The political scene moves to the House of Representatives today as Kyriakos Mitsotakis will answer a question on energy from Nikos Androulakis on the subject of “the government’s policy on energy fuels precision and endangers the country’s energy security” as part of the Prime Minister’s Hour. The issue of wiretapping is almost certainly expected to […]
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was suddenly forced to stop her testimony about Jeffrey Epstein after an important rule was broken. Clinton, who claimed that she had ‘no idea’ about the disgraced financier’s criminal dealings, delivered a testimony on Thursday (26 February, in Chappaqua, New York. Having previously told the BBC that ‘we […]
Nepal Will Hold First Election Since Deadly Protests, With Three Rivals Vying to Be Prime Minister | Image: AP Kathmandu: A former rapper who ran Kathmandu as a mayor. The young leader of Nepal’s oldest political party. And a communist veteran politician hoping to return to power after being ousted in youth-led protests in which […]
Passport holders have been told to take action or they could risk being turned away at airports. Something could prevent you from being able to travel if you fail to follow the advice 07:34, 27 Feb 2026Updated 07:34, 27 Feb 2026 View Image Passport holders have been urged to take action (stock image)(Image: Peter Titmuss/Education […]
Financial technology company Block will be laying off 4,000 employees as a smaller team using artificial intelligence is tipped to “do more and do it better” – boosting the company’s share price Tannur Anders 07:27, 27 Feb 2026Updated 07:28, 27 Feb 2026 View 3 Images (Image: AFP via Getty Images) Financial technology company Block will […]
Nutritionist expert Dr Sheeja Chandran says this is a crucial point no one is talking about. “When you promote something as part of the state’s culinary culture, it needs to be healthy enough,” says the Ayurveda doctor. “Kerala has always adopted cross-cultural cuisine. Our appam and puttu are gifts from the Portuguese and Dutch presence […]
Over the past few weeks, Punch, a seven‑month‑old baby macaque at Japan’s Ichikawa City Zoo, has emerged as a global internet sensation. Recently, Google has also joined the celebrations surrounding the internet’s new favourite star, Punch the monkey. Typing “Punch the monkey” into Google triggers an unexpected digital effect, with the screen filling up with […]
Legendary Belgian electronic music festival to take place on 11–13 December 2026 at Wisdom Valley Pattaya with six stages and iconic global productions, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a World Class Event Hub Destination BANGKOK, Feb. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announces Tomorrowland Thailand, confirming the festival’s first full-scale Asian debut […]
A former rapper who ran Kathmandu as a mayor. The young leader of Nepal’s oldest political party. And a communist veteran politician hoping to return to power after being ousted in youth-led protests in which dozens were killed last year. They are the three leading contenders as Nepal heads into a crucial nationwide election, the […]
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stood front-row at the Hangzhou factory floor of Unitree Robotics, watching 1.3-metre humanoid machines perform synchronised kung fu, trade blows in a boxing match, and flex through combat choreography that – just weeks earlier – had captivated hundreds of millions of viewers at China’s Spring Festival Gala. But it was what […]
A former rapper who ran Kathmandu as a mayor. The young leader of Nepal’s oldest political party. And a communist veteran politician hoping to return to power after being ousted in youth-led protests in which dozens were killed last year. They are the three leading contenders as Nepal heads into a crucial nationwide election, the […]
MANILA,, Philippines — The Ateneo Law School Dean Jose Maria “Joey” Hofileña has died. He was 64. His family thanked all those who remembered the late law dean in prayer. “We are thankful for the beautiful gift that Joey has been to all of us, and find comfort in knowing that he is now wrapped […]
SINGAPORE – Singapore Post said it will keep the tariff charged on goods sent to the US at 10 per cent, until the higher rate of 15 per cent announced by US President Donald Trump is officially instated. This comes as a 10 per cent tariff placed on Singapore under the International Emergency Economic Powers […]
MrBeast vows to book only starlink-equipped flights as global airline adoption surges A viral video has been circulating on social media showing YouTube star MrBeast praising Starlink’s in-flight internet capabilities. During an appearance on the Good Guys podcast, he made a bold statement regarding his future travel habits as more airlines adopt the technology. He […]
