February 19, 2026

Wellington's Sewage Crisis: Raw Waste Flushes into Ocean, Threatening Marine Life and Public Health

Wellington’s wastewater plant collapsed on February 4, dumping millions of litres of raw sewage daily into coastal waters. Beaches are closed, marine life is at risk, and locals demand accountability as a national inquiry begins amid ongoing pollution fears.

February 19, 2026

Indian Grey Hornbill Chosen as Bird of Tirupattur with 41,243 Votes

Over 1.04 lakh people voted in Tirupattur's bird poll, selecting the Indian Grey Hornbill as the district's official bird to promote conservation.

February 19, 2026

Avalanche near Lake Tahoe kills 8, one of US’s deadliest in years

At least eight skiers died in a deadly avalanche near Castle Peak, Lake Tahoe. The area is known for frequent avalanches and currently faces high risk. This tragedy ranks as the fourth deadliest avalanche in US history.

February 19, 2026

Trump's Electric Vehicle Policy Rollback Boosts China's Edge in EV Market

The US rolled back rules encouraging electric vehicle production, risking losing ground to China. Experts warn this move favors petrol cars and slows EV innovation, hurting American automakers.

February 19, 2026

Deadly Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe Kills 8 Skiers; 1 Missing

A huge avalanche near Lake Tahoe has killed eight backcountry skiers and left one missing. Rescue teams battled harsh winter weather in a large snow slide at Castle Peak, California.