February 17, 2026

Ancient Elephant Bone Found in Spain May Prove Hannibal's Legendary Alps Crossing

Archaeologists find an ancient elephant bone in Spain, the first proof suggesting Hannibal’s war elephants marched through Europe during his 218 BCE Alpine campaign.

February 17, 2026

High Court Rules Fertility Patients Can Keep Embryos Despite Expired Consent

More than a dozen fertility patients won a court battle allowing their embryos, eggs, and sperm to stay in storage despite expired consent. Clinic errors and COVID-19 delays caused consent lapses, but the judge protected their chance to parenthood.

February 17, 2026

US Aircraft Carrier USS Abraham Lincoln Near Iran Signals Military Build-up in Middle East

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has been spotted near Iran, revealing a major US military presence. This comes as US and Iranian officials prepare for talks in Switzerland.

February 17, 2026

Hong Kong Court Orders Liquidation of Christian Zheng Sheng Association After Fraud Scandal

A Hong Kong court has ordered the liquidation of the Christian Zheng Sheng Association. The charity failed to repay HK$61 million after a 2024 fraud scandal involving misused donations. The group helped teens with drug issues but collapsed after police action and director arrests.

February 17, 2026

Massive Traffic Jam Hits Hong Kong on Last Day of Lunar New Year Flower Market

Hong Kong faces severe traffic jams as crowds flood Victoria Park for the final day of the Lunar New Year flower market. Buses and trams are stuck for hours in Causeway Bay, disrupting public transport and leaving commuters stranded.