NEWSTACHE on Nostr: 1. British Couple Detained in Iran: The family of a British couple detained in Iran ...

1. British Couple Detained in Iran: The family of a British couple detained in Iran addressed their "distressing situation" and sought their safe return after ignoring warnings. The couple is currently being held on security charges. (Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/uk/british-couple-detained-in-iran-after-ignoring-warnings-family-addresses-distressing-situation-seeks-safe-return/articleshow/118282792.cms)

2. Palestinians and Israeli Prisoners: Three more Palestinian prisoners were freed under an Israel-Hamas ceasefire, while Israeli hostages were also released. The release follows weeks of tensions and hostilities between the two parties. (Link: https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2025-02-15/rejoicing-apprehension-as-three-more-hostages-freed-under-israel-hamas-cease-fire)

3. U.S. Retail Sales Report: U.S. retail sales data slightly dropped in February, causing stock futures to remain slightly lower. The retail sales report included figures for clothing, electronics, furniture, and other goods and services. (Link: https://www.barrons.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-021425/card/stock-futures-remain-slightly-lower-after-retail-sales-report-40RRGDl98Vr98d7slO3A?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo)

4. Russia's Court Orders U.S. Citizen's Detention: A Russian court ordered the detention of a U.S. citizen suspected of drug smuggling. The man's identity and details about the case have not been disclosed. (Link: https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/russian-court-orders-us-citizen-suspected-drug-smuggling-118856698)

5. JPMorgan's RTO Mandate: A JPMorgan Chase employee who questioned Jamie Dimon's remote work mandate was reportedly fired and then offered his position back again after a contentious town hall meeting. (Link: https://fortune.com/2025/02/15/jpmorgan-chase-firing-rto-work-from-home-technology-zoom-welch/)