February 13, 2026

Trump Repeals Key Climate Rule; Kerry Calls Move 'Un-American' and 'Orwellian'

The Trump administration has reversed a major EPA climate rule allowing regulation of greenhouse gases. John Kerry calls it 'un-American' and warns of harm. Barack Obama says the move prioritizes fossil fuel profits over public health.

February 13, 2026

French Police Arrest 9 in €10m Ticket Fraud at Louvre Museum

French police have arrested nine people, including two Louvre employees, over a €10 million ticket fraud scam at the Louvre. The scheme allegedly involved reusing tickets for multiple visitors and dodging fees on tour groups. Authorities seized large cash amounts and continue to probe the decade-long scam.

February 13, 2026

AI Fears Slam Logistics Stocks; Algorhythm's New Tool Sparks Major Sell-Off

Shares in trucking and logistics firms fell sharply after Algorhythm Holdings launched a new AI freight tool. The US trucking index dropped 6.6%, with major players like CH Robinson falling 15%. Investors worry AI could cut demand across sectors.

February 13, 2026

North Korea Threatens 'Terrible Response' Over South Korean Drone Incursions

North Korea warned of severe consequences if drone flights from South Korea do not stop. Kim Yo-jong, sister of Kim Jong-un, issued a sharp statement. This could derail South Korean President Lee Jae Myung’s peace moves.

February 13, 2026

Kochi's ₹90 Cr CBG Plant to Treat 150 Tonnes of Waste Daily, Inaugurated by Kerala CM

Kochi Corporation, with ₹90 crore from BPCL, launches a compressed biogas plant on Feb 27. It will treat 150 tonnes of waste daily and produce biogas and organic manure.

February 13, 2026

China Cracks Down on Gold Trading in Shenzhen After Market Chaos

China's Shenzhen city clamps down on gold trading to stop illegal deals and protect buyers. Ten agencies issued strict rules to avoid scams and false promises after market turmoil rocked gold prices.

February 13, 2026

Ramazan 2026 Likely to Begin on February 19, Says Suparco

Suparco anticipates the first day of Ramazan 2026 on February 19. The new moon is set to appear on February 17. Final confirmation will come from Ruet-i-Hilal Committee based on moon sighting and witness reports.

February 13, 2026

Man Dies After Fainting at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Meeting in Salem

A 37-year-old man attending a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam meeting in Salem fainted under the sun and died en route to hospital. He had a past heart surgery. Police investigating.

February 13, 2026

Garlic in Chinese Brides’ Dowry Symbolizes Frugality and Home Protection

In parts of Guangdong, brides include garlic in their dowries to ward off evil and promote wise household management. This 3,000-year-old tradition blends culture, medicine, and feng shui.

February 13, 2026

Jamie Dimon Claims 2019 as First Knowledge of Epstein at JPMorgan Despite Bank's 15-Year Ties

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, under oath in 2023, said he only learned about Jeffrey Epstein's client status in 2019. Yet Epstein was a client of JPMorgan Chase from 1998 to 2013, during which suspicious transactions worth $1.1 billion were flagged. The bank faces scrutiny as calls grow for top-level accountability.