Amazon van stuck on deadly Broomway mudflats in Thames estuary, driver rescued safely

February 16, 2026

Amazon van stuck on deadly Broomway mudflats in Thames estuary, driver rescued safely

An Amazon delivery van got stuck on Britain's perilous Broomway path to Foulness Island. The driver fled safely before coastguards arrived. The van was later recovered by Amazon.

Royal Mail Struggles with Storms and Sick Staff, Missing Daily Deliveries

February 16, 2026

Royal Mail Struggles with Storms and Sick Staff, Missing Daily Deliveries

Royal Mail is facing daily delivery delays due to stormy weather and high staff sickness. Letters are late for weeks, and parcels are getting priority. Workers and unions warn the service is in crisis.

Time Bomb Blast Near Miryan Police Station in Bannu Kills 2, Injures 17

February 16, 2026

Time Bomb Blast Near Miryan Police Station in Bannu Kills 2, Injures 17

A time bomb planted on a motorcycle exploded near Miryan Police Station in Bannu, killing two people including a child and injuring 17 others. Police and rescue teams acted fast to secure the area and care for the victims.

Seven Workers Burnt Alive in Bhiwadi Chemical Factory Fire; Two Still Trapped

February 16, 2026

Seven Workers Burnt Alive in Bhiwadi Chemical Factory Fire; Two Still Trapped

A deadly fire at a chemical factory in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan killed seven workers. Two remain trapped inside. Rescue efforts are ongoing. PM Modi condoled the tragedy.

Bangladesh Mob Lynches Hindu Worker Over Blasphemy Allegation

February 16, 2026

Bangladesh Mob Lynches Hindu Worker Over Blasphemy Allegation

Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu garment worker in Bangladesh, was dragged out and burned alive by a mob accusing him of insulting Prophet Muhammad. This brutal killing has sparked outrage and raised fears for religious minorities in the country.