- Monday, 23 February 2026
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Golfer who broke record for wins dies at 83
Kathy Whitworth - the professional golfer with the most trophies - has died aged 83, America's Ladies Professional Golf Association has said. "Her 88 LPGA victories are the most ever on a professional tour," it said.
Winter storm's icy blast hits 200 million in US
Some 200 million Americans are feeling the icy grip of a massive winter storm that has been linked to at least 12 deaths ahead of the holiday weekend.
14 of the most striking images of 2022
14 of the most startling photos from this year – including Ukrainian soldiers playing chess with Molotov cocktails, Iranian protesters and wildfires in Spain and the US – and compares them with iconic artworks.
Japan's inflation rate hits 41-year high
Japan's core consumer price inflation edged up to 3.7% in November, the highest it has been since 1981. That was when a Middle East crisis disrupted oil production and caused energy prices to soar.
Covid antiviral treatment leads to faster recovery
An antiviral drug tested by more than 25,000 vaccinated Covid patients has been found to reduce recovery time from the disease. Molnupiravir was given to people twice a day, for five days at home, while they had the Omicron variant of Covid.
Indians told to mask up amid China Covid surge
India's health minister has called for a return to Covid-appropriate behaviour, including wearing masks in public, as the country steps up surveillance of cases. Top health officials have also asked people to get vaccinated and take booster doses.
India steps up Covid surveillance after China surge
India's health ministry is on alert following a surge of Covid cases in neighbouring China. The government has instructed states to ensure genome sequencing of all positive cases in the country.
Elon Musk to quit as Twitter CEO when replacement found
Elon Musk has said he will resign as Twitter's chief executive officer when he finds someone "foolish enough to take the job". The billionaire promised earlier to abide by the result of a Twitter poll which saw 57.5% of users vote "yes" to him quitting the role.
Taliban ban women from Afghan universities
The Taliban have banned women from universities in Afghanistan, sparking international condemnation and despair among young people in the country. The higher education minister announced the regression on Tuesday, saying it would take immediate effect.
Poachers target hippos for giant teeth in place of ivory
Deepening restrictions on ivory trafficking have led to an increase in the trade in hippopotamus teeth, wildlife campaigners are warning, with potentially serious effects for a species already listed as "vulnerable to extinction".
Twitter users vote in favour of Musk stepping down
Twitter users have voted in favour of Elon Musk stepping down as the platform's chief executive after the billionaire ran a poll on his future. A total of 57.5% voted "yes" after Musk asked his 122 million followers whether he should stand down. Musk, who bought Twitter for $44bn (£36bn), said before the poll closed that he would abide by the result.
Nations reach 'historic' deal to protect nature
Nations have agreed to protect a third of the planet for nature by 2030 in a "historic" deal aimed at safeguarding wildlife biodiversity. There will also be targets for protecting vital ecosystems such as rainforests and wetlands and the rights of indigenous peoples.
India couple wed in France, Argentina football shirts
A couple stood out in their devotion to the beautiful game. Sachin R and R Athira's wedding date coincided with the final on Sunday. While they agreed on most things about their wedding, they didn't want to compromise on which team they supported in the final. Sachin is an ardent fan of Argentina star Lionel Messi, while Athira is a passionate supporter of the French football team.
Australia beat South Africa within two days
Australia claimed victory over South Africa within two days of the first Test as 19 wickets fell on the second day's play in Brisbane.
Angelina Jolie steps down as UN refugee envoy
Oscar-winning US actress Angelina Jolie says she is stepping down from her role as an ambassador for the UN refugee agency UNHCR after more than 20 years. "I believe in many things the UN does, particularly the lives it saves through emergency relief," Jolie, 47, said.
