February 16, 2026

Domestic Abuse Suicides of Women Under-Reported, Called a National Scandal by Experts

Experts reveal many domestic abuse-driven suicides among women go uncounted and overlooked by police, with actual numbers possibly ten times higher. Campaigners demand better investigations and justice.

February 16, 2026

11 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attacks Amid Gaza Ceasefire Violation; Trump Plans ‘Board of Peace’ Meeting

At least 11 Palestinians died in recent Israeli strikes in Gaza, breaking the ceasefire. Meanwhile, US President Trump announces the first meeting of his ‘Board of Peace’ this Thursday to help rebuild Gaza.

February 16, 2026

DNA on Glove Found Near Nancy Guthrie's Home Matches Suspect in Video, FBI Updates Case

FBI finds DNA on glove near Nancy Guthrie's home matching suspect's glove in video. Guthrie, mother of TV anchor Savannah Guthrie, missing for two weeks. Reward raised to $100,000.

February 16, 2026

ACCC Takes Coles to Court for Fake Discounts; Australian Skier Matt Graham Wins Olympic Bronze

Federal court begins hearing ACCC's case against Coles for misleading discounts. Meanwhile, skier Matt Graham wins bronze at Winter Olympics. IMF praises Australia's economic recovery, while officials search for an elderly kidnapped man and an entangled whale.

February 16, 2026

Kerala's Fort Kochi Chinese Fishing Nets Renovation Faces Delays Ahead of Tourist Season

Kerala Tourism’s ₹2.40-crore project to renovate Fort Kochi’s 11 iconic Chinese fishing nets is stuck due to payment delays and bureaucratic issues. Fishermen’s livelihoods are at risk with just six months left before tourist season. The project faces a tight deadline amid fears of damaging materials and election delays.

February 16, 2026

Trump's Border Tsar: Small Security Force to Stay in Minnesota After ICE Drawdown

Tom Homan says over 1,000 ICE agents have left Minnesota's Twin Cities, with hundreds more leaving soon. A small team will remain to continue investigations amid controversy and protests.

February 16, 2026

Designer Zubair Kirmani Revamps Kashmir Pashmina with Islamic Calligraphy Art

Fashion designer Zubair Kirmani introduces Islamic calligraphy on Kashmir’s pashmina shawls. His new series, ‘Karahul’, blends heritage and innovation, turning shawls into collectible art. Kirmani aims to revive the craft, boost artisan incomes, and expand global appeal beyond traditional designs.

February 16, 2026

UK Says Navalny Killed by Rare Dart Frog Toxin, Kremlin Denies

UK and European allies say Alexei Navalny died from epibatidine, a deadly toxin from South American dart frogs. Russia denies the claim, calling it a 'distraction'.

February 16, 2026

US Boards Second Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean Amid Venezuela Sanctions Crackdown

The US military boarded the Panamanian tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean after tracking it from the Caribbean. This marks the second US interception this week targeting Venezuela's oil exports under sanctions.

February 16, 2026

Measles Outbreak Hits North-East London Children Amid Low Vaccine Rates

A major measles outbreak is affecting unvaccinated children under 10 in north-east London. Over 30 cases confirmed in Enfield, with some kids hospitalised. Health officials urge vaccination before Easter and warn of bigger spread.