The Brussels Parliament abandoned a proposed reform tightening jobseeker controls, opting to reassess employment policy amid political and social reservations.
An aircraft departing Bierset circled the Liège sky due to a technical issue before safely returning and landing, sparking curiosity and concern among local residents.
Dominique, a train attendant in Rhode-Saint-Genèse, was violently assaulted at work, sparking reflection on staff safety, human fragility, and community solidarity.
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has arrived in Riyadh to attend the World Defence Show, joining global delegations at the major international defence exhibition.
Authorities in Bogotá conducted a downtown operation on Calle 13, seizing 21 mobile phones reported stolen or showing signs of tampering, as part of efforts to curb illegal sales and theft.
Long waits for trucks and nearly 30 anchored ships reflect congestion at Colombia’s Port of Buenaventura, prompting new operational guidelines to improve logistics and efficiency.
An explosion at a biotech factory in northern China’s Shanxi Province killed eight people; authorities have launched an investigation and rescue and cleanup operations continue.
Rue du Rhône in Geneva will be partially closed for ten months for utility work, requiring patience and adaptation from residents, commuters, and city life.
Bangladeshi students studying in Pakistan are watching their home country’s pivotal election with both hope and anxiety, reflecting on its potential impact on reform and their future.
Authorities ordered the evacuation of insular zones near Cartagena due to intensifying meteomarine conditions with stronger winds and higher waves, urging all residents and visitors to leave before midnight.
Laurent Vinatier reflects on his Russian imprisonment; survivors of the Crans‑Montana Constellation fire share their suffering; and dynamic ski ticket pricing raises debate in Swiss resorts.
Four people died and three required liver transplants after eating toxic death cap mushrooms that spread widely in California following heavy rains, prompting urgent health warnings.
South Korea is expanding the use of national health data and AI to boost its bio industry, aiming to drive innovation, support drug development, and strengthen global competitiveness.
UK hiring and wage growth are slowing as businesses turn cautious, signaling a gradual cooling of the labor market amid high interest rates and uncertain economic growth.
Washington Post international staff face serious security risks after layoffs, prompting colleagues to start a GoFundMe for support amid uncertain and dangerous conditions abroad.
Singapore will receive its first advanced fighter jet in 2026, enhancing air defense capabilities and pilot readiness while marking a milestone in regional military modernization.
UK man charged with murdering partner reportedly cited missing GTA VI release; police investigate digital and domestic context as case moves to court.
The Seattle Seahawks won the Super Bowl, completing a season built on defensive strength and consistent play to reclaim the NFL’s top prize.
In a French murder trial, identical twin brothers share the same DNA, making it impossible for forensic experts to say which one fired the fatal shot, complicating the prosecution’s case.
Despite a stronger ringgit, Singaporeans continue shopping in Malaysia as cost differences and lifestyle habits outweigh currency changes.
Inusah Fuseini replaces Mahama Ayariga on the Ayawaso East vote-buying probe committee, ensuring the continuation of parliamentary oversight and inquiry.
President Bola Tinubu will undertake a state visit to the UK in March, meeting the monarch and officials to discuss trade, investment, and diplomatic relations.
Assessments show limited changes in frontlines in the Russia‑Ukraine war as of February 8 2026, with continued Russian cross‑border actions and significant drone and missile strikes.
Russian drone strikes hit Ukraine’s port city of Odesa overnight, damaging infrastructure and buildings while air defenses intercepted many of the incoming attacks.