February 17, 2026

Tamil Nadu Pushes to Rebalance Union-State Power for Stronger Governance

Tamil Nadu calls for less central control and more state autonomy to improve governance. A new committee suggests focusing Union power on real national issues, letting states handle local matters.

February 17, 2026

Argentinians Borrow and Sell Belongings to Buy Food Amid Economic Crisis

Many Argentinians struggle to buy basics like food. They take loans, sell things, and use credit cards as salaries run out mid-month. Despite government claims, economic hardship deepens.

February 17, 2026

FBI Refuses to Share Evidence in Alex Pretti Shooting Case in Minneapolis

FBI won’t share evidence on Alex Pretti’s killing by immigration agents in Minneapolis. Minnesota officials demand an impartial probe amid growing tension.

February 17, 2026

Ancient Elephant Bone Found in Spain May Prove Hannibal's Legendary Alps Crossing

Archaeologists find an ancient elephant bone in Spain, the first proof suggesting Hannibal’s war elephants marched through Europe during his 218 BCE Alpine campaign.

February 17, 2026

High Court Rules Fertility Patients Can Keep Embryos Despite Expired Consent

More than a dozen fertility patients won a court battle allowing their embryos, eggs, and sperm to stay in storage despite expired consent. Clinic errors and COVID-19 delays caused consent lapses, but the judge protected their chance to parenthood.

February 17, 2026

NHS Failing on MMR Vaccine; Measles Outbreaks Rise, Pharmacies Urged to Step In

Measles outbreaks surge as NHS struggles to vaccinate children. Some English areas have MMR rates as low as Afghanistan. Experts demand pharmacies join vaccination efforts to protect kids.

February 17, 2026

US Aircraft Carrier USS Abraham Lincoln Near Iran Signals Military Build-up in Middle East

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has been spotted near Iran, revealing a major US military presence. This comes as US and Iranian officials prepare for talks in Switzerland.

February 17, 2026

Hong Kong Court Orders Liquidation of Christian Zheng Sheng Association After Fraud Scandal

A Hong Kong court has ordered the liquidation of the Christian Zheng Sheng Association. The charity failed to repay HK$61 million after a 2024 fraud scandal involving misused donations. The group helped teens with drug issues but collapsed after police action and director arrests.

February 17, 2026

Hamas Used Emojis to Signal October 7 Attack on Israel, Say Israeli Sources

Israeli media report Hamas fighters used emojis to start the deadly October 7 attack. Phones from elite Nukhba Forces showed emoji signals. Over 1,200 killed and 250 captured in the assault.

February 17, 2026

Massive Traffic Jam Hits Hong Kong on Last Day of Lunar New Year Flower Market

Hong Kong faces severe traffic jams as crowds flood Victoria Park for the final day of the Lunar New Year flower market. Buses and trams are stuck for hours in Causeway Bay, disrupting public transport and leaving commuters stranded.