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2 dead in South Carolina university shooting The university in the southern United States remained locked down for almost eight hours after the incident. Officials have not yet confirmed the victims' identities or whether anyone is in custody. Storm Nils batters France, Spain: 3 dead, thousands without power In southern France and northern Spain, the "unusually strong" storm Nils uprooted trees, flooded roads, and left thousands without power. US lawmakers press Taiwan to boost defense spending amid China threat US lawmakers tell Taiwan's parliament threat from China "has never been greater." Meanwhile, Taipei inked a trade deal with the US to cut tariffs and deepen semiconductor and AI ties. Wanted man arrested after he returns to watch the Olympics A Slovak national wanted by Italian police for 16 years for a series of thefts was arrested before he got to see his national ice hockey team perform at the Winter Olympics. Switzerland to vote on capping population at 10 million A proposal by anti-immigration Swiss People's Party has gained enough signatures to head to a referendum this June. But lawmakers and business groups argue the move could cause economic chaos. Russia blocks YouTube and WhatsApp More websites and messenger apps are becoming inaccessible in Russia. While users look for ways around government bans, others wonder what will ultimately remain of the internet. France, Germany signal unity at EU's Belgium castle retreat Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz greeted the press together on arrival at the Alden Biesen Castle, with Macron saying they shared a "sense of urgency" on economic reform. But the two may clash on the way forward. Kim Jong Un's daughter set to be his successor, Seoul says Kim Ju Ae, the daughter of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, is estimated to be around 13 years old. She has already appeared by her father's side at military events. AU looks inward to assess its power to ensure security in Africa The African Union's (AU) unsuccessful peace and security initiatives will be under scrutiny at the upcoming summit. Leaders from across the bloc are calling for the body to take greater initiative in resolving conflicts. Prague exhibition documents Slovak National Gallery decline A Prague exhibition called "Free National Gallery – Description of a Struggle" details the political dispute over culture in neighboring Slovakia under Robert Fico. It carries an implicit warning for Czech culture, too. India: Ethnic tensions keep peace out of reach in Manipur Manipur remains trapped in an unresolved, worsening ethnic conflict, despite government efforts to resolve the tensions and find lasting peace. Rising teenage pregnancy among young teens in Philippines As Valentine's Day approaches in the Philippines, declining pregnancies among older teens contrast sharply with rising cases among those under 15.