February 9, 2026

Foetus Photo ‘Baby Samuel’ Sparks Investigation and Social Media Ban Amid Anti-Abortion Claims

A photo of a foetus called 'baby Samuel' is being used by anti-abortion activists and shared widely online. Authorities and Townsville Hospital are trying to remove it and find how it leaked. Activist Joanna Howe leads the campaign with unproven claims, drawing responses from politicians and health officials.

February 9, 2026

Delhi's Air Quality Dips to 'Poor' with AQI at 206 on February 9, 2026 Morning

Delhi’s air quality worsened on Monday morning, with AQI reaching 206 in the poor category. Several areas recorded high pollution, while some spots had better air quality. The morning was misty and cold with calm winds.

February 9, 2026

Tamil Nadu CM Launches Free Meal Scheme for 1 Lakh More Sanitation Workers

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin expands free meal programme to cover 1 lakh more sanitation workers in urban areas. The scheme benefits workers in Corporations, Municipalities, and Town Panchayats.

February 9, 2026

UK Deaths from Potent Nitazene Opioids Likely Underestimated by One-Third

A new study suggests deaths from nitazene opioids, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, are underreported in the UK by 33%. Testing methods may miss this lethal drug in postmortem samples, risking incomplete data and flawed prevention efforts.

February 9, 2026

Chinese Scientists Find ‘Super Antibody’ to Fight Deadly Tick Disease SFTS

Chinese researchers say a new ‘super antibody’ may help treat SFTS, a dangerous tick illness with a 30% death rate. This could stop a rising health threat.