February 18, 2026

Hong Kong Sports Minister Regrets Criticizing Football Coach After Asian Cup Loss

Hong Kong’s sports minister, Rosanna Law, regrets her social media comments about coach Ashley Westwood following their Asian Cup loss to Singapore. She vows to be more careful with her personal opinions and praised fans for their good conduct after the match.

February 18, 2026

Indian University Sparks Backlash for Showing Chinese Robot as Its Own at AI Summit

An Indian university is under fire for presenting a Chinese-made robot dog as its own invention at a major AI summit in New Delhi. Social media users identified the robot as the Unitree Go2 from China’s Unitree Robotics. The incident has caused embarrassment amid India's AI ambitions, with political leaders weighing in.

February 18, 2026

Russia and Belarus to Compete Under Own Flags at Paralympics 2026, Ukraine Voices Outrage

Russia and Belarus will compete under their national flags at the 2026 Winter Paralympics. Ukraine called the International Paralympic Committee’s decision 'disappointing and outrageous.' The move reverses a ban imposed after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

February 18, 2026

Indian University Sparks Controversy by Claiming Chinese Robodog as Own at AI Summit

Galgotias University in India faces backlash for calling a Chinese robodog its own invention during Delhi's AI summit. The university denies the claim, calling it a 'propaganda campaign'. The incident caused a stir at the high-profile event attended by global leaders and tech giants.

February 18, 2026

Third British Man Dies in Avalanche in French Alps Near La Grave

A third British man has died in an avalanche near La Grave, French Alps. Rescuers found two dead after the incident. Authorities warn of ongoing avalanche risks.

February 18, 2026

Chinese Tourist Visits to Japan Drop 61% in January Amid Rising Tensions

Chinese arrivals to Japan plunged 61% in January 2024 due to political tensions and travel warnings. Japan's tourism and retail sectors feel the hit as duty-free sales fall.

February 18, 2026

Iran Offers US Trillion-Dollar Energy Deal in Nuclear Talks

Iran is offering the US access to its huge oil, gas, and mineral reserves as part of nuclear talks in Geneva. Officials call it a “trillion-dollar opportunity” for American companies, aiming to appeal to President Trump’s love of deals. Still, mistrust and politics on both sides could block progress.

February 18, 2026

Japan Joins US-Philippines Military Drills First Time, Australia Also Takes Part

Japan will join US and Philippines military drills for the first time, with Australia also participating. The exercises focus on stronger regional security and cooperation around Taiwan and the South China Sea.

February 18, 2026

UP Congress Leaders Clash with Police in Lucknow Protest Against BJP Govt

Uttar Pradesh Congress leaders and workers clashed with police in Lucknow during a protest against BJP policies on MGNREGA, heritage demolition, and corruption. Congress leaders, including Ajay Rai, were detained, vowing to fight on despite police action.

February 18, 2026

Kerala AHSTA Demands Withdrawal of Order Assigning Question Paper Security to School Principals

Kerala's Aided Higher Secondary Teachers’ Association wants the Education Department to revoke a new order making school principals responsible for exam question paper security during daytime. The public exams start on March 5 with papers distributed from February 25.