February 8, 2026

Hong Kong Woman Arrested for Carrying Knuckleduster in Airport Luggage

A 19-year-old woman was arrested at Hong Kong airport for carrying a knuckleduster in her carry-on bag. The weapon was found during routine security screening before her flight to Singapore.

February 8, 2026

Gunmen Kill 3 and Kidnap Catholic Priest in Kaduna Attack

In Kaduna, Nigeria, gunmen attacked a priest's home early Saturday, killing three and abducting Catholic priest Nathaniel Asuwaye plus others. The assault intensifies ongoing insecurity in the area.

February 8, 2026

Memorial for Swiss New Year Fire Victims Catches Fire, Sparked by Candles

A memorial honoring 41 victims of a deadly New Year party fire in Switzerland caught fire early Sunday, likely caused by candles. No injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the blaze at the Crans-Montana site.

February 8, 2026

President Zardari Warns Terror Threats from Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan, Accuses India

President Asif Ali Zardari warns the Taliban regime in Afghanistan fuels terror threats worse than pre-9/11 times. He accuses some neighbors, including India, of supporting militants targeting Pakistan. Zardari thanks world leaders for solidarity after a deadly Islamabad mosque attack claimed by Islamic State.

February 8, 2026

Supreme Court asks Govt, Tamil Nadu to respond on CBI probe demand in ₹1,000 crore Ponzi scam

The Supreme Court has asked the Indian and Tamil Nadu governments to respond on a plea seeking a CBI investigation into Universal Trading Solutions' ₹1,000 crore Ponzi scam that affected 73,000 depositors. The depositors demand a central probe for uniform action and quick asset recovery.