Arguments to begin in landmark social media addiction trial set in Los Angeles
The world’s biggest social media companies face several landmark trials this year that seek to hold them responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.
Day: February 9, 2026
Iran arrests leading reformists close to the country’s president
Detentions of senior Reformists Front figures follow criticism of the authorities’ handling of recent protestsThe head of Iran’s Reformists Front, the organisation instrumental in securing the election of the country’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, has…
England’s poorest areas have 70% more vape shops and bookmakers than wealthier ones
Data shows deprived communities have more off-licences and takeaways and fewer childcare facilities and gymsEngland’s poorest communities have 70% more vape shops, off-licences and bookmakers than wealthier ones and far fewer cafes and gyms, a study ha…
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Mum’s twisted sacrifice after falling in love with her own son
Monica Mares, 36, and her son Caleb Peterson, 19, face up to 18 months in prison if found guilty of incest, but have vowed to fight for their right to have a sexual relationship
India And France Advance €300M SCALP Missile Pact Post-Operation Sindoor Triumph
India and France are advancing towards a substantial defence agreement valued at approximately €300 million for the supply of additional SCALP cruise missiles to the Indian Air Force (IAF).This development follows the missiles’ proven efficacy during Operation Sindoor last year, where they delivered precise strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan.The SCALP, also recognised as the
BEML’s 1500HP Bharat Engine: Powering The NGMBT, MBT MK-1A, And Future Ready Combat Vehicle For A new Era of Battlefield Mobility
BEML is developing a 1500hp Bharat Engine intended for India’s new generation main battle tank (NGMBT), MBT MK-1A, and the future ready combat vehicle (FRCV) programs under the Indian Army.The project sits within a framework of collaboration with key Indian defence research and development agencies, including CVRDE, ARAI, and ICAT, which collectively contribute to design validation, testing, and
Indian Start-Up’s Veer Kamikaze Drone Propels Indigenous Defence Tech Forward
India’s defence innovation ecosystem is experiencing rapid growth, with start-ups playing a pivotal role in advancing indigenous technologies.Navi Mumbai-based VTOL Aviation India Private Limited has achieved a milestone by successfully developing the Veer Kamikaze Drone, a sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicle designed for precision strikes.This kamikaze drone represents a leap forward in
Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils 2-nm Qualcomm Chip; SEMICON 2.0 Aims To Design Next Wave of Global Chip Innovations With Indigenous Leadership
Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, announced a significant milestone in India’s semiconductor ambitions with the unveiling of Qualcomm’s 2-nanometre chip, demonstrated during an event in Bangalore on 7 February.He framed this development as a decisive shift in India’s role from a back-office location to a comprehensive hub capable of end-to-end
No Binding USD 500bn US Purchase In India Trade Pact – Intent Only Says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has clarified the $500 billion figure in the India-US interim trade agreement, emphasising that India does not face any binding obligation to purchase that amount from the United States.Speaking to ANI on 8 February 2026, Goyal stated that the agreement reflects India’s intent to procure products based on its expanding commercial needs, rather