February 13, 2026

Arctic Blast Shuts Key A66 Road; Snow and Ice Hit Northern England and Scotland

An Arctic blast has closed the A66 road across the Pennines due to heavy snow and ice. The Met Office warns of travel disruption and freezing temperatures in northern England and Scotland.

February 13, 2026

Cyclones Hit Australia and Madagascar as Europe Faces Harsh Cold Snap

Cyclone Mitchell struck Western Australia, causing heavy rain and wind damage. Madagascar faces flooding from Cyclone Genzani, while northern Europe suffers its coldest January since 2010, with hundreds of deaths from hypothermia.

February 13, 2026

Famed Mudumalai Elephant Rivaldo Dies, Raising Conservation Concerns

Rivaldo, the iconic Mudumalai tusker known for his majestic tusks and calm nature, died after injury and illness. Conservationists urge better elephant health care in Nilgiri.

February 13, 2026

22 Massive Blocks of Ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria Raised for Digital Study

Divers have lifted 22 heavy blocks from the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria underwater site. The effort aims to digitally reconstruct the lost wonder using these huge stone pieces.

February 13, 2026

Russia Launches Deadly Air Assaults as Ukraine Faces Rising Casualties and EU Imposes Oil Ban

Russia carried out massive air attacks on Ukraine, damaging energy infrastructure amid bitter cold. Ukraine fights back and vows new tactics. The EU bans Russian oil by sea to hit war funding.