The Daily Brief - THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2026

World

Detained British woman describes life in Iran jail hours before being sentenced to 10 years

In a rare telephone interview from Tehran's Evin prison, Lindsay Foreman, whose husband is also held in Iran, likened their detainment to "an endurance test for the mind".

Source: BBC News

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Technology

OpenAI taps Tata for 100MW AI data center capacity in India, eyes 1GW

OpenAI also plans to expand its presence in India with new offices in Mumbai and Bengaluru later this year.

TechCrunch

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Pupils with SEND to have support reviewed after primary, leaked plans suggest

Leaks suggest plans for a complete redesign of special educational needs and disabilities support in schools.

BBC News

Science · Also Worth Reading

BBC plans David Attenborough celebration for 100th birthday

The corporation will look back on the veteran wildlife broadcaster's career for his birthday in May.

BBC News

World News

Why there's no quick fix in sight for the problem of dazzling headlights

Road users say headlight glare is an issue - but experts warn a solution might not be straightforward.

BBC News

Business & Markets

Cornish village endures 50 consecutive days of rain

The exceptionally wet start to 2026 has seen the Cornish village of Cardinham confirmed as recording 50 continuous days of rain as Matt Taylor explains.

BBC News