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NASA's confirmation that thousands of city-killer asteroids are currently lurking in space. Our modern satellites and telescopes have no way to track and identify these asteroids. Last year’s near-miss with a massive space rock proved that our current detection systems are failing. Is Earth's luck about to run out?

President Donald Trump has announced a $36 billion investment deal with Japan, tied to lower tariffs and strategic investments across multiple sectors. This deal strengthens economic ties between the US and Japan, boosting trade, industry, and strategic cooperation. This video breaks down the deal, its implications, and potential benefits for both nations.

India is considering age-based curbs on social media use for under-16s by amending IT Rules, with consultations underway. The move aligns with global trends like Australia’s ban, aiming to curb online harms, deepfakes, and excessive screen use among children.

US strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats killed 11 people across the Pacific and Caribbean, raising fresh questions about legality and civilian deaths. Washington calls them narco-terrorists, but critics warn the strikes likely amount to extrajudicial killings

India, with six points in three matches, are already through Super 8 and have been seeded in Group X prior to the tournament. They face South Africa (Feb 22), Zimbabwe (Feb 26), and West Indies (Mar 1) in Super 8 at Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Kolkata, respectively.

Spain has ordered a major investigation into child abuse content hosted on social media platforms. Prosecutors will examine whether these platforms may be responsible for enabling or failing to prevent crimes against minors.

For the first time since 20214, Russian athletes may compete under their own national flags at the Paralympic Games. Previously, sanctions prevented the Russian flag from being flown due to international sports restrictions.

Southwest England is grappling with record-breaking flood levels after weeks of relentless rainfall left towns and countryside submerged. Salisbury has been particularly hard hit, with aerial footage revealing vast stretches of water engulfing roads, homes, and surrounding farmland. Rivers across the region have surged to historic levels, breaching banks and overwhelming local flood defenses. Authorities warn that saturated ground and continued rainfall could worsen conditions, raising concerns about infrastructure damage and prolonged disruption.

An 18-year-old man ran toward the U.S. Capitol with a loaded shotgun on Tuesday (February 17) before police arrested him without incident, said U.S. Capitol Police Chief Michael Sullivan. Photos released by the U.S. Capitol Police show the unidentified man being arrested by officers and the shotgun he used. The motive of the man, who police said was wearing a tactical vest and tactical gloves, was not immediately known. He also had a Kevlar helmet and a gas mask in his vehicle, police said.

Reform UK has announced its new shadow cabinet, with Nigel Farage positioning the party as Britain’s main opposition force. The lineup features several high-profile Conservative defectors, signaling a bold attempt to reshape the UK’s political landscape. Farage described Reform UK as a “brand in itself,” underlining his ambition to expand the party’s national appeal beyond its traditional base.

JeffTube is a platform that looks similar to YouTube and hosts videos from the Epstein Files. It lets you browse through the videos with ease, without having to download them. There are a few things you should keep in mind while browsing JeffTube.

Veteran actress Pravina Deshpande, who has worked in films and TV, has passed away at the age of 60. Condolences and tributes poured in from fans.

Trump announced the first $36 billion tranche of Japan’s $550 billion US investment pledge tied to a tariff deal. The projects span energy, oil exports, and manufacturing, boosting US industry, reducing reliance on China

Veteran civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died after a prolonged illness, marking the end of a defining chapter in modern American activism. A longtime ally of Martin Luther King Jr., Jackson rose to national prominence as a powerful advocate for racial justice, economic equality, and voting rights. Jackson made history as a two-time presidential candidate, breaking barriers and expanding political representation for Black Americans.

The Epstein saga has reignited political tensions as Hillary Clinton publicly defended former President Bill Clinton while demanding the full release of all files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Clinton lashed out at the Trump administration, accusing it of withholding critical documents and alleging a “cover-up” in the handling of the case. Millions of pages linked to Epstein have recently resurfaced in public discourse, renewing scrutiny of high-profile figures once associated with the convicted sex offender.

Senior Night turned into a bloodbath in Rhode Island on Monday (Feb 16) as a trans shooter, 56-year-old Robert Dorgan, aka Roberta Esposito, gunned down multiple victims, including his ex-wife and adult son. Chilling details continue to emerge. Scroll to read.

Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine, launching a massive aerial barrage targeting Odesa and central regions with drones and missiles. This escalation comes amid ongoing tensions in the region, causing significant damage and raising international concern.

Veteran civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died after a prolonged illness, marking the end of a defining chapter in modern American activism. A longtime ally of Martin Luther King Jr., Jackson rose to national prominence as a powerful advocate for racial justice, economic equality, and voting rights. Jackson made history as a two-time presidential candidate, breaking barriers and expanding political representation for Black Americans.

Russian strikes in Ukraine continued as talks in Geneva began on Tuesday (February 17), President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly video address. Negotiators from Ukraine and Russia met for the first of two days of U.S.-mediated peace talks in Geneva on Tuesday, with U.S. President Donald Trump pressing Kyiv to act fast to reach a deal to end the four-year conflict. Ahead of the negotiations in Switzerland, Russia carried out airstrikes overnight across swathes of Ukraine, severely damaging the power network in the southern port city of Odesa. Zelensky said the attacks left tens of thousands without heat and water.