February 13, 2026

Flight and Hotel Prices Soar in Colombo Ahead of India-Pakistan T20 World Cup Match

Prices for flights and hotel rooms in Colombo have sharply increased as thousands rush to watch the India vs Pakistan cricket match. Hotels doubled prices to $660 a night. Flights from Chennai and Delhi jumped by over 50%. The sold-out stadium will host 35,000 fans for Sunday’s big game.

February 13, 2026

Ukrainian Skeleton Racer Banned from Winter Olympics After Helmet Appeal Rejected

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych will not compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed his appeal to wear a helmet with images of athletes killed in Russia's invasion. The IOC confirmed the helmet violated Olympic rules despite Heraskevych's refusal to remove it.

February 13, 2026

Haiti Revamps Olympic Ski Suits After IOC Blocks Revolutionary Design

Haiti's ski team had to quickly redesign their 2026 Winter Olympics uniforms after the IOC rejected a Toussaint Louverture image. The final hand-painted suits show a riderless horse, symbolizing resilience and pride.

February 13, 2026

Zimbabwe Shocks Australia by 23 Runs in T20 World Cup Thriller

Zimbabwe scored a stunning 23-run win over Australia in the T20 World Cup, powered by Brian Bennett's unbeaten 64 and Blessing Muzarabani’s four wickets. Australia struggled without key players and were bowled out for 146 at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium.

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.