February 2, 2026

Arctic Indigenous Peoples Protest US Interest in Greenland, Warn of New Imperialism

About 70 people braved icy winds in Nunavut to protest US plans for Greenland. Inuit leaders fear a new age of disrespect for Indigenous rights amid global power moves.

February 2, 2026

Balochistan Sees Sharpened Violence as BLA Launches 'Operation Herof 2.0'

The Baloch Liberation Army launched 'Operation Herof 2.0' with coordinated attacks across Balochistan. Pakistan responds with a fierce counterstrike, killing over 130 militants amid rising tensions in the region.

February 2, 2026

Democrat Taylor Rehmet Wins Texas Senate Seat in Deep-Red Tarrant County

Taylor Rehmet, a Democrat, won a special Texas Senate election in Republican-dominated Tarrant County. The victory shakes up GOP leaders and raises concerns ahead of midterms.

February 2, 2026

Israel Reopens Gaza's Rafah Crossing for Limited Medical Evacuations

Israel has opened Gaza’s Rafah border with Egypt for a small number of Palestinians daily. This move is key amid ongoing peace talks and dire medical needs in Gaza.

February 2, 2026

Supreme Court to Hear Plea on Temple Priest Appointments in Kerala

The Supreme Court will review a petition challenging Kerala High Court’s decision that temple priests must be appointed following religious texts. Notice was issued to Kerala State, TDB, and KDRB. The case questions the validity of certificates from Thanthra Vidyalayas for priest recruitment.