International
Five countries commit troops to Gaza
Five countries have committed troops for an international security force for Gaza, the commander of the force said on Thursday.
Veteran Bengali author Shankar passes away
Veteran Bengali author Mani Shankar Mukhopadhyay, popularly known as Shankar, passed away on Friday (February 20, 2026) at the age of 92. He had been undergoing treatment at a Kolkata hospital for the past 15 days for multiple age-related ailments. His family announces his demise on Friday (Frbruary 20) afternoon.
Afghan women can't file abuse complaints without husband’s permission
The new penal code published by the Taliban government in Afghanistan has raised serious concerns in the international community. A report by the British newspaper The Independent said that various sections of the new law have further narrowed the path for women to get justice.
18 killed in truck-pickup collision in Egypt
At least 18 people — most of them fishermen — were killed in a head-on collision between a truck and a passenger pickup in Egypt’s northeastern Port Said province. Three others were injured and are receiving treatment at a hospital.
Trump says he's ordering release of data on UFOs and aliens
US President Donald Trump said Thursday he is ordering federal agencies to begin "identifying and releasing" government files related to UFOs and aliens, a move sought for decades by some Americans.
Trump suggests Iran has 10 to 15 days to reach agreement with US
US President Donald Trump has renewed his threats against Iran, suggesting that Tehran has about 10 to 15 days to reach a deal with Washington or face further military strikes.
Antonia Romeo becomes UK's first female cabinet secretary
For the first time in UK history, a woman has been appointed to the top civil service post.
Former Prince Andrew arrested over Epstein ties
The police in Britain on Thursday arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, over suspicions of misconduct in public office after accusations that he shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as a British trade envoy, according to the BBC.
Taliban legalises domestic violence as long as there are no "Broken Bones"
A new penal code introduced by the Taliban 'legalises' domestic violence against women by allowing husbands to physically punish their wives and children as long as it does not cause "broken bones or open wounds".
South Korea jails ousted President Yoon for life
A South Korean court on Thursday sentenced ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment for leading an insurrection in connection with his attempt to impose martial law in December 2024.