Crypto

Corporate

India’s NMP 2.0 Targets Rs 10 Lakh Cr in 5 Years, Upscaling Infrastructure Financing

India's National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aims to mobilise Rs 10 lakh crore over five years, significantly expanding on the Rs 6 lakh crore target of its predecessor.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Americas

El Mencho’s Death Sparks Violence, 25 National Guards Killed in Mexico

The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, has triggered a wave of violence across 20 Mexican states, leaving 25 National Guard members dead.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

AI

Bristol Police Investigate Hate Crime After Bacon Placed on Mosque Door During Ramadan

Bristol police are investigating a hate crime after bacon was placed on the door of a mosque during Ramadan, sparking concern in the local Muslim community.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Corporate

Asian ADRs Open Slightly Higher as NIO Jumps 5.7%

Asian stocks traded in the US saw a modest rise on Monday, with electric vehicle stocks leading gains as Indian IT exporters struggled amid shifting market dynamics.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

US Politics

VA Reverses Rule That Would Have Tied Benefits to Medical Treatment for Disabled Vets

The Department of Veterans Affairs has reversed a controversial rule that would have linked financial benefits to the effectiveness of medical treatment for disabled veterans, after widespread criticism from veterans' groups and lawmakers.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

US Politics

Man Found Dead in East Kilbride After Police Called to Property

A 23-year-old man was found dead in East Kilbride on Saturday, February 21, after police were called to a property on Whitehorse Walk.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Africa

Kenya Closes Migori Footbridge Indefinitely Amid Rising River Levels

The Kenya National Highways Authority has indefinitely closed the Migori Footbridge following rising river levels and structural concerns, leaving residents without a safe pedestrian crossing.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

US Politics

Himachal Minister Accuses BJP of Undermining State, Predicts Congress Victory in Rajya Sabha

Himachal Pradesh Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi accused the BJP of acting against the state's interests and predicted a Congress victory in the upcoming Rajya Sabha election, citing the party's numerical strength.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

US Politics

Zohran Mamdani Faces Pushback Over Proposed Property Tax Hike

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces growing criticism over a proposed 10% property tax increase that could affect over three million residences and 100,000 commercial properties, despite his campaign promises of affordability.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Markets

EQH Stock Hits 52-Week Low at $41.37 Amid Revenue Shortfall and Market Pressures

Axa Equitable Holdings Inc (EQH) stock has fallen to a 52-week low of $41.37, reflecting a challenging year for the insurance company and broader market pressures.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Elections

Bang Phra Municipality Election Kicks Off with High Energy and Two Mayoral Contenders

The first day of candidate registration for Bang Phra Municipality's inaugural mayoral and council election saw two major contenders step forward, marking a new chapter for the newly elevated local government.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

US Politics

Karnataka CM no longer possesses political strength demonstrated during 2013-14 tenure: Ramesh Jarkiholi

Former BJP minister Ramesh Jarkiholi accused Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of no longer possessing the political strength he demonstrated during his 2013-14 tenure, alleging systemic injustice against Dalit legislators.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Medicine

Novo Nordisk’s CagriSema Trails Eli Lilly’s Tirzepatide in Obesity Drug Trial

Novo Nordisk announced on February 23 that its next-generation obesity drug, CagriSema, underperformed against Eli Lilly's tirzepatide in a head-to-head trial, marking a setback in the highly competitive weight-loss drug market.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Corporate

South African Women Embrace Confidence, Community and Entrepreneurship in New Movement

South African women are redefining success by prioritizing confidence, community and entrepreneurial freedom, as seen in the growing movement centered around the 'Be The Woman On Your Vision Board' event.

WH News Feb 24, 2026

Crypto

Crypto.com Secures Conditional Approval for Federal Bank Charter from U.S. OCC

Crypto.com has received conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to apply for a national bank charter, marking a major step in its bid to operate under federal oversight.

WH News Feb 24, 2026