Ahead of the scheduled first spacewalk of 2026 on January 8, NASA cancelled the EVA that was supposed to be carried out by Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke of Crew-11. Announcing the same, NASA back then wrote, “NASA is postponing the Thursday, Jan. 8, spacewalk outside the International Space Station. The agency is monitoring a […]
On the way to Yamanashi, UP CM Yogi Adityanath met people and children of Indian origin living in Japan and talked to them. The children touched CM Yogi’s feet and recited shlokas. Later, the CM gifted chocolates to the children (Credits: @/@myogiadityanath) LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath’s interaction with children of Indian origin […]
February 2026 turned out to be one of the internet’s most entertaining months, packed with wholesome, dramatic, and nostalgia-driven trends. From heart-melting animal stories to creative social media challenges and throwback music moments, the month kept users constantly engaged. Among all the viral sensations, one trend that truly captured global attention was “Baby Monkey Punch.” […]
Police took action against 1,322 people under the age of 20 last year for crimes linked to tokuryū anonymous and transient criminal groups, the National Police Agency said Thursday. Of them, 425 were involved in fraud, 247 in thefts and 200 in drug offenses. Those involved in robberies totaled 116, accounting for about 40% of […]
SINGAPORE – Apple users in Singapore have been alerted to new measures that may require them to show that they are above 18 years old to download certain apps. This comes a month before the Singapore Government requires all major app stores to block young users here from downloading apps not meant for their age. […]
Published By : Last Updated:February 26, 2026, 13:50 IST Chitrangda Singh dazzled in a vibrant pink saree at a recent event, where she also spoke about Salim Khan and the upcoming film Battle of Galwan starring Salman Khan. Rapid Read Chitrangda Singh stuns in a saree at a recent red carpet event. (Photo Credit: Instagram) […]
Viral baby monkey Punch’s orangutan plush toy has officially sold out in multiple countries, with resale prices now soaring to more than ten times its original cost. According to a report by the New York Post, the $20 (Rs 1817) IKEA Djungelskog orangutan stuffed toy has become a highly sought-after collectible after being linked to […]
TOKYO – The number of cases in 2025 in which children under 18 were victims of sexual misconduct rose for the third consecutive year to 4,858 in Japan, the highest level in the past decade, police said Feb 26, amid a rise in online juvenile crime. The National Police Agency reported that cases involving sexually […]
SINGAPORE – A man was sentenced to 15 months’ jail for having 92 images and three videos of child sexual abuse in his possession. On Feb 26, Tan Thiam Heng, 45, pleaded guilty to one charge of possessing child abuse material. The court heard that the children depicted in these videos were as young as […]
As it’s Chinese lunar new year, it would not be surprising if you’ve found yourself scrolling through some China-inspired content. But before you click the heart on a TikTok of paper lanterns or mouthwatering noodles, think twice. As an unsuspecting citizen, you may well be participating in a geopolitical battle where western civilisation itself is […]
Think twice before you open Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts the next time you’re bored. The more you watch short-form videos on your phone, the worse your brain gets at paying attention, and the damage shows up right there in your brainwaves, a study has warned. HOW WAS THE RISK OF REELS FOUND? Scientists at […]
A video of a young girl being shoved while posing for a photo at Tokyo’s iconic Shibuya Crossing has amassed over 9 million views in one day and ignited an online row over safety, manners and tourist behaviour. The clip was posted on Wednesday by a Taiwanese social media user peipeilin527, who said the incident […]
SINGAPORE – The website of the People’s Power Party (PPP), peoplespowerparty.sg, has been taken over by an unaffiliated entity. The site had previously been registered to the political party and was under maintenance from May 2025, less than a month after the 2025 general election on May 3. A party spokesperson said then that it […]
Investment firm General Atlantic is selling an equity stake in ByteDance in a deal that values the Chinese social media giant at $550 billion, two people with knowledge of the matter said, marking a dramatic rise in the privately held shares. The potential stake divestment will be the first since the Trump administration cleared the […]
