February 11, 2026

Russia Slows Down Telegram to Force Shift to State App Max Amid Legal Crackdown

Russia’s internet watchdog is throttling Telegram for legal breaches. Moscow wants users to switch to the state-controlled Max app. Critics call it censorship and a crackdown on free speech.

February 11, 2026

Lawmakers Find Hidden Names in Epstein Files; Democrats Push to End Sex Trafficker Protection

US lawmakers discovered redacted names in Jeffrey Epstein’s released files. Democrats launched 'Virginia’s Law' to remove limits protecting sex traffickers. Norway set to probe links between Epstein and its elite.

February 11, 2026

China Offers Win-Win Business Opportunities with Few Red Lines

China welcomes global partners regardless of religion or government style, as long as its key rules are respected. Business with China can be smooth and rewarding.

February 11, 2026

US, France, Switzerland Oppose Israel's West Bank Annexation Move

The US, France, and Switzerland have condemned Israel’s recent decision to expand control over the West Bank. The Arab League plans a meeting as Israeli forces demolish Palestinian structures near Jenin, escalating tensions and threatening the two-state solution.

February 11, 2026

Ramaphosa and Putin Work to Bring Back South Africans Fighting for Russia in Ukraine

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to help return South Africans who were tricked into fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine. The government received distress calls from 17 men trapped in Ukraine. Kenya also condemns recruiters sending its citizens as 'cannon fodder' to the war.

February 11, 2026

Trump Threatens to Block US-Canada Gordie Howe Bridge Over Ownership and Trade Issues

President Trump says he will stop the Gordie Howe Bridge opening unless the US gets compensation and fair treatment from Canada. He demands at least half ownership of the $4.7 billion bridge joining Michigan and Ontario.

February 11, 2026

Sebi May Allow Credit Rating Agencies to Rate Unlisted Securities and More Financial Products

Sebi is exploring new rules to let credit rating agencies rate unlisted securities and financial products beyond listed ones. This could bring major benefits and fill an industry gap, says Sebi.

February 11, 2026

Twitch Rolls Out Pause-Screen Ads, Faces Backlash from Streamers and Viewers

Twitch launches new ads during paused streams, aiming to boost streamer earnings. Viewers and streamers complain it disrupts watching and may hurt the platform.

February 11, 2026

Women in STEM: India Sees Growth in Education but Faces Big Career Hurdles

In India, women make up 43% of STEM students but just 18.6% of research workers. Many face career breaks, exclusion, and lack of safety, limiting retention despite progress.

February 11, 2026

1769 Poem on St. Thomas’s Mount Sheds Light on Colonial Madras Life

A rare poem from 1769, by Eyles Irwin, beautifully describes St. Thomas’s Mount and colonial Madras. The work captures nature, legends, and social life from that era.