February 13, 2026

Jamie Dimon Claims 2019 as First Knowledge of Epstein at JPMorgan Despite Bank's 15-Year Ties

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, under oath in 2023, said he only learned about Jeffrey Epstein's client status in 2019. Yet Epstein was a client of JPMorgan Chase from 1998 to 2013, during which suspicious transactions worth $1.1 billion were flagged. The bank faces scrutiny as calls grow for top-level accountability.

February 13, 2026

Hua Hong Sees Memory Shortage as Chance to Raise Logic Chip Prices; Posts Record Q4 2025 Sales

Chinese chipmaker Hua Hong Semiconductor calls the global memory shortage a ‘positive thing’ that allows price hikes on logic chips. The company announced record Q4 2025 revenue, led by higher wafer shipments and improved prices. Chairman Bai Peng suggests more price rises in 2026.

February 13, 2026

Kays Scotland Crafts Unique Curling Stones for Winter Olympics from Ancient Granite

Kays Scotland, the world’s only curling stone maker, crafts 132 stones from rare granite for the Winter Olympics. Each 18kg stone takes a blend of tradition, skill, and 60 million years of volcanic rock to create.

February 13, 2026

China’s Marriage Registrations Jump 10.8% in 2025, But Birth Rate Challenges Persist

China reported 6.76 million marriage registrations in 2025, a 10.8% rise from last year. This growth may boost births in 2026. Yet, population decline and aging remain serious hurdles.

February 13, 2026

UAE Cuts Working Hours for Ramadan; Flexible Remote Work Allowed

The UAE reduces working hours for public and private sectors during Ramadan. Federal employees work 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays, private workers get two hours less daily with flexible remote work options.