Kamila Sellier Struck in Eye During Olympic Short Track Event

The drama of short track speed skating unfolded in brutal fashion for Kamila Sellier when she was struck in the eye during competition at the Olympic Games. Racing at full pace in a tightly packed field, Sellier became caught in close contact with fellow skaters, a common but dangerous feature of the discipline. In the split second chaos of blades and elbows, she was hit in the face, bringing sudden concern to what had been a fiercely contested heat.

Medical staff responded quickly as the race concluded, assessing the extent of the injury while spectators watched in tense silence. Short track is known for its intensity and razor thin margins, where athletes compete shoulder to shoulder at high speed, and incidents can happen without warning. Sellier’s collision was a stark reminder of that reality, turning an Olympic moment into one defined as much by resilience as by competition.

Kamila Sellier podczas rywalizacji w short tracku na igrzyskach olimpijskich została trafiona w oko 👁️🙆‍♀️ pic.twitter.com/yxvbMpiinA

— Belarus ⬜️🟥⬜️🤝Ukraine 🇺🇦 (@Propeertys) February 20, 2026

Here’s Why Gen Z Is Objectively Worse Off Than Every Other Generation

 

Recent research paints a concerning picture of life for younger generations. Where once standardised test scores appeared to climb steadily, some measures now show declines compared to previous generations. This shift suggests that the gains in educational performance seen over decades may be slowing or reversing in some places.

At the same time, mental health struggles among young people are rising sharply. Surveys in several countries have found higher proportions of teenagers and young adults reporting symptoms of anxiety, depression and emotional distress than in years past. These reports come from official health data and academic studies, and they indicate a broader pattern of psychological strain that was less prevalent in earlier generations.

Changes in social life are also evident. Fewer young people today say they are in romantic relationships, and some research shows that many in this age group are delaying dating or marriage. Social habits have shifted in ways that reflect new priorities, technologies and pressures.

Self‑reported wellbeing is another area where contrasts with earlier times are clear. In a number of surveys, less than half of young adults describe themselves as “thriving” or experiencing high levels of life satisfaction. This does not mean every young person is unhappy, but it does highlight that many feel they are not flourishing in the way that might have been expected in previous generations.

Taken together, these trends point to a period of significant challenge for young people. Declining performance on some standardised measures, rising mental health concerns, shifts in social and romantic life, and lower levels of self‑reported thriving all suggest that the experience of growing up today is markedly different from what it was for earlier generations.

TfL Advert Ruled Offensive By ASA despite being completely accurate

 

Transport for London had a Facebook advert removed after the Advertising Standards Authority ruled that a short clip from its “Act Like a Friend” campaign reinforced a negative racial stereotype about black males. The clip showed a black teenage boy verbally harassing a white girl on a bus while a white male friend sat beside her. The ASA said that when seen on its own the video could be interpreted as linking black males with threatening behaviour and that it was therefore irresponsible and harmful. TfL explained that the shortened edit that was complained about was part of a longer film showing a range of scenarios and characters, and said it would no longer use that specific clip.

The ruling has struck some as absurd. The original campaign was aimed at encouraging people to intervene safely in cases of sexual harassment and hate crime on the transport network. The advert was reflecting a real problem that passengers can face, and it showed a situation in which a bystander could step in. Yet the ASA decision means that unless the perpetrator in such adverts is a white man, the clip is likely to be banned. A single viewer complaint led to this outcome and TfL has now withdrawn the short edit in question, even though the longer film had broader context and accuracy in showing the issue it was designed to address.

The most recent official UK figures show that for all types of recorded crime across England and Wales, black people were arrested at a rate of about 20.4 per 1,000 people in the year to March 2023 compared with a rate of 9.4 per 1,000 for white people.

The Streisand effect is a phenomenon where attempting to suppress or censor information only makes it more widely known. It is named after Barbra Streisand, who in 2003 tried to prevent photographs of her Malibu home from being published online, which inadvertently drew far more attention to the images than if she had done nothing. Essentially, the more effort is made to hide something, the more people notice it and share it, often turning the attempt at control into a form of viral publicity.

What happened in Rhode Island with the Ice Hockey Shooting

 

A high school hockey game at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, turned tragic when gunfire erupted among spectators gathered for a senior night event. Police responded to reports of shots fired and later confirmed that two people were killed and several others were injured. The suspect was found dead at the scene from a self inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities identified the shooter as a transgender woman, publicly named in official statements, and described the incident as stemming from a domestic dispute rather than a random attack.

Investigators have indicated that the victims were connected to the suspect, and early findings point to family tensions as part of the background to the violence. The shooting caused panic inside the arena, with players and attendees seeking shelter as officers secured the building. Local officials expressed shock and sorrow at the loss of life, while the wider community continues to process the impact of yet another example of Trans violence occurring at what should have been a routine school sporting event.

Jacob Rees-Mogg explains why wealth taxes do not work.

 

Jacob Rees-Mogg is a British politician, author and businessman who spent more than a decade at the centre of UK public life. First elected as Conservative MP for North East Somerset in 2010, he became a well known parliamentary figure and went on to serve in senior government posts including Leader of the House of Commons and Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. Alongside politics, he built a career in investment management as a co-founder of Somerset Capital Management, reflecting a long standing interest in economics and global markets. Educated at Eton and Oxford, he is recognised for his articulate debating style, deep engagement with constitutional issues and a distinctive public persona that made him one of the most recognisable figures in modern British politics.

Paul Joseph Watson on the cover up of an Afghan rapist

 

Ahmad Mulakhil, a 23-year-old Afghan asylum seeker, was found guilty at Warwick Crown Court of raping and abducting a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton, along with additional sexual offences. The court heard that he had committed the attack on 22 July and was later identified by police after using a government-funded payment card to buy energy drinks just minutes after leaving the scene.

Dude pulls off epic half time dance when caught on the big screen.

 

Guy has been ready for this moment his entire life!