February 9, 2026

Senegal Police Arrest 14 in Paedophile Gang Tied to France

Senegalese police arrested 14 people in a major bust of a paedophile gang operating between Senegal and France. The group, active since 2017, faces serious charges including child rape and forced unprotected sex with HIV-positive men.

February 9, 2026

Meghalaya Orders Judicial Inquiry into Deadly Illegal Coal Mine Blast Killing 27

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced a judicial inquiry into the illegal coal mine blast in East Jaintia Hills that killed 27 people. The disaster occurred last week, prompting a search and rescue mission. The inquiry will investigate causes, assign responsibility, and suggest safety measures.

February 9, 2026

South Korea Grounds Cobra Helicopters After Deadly Training Crash

South Korea has grounded its aging AH-1S Cobra helicopters after a fatal crash during a training exercise killed two soldiers in Gapyeong county.

February 9, 2026

Scooter Rider Dies After Wrong-Way Crash With Car on NH 66 in Kasaragod

A 41-year-old scooter rider died on NH 66 at Kasaragod after riding the wrong way and hitting a car. Police registered a case naming the rider as accused.

February 9, 2026

HK Court Denies Bail to Japanese Suspect in 51 Million Yen Currency Exchange Theft

Hong Kong court refuses bail to Koki Hirose, accused of conspiring to steal nearly 28 million yen. The case involves a robbery of over 50 million yen outside a currency exchange last month.