February 13, 2026

China Warns Cadres Against ‘Political Swindlers’ Ahead of 2027 Leadership Shuffle

China’s top anti-corruption bodies warn Communist Party cadres to avoid ‘political swindlers’ who sell promotions. Officials face tighter checks as the 2027 leadership change draws near.

February 13, 2026

TTAP Starts Sit-In at Parliament Demanding Urgent Eye Treatment for Imran Khan

TTAP launched a sit-in outside Pakistan’s Parliament House demanding timely medical care for PTI founder Imran Khan, who suffers severe vision loss. Opposition leaders vow to continue protest until he is admitted to Al-Shifa Hospital and examined by his personal doctors.

February 13, 2026

San Francisco Teachers Strike Ends; Schools Set to Reopen After Tentative Deal

After a strike lasting several days, San Francisco teachers reached a tentative deal on wages and family health benefits. Schools will reopen soon with new terms for staff and students.

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

Palestine Action Wins High Court Battle Against UK Ban

Palestine Action beat the UK government in court. The group's ban under anti-terror laws is lifted. Over 2,000 protesters were arrested in a defiant civil disobedience campaign.