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Alibaba unveils major AI model upgrade ahead of DeepSeek release

Alibaba has been among the most aggressive investors in and advocates for AI since DeepSeek reinvigorated the local tech industry.

Can a single glove unlock the mystery of Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother? DNA evidence raises fresh hope

The case has drawn national attention because Nancy Guthrie is the mother of Savannah Guthrie. Despite extensive searches and thousands of public tips, investigators have confirmed there is still no proof of life or death.

US documents show Indian girl among Epstein victims, authorities tried to trace her: Report

An internal email dated January 13, 2020 shows American officials discussing steps to locate the victim in India so that she could access financial and therapeutic support available under US victim compensation schemes.

‘I don’t fear the UK’: Pakistan dragged in as Putin mocks Britain over 'grooming gangs' | WATCH

The grooming gangs issue has become shorthand in Europe for Pakistan’s failure to address misogyny, child exploitation and extremist social norms within sections of its diaspora.

'F**k away to ...': Zelenskyy's explosive outburst on X over Russian elite families in West

He said that Europe is yet to sanction Russian nuclear energy firm Rosatom and criticised the lack of measures taken against relatives of sanctioned individuals who "live and study in Europe and the United States."

'After I ghosted him…': Musk claims Epstein launched massive Tesla short campaign, got Bill Gates to bet 1%

Elon Musk claims Jeffrey Epstein backed a Tesla short campaign and involved Bill Gates in a 1% bet; allegation posted on X without evidence.

America's Operation Windlord proves nuclear power can move: Why flying microreactors could be a gamechanger for India

In an operation called Operation Windlord, three C-17 Globemaster aircraft transported eight modules of the Ward 250 microreactor from California to Utah.

'Incompetent and jaahil': Why Pakistan’s loss to India has turned Mohsin Naqvi into a lightning rod

As Pakistan’s batting collapsed under pressure, public anger found a convenient focal point in Mohsin Naqvi, who currently serves as both Interior Minister and Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Sheikh Hasina, ‘Chicken’s Neck’, attacks on Hindus and more: What Bangladesh’s power shift means for India | Explained

The BNP’s sweeping mandate, coupled with the strongest parliamentary showing ever by Jamaat-e-Islami, has placed India-Bangladesh relations at a delicate crossroads.

Avalanche derails Swiss passenger train with 80 on board, casualties feared: What we know so far

Police described the derailment as “probably with injuries” and said emergency response efforts were ongoing as more information became available.

Why Nikhil Gupta pleaded guilty in Pannun murder-for-hire case? Legal strategy, family toll and what comes next

The case involving Nikhil Gupta centres on an alleged plot to assassinate Pannun, the leader of the Sikhs for Justice organisation, which advocates for Khalistan.

Did Kim Jong Un feed his uncle to dogs? Chilling claim resurfaces amid new North Korea succession drama

Unverified claims that Kim Jong Un fed his uncle to dogs resurfaced years after the confirmed 2013 execution of Jang Song-thaek on charges of treachery.

What next for Yunus as Tarique Rahman takes over? What the ‘man of peace’ leaves behind and what he may seek next

Social media chatter and political circles are abuzz with suggestions that Yunus could be accommodated in a constitutional role, possibly with the backing of the incoming government.

Latest Epstein document release puts powerful names back in the spotlight

A sweeping US Justice Department disclosure reveals emails and messages linking Jeffrey Epstein to politicians, billionaires and media figures, but stops short of confirming long-running conspiracy claims.

Cricket, control and chaos: Asim Munir upset with Mohsin Naqvi as India loss triggers tension in Pakistan

After Pakistan’s loss to India in the T20 World Match on February 15, unease has reportedly travelled far beyond the dressing room and into the country’s civil-military corridors.

Trump publicly pressures Israel’s president over Netanyahu pardon

The US president’s sharp criticism of Isaac Herzog for not pardoning Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked rare tension between close allies and stirred debate inside Israel.

Why Minnesota’s protests feel like the start of something different

The crowds are smaller than in 2020, but the anger over immigration raids and fatal shootings may be cutting deeper and lasting longer.

Why Republican attention to the Epstein files has faded

New polling suggests that even as conspiracy beliefs persist, many Republican voters have moved on from demanding more disclosures about Jeffrey Epstein.

