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### Top 5 Trending World News Stories
Here are the top 5 trending global news stories based on recent headlines from major sources, ranked by prominence across reports as of mid-February 2026[1][2][5].
1. **Christchurch Shooting Update in New Zealand**: Latest developments follow a shocking mass shooting, dominating headlines with ongoing investigations and public response[1].
2. **Deadly Floods in Northern Colombia**: Severe flooding has triggered states of emergency, displacing thousands and sparking a major humanitarian crisis[1].
3. **Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Amid Escalation**: US-brokered talks resumed in Abu Dhabi after Russia ended an "energy truce" with massive missile strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure; gaps persist on territory and security guarantees[2].
4. **Israeli President Herzog's Australia Visit**: Herzog traveled to honor Bondi Beach massacre victims, promoting unity amid protests and controversies[1].
5. **Canada Shooting Tragedy in British Columbia**: A quiet community mourns one of the country's worst recent shootings, with significant loss of life and devastation[1].
These stories reflect a mix of geopolitical tensions, natural disasters, and security incidents capturing international attention. News evolves rapidly; developments like Middle East drone incidents and Epstein document fallout also feature prominently in earlier reports[2].
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