February 13, 2026

Indiana Lawmaker Slams Purdue for Hiring Foreign Software Engineer on H-1B Visa

Indiana Republican Andrew Ireland criticized Purdue University for hiring a foreign software engineer on an H-1B visa with a $149,000 salary. He questioned why a US graduate couldn’t fill the role. This is not his first protest against Purdue’s use of H-1B visas in tech and marketing jobs.

February 13, 2026

Genocide in Gaza Still Ongoing, Say Amnesty and B’Tselem Amid Israeli Attacks

Four months after a war-stopping deal, Israeli attacks and harsh restrictions keep Gaza in crisis. Amnesty International and B’Tselem warn genocide continues as Palestinians face growing dangers.

February 13, 2026

Venezuelan Protesters Rally as Assembly Considers Amnesty for Political Prisoners

Thousands protest in Caracas during Venezuela’s National Youth Day as lawmakers debate a bill to free political prisoners. The first big opposition challenge since interim leader Delcy Rodriguez took charge after Maduro's abduction.

February 13, 2026

Japan Seizes Chinese Fishing Boat Off Nagasaki, Arrests Skipper

Japan caught a Chinese fishing boat inside its exclusive economic zone near Nagasaki. The skipper was arrested for ignoring stop orders, marking the first such seizure since 2022.

February 13, 2026

US and China Clash Over Peru’s Chancay Megaport After Court Limits Oversight

The US warns Peru of losing sovereignty after a court curtails state control over China-backed Chancay port. Beijing sharply denies these claims in a growing geopolitical row.