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What Is Chinamaxxing, The Viral Trend Western Internet Stars Are Embracing

A social media trend known as Chinamaxxing is gaining traction across Western audiences, with users posting contents how casing Chinese lifestyle habits and wellness routines.

Published on: 16.02.2026 06:34
"We've Heard Concerns": ByteDance Says It Will Curb Seedance 2.0

Actors union SAG-AFTRA said Friday it "stands with the studios in condemning the blatant infringement" enabled by Seedance.

Published on: 16.02.2026 05:48
7 Pakistani Soldiers In Custody, Balochistan Army's 7-Day Ultimatum To Islamabad

The separatist militant group the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed it is holding seven members of Pakistan's security forces in custody and has issued a seven-day deadline to the Pakistani government for a prisoner exchange.

Published on: 16.02.2026 05:42
All About HAMMER Missiles, Weapon Used On Rafale Jets

India and France are expected to sign an MoU for the joint production of HAMMER missiles during French President Emmanuel Macron's three-day official visit.

Published on: 16.02.2026 05:20
Kim Jong Un's Nuclear Legacy Handed To 13-Year-Old Daughter, But Aunt Refuses To Bow

North Korea could be headed for a tense family showdown. South Korea's spy agency says Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is close to being named the country's next leader, a move that could set her against her powerful aunt, Kim Yo Jong

Published on: 16.02.2026 05:17
"I Don't Care": Indian Student's Chilling Words Days Before Death In US

Days before he went missing and was later found dead in California, Indian student Saketh Srinivasaiah ate and talked less and even went to classes in a bathrobe, showing clear signs of distress, his college roommate recalled.

Published on: 16.02.2026 05:08
Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos To Become Neighbours In 'Billionaire Bunker'

Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chen's, next property purchase may soon make them Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' neighbour in Miami, Florida.

Published on: 16.02.2026 04:48
Larry The Cat: 15 Years Of Purr-litical Influence In United Kingdom

Larry the cat celebrates 15 years on Sunday as the British government's official rodent-catcher and unofficial first feline, a reassuring presence who has served under six prime ministers. Sometimes it seems like they have served under him.

Published on: 16.02.2026 04:34
Hindus Among Four From Minority Communities Elected To Bangladesh Parliament

Four candidates from minority communities, including two Hindus, won in the recent general elections in Bangladesh, with all being nominees of the BNP, which is set to form the government.

Published on: 16.02.2026 02:19
Chicago Girl Fighting Father's Deportation Dies Of Rare Cancer At 16

A Chicago teen who spoke out for her father's release after he was detained last fall by immigration officials in a deportation case has died after battling a rare form of cancer.

Published on: 16.02.2026 01:58
Reconciliation Or Retribution? Awami League Dilemma Before Tarique Rahman

A defining moment of Bangladesh's Prime Minister-elect, Tarique Rahman's press conference on Saturday was his response regarding the future of Awami League supporters.

Published on: 16.02.2026 00:52
Trump Says His Board Of Peace Members Pledged $5 Billion For Gaza

President Donald Trump said Sunday that members of his newly created Board of Peace have pledged $5 billion toward rebuilding war-ravaged Gaza.

Published on: 15.02.2026 18:41
US Military Boards Sanctioned Oil Tanker 'Veronica III' In Indian Ocean

US military forces boarded another sanctioned tanker in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel from the Caribbean Sea in an effort to target illicit oil connected to Venezuela, the Pentagon said Sunday.

Published on: 15.02.2026 16:51
Wheelchair User Alleges Southwest Airlines Left Her Stranded In Airport Restroom: "Caused Emotional Distress"

The lawsuit states that the episode caused her dire "emotional distress, including panic symptoms and physical manifestations of panic."

Published on: 15.02.2026 16:49
"Malicious": Imran Khan's Eye Exam Inside Pak Jail Slammed By His Party

Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan was on Sunday examined by a team of doctors after a reported eyesight issue while his party rejected the inspection.

Published on: 15.02.2026 16:18
UK Considers Sanctions Against Russia After Navalny Poisoning Report

Britain will consider "increasing sanctions" against Russia following findings from five European states that opposition leader Alexei Navalny was killed by dart-frog toxin in a Russian prison, UK foreign minister Yvette Cooper said Sunday.

Published on: 15.02.2026 15:50
US 'Not Disputing' European Report On Navalny Poisoning: Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday that Washington is "not disputing" a report by five European countries that imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was fatally poisoned with a rare frog "toxin".

Published on: 15.02.2026 15:50
"There's This Sort Of Clown Show": Obama After Trump's Racist Monkey Clip

Former US president Barack Obama criticised a lack of shame and decorum in the country's political discourse, responding Saturday for the first time to a post on Donald Trump's social media account that depicted him and Michelle as monkeys.

Published on: 15.02.2026 11:41
Om Birla To Represent India At Tarique Rahman's Oath Ceremony In Bangladesh

The Speaker's participation at this important event underscores the deep and enduring friendship between the peoples of India and Bangladesh, the foreign ministry said.

