Day: February 21, 2026

Iran Students Mark 40 Days With Fresh Protests

Iran Students Mark 40 Days With Fresh Protests

Footage from Tehran showed chanting crowds and confrontations as authorities and activists traded blame.

February 21, 2026
Teen Stabbed to Death Outside Mosque Near Birmingham

Teen Stabbed to Death Outside Mosque Near Birmingham

Police say two other men were injured in the late-evening disorder.

February 21, 2026
Yet Another Brussels Shooting: Gunfire Near Metro Station

Yet Another Brussels Shooting: Gunfire Near Metro Station

Police recovered shell casings near Étangs Noirs as prosecutors open a fresh investigation into the latest incident in the Belgian capital.

February 21, 2026
Justice for Quentin: Lyon Prepares for Major March

Justice for Quentin: Lyon Prepares for Major March

As investigations continue and suspects face charges, supporters say the rally is about remembrance—and accountability.

February 21, 2026
Hungary Blocks €90 Billion Ukraine Loan Over Oil Dispute

Hungary Blocks €90 Billion Ukraine Loan Over Oil Dispute

Budapest says it will maintain its veto until Russian crude resumes flowing through the Druzhba pipeline, accusing Kyiv of political blackmail.

February 21, 2026
Bishop Arrested on Suspicion of Sexual Assault

Bishop Arrested on Suspicion of Sexual Assault

Member of the House of Lords steps back from ministry while police inquiries continue.

February 21, 2026
Trump Imposes New 10% Tariff After Court Ruling

Trump Imposes New 10% Tariff After Court Ruling

The move follows a Supreme Court decision limiting the president’s use of emergency powers

February 21, 2026
U.S. Slams ‘Terrorism’ in France After Quentin Killing

U.S. Slams ‘Terrorism’ in France After Quentin Killing

Washington condemns the deadly assault in Lyon as political violence, warning that extremist attacks threaten democratic norms on both sides of the Atlantic.

February 21, 2026
UK Puberty Blocker Trial Halted Over Safety Fears

UK Puberty Blocker Trial Halted Over Safety Fears

The controversial NHS study was suspended after officials warned of “significant” long-term harms.

February 21, 2026
“This Cursed Phenomenon We’re Experiencing”

“This Cursed Phenomenon We’re Experiencing”

Edward McLaren’s recently published novel Bothelford’s Gone fictionalizes Britain’s grooming gangs.

February 21, 2026