February 17, 2026

US Homeland Security Shutdown Amid Calls to Rein In Masked Immigration Agents

The US Homeland Security Department has run out of funding, causing a partial shutdown. Democrats demand stricter rules on immigration agents after two fatal shootings in Minneapolis.

February 17, 2026

Europe Urged to Prepare for Catastrophic 3C of Global Warming, Says Climate Expert

Europe faces a hotter future with up to 3C global warming. Climate expert Maarten van Aalst says adapting is 'not rocket science' but urgent. The EU advisory board calls for stronger climate risk plans and investments to protect people from deadly weather extremes.

February 17, 2026

Man Jailed 18 Years for Child Sex Crimes in Wolverhampton

Gurpreet Randhawa from Wolverhampton sentenced to 18 years for raping two 15-year-olds and exploiting a 12-year-old via social media. Police praised victims' bravery.

February 17, 2026

Flash Flood Warnings in Los Angeles as Heavy Storms Hit Southern California

Los Angeles and Southern California face flash flood risks amid intense storms. Officials warn of quick flooding, especially in burn scar and urban areas. Stay alert and avoid flooded roads.

February 17, 2026

China Urged to Merge Commercial and Military Space Tech to Boost Defence

Chinese researchers call for blending commercial satellite use with military systems. As rivals like the US tap private firm tech, China aims to strengthen its space power with a military-civil satellite network.

February 17, 2026

India's Trade Deficit Hits $34.68 Billion in January on Spike in Gold Imports

India's trade deficit jumps to a three-month high in January due to soaring gold imports and falling exports. U.S. tariffs to be cut from 50% to 18%, boosting trade hopes.

February 17, 2026

Drone Strike Kills 28 in Busy Sudan Market Amid Deadly Civil War

At least 28 people died as drone missiles hit a crowded market in Sudan's Kordofan region. The attack happened amid fierce fighting between the Sudanese army and RSF paramilitary forces.

February 17, 2026

Greece Moves to Acquire Nazi Execution Photos Sold on eBay

Greece aims to buy rare WWII photos showing 200 men executed by Nazis in 1944. The images surfaced on eBay, sparking both shock and efforts to protect history.

February 17, 2026

Opposition Protests Indore Water Tragedy During Madhya Pradesh Budget Session

Madhya Pradesh Assembly erupted as Opposition Congress MLAs protested over Indore’s deadly water contamination, disrupting Governor Patel’s address on Feb 16, 2026.

February 17, 2026

Two Dead in Mass Shooting at Pawtucket Ice Rink During Hockey Game

A shooting at an indoor ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, kills two people and injures four during a boys’ hockey game. Police say the suspect is also dead.