February 17, 2026

UK Govt Drops Plan to Delay 30 Council Elections, Councils Scramble to Organise Voting

The UK government abandoned plans to delay 30 council elections in England after a legal challenge. Councils now have just over 11 weeks to prepare for May 7 polling day, causing frustration and confusion among local leaders and parties.

February 17, 2026

Angus Taylor denies leaked immigration ban plan; racism report exposes systemic issues in Australian universities

New Liberal leader Angus Taylor says he has no knowledge of the leaked immigration plan by former leader Sussan Ley. Meanwhile, a report reveals racism is widespread in Australian universities, affecting many groups including Palestinian and Jewish students.

February 17, 2026

Bomb Threat Emails Trigger Security Alerts in 18 Uttar Pradesh District Courts

District courts in Uttar Pradesh got bomb threat emails on Monday. Police stepped up security with searches and alerts in 18 districts including Lucknow and Varanasi. The Anti-Terrorism Squad is investigating the threats, which officials say may be hoaxes meant to disrupt peace.

February 17, 2026

170,000+ Students Sue 36 UK Universities Over Online Studies During COVID

More than 170,000 students are suing 36 UK universities after their courses switched online during the Covid-19 pandemic. They claim compensation under consumer law, saying they paid for in-person teaching which was not delivered. The legal action may cost universities millions.

February 17, 2026

170,000+ Students Sue 36 UK Universities Over Online Studies During COVID

More than 170,000 students are suing 36 UK universities after their courses switched online during the Covid-19 pandemic. They claim compensation under consumer law, saying they paid for in-person teaching which was not delivered. The legal action may cost universities millions.