February 11, 2026

Bangladesh Votes Under Tight Security After 2024 Uprising Ends Hasina Era

Bangladesh is holding its first election since the 2024 uprising toppled Sheikh Hasina. Over 157,000 police and 100,000 soldiers will secure voting for 127 million people. The BNP, led by Tarique Rahman, emerges as frontrunner amid high tension and calls for political change.

February 11, 2026

Hungary Blocks Ukraine's EU Progress Over Hungarian Minority Rights in Zakarpattia

Hungary opposes Ukraine's EU talks, citing restrictions on Hungarian language education in Zakarpattia. Locals live peacefully despite political tensions.

February 11, 2026

Four dead in Russian strikes as US pressures Ukraine to end war; Norway warns of potential Russian invasion

Overnight Russian drone attacks in Ukraine killed four people, with Ukraine shooting down 112 drones. US reportedly pressures Kyiv to end war quickly, while Norway warns of a possible Russian invasion to protect nuclear sites.

February 11, 2026

Chinese Healthcare Firms Expand Abroad to Serve Rising Expat Demand

Chinese healthcare companies are opening clinics overseas to help Chinese expats. Distinct Healthcare plans a new clinic in Dubai after earlier moves in Singapore and Malaysia.

February 11, 2026

China’s Consumer Price Growth Slows to 0.2% in January, Inflation Outlook Unclear

China's consumer price index rose 0.2% in January, slowing from 0.8% in December. Core inflation grew steadily, while factory-gate price drop narrowed. Inflation outlook remains uncertain.

February 11, 2026

China Supports AI Drug Makers with Major Capital Injection to Boost Biotech Self-Reliance

Chinese AI drug maker METiS TechBio secured 400 million yuan from government-linked funds, pushing its AI-designed drug towards China’s first regulatory approval.

February 11, 2026

French Wine and Spirit Exports Fall Sharply in China and US in 2025 Amid Tariffs

French wine and spirit exports to mainland China and the US plunged nearly 20% in 2025. Tariffs imposed by both countries hit sales hard. The French Federation of Wine and Spirit Exporters warns of challenging recovery ahead.

February 11, 2026

Gold and Silver Prices Jump as US Yields Fall on Weak December Retail Sales

Gold and silver prices climbed after US Treasury yields dropped due to stalled December retail sales. Investors eye upcoming jobs and inflation data for Fed clues.

February 11, 2026

China's AI Robots Star at Spring Festival Gala, Spotlights Overcapacity Risks

AI robots will take center stage at China’s Spring Festival Gala, marking official support. Experts warn this could spark heavy investment and lead to overcapacity in the robotics sector.

February 11, 2026

Security Forces Kill 3 Terrorists in Foiled Attack on Bannu Police Post

Security forces in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killed three terrorists and injured nine in a foiled late-night attack on Khonia Khel Police Post. Additional attempts to attack nearby posts were also stopped. Police praised for bravery.