February 18, 2026

Gabon Suspends Social Media Over False Information Amid Unrest

Gabon has suspended social media platforms over the spread of false information and online abuse. The move comes amid rising social unrest and strikes over pay and working conditions.

February 18, 2026

China and South Korea Join Hands to Tackle Rapid Ageing Challenges

China and South Korea, once rivals, are now teaming up to face ageing populations. The leaders signed an agreement to boost the 'silver economy', aiming to benefit from this growing market.

February 18, 2026

Hong Kong Sports Minister Regrets Criticizing Football Coach After Asian Cup Loss

Hong Kong’s sports minister, Rosanna Law, regrets her social media comments about coach Ashley Westwood following their Asian Cup loss to Singapore. She vows to be more careful with her personal opinions and praised fans for their good conduct after the match.

February 18, 2026

Indian University Sparks Backlash for Showing Chinese Robot as Its Own at AI Summit

An Indian university is under fire for presenting a Chinese-made robot dog as its own invention at a major AI summit in New Delhi. Social media users identified the robot as the Unitree Go2 from China’s Unitree Robotics. The incident has caused embarrassment amid India's AI ambitions, with political leaders weighing in.

February 18, 2026

Russia and Belarus to Compete Under Own Flags at Paralympics 2026, Ukraine Voices Outrage

Russia and Belarus will compete under their national flags at the 2026 Winter Paralympics. Ukraine called the International Paralympic Committee’s decision 'disappointing and outrageous.' The move reverses a ban imposed after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.