February 16, 2026

Hong Kong's Year of the Horse Night Parade Lights Up Tsim Sha Tsui

Hong Kong launches the Year of the Horse with its famous night parade on Tuesday. Over 60 countries join in, starting with a lively street party at 6pm and parade at 8pm in Tsim Sha Tsui.

February 16, 2026

Ramadan 2026: Fasting likely begins February 19 after crescent moon sighting

Ramadan 2026 is set to begin on February 19, depending on the new moon sighting in Mecca. Countries vary in their methods, with some relying on moon sightings and others on calculations.

February 16, 2026

Ramadan 2026: Fasting likely begins February 19 after crescent moon sighting

Ramadan 2026 is set to begin on February 19, depending on the new moon sighting in Mecca. Countries vary in their methods, with some relying on moon sightings and others on calculations.

February 16, 2026

Gaza’s Economy Collapses with 80% Unemployment Amid Ongoing War and Limited Aid

Gaza's war-shattered economy has an 80% unemployment rate. Aid agencies feed millions but prices remain too high. Many, like former fisher Mansour Bakr, struggle to survive amid shattered livelihoods and stalled reconstruction.

February 16, 2026

Election Commission Suspends 7 West Bengal Officials Over Voter List Misconduct

The Election Commission has suspended seven West Bengal officials for serious misconduct during the special revision of the voters' list. Disciplinary action has been ordered immediately. Tensions rise between EC and West Bengal government over election work.