February 13, 2026

Viral Meme Shows How Chinese Tech Shapes Global Youth Culture

The meme “You met me at a very Chinese time in my life” is trending online. It highlights how younger users globally embrace Chinese apps and products, showing deep digital influence beyond just TikTok.

February 13, 2026

Bangladesh Nationalist Party Claims Big Win in First 2026 Elections After Deadly Uprising

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) claims a strong lead in the 2026 elections, with Tarique Rahman likely becoming prime minister. Rival Jamaat-i-Islami questions the vote’s integrity, as official results await final confirmation.

February 13, 2026

5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Khuzdar, Tremors Felt Across Sindh and Balochistan

A 5.6-magnitude earthquake hit 86 km northeast of Khuzdar, Balochistan at 6:30am on Friday. Smaller 3.8 quake hit earlier. Tremors reached several Sindh and Balochistan districts.

February 13, 2026

Seven Dead in Multi-Vehicle Accident Near Bengaluru's Hoskote

A deadly accident near Hoskote on the Bengaluru outskirts left seven people dead early February 13. Two cars, a canter, and a motorcycle crashed in a chain collision.

February 13, 2026

BNP Wins Big in Bangladesh’s 2026 Election, Securing Two-Thirds Majority

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won a clear two-thirds majority in the 2026 general elections, ending years of political turmoil. BNP and allies secured at least 212 of 299 seats. Tarique Rahman is expected to become prime minister. Pakistan and India congratulate BNP on the sweeping win.

February 13, 2026

Supreme Court Grants Interim Bail to Shwetambari Bhatt in Film Fraud Case

The Supreme Court orders immediate interim bail for Shwetambari Bhatt, wife of director Vikram Bhatt, in a Rajasthan fraud case involving Rs. 44 crore and failed films.

February 13, 2026

CUHK Expels Student Arrested for Sedition over Tai Po Fire Petition

Miles Kwan, a student at CUHK, was expelled after creating a petition for an independent inquiry into the Tai Po fire. He was previously arrested for sedition.

February 13, 2026

Madras HC Bars Medical Seat Counselling After August 31 Cut-Off

The Madras High Court ruled it cannot order medical counselling to fill vacant super specialty seats after the August 31, 2025 cut-off date. The court set aside earlier orders that allowed mop-up counselling, reinforcing strict admission timelines.

February 13, 2026

Tamil Nadu Sees Record 33 Deceased Donor Organ Donations in January 2026

January 2026 marked Tamil Nadu's highest monthly count for deceased organ donations with 33 donors. Government hospitals, especially outside Chennai, led the way with key contributions from Dharmapuri Medical College.

February 13, 2026

Iceland’s Iconic Black Sand Beach Vanishes as Erosion Hits Hard

Reynisfjara Beach in Iceland is losing its famous black sand rapidly. Strong winds and currents have stripped the shore, shrinking the beach and pushing basalt columns closer to the sea. Experts say unusual easterly winds stopped fresh sand from coming in. This dramatic change raises safety and environmental concerns.