February 16, 2026

British Museum Drops 'Palestine' From Ancient Middle East Displays Over Accuracy Concerns

The British Museum has removed 'Palestine' from some ancient Middle East displays after UK Lawyers for Israel raised issues over historical accuracy. The move changes maps and panels to use terms like Canaan and Israel instead. Over 5,000 people signed a petition opposing this update.

February 16, 2026

Cyprus Calls for 10% Water Cut as Worst Drought Hits Since 1901

Cyprus faces its worst drought in over a century. Authorities ask residents to cut water use by 10% and roll out a €31m plan including desalination and leak fixes.

February 16, 2026

Australia Plans Carbon Tariffs, Keeps Maugean Skate Endangered, Approves Coal Mine Expansion

The Australian government unveiled a report promoting carbon tariffs to stop pollution leaks overseas. It rejected upgrading the Maugean skate to critically endangered and approved a major coal mine expansion in Queensland, stirring environmental debates.

February 16, 2026

Cooperation Minister to Open MG University Staff Conference on Higher Education Challenges

Cooperation Minister V.N. Vasavan will inaugurate the 41st Mahatma Gandhi University Employees’ Association conference on February 17-18. Key leaders will discuss major issues in higher education and critique the Union Government’s National Education Administration Bill.

February 16, 2026

Congress Slams NGT Approval of Great Nicobar Project Over Ecological Concerns

Congress blasted the National Green Tribunal’s approval of the Great Nicobar project, calling it 'deeply disappointing' and warning of disastrous ecological impacts. The party hopes the Calcutta High Court will offer relief as legal battles continue.