The 62nd Munich Security Conference concluded with a sense of divergence between the United States and Europe, as European leaders sought a future less reliant on the U.S., according to NPR Politics. The conference, which featured a keynote speech from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, followed a previous year's address that had reportedly shocked many European leaders.
The conference, which took place in Munich, Germany, on February 14, 2026, saw a shift in expectations following a lecture on free speech and democracy from Vice President Vance the previous year. The event highlighted the evolving relationship between the U.S. and Europe, with European nations signaling a desire for greater autonomy.
In other news, a specialist online investigator, Greg Squire, used a clue from a dark web image to rescue a 12-year-old girl from years of abuse, as reported by Hacker News. Squire, working to find the girl named Lucy, had hit a dead end due to the abuser's efforts to conceal identifying features. However, a clue found in the girl's bedroom wall helped Squire locate her.
Meanwhile, in the realm of consumer products, a writer for Wired tested a Saatva mattress, noting its lumbar support and pressure relief for stomach and back sleepers. The mattress, which Saatva had provided to Team USA for the Winter Olympics, also offered a sleep trial, warranty, and white-glove delivery. The review noted that the foam layers did not provide deep contouring for side sleepers.
Also from Wired, an article warned against purchasing unknown products on Amazon, particularly laptops. The author, who spends time testing and reviewing laptops, found numerous examples of inferior products being promoted on the platform. The article suggested that better alternatives were often available at the same price, but not shown by Amazon.
Finally, Wired also reported on the social app Batemates, where men engage in online masturbation with each other. One user, Jaxon Roman, described his experiences on the app, including the pleasure he derived from the attention of other men. Roman said, "When bros praise me and say they're enjoying me, I get to that edge point so fast."
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