podcasts and platforms with big followings. (Photo by Callaghan O’Hare for The Washington Post via Getty Images)EL PASO, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 21: Democratic Texas State Rep. James Talarico speaks to members of the media at the Fire Fighters Hall February 21, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Talarico faces Dallas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the March 3rd primary. (Photo by Alberto Silva Fernandez/Getty Images)US TV host and writer Stephen Colbert attends the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights ‘Ripple of Hope Awards Gala’ in New York City, on December 9, 2025. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images)WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 18: The seal for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seen in the Commission’s briefing room during a meeting at FCC headquarters on February 18, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Commission met to discuss oversight of the FCC Lifeline program, broadband deployment on the 900 MHz band, capping noncommercial educational reserved FM band applications, and reforming intercarrier compensation. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 07: Stephen Colbert greets the audience before a conversation with Conan O’Brien to benefit Montclair Film at New Jersey Performing Arts Center on December 07, 2025 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty ImagesWASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 03: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a bill signing in the Oval Office of the White House on February 03, 2026 in Washington, DC. The House passed legislation today that ends the partial government shutdown while lawmakers negotiate over Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy and funding for the Department of Homeland Security. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 20: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters during a news conference on tariffs on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026 at the White House in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Peter W. Stevenson/The Washington Post via Getty Images)
