International Bangladesh’s Nationalist Party wins majority in historic election The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has secured a majority victory in the country's first election since the Gen Z-driven uprising of 2024.Source: feeds.skynews.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026 1
International ‘We are hopeful’: small signs of recovery for Scotland’s rare capercaillie bird Number of males at RSPB Abernethy rises to 30, after ‘huge amount of work’ by conservationists in Highlands forestsAfter decades of decline, there are signs of hope for the capercaillie, one of Britain’s most endangered birds.Populations of the charismatic grouse, which is found only in the Caledonian pine forests of the Scottish Highlands, have increased by 50%, from 20 males in 2020 to 30 in 2025 at RSPB Abernethy. Continue […] todayFebruary 13, 2026 2
International Democrats at Munich security summit to urge Europe to stand up to Trump European leaders divided over how far to accommodate Trump’s ‘wrecking ball’ politics and foreign policyUS Democrats will use a security summit this weekend to urge European leaders to stand up to Donald Trump, with the continent divided over how to keep the unpredictable US president on side.Democrats at the annual Munich Security Conference will include some of Trump’s most outspoken critics, such as the governor of California, Gavin Newsom, the […] todayFebruary 13, 2026
International New leader targets immigration in first comments after spill – as it happened This blog is now closedNew opposition leader Taylor wants to stop ‘bad immigration’ but says Liberals aren’t ‘One Nation lite’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSo far we know that Jane Hume and Dan Tehan will run for the deputy, but there are other names that are being floated.One of those was Tim Wilson (who’s often made light of one day leading the party), but he […] todayFebruary 13, 2026 2
International US readying another aircraft carrier for deployment amid Iran tensions Despite nuclear diplomacy with Iran, US president suggests Washington will send more military assets to the region.Source: www.aljazeera.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026 2
Local Prudential Bank, Nita Travels launch epic business trips to Korea, Turkey & China Prudential Bank (PBL) and Nita Travels and Shipping Ventures Limited are set to take their valued customers on exclusive business trips to Korea, Turkey, and China, as part of their ongoing efforts to foster business growth and international partnerships. The tours come off at the back of a successful one held in 2025 where customers […] The post Prudential Bank, Nita Travels launch epic business trips to Korea, Turkey & […] todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link Local Equip women & youth with skills for Africa’s free-trade market – Telecel Ghana CEO Telecel Ghana CEO, Patricia Obo-Nai, has called for deliberate investment in practical digital skills and awareness of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to ensure women and young people in business can benefit meaningfully.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026 1
insert_link Local NAIMOS arrests 3 Chinese nationals, a Ghanaian in Mpohor galamsey swoop The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has apprehended three Chinese nationals and a Ghanaian during a swoop on an illegal mining site at Adum Banso K9 in the Mpohor District of the Western Region.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link Local Be patient; not everyone can be appointed – Asiedu Nketia to NDC faithful National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has appealed to party supporters who are yet to receive government appointments to remain calm and exercise patience, stressing that opportunities under the current administration are limited.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link International Santander offers 98% mortgage for first-time buyers – with strict rules todayFebruary 3, 2026 6