EU Subsidizes Beef, Lamb 580 Times More Than Legumes, Report Finds

February 19, 2026

EU Subsidizes Beef, Lamb 580 Times More Than Legumes, Report Finds

A new report shows the EU gives 580 times more subsidies to beef and lamb than to legumes. Meat and dairy get heavy support despite health and climate warnings. Experts say policy should shift to plant-based diets.

Bail Conditions Eased for Protester Eyad Shadid After Isaac Herzog Rally in Sydney

February 19, 2026

Bail Conditions Eased for Protester Eyad Shadid After Isaac Herzog Rally in Sydney

Eyad Shadid, charged during an anti-Herzog protest in Sydney, had his bail terms eased by court for being overly harsh. NSW police apologized to Muslim worshipers after a rally clash.

White House Says Iran Would Be 'Very Wise' to Make Deal as US Boosts Military Near Tehran

February 19, 2026

White House Says Iran Would Be 'Very Wise' to Make Deal as US Boosts Military Near Tehran

Amid rising US military presence near Iran, the White House says Iran would be 'very wise' to strike a deal. Talks show some progress but key gaps remain. Tensions escalate as warships arrive and Iran holds military drills.

Imran Khan’s Medical Care Sparks Political Clash in Pakistan

February 19, 2026

Imran Khan’s Medical Care Sparks Political Clash in Pakistan

Pakistan’s jailed former PM Imran Khan faces delayed medical checkups amid political blame games. The government and Khan’s family exchange accusations over his health and treatment transparency.

Islamabad High Court Questions Domestic Violence Act as Lahore Court Convicts Man for Assault

February 19, 2026

Islamabad High Court Questions Domestic Violence Act as Lahore Court Convicts Man for Assault

Islamabad High Court asks ministries to respond to a petition challenging the Domestic Violence Act. Meanwhile, Lahore court sentences a man for assaulting his wife and mother-in-law.