Published on: 15.02.2026 11:37
Ukraine Ex-Minister Arrested While Fleeing Country Amid Corruption Scandal

Ukraine's NABU anti-corruption force said Sunday it arrested the country's former energy minister, German Galushchenko -- who resigned last year during a massive corruption scandal -- as he tried to cross Ukraine's border.

Published on: 15.02.2026 11:36

News from Arabic Countries

ByteDance pledges fixes to Seedance 2.0 after Hollywood copyright claims

Hollywood groups say the AI video generator uses the likeness of actors and others without permission.

Published on: 16.02.2026 07:44
Iran’s Araghchi arrives in Geneva for second round of nuclear talks with US

Iran's top diplomat says he will meet with IAEA director before the high-stakes talks with US are held on Tuesday.

Published on: 16.02.2026 07:40
When is Ramadan 2026, and how is the moon sighted?

The first day of fasting for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in Mecca will likely be Thursday, February 19.

Published on: 16.02.2026 07:10
UK’s Starmer announces crackdown on AI chatbots in child safety push

PM seeks powers to act quickly on a consultation considering an Australia-style social media ban for children below 16.

Published on: 16.02.2026 06:44
Indonesia’s Gaza gamble

Indonesia’s plan to send troops to Gaza could test its longstanding foreign policy independence.

Published on: 16.02.2026 06:29
Europe’s growing fight over Israeli goods: Boycott movements mushroom

From a supermarket worker's grassroots act to state-led initiatives, a protest grows. But pro-Israel groups battle back.

Published on: 16.02.2026 05:48
US forces board tanker in Indian Ocean that fled Trump’s Venezuela blockade

Panamanian-flagged Veronica III left Venezuela on the same day as the US capture of President Nicolas Maduro in January.

Published on: 16.02.2026 05:12
Netanyahu calls for dismantling Iran’s nuclear programme in any US deal

Israeli prime minister details demands on Iran as US prepares to hold second round of nuclear talks in Geneva.

Published on: 16.02.2026 04:22
Israel’s move to register land ‘systematises dispossession’ of Palestinians

Israeli rights groups say land registration in West Bank will further Israel's aim of annexing Palestinian territory.

Published on: 16.02.2026 04:00
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,453

These are the key developments from day 1,453 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 16.02.2026 01:35
Israel bombs Lebanon-Syria border, kills four people

Lebanese authorities say Israeli forces bombed a vehicle near the border, killing at least four people.

Published on: 15.02.2026 23:31
Can the UN Security Council be reformed?

The UN secretary-general says the absence of African seats is 'indefensible'.

Published on: 15.02.2026 22:08
Israel kills 11 in Gaza as Trump announces $5bn pledge from Board of Peace

US President Donald Trump says the first meeting of his newly created Board of Peace will take place on Thursday.

Published on: 15.02.2026 20:44
Gaza mother’s grim ordeal: A search for missing son among mutilated bodies

Gaza families seek closure as they search for loved ones among bodies returned by Israel under 'ceasefire' deal.

Published on: 15.02.2026 20:16
Is Trumpism losing steam?

As Trumpism forces both major US parties to wonder what they stand for, experts weigh in on November election prospects.

Published on: 15.02.2026 20:02
Ukraine’s ex-energy minister arrested while trying to cross border

German Galushchenko was detained by Ukraine's anti-corruption bureau while trying to leave the country.

Published on: 15.02.2026 19:35
India rout bitter rivals Pakistan at T20 World Cup

India's win against Pakistan takes the defending champions through to the next round of cricket's T20 World Cup.

Published on: 15.02.2026 19:34
Syrian army takes over al-Shaddadi base after US withdrawal

The move, in coordination with the US, is the latest implementation of the ceasefire agreement with Kurdish-led forces.

Published on: 15.02.2026 17:54
India hammer Pakistan to qualify for T20 World Cup Super Eights

Ishan Kishan defies a tricky Colombo pitch with 77 as India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in Group A of the T20 World Cup.

Published on: 15.02.2026 17:25
US ‘not disputing’ European assessment of Navalny poisoning, Rubio says

Secretary of state says Washington will 'not fight' European partners on their findings as UK considers new sanctions.

Published on: 15.02.2026 16:59
Thousands of Western nationals fought Israel’s war on Gaza: What to know

Thousands of Western citizens joined the Israeli military in its war on Gaza that killed over 72,000 Palestinians.

Published on: 15.02.2026 15:36
As Sudanese city returns to life after two-year siege, drone threat lingers

Markets reopen in Dilling, South Kordofan’s second largest city. Yet residents face persistent aerial attacks.

Published on: 15.02.2026 14:34
Iran seeks to get out of FATF blacklist amid domestic political divisions

North Korea and Myanmar are other two countries on global financial blacklist as Tehran promises countermeasures.

Published on: 15.02.2026 14:24
Iran’s Araghchi slams European powers for ‘irrelevance’ in nuclear talks

Foreign minister says regional powers have been 'far more effective' than European countries.

Published on: 15.02.2026 14:20
Hasan Piker on influence and journalism in the algorithm age

The political streamer discusses bias, bans, wealth, activism and the blurred line between journalism and influencers.

Published on: 15.02.2026 14:10