February 13, 2026

NSW Police Faces Probe After Violence at Anti-Herzog Protest in Sydney

NSW Police are under investigation after violent incidents during protests against Israeli President Isaac Herzog. The watchdog will review complaints, videos, and hold hearings following claims of police brutality.

February 13, 2026

Arctic Blast Shuts Key A66 Road; Snow and Ice Hit Northern England and Scotland

An Arctic blast has closed the A66 road across the Pennines due to heavy snow and ice. The Met Office warns of travel disruption and freezing temperatures in northern England and Scotland.

February 13, 2026

Palestine Action Ban Overturned by UK High Court in Legal Win

The UK High Court ruled the ban on Palestine Action unlawful. The group faced anti-terror laws since July 2023. Co-founder Huda Ammori led the successful challenge.

February 13, 2026

South African President Deploys Army to Battle Crime Gangs and Illegal Mining

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced army deployment to help police fight deadly crime gangs and illegal mining. The move targets Western Cape and Gauteng provinces amid soaring gang violence.

February 13, 2026

FBI Reveals Suspect Description in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping, Doubles Reward to $100K

The FBI released a suspect's description in Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping from Tucson. She's 84, missing since Jan 31. Reward doubled to $100,000 for info.

February 13, 2026

Cyclones Hit Australia and Madagascar as Europe Faces Harsh Cold Snap

Cyclone Mitchell struck Western Australia, causing heavy rain and wind damage. Madagascar faces flooding from Cyclone Genzani, while northern Europe suffers its coldest January since 2010, with hundreds of deaths from hypothermia.

February 13, 2026

Famed Mudumalai Elephant Rivaldo Dies, Raising Conservation Concerns

Rivaldo, the iconic Mudumalai tusker known for his majestic tusks and calm nature, died after injury and illness. Conservationists urge better elephant health care in Nilgiri.

February 13, 2026

China Orders PLA to Make Every Penny Count as Corruption Scandal Hits Top Brass

China's military faces sharp scrutiny ahead of Lunar New Year. President Xi calls for strict discipline after corruption probe reveals serious flaws in PLA's combat readiness. 18 generals investigated since 2023 with top officials punished and sidelined.

February 13, 2026

Chinese Team Develops Quantum Communication Network for Over 3,700 km

Scientists at Peking University have created a quantum communication model that could enable ultra-secure data transfer across 3,700 km. This breakthrough aims to solve distance limits and security risks in current quantum key distribution systems.

February 13, 2026

US Sends Second Aircraft Carrier to Middle East to Pressure Iran

The US is deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to the Middle East to join USS Abraham Lincoln, intensifying pressure on Iran amid stalled nuclear talks and regional tensions.