February 19, 2026

China Surpasses US in Hypersonic Missile Tech with Long-Range CJ-1000

China has overtaken the US in hypersonic missile technology with its CJ-1000, the first land-based scramjet-powered missile. This long-range weapon could outsmart air defenses and shift global military power.

February 19, 2026

US Withdraws Forces From Syria as New Government Takes Control

The US is pulling its troops from Syria after a decade, as President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s government takes charge. The Syrian army now controls the Al-Tanf base. Despite withdrawal, the US is ready to fight ISIS threats in the region.

February 19, 2026

Netweb Unveils Compact NVIDIA-Powered AI Supercomputers in India

Netweb Technologies launches Spark, a tiny AI supercomputer with 1 petaflop performance, and Tyrone AI systems built on NVIDIA’s Grace Blackwell. These advanced machines support huge AI models and are made in India.

February 19, 2026

FCC Probes The View Over Equal Time Rule; Denies Censorship Claims by Colbert

The FCC has opened an investigation into ABC's The View for possible violation of the equal time rule after an interview with Texas politician James Talarico sparked controversy. Stephen Colbert blamed the FCC's rule change for stopping his interview. FCC Chair Brendan Carr denies censorship and explains the rule's intent.

February 19, 2026

California Proposes Billionaire Tax Amid Medicaid Cuts; Billionaires Threaten to Leave

California plans a 5% one-time billionaire tax to offset Medicaid funding cuts. Billionaires resist, moving assets out. Bernie Sanders backs the tax campaign.

February 19, 2026

NYU Langone Ends Gender-Affirming Care for Minors Amid Federal Funding Pressure

NYU Langone Health has shut down its gender-affirming care program for minors after federal threats to cut funding. The hospital continues pediatric mental health services, facing backlash from officials and advocates calling the move harmful for trans youth.

February 19, 2026

Delhi High Court Seeks Government Reply on Criticism of DPDP Act Over Privacy and Executive Control

The Delhi High Court on February 18, 2026, issued notice to the Union government on a petition challenging the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. The petition claims the Act allows unwarranted surveillance and excessive executive power, undermining judicial independence. The court has scheduled the hearing for April.

February 19, 2026

Bodo/Glimt Shock Inter Milan with 3-1 Victory in Champions League Playoff

Bodo/Glimt continued their giant-killing run by beating Serie A leaders Inter Milan 3-1 at home in the Champions League playoff first leg. After Fet’s opener, a quick double from Hauge and Hogh sealed a memorable win for the Norwegian minnows.

February 19, 2026

India Joins Global Criticism of Israel Over West Bank Actions

India has joined dozens of countries condemning Israel’s unilateral moves in the West Bank. The statement opposed annexation and called Israeli measures illegal ahead of key UN talks.

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.