February 4, 2026

US Shoots Down Iranian Drone Near Carrier Ahead of Iran-US Talks

The US shot down an Iranian drone near the USS Abraham Lincoln, escalating tensions just before new Iran-US talks. Iran also harassed a US-flagged tanker in another maritime clash.

February 4, 2026

Madras-Origin Veeraswamy London Restaurant to Close After 100 Years Due to Lease End

The 100-year-old London restaurant Veeraswamy, famous for Indian cooking and Madras dishes, will close as its lease expires. Founded by Edward Palmer, the restaurant is an emblem of British-Indian ties.

February 4, 2026

14 Dead in Migrant Speedboat Collision with Greek Coastguard near Chios

A tragic collision off Chios between a migrant speedboat and Greek coastguard vessel has killed 14 people. Rescue teams saved 24 others and searched for missing passengers.

February 4, 2026

14 Migrants Die After Speedboat Collides with Greek Coastguard near Chios

At least 14 migrants have died after their speedboat collided with a Greek coastguard vessel near Chios. Rescue teams saved 24 people, with some seriously injured.

February 4, 2026

ICE Detains Egyptian Man Charged With Raping Teen in Tennessee Under Diversity Lottery Visa

ICE has arrested Mena Mohsen Farez Nmn Awad, an Egyptian national charged with raping a 16-year-old girl in Nashville. Awad entered the US via the Diversity Lottery in 2017 and has a long criminal history. Official calls highlight risks linked to immigration policies.