February 11, 2026

Pakistan FCC Halts Contempt Case Against PM Shehbaz Sharif Over US Legal Support for Dr Fowzia Siddiqui

Pakistan's Federal Constitutional Court has stopped the Islamabad High Court from pursuing a contempt case against PM Shehbaz Sharif and ministers. The case concerns alleged failure to support Dr Fowzia Siddiqui's efforts in the US. The government calls the court's move a judicial overreach, citing foreign policy and legal issues.

February 11, 2026

7 Big Science Updates from China: 8000-Year Civilisation and Powerful New Tech

China claims its civilisation is 8,000 years old and unveils the world's first 20GW microwave weapon. A top engineer left the US for freedom in China, while new drones, spacecraft, and quantum tech push boundaries.

February 11, 2026

10 Dead in Canada School Shooting; PM Carney Suspends Europe Visit

A mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia left 10 dead and over 27 injured. The suspected shooter also died by self-inflicted injury. PM Mark Carney halted his Europe trip, while opposition leader Pierre Poilievre expressed deep sympathy. The tight-knit community reels as officials confirm multiple casualties and ongoing support.

February 11, 2026

Israel Eases West Bank Land Rules, Stirring Palestinian Fears of Annexation

Israel has changed land rules in the West Bank, making it easier for Israeli settlers to buy property and control land. Palestinians fear these moves signal a de facto annexation and intensify settlement expansion. The rules also shift control of building permits and access at key sites like Hebron’s Ibrahimi Mosque.

February 11, 2026

Hong Kong Court Convicts Father of Wanted Activist Under National Security Law

Kwok Yin-sang, father of activist Anna Kwok, was found guilty under Hong Kong's Article 23 for handling her insurance funds. This case stirs debate on targeting families of pro-democracy activists.