Three messages from Washington leave Europe guessing about the alliance

At the Munich Security Conference, top Trump officials offered sharply different visions of America’s relationship with Europe, deepening uncertainty about NATO’s future.

Earth is about halfway through its life, scientists say

As the Sun slowly grows brighter over billions of years, our planet will eventually become uninhabitable and may one day be consumed.

Why the world’s largest waterfall cannot be seen

Deep beneath the ocean between Greenland and Iceland, a vast cascade of cold water plunges silently for thousands of feet.

Epstein survivor says recruiters mocked her during abuse

Juliette Bryant recounts being recruited as a student and says women who introduced her to Jeffrey Epstein laughed during alleged assaults.

Man uses forklift to break into jewellery shop, escapes on donkey in Turkey

A late-night break-in took an unexpected turn when the suspect swapped heavy machinery for a farm animal during his getaway.

FBI video shows Epstein’s former butler tried to sell his contact book in 2009

Newly released footage captures an undercover sting in which a former employee allegedly attempted to market Jeffrey Epstein’s so-called “little black book.”

Jail or hospital for Imran Khan? Supreme Court set to decide after medical review | Here's what we know

For now, Imran Khan remains inside Adiala Jail, under medical observation, as the country waits for a verdict that could shape not just his immediate future, but Pakistan’s already strained political climate.

US admits to creating ‘dollar shortage’ in Iran: How economic squeeze led to protests

A US remark suggesting Washington deliberately tightened Iran’s access to dollars highlights how financial pressure, not military force, was used to fuel economic strain and potential unrest in Tehran.

Aunt vs Niece: From second-most powerful to sidelined? Kim dynasty succession storm brews

South Korea’s intelligence briefing suggests Kim Jong Un is positioning his daughter Kim Ju-ae as a future leader, signalling a potential shift in North Korea’s traditional succession pattern.

Niche corner of the oil market is rocked by huge bet — on tankers

Demand for non-sanctioned tankers has soared in recent months as a flood of supplies hits global oil markets, at the same time that a chunk of the fleet is subject to western sanctions

Rich world’s growing civil unrest comes with an insurance sting

Claims tied to SRCC — strikes, riots and civil commotion — are emerging as a growing headache for insurers

India-France CEOs Forum on Feb 18 as Macron to begin three-day India visit: Full itinerary here

The 15th Indo-French CEOs Forum on February 18 will bring top industry leaders from both countries together alongside French President Emmanuel Macron’s India visit.

‘No platform gets free pass’: Starmer weighs tougher online safety laws, under-16 social media ban

Government proposes faster digital regulation and child-protection measures, including limits on AI tools, doomscrolling features and access to harmful content.

Succession, siblings and secrets: Why Kim Jong Un’s ‘beloved daughter’ is at the centre of North Korea’s power puzzle

South Korean intelligence agencies are expected to closely monitor an upcoming major political assembly later this month. It will be the country’s first such gathering in five years.

‘He must step down’: US Health Secretary RFK Jr’s ‘snorting cocaine off toilet seats’ remark sparks backlash

After Robert F. Kennedy Jr. admitted past cocaine abuse, a healthcare group called for his resignation, sparking political backlash.

Chart of the Day | What lies ahead of silver: Bull market or breaking point?

After a meteoric 278% rally to $121/oz, silver suffered its second-worst crash in history—but analysts say the bull market isn't over yet.

China's Lunar New Year travel rush is world's biggest annual migration

The Lunar New Year travel rush, or 'Chunyun' in Chinese, is often seen as a barometer for the country's economic health and a pressure test of its vast transport system

‘Address people as sir or madam’: Maryam Nawaz asks Pakistani cops to learn how to speak respectfully to public

In another sign of the deep trust deficit between the police and the public, Maryam Nawaz directed the introduction of body cameras for law enforcement personnel.

OPINION | Munich, the return of civilisational dogma and India’s new reality

Marco Rubio’s speech at the Munich Security Conference reflected the MAGA doctrine, which frames issues through the prism of Western civilisation. India’s response should be to strengthen cooperation where interests converge; preserve autonomy where they diverge

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