February 9, 2026

Ghislaine Maxwell to Testify Before US Congress But Likely to Plead the Fifth

Jeffrey Epstein’s aide Ghislaine Maxwell will appear by video before the House Oversight Committee Monday. She is expected to avoid answering questions by invoking the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.

February 9, 2026

SC Adjourns WhatsApp-Meta Privacy Case Over ₹213 Crore Penalty to Feb 23

The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on the WhatsApp-Meta privacy policy case to February 23, 2026. The delay came after WhatsApp’s senior counsel Kapil Sibal fell ill. The case challenges a ₹213.14 crore CCI fine on Meta and WhatsApp for violating user privacy.

February 9, 2026

Israel Tightens Control Over Gaza Movement, Deepening Humanitarian Crisis

Israel has tightened control over Gaza's border crossings, especially Rafah, turning temporary closures into a strict daily blockade. This limits aid flow, medical evacuations, and family reunifications, worsening survival for Palestinians.

February 9, 2026

Luxury Private Jets Take Off in Asia as Plane Makers Chase Super-Rich

Private jet sales are booming as Asia’s super-rich seek fast, comfortable travel. Gulfstream’s G700 and others showcase luxury and efficiency at Singapore Airshow.

February 9, 2026

Jihadist Groups Step Up Drone Attacks in West Africa Using Commercial Drones

Jihadist groups in West Africa are using cheap commercial drones to carry out deadly attacks. Since 2023, over 100 strikes by IS and al-Qaeda affiliates hit military and civilian targets, signaling a dangerous shift in local warfare tactics.

February 9, 2026

Spanish Train Drivers Begin Nationwide Strike After Deadly Crashes

Spanish train drivers start a three-day strike Monday. They protest poor rail safety after two deadly crashes in January. The union wants more staff and better maintenance to stop rail accidents.

February 9, 2026

UK Deaths from Potent Nitazene Opioids Likely Underestimated by One-Third

A new study suggests deaths from nitazene opioids, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, are underreported in the UK by 33%. Testing methods may miss this lethal drug in postmortem samples, risking incomplete data and flawed prevention efforts.

February 9, 2026

England's Poorest Areas House 70% More Vape Shops, Fewer Cafes Than Wealthy Ones

A study finds England’s poorest neighbourhoods have 70% more vape shops, off-licences and bookmakers, but fewer cafes, gyms and childcare than richer areas. Vacancy rates are higher and local shops struggle while the government focuses on town centres.

February 9, 2026

NSW Government Faces Court Challenge Over Police Powers During Israeli President’s Visit

NSW grants police strong powers to control protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit. Palestine Action Group challenges the move in court. The government says it’s for safety. Protest planned despite restrictions.

February 9, 2026

Poor Crop Planning Fuels Massive Losses for Pakistan's Farmers and National Resources

Pakistan’s farmers suffer huge losses as poor crop planning leads to overproduction and market crashes. Without proper guidance or technology, crops like potatoes and rice face price crashes or oversupply. Experts call for urgent reforms and modern tools to align farming with market demands.