February 18, 2026

US Pressure Forces Countries to End Cuba’s Global Medical Missions Amid Fuel Crisis

Countries like Guatemala are ending Cuban medical programs due to US pressure and Cuba’s worsening fuel crisis. The US calls Cuba’s doctor missions forced labor, aiming to cut Cuba’s foreign income from these missions.

February 18, 2026

Julian Ingram’s Decade-Long Violence History Surfaces Before Triple Murder Manhunt

Julian Ingram threatened a former partner and her family years ago. He was convicted of domestic violence offences, breaching an AVO, and had a violent past before allegedly killing three people in Lake Cargelligo.

February 18, 2026

Australia's Consumer Watchdog Flags Confusing Supermarket Pricing on Fresh Produce

Australia's consumer regulator is worried that supermarkets charging for fruits and veggies per item instead of weight are confusing shoppers and causing overpaying. The ACCC wants clearer, consistent pricing to protect buyers.

February 18, 2026

Police Commissioner Opens Free Health Camp at United Hospital, Kalaburagi

Police Commissioner S.D. Sharanappa inaugurated a free health camp at United Hospital in Kalaburagi. Thousands attended for free tests and medicines, celebrating 14 years of advanced local medical care.

February 18, 2026

Delhi High Court Questions Govt on Vacant Posts in Women’s Commission Amid Rising Crimes

Delhi High Court asked the government about steps taken to fill vacancies at the Delhi Commission for Women. The commission remains non-functional, raising concerns as crimes against women surge in the capital.

February 18, 2026

Traffic Diverted as Old Ghataprabha Bridge Pier Partially Collapses in Belagavi

A pier of a 70-year-old bridge over Ghataprabha river in Belagavi partially collapsed on Wednesday. Police quickly diverted traffic and stopped water flow. Repair and inspection plans are underway.

February 18, 2026

Kerala Church Slams Govt for Extending Bar Hours, Warns of Youth Harm

Kerala's Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church strongly opposes the government's decision to extend bar operating hours, fearing it will ruin a generation. Bars can now stay open till midnight, with 5-star hotels allowed till 3 a.m. on extra charges.

February 18, 2026

Protests at Karachi Press Club Over Student Hamdan's Death in CTD Encounter

Hundreds protest outside Karachi Press Club demanding justice after CTD kills student Hamdan in a controversial encounter. His family claims it was a fake encounter and accuses CTD of illegal acts.

February 18, 2026

Google to Build New AI Subsea Cables Linking India to Singapore, South Africa, and Australia

Google announced plans to build subsea cables from its new AI hub in Visakhapatnam, India. The cables will connect India to key global locations, strengthening digital networks ahead of an AI summit in New Delhi.

February 18, 2026

Massive Avalanche Near Lake Tahoe Leaves 10 Skiers Missing Amid Fierce Winter Storm

A huge avalanche hit Castle Peak near Lake Tahoe on February 17, 2026. Ten backcountry skiers are missing, six found alive. Rescuers face extreme snow and wind to save survivors.