February 15, 2026

China’s Lunar New Year Box Office Presales Plunge Over 60% to 200M Yuan

China’s movie ticket presales for Lunar New Year hit just 200 million yuan, down over 60% from last year’s 600 million yuan, says Alibaba’s Taopiaopiao platform. The trend is driven solely by domestic films.

February 15, 2026

TikTok's ‘Chinamaxxing’ Trend Makes Chinese Culture Cool Among Americans

A TikTok trend called ‘Chinamaxxing’ is spreading in the West, where Americans embrace Chinese wellness and lifestyle online. With hashtags like #newlychinese, users share clips learning Chinese habits. The trend reflects fascination with China's growth and soft power, though it only shows a small side of real Chinese life.

February 15, 2026

Rio Police Wear Fancy Dress to Catch Phone Thieves at Carnival

Brazilian police disguised as superheroes and characters nabbed phone thieves at Rio Carnival. A woman and man with 30 criminal records were caught while stealing phones. This clever stunt is part of Operation Tracking, targeting mobile theft during the popular festival.

February 15, 2026

Pakistan Fans Brace for Heartbreak as T20 World Cup Clash with India Nears

Pakistani cricket fans prepare for a tough T20 World Cup match against India, hoping for a miracle amidst a history of losses and rising political tensions. The high-stakes game kicks off at 6:30pm in Colombo, with fans all over Pakistan set to watch eagerly despite doubts about their team's chances.

February 14, 2026

Twitch’s New Plus Program Sparks Streamer Concerns Over Revenue Split Changes

Twitch introduced its Plus Program with two payout levels, causing confusion among streamers about losing the popular 70/30 revenue share. Creators must earn points monthly to keep better splits. Twitch says historical contracts remain honored despite the update.