February 13, 2026

James Zimmerman Calls for 2026 to Be a 'Year of Vision' for US-China Relations

James Zimmerman, newly reappointed chairman of AmCham China, urges both the US and China to work together to make 2026 a milestone for stronger business and cooperation.

February 13, 2026

California DOJ Probes LA County for Possible Discrimination in Eaton Fire Response to West Altadena

California's Attorney General launches civil rights probe into alleged racial bias in fire response. West Altadena got evacuation alerts far later than affluent eastern side, leading to tragic losses.

February 13, 2026

Jammu Bans Cross-Gender Massage, Tightens Spa Rules to Curb Illegal Acts

Jammu administration bans cross-gender massage and locking inside massage rooms. New rules include CCTV, police verification, ID cards, and no overnight stays to prevent illegal activities in spas.

February 13, 2026

Iran Fortifies Underground Complex Near Nuclear Site Amid Rising US Tensions

Satellite images show Iran is strengthening tunnel entrances at Pickaxe Mountain near its nuclear site. Work includes fresh concrete and new defenses. This comes as US talks and threats of military action continue.

February 13, 2026

New Study Finds Oxygen Levels Key to Life-Friendly Planets, Not Just Water

Scientists at ETH Zurich reveal that planets need the right oxygen balance to keep phosphorus and nitrogen, essential for life. Water alone isn’t enough to support life.

February 13, 2026

Orissa High Court Orders State to Complete Ratna Bhandar Inventory Tally in 3 Months

Orissa High Court directs State Government to finish matching new Ratna Bhandar inventory with the 1978 report within three months. The Court also demands Assembly discussion on missing treasury keys.

February 13, 2026

Teen Behind Deadly Canada School Shooting Had Past Mental Health Warnings, Police Say

Six dead and 25 injured in a tragic Tumbler Ridge school shooting. Police knew suspect Jesse Van Rootselaar from past mental health calls and weapons seizures. The investigation is ongoing.

February 13, 2026

SCMP Launches SCMP Plus: A Premium News Platform for Exclusive China Insights

South China Morning Post introduces SCMP Plus, a subscription service offering exclusive China news, expert views, daily newsletters, and interactive features.

February 13, 2026

Bangladeshi Migrant Wins UK Asylum Over False Political Prison Threat

A Bangladeshi man won the right to stay in the UK after a court ruled deporting him meant facing 20 years in jail on bogus explosives charges. The court found the charges were politically motivated by the previous Awami League government. The Home Office's claim that the risk no longer exists was rejected, ensuring his safety in Britain.

February 13, 2026

Indian Migrants Key to UK's Economy Since WWII: Aston India Centre Report

A new Aston India Centre paper shows Indian migrants have helped transform Britain's economy since World War II. It calls for smarter UK migration policies to match employer needs and speed up recruitment. Indians now lead in skilled work roles and business innovation after Brexit and Covid shortages.