February 18, 2026

5000-Year-Old Bacterium Found in Romanian Ice Cave Resists Modern Antibiotics

Scientists in Romania discovered a 5,000-year-old bacterium in a frozen cave that can resist multiple modern antibiotics. The bacteria may spread resistance genes as ice melts due to climate change, but also hold potential for new medicines.

February 18, 2026

New Jersey Transit Urges Work from Home as Gateway Rail Upgrade Hits NYC Commutes

New Jersey's transit authority asks commuters to work from home for up to a month due to major rail work moving traffic onto a new bridge. The $16bn Gateway Project will cut rail service across the Hudson until March 15, causing delays and fewer trains into Manhattan.

February 18, 2026

GHMC to Launch Portal and QR Codes for Clear Property Tax Details in Hyderabad

GHMC is building a new portal for citizens to check property tax details online. It will also assign QR codes to each building, helping people and officials access building info easily to reduce corruption.

February 18, 2026

Uttarakhand Considers Online Fee to Curb Fake Char Dham Yatra Registrations

To stop fake entries and manage crowds, Uttarakhand is planning a fee for online Char Dham Yatra registration. A committee will decide the fee soon.

February 18, 2026

New Birdex App Turns UK Birdwatching into a Fun Digital Collecting Game

The Birdex app lets users collect digital cards of UK birds by recording sightings. It rewards rare bird sightings and allows friendly competition. While loved by nature fans, its AI-generated bird art has sparked debate. Experts see potential citizen science benefits but warn about wildlife safety.