Belarus' strongman leader pardons 20 more prisoners, but rights groups say repression continues

In a Six Nations clash, Italy defeated Wales 22-15, with Ange Capuozzo's try giving Italy a lead they maintained throughout the match. Despite Wales scoring two tries late in the game, Italy's dominance, accuracy, and discipline secured their victory, extending Wales' losing streak to 14 games and dropping them to their lowest world ranking of 12th. Italy's smart play and key performances, particularly from Tommaso Allan and Lorenzo Cannone, sealed their back-to-back wins over Wales...

Shocking footage shows a man seemingly attacking a woman in Birmingham before jumping towards a moving car, causing the vehicle's windscreen to shatter. The man was hit by the car, prompting West Midlands Police to launch an investigation and urge witnesses to come forward. The incident, captured on video, occurred in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter on February 3, with the police seeking to speak to both the man and the woman involved. Full Article

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed a new offensive in Russia’s Kursk region, with North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces. Russia claimed to have repelled a Ukrainian counterattack in Kursk, while also capturing the mining town of Toretsk in eastern Ukraine. The conflict escalated with Ukrainian strikes in Makiivka, 36 Ukrainian drones shot down in Russia, and 139 Russian drones sent into Ukraine. Full Article

Sudan's military has regained control of nearly all of Khartoum North from the RSF, reclaiming key districts like Kafouri and Abu Quta in recent offensives. The army's advances mark significant progress in the ongoing war with the paramilitary group, with fears of reprisals against activists and humanitarian workers in recaptured areas. Human rights groups have raised concerns about potential atrocities, including mass executions and extrajudicial killings, as the conflict continues to escalate, resulting in a...

Christian singer Lauren Daigle describes her upcoming Super Bowl performance as "vindication" after being canceled by the New Orleans mayor. Meanwhile, Elton John reportedly breaks down in tears while recording his new album. The Fox News Entertainment Newsletter also covers a legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, Ozzy Osbourne's health challenges, and Drew Carey's emotional revelation about his former fiancée's murder. Full Article

A massive fire broke out in the market of Sonamarg, a famous resort town in Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir, quickly spreading from a restaurant to adjacent shops. Fire tenders are working to bring the fire under control, with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah offering support and assistance to the affected families and businesses. The incident has not been edited by News18 staff and was reported by a syndicated news agency. Full Article