America Ecuador Trade unions in Ecuador have called a national strike against a government labour decree allowing the 40-hour workweek to be reorganised into shifts of up to 12 hours a day, arguing it undermines workers’ rights
Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo A key border post between DRC and Burundi reopened after over two months of closure triggered by an offensive by AFC/M23; the Kavimvira crossing, a vital trade route linking Uvira and Bujumbura, resumed operations as DRC regained control over the area
Oceania Australia Bush towns are spending millions just to guarantee their residents can see a doctor; six tiny WA centers spend AUS$1,5m each year on subsidies, their citizens facing shorter life expectancy due to inadequate medical services
Africa eSwatini The official Opening of the 3rd Session of the 12th Parliament transcended legislative formality, transforming post-ceremonial luncheon into a high-calibre showcase of artistic excellence with a selection of local and international stars took to the stage
America Saint Kitts and Nevis 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community CARICOM will begin today 24 February 2026 in Basseterre under the theme “Beyond Words: Action Today for a Thriving, Sustainable CARICOM”
Europe North Macedonia Former Deputy Prime Minister Artan Grubi, a fugitive from justice for over a year following accuse of corruption, was arrested by police at a border crossing
Europe Finland The lowest number of job vacancies since 2016 were recorded in Finland at the end of 2025; Statistics Finland reported that employers posted 34.100 open positions-22% on 2024
Europe Poland Nearly one million Ukrainian refugees are still living in Poland after being driven from their homes by the start of the war with Russia four years ago, UNHCR reported, describing the circumstance as an sign of 'extraordinary solidarity'
Europe Bosnia and Herzegovina Many cases of gender-based and domestic violence never even reach a court – emboldening the abusers and leaving victims feeling helpless - even though stricter, specific laws have been introduced in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Africa Cameroon After completing 20-year sentences for embezzlement of public funds, former officials Roger Belinga, head of Cameroon Housing Corporation and Gérard Ondo Ndong, director of Special Inter-communal Equipment and Intervention Fund were released
Asia Turkey A new legislation imposing time, location and security restrictions on meetings between lawyers and detainees held on terrorism and organized crime charges is reportedly being drafted following cases where leaders kept issuing instructions from prison
America Dominica The Girl Guides Association of Dominica has joined millions of members of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts in celebrating the centenary of World Thinking Day, a global tradition observed by over 12 million girls across 153 countries
America United States US Hockey Team won a historic gold medal at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime; Jack Hughes’ goal gave the team its first victory since the 1980 Lake Placid Games
Oceania Solomon Islands Carrying out mining operations on Nendo Island is 'not feasible'; the comments follow geochemical sampling results which reportedly confirm there are no viable prospects for mining operations in Temotu Province, particularly on Nendo Island