February 16, 2026

Six Dead in Sindh Highway Crash, Speeding Suspected; CM Orders Crackdown

A car and trailer crash in Sindh’s Naushahro Feroze killed six people early Monday. Speeding and brake failure are suspected. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah orders strict action to control speeding and improve road safety.

February 16, 2026

First Solar Eclipse of 2026 Brings 'Ring of Fire' but Misses UAE Sky

On February 17, 2026, the world will see an annular solar eclipse, showcasing a brilliant 'ring of fire.' The eclipse won't be visible in the UAE, but live streams from Antarctica will bring the spectacle to your screen.

February 16, 2026

Australian Police Arrest Man in Queensland After Egyptian Museum Heist

Australian police caught a man accused of stealing Egyptian artefacts from the Abbey Museum in Caboolture, Queensland. Most items were recovered except a 2,600-year-old wooden cat believed to be from ancient Egypt's 26th dynasty.

February 16, 2026

Labour’s New EV Mileage Tax Hits Rural Drivers Four Times More Than Londoners

Labour's 3p-a-mile tax on electric vehicles will cost drivers in England's south-west nearly four times more than those in London. The tax aims to recover lost fuel duty but risks slowing EV adoption outside cities.

February 16, 2026

Gaza’s Economy Collapses with 80% Unemployment Amid Ongoing War and Limited Aid

Gaza's war-shattered economy has an 80% unemployment rate. Aid agencies feed millions but prices remain too high. Many, like former fisher Mansour Bakr, struggle to survive amid shattered livelihoods and stalled reconstruction.