February 10, 2026

Saudi Arabia Quietly Allows Wealthy Foreigners to Buy Alcohol Under New Rules

Saudi Arabia has ended a 70-year alcohol ban for wealthy non-Muslim expats holding Premium Residency or high incomes. This cautious opening supports Vision 2030’s economic reforms.

February 10, 2026

Nanjing Museum Probe Uncovers Historic Corruption and Art Sale Scandal

A probe into Nanjing Museum revealed illegal sale and loss of donated artworks, exposing decades of mismanagement and corruption. Officials involved face punishment, and reforms are underway to restore trust.

February 10, 2026

Malaysian Police Draw Guns at Johor Bahru in Standoff with Wrong-Way Singapore Driver

Malaysian police held a tense stand-off with a Singapore-registered car driving the wrong way at Johor Bahru checkpoint. Officers used a traffic cone and drew guns, but no shots were fired. The car later sped away, and the suspect’s fate is unclear.

February 10, 2026

Pakistan's CPI Score Rises to 28 in 2025, Transparency International Urges Stronger Reforms

Pakistan moved up one rank to 136th in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index with a score of 28. Transparency International calls for strong governance reforms to keep up progress while global corruption worsens.

February 10, 2026

Australia Protests Erupt as Police Crack Down on Anti-Herzog Rally in Sydney

Police in Sydney used force against peaceful protesters opposing Israel’s President Isaac Herzog’s visit. Opposition lawmaker was punched; calls grow for official resignations.