A baby pygmy hippo named Jellybean is capturing hearts online after arriving at Arizona’s Wildlife World Zoo. The zoo revealed the baby hippo’s name following a public vote, and the internet fell in love. The zoo revealed the baby hippo’s name following a public vote. (Screenshot from video posted on X by Reuters) Earlier this […]
SHANGHAI, Feb. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On February 26, TH International Limited (NASDAQ: THCH), the exclusive operator of Tim Hortons in China (“Tims China” or the “Company”), marks its seventh year of operations in the country. Seven Years of Steady Growth in China Honoring the Canadian roots of the Tims Hortons brand – the […]
The Chinese embassy’s new-found rigor in launching tirades against Philippine institutions seems to have found a new target: a long-running independent news organization, after it released a video version of a months-old report on Chinese propaganda and China’s influence operations in the country. In a statement on February 26, the embassy’s deputy spokesperson Guo Wei […]
By Sophia Saifi, Masoud Popalzai and Rhea