Saudi Arabia is on heightened alert as Houthi missile and drone attacks raise fresh concerns over the security of Riyadh, Saudi airports and critical oil infrastructure. Saudi air defences reportedly intercepted a fresh barrage targeting Riyadh and Khamis Mushait, while explosions and emergency alerts added to concerns over the widening regional conflict. The Houthis have claimed Riyadh airport was among their targets and warned airlines against operating flights to parts of Saudi Arabia outside Mecca and Medina. WATCH

Lil Poppa, born Janarious Mykel Wheeler, was officially pronounced dead on February 18, 2026, according to the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office. Authorities confirmed he was declared deceased at 11:23 a.m. local time within the jurisdiction of Atlanta, but no official cause of death has been publicly disclosed. As of now, no statement has been released by his family or official representatives. While online speculation has mentioned possible overdose or suicide, these claims remain unverified and have not been confirmed by officials. WATCH