February 17, 2026

Yosemite's Firefall Lights Up Horsetail Fall in Fiery February Spectacle

Every February, Horsetail Fall in Yosemite glows bright orange and red, creating a rare fire-like waterfall. This brief show draws crowds worldwide, but only appears if weather, water, and sunlight align perfectly.

February 17, 2026

Migrant Tea Pickers from Odisha Fuel Kerala’s Tea Gardens with Hard Work and Passion

Migrant workers from Odisha are key to Kerala’s tea industry. They earn more here and enjoy the beauty of 'God’s own country'. Meet Rajkumar and friends who choose tea plucking over no work at all.

February 16, 2026

Supreme Court to Re-Examine Ex Post Facto Environmental Clearances on Feb 25

The Supreme Court will hear key cases on ex post facto environmental clearances for construction and public projects across India. The hearing is set for February 25 with no adjournments allowed, as ruled by Chief Justice Surya Kant’s Bench.

February 16, 2026

Six Dead, 46 Hurt in Brazil BR-153 Highway Bus Crash After Tyre Burst

A bus carrying farm workers crashed on Brazil's BR-153 highway early Monday. A tyre burst caused the vehicle to overturn, killing six and injuring 46 people.

February 16, 2026

Tripura Brick Kilns Halt Production Due to Severe Coal Shortage

Tripura's brick kilns are shutting down as coal supplies run out. Most have stopped working, with some having coal for only a week. The shortage comes from Meghalaya, hitting the local industry hard.