February 11, 2026

Hong Kong Businessman Charged for Illegal Surrogacy Services Overseas

Alfred Siu and Harcourt manager Lin Siu-fong charged for organizing surrogacy abroad and promoting it in Hong Kong, where surrogacy is illegal.

February 11, 2026

China Unveils Secret SDV-01 Underwater Combat Vehicle at Saudi Defence Show

China revealed its secret SDV-01 underwater combat vehicle for the first time overseas at the Saudi Arabia defence show. The wet submersible carries frogmen for special missions, showing China’s growing strength in naval technology and its interest in Middle Eastern markets.

February 11, 2026

China Overseas Land Wins HK$1.8 Billion Bid for Ngau Tau Kok Housing Plot

China Overseas Land & Investment beat eight rivals to secure a HK$1.8 billion (US$230 million) lease for a Hong Kong residential plot. The land is set to yield 470 flats near Kowloon Bay MTR station.

February 11, 2026

Hong Kong Scam Cases Drop 2.9% in 2025, First Fall Since 2019

Hong Kong crime reports show scam cases down 2.9% in 2025, ending years of rise. Overall crimes also fell, but homicides soared due to a deadly fire.

February 11, 2026

Trump's Cheeky Dance with Statue of Liberty to Headline German Carnival

At the Mainz carnival in Germany, a bold Trump figure dances with the Statue of Liberty in no trousers, sticking out his tongue. Alongside, floats feature Chancellor Friedrich Merz sinking in a boat and Markus Soeder atop sausages. These satirical figures will star on Rosenmontag, the carnival's highlight.

February 11, 2026

Paramount Boosts Offer for Warner Bros with Extra Cash to Outbid Netflix

Paramount Skydance ups the ante against Netflix by offering $650 million quarterly fees if its Warner Bros deal delays past 2026. The CBS parent stays firm on its $108.4 billion offer. Netflix and Paramount both chase Warner Bros’ valuable studios and franchises in a fierce takeover battle.

February 11, 2026

EU Approves Deportation of Migrants to ‘Safe’ Third Countries Amid Human Rights Fears

The European Parliament has passed a law allowing member states to deport asylum seekers to ‘safe’ countries outside the EU, even if they have no ties there. Rights groups warn this could expose migrants to abuse. The rule needs member states’ final approval and starts in June.

February 11, 2026

Two Boys Stabbed at London School, Police Hunt Teenage Suspect

Two boys aged 12 and 13 were stabbed at Kingsbury High School in north-west London. Police are urgently searching for a teenage suspect while emergency services rush to care for the victims.

February 11, 2026

Aardman Studios' Wallace & Gromit Exhibition Opens in East London

An exciting exhibition featuring Aardman Studios' original Wallace & Gromit models and sketches has opened in East London. Visitors can explore over 150 rare items, try stop-motion animation, and learn about the studio’s 50-year legacy.

February 11, 2026

Estonia Opens 20km Ice Road Connecting Two Major Islands Amid Freezing Temperatures

Estonia has opened a frozen 20km ice road linking Saaremaa and Hiiumaa islands. After weeks of -10C cold, locals can now safely drive across the frozen sea instead of unreliable ferries. This road revives an icy tradition last seen eight years ago.