February 18, 2026

Radio Free Asia Resumes China Broadcasts After Trump-Era Funding Cut

Radio Free Asia (RFA) has restarted broadcasting to China in Mandarin, Tibetan, and Uyghur after Trump appointee cut US funding. Private contracts now support the broadcasts while waiting for Congress to approve funds.

February 18, 2026

Tamil Nadu Hands Over New Houses to Sri Lankan Tamils in Rehabilitation Camps

Sri Lankan Tamils in Tamil Nadu’s rehabilitation camps received new houses after decades in poor conditions. The project, led by CM M.K. Stalin, covers villages in Ranipet and Tirupattur districts, benefiting over 400 families with modern homes and community facilities.

February 18, 2026

Hong Kong Must Stay Alert and Boost Innovation, Top Rural Leader Warns

Kenneth Lau, head of Heung Yee Kuk, draws a neutral prophecy at Lunar New Year. He advises Hong Kong to remain vigilant and focus on economic innovation in peaceful times.

February 18, 2026

Texas Activist Sparks Row Over 90-Foot Hanuman Statue in Sugar Land

A Texas conservative activist's post against a giant Hanuman statue in Sugar Land sparked backlash from Indian-Americans. The 90-foot statue symbolizes strength and devotion and is the tallest in North America.

February 18, 2026

Texas Judge Declares Mistrial After Lawyer Wears Civil Rights Shirt in Antifa Terrorism Case

A Texas federal judge halted a key antifa terrorism trial and declared a mistrial after a defense lawyer wore a civil rights movement shirt in court. The judge said the shirt could bias jurors and equate defendants with civil rights protesters. The trial will restart with a new jury.