The European Commission (EC) has into low-cost fast fashion retailer Shein. EC officials are concerned about the sale of illegal products, including , as well as the potentially addictive design of its shopping experience. The Commission found fellow low-cost retailer Temu of the Digital Services Act after a similar investigation last year. The probe is being opened under the , …

Octopus Energy Generation is investing nearly $1bn in Californian clean technology projects, deepening its exposure to the US energy transition and accelerating plans to deploy $2bn across the country by 2030. The funding, channelled through Octopus-managed funds, spans carbon removal, heat battery technology and solar-plus-storage infrastructure, reinforcing the company’s strategy of backing next-generation decarbonisation assets in advanced markets. Octopus will …

Profit margins at the world’s largest luxury goods companies have almost halved in just three years, prompting calls for more disciplined cost management that preserves brand equity while restoring profitability. Research from supply chain consultancy Inverto, part of Boston Consulting Group, shows that the average operating margin across the 20 biggest luxury groups has fallen from 24 per cent in …

In a dramatic turn of events at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 17, 2026, rain has officially knocked Australia and Ireland out of the T20 World Cup 2026. Persistent showers throughout the day meant that the crucial Group B clash between Zimbabwe and Ireland was abandoned without a single ball being bowled. The washout earned Zimbabwe the one …

UK space technology firm SatVu has secured £30m ($40m) in fresh funding, including a strategic investment from the NATO Innovation Fund, as it accelerates plans to deploy a multi-satellite thermal imaging constellation. The round brings SatVu’s total equity funding to £60m ($80m) and marks a shift from single-satellite demonstration to scaled execution of its space-based “Activity Intelligence” capability. The investment …

Adds to executive focus on early clinical development and deepens medical and scientific partnership with clients DURHAM, N.C., Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fortrea (Nasdaq: FTRE) (the “Company”), a leading global contract research organization (CRO), today announced it has expanded its executive team. Oren Cohen, MD who previously served as both Fortrea’s chief medical officer (CMO) and president of Clinical Pharmacology …

In a surprising turn of events amidst India‘s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, reports have surfaced regarding a high-profile pursuit of the national team’s head coach. On February 17, 2026, news broke that a premier Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise has reached out to Gautam Gambhir with an unprecedented leadership proposal. The offer comes as the franchise undergoes a significant …

X is facing yet another investigation into Grok’s reported creation of nonconsensual sexual images on the platform. Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) has announced an inquiry into X regarding the harmful, intimate images and processing of EU and EEA individuals’ personal data — including children. In an 11-day period, X generated about three million sexualized images, an estimated 23,000 of …

Next-gen update brings picture-in-picture, adaptive playback, and seamless audio-video switching across iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, and web Web Desk February 17, 2026 Apple is gearing up to transform its Podcasts app with a major overhaul that brings cutting-edge HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) video support, leaving behind the limitations of legacy formats like MOV, MP4, and M4V. This next-generation update empowers users …

The Lover’s Arch, located among the sea stacks of Sant’Andrea in Melendugno, Puglia. Web Desk February 17, 2026 The beloved Lovers Arch, a natural marvel along Italy’s southern coast, dramatically collapsed into the sea amidst a fierce storm on Valentine’s Day, shocking visitors and locals alike. Situated among the striking sea stacks of Sant’Andrea in Melendugno, Puglia, the arch had …

It looks like North West may be stepping into the spotlight  and the family business  in a major way. According to trademark filings dated Jan. 14, Kim Kardashian has applied for multiple trademarks under the name “NOR11,” widely believed to be tied to her 12-year-old daughter. The filings suggest plans for an expansive lifestyle and fashion brand. The applications cover …

Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability Abdulla Balalaa participates in Munich Security Conference 2026 Source link

(Zillow press image) Seattle-based real estate company Zillow has partnered with the company behind the long-running online game World of Warcraft in order to showcase players’ creativity by exhibiting their virtual homes. A new microsite, “Zillow for Warcraft,” allows users to explore an assortment of designs for in-game housing, both those made by players and by members of WoW’s development …

In a dire turn of events at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 17, 2026, Australia‘s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign is currently being decided by the weather. Following back-to-back losses against Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, Mitchell Marsh‘s side no longer controls its own destiny. The equation has shifted from the pitch to the rain-heavy skies over Kandy, with …

Pakistan auto financing rises 35.8% to $1.17bn in January Source link