‘Don’t know when they will deport me’: Pakistanis line up to get approved for regularisation in Spain

‘This is a lie’: Saikat Chakrabarti calls out Musk over Epstein files release

What happened to the ‘ghost boy’ who spent more than a decade locked inside his own body

South African man Martin Pistorius spent more than a decade fully conscious but unable to move or speak after a childhood illness left him misdiagnosed as vegetative. Trapped inside his body, he eventually regained communication through assistive technology. Now a father, professional and disability advocate, his story challenges assumptions about awareness, dignity and life with severe disability.

‘My team lead is Indian…’: US software engineer slams MAGA supporter for calling Indian workers ‘incompetent’

Canadian national Ramanan Pathmanathan pleads guilty to sexually exploiting over 100 children via social media in US

Twitch streamer Aspen Kartier arrested on animal cruelty charge after viral dog video

Twitch streamer Aspen Kartier, also known as Aspen Easterling, was arrested and charged with animal cruelty after a video surfaced showing her handling her puppy roughly during a livestream. The 19-year-old was taken into custody following multiple public complaints and an investigation. Her three-month-old Maltipoo puppy was found in good health and taken by animal control.

MrBeast bribes goalkeeper in unusual charity football stunt at Match for Hope 2026

YouTube star MrBeast created a viral moment during a charity football match in Doha when he jokingly appeared to bribe a goalkeeper with $10,000 before taking a penalty. The goalkeeper refused, and MrBeast converted the spot kick. The playful stunt drew global attention while amplifying the Match for Hope event’s charitable mission.

“Horrified by the video”: PETA responds to disturbing dog abuse claims involving Twitch streamer Aspen Kartier

PETA responded forcefully after Aspen Kartier faced dog abuse allegations that led Twitch to mark her channel as temporarily unavailable. Viral clips sparked outrage, prompting PETA to urge authorities to investigate, prosecute if warranted, and ensure the dog is removed to a safe, loving home.

‘Wild if single immigration lawyer approved 700,000 H-1Bs’: US professor questions massive visa ‘fraud’ in Texas

Two Indian-origin men arrested in US for money laundering; victims of scam paid in gold bars, cryptocurrency

Mother dies after arm amputation as doctors dismiss blackened hand as ‘newspaper ink’

A 52-year-old Edinburgh mother, Lorraine Pettie, suffered rapid necrosis in her right hand after medical staff dismissed the darkening as bruising, or even newspaper ink. Despite urgent care visits, her condition worsened, leading to amputation. She later died from complications including heart disease and diabetes. Her family say earlier intervention might have saved her arm, highlighting failings in timely diagnosis.

Marjorie Taylor Greene defends former CNN host Don Lemon’s arrest, says ‘that’s not journalism’

From Hollywood to Silicon Valley: how Ashton Kutcher secretly built a billion-dollar tech investment empire

Ashton Kutcher’s estimated $200 million net worth has been built less through acting than through disciplined technology investing. Early stakes in Airbnb, Uber and Spotify, followed by Sound Ventures’ more than $1 billion under management, repositioned him as a serious capital allocator. Selective acting, strategic philanthropy and AI investments now reinforce a portfolio defined by scale, utility and long-term conviction.

Wadi Khamila Rock Art Discovery: Study reveals early Egyptian dominance

Ex-Lottery Winner Jailed For Drug Ring: 80-year-old gets 16 years

An 80-year-old former lottery winner has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for running a massive counterfeit drug operation from his countryside cottage. The sophisticated enterprise, which produced millions of dangerous diazepam tablets, was funded in part by his £2.4 million lottery winnings. His son also received a nine-year sentence for his involvement in the illicit business.

UAE to host six major international summits and events in February

The UAE is set to host six major international events throughout February, attracting thousands of leaders and experts. These gatherings span governance, tolerance, education, digital trade, healthcare innovation, and global sport, reinforcing the nation’s position as a key hub for international dialogue and large-scale events.

Dubai kicks off desert races for whopping prize money: Cyclists battle harsh terrain in Al Salam Cycling Championship

Dubai’s Al Salam Cycling Championship is underway with exciting desert races. Top cyclists are competing for a whopping prize money. The championship features events for both men and women. This tenth season highlights Dubai’s growing cycling culture. The Al Marmoom Reserve is the venue for these challenging competitions. The event aims to promote cycling across the UAE.

Louisiana Jail Escape: How police tracked down and captured five murder suspects

‘We could have dinner and lots of privacy’: When Prince Andrew invited Epstein to Buckingham Palace

UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for February 2026

Fuel prices in the UAE will be lower in February 2026. Motorists will pay less for Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 petrol. Diesel prices also see a reduction. These new rates take effect from February 1, 2026. The changes reflect global oil market movements. This offers marginal savings for drivers and commercial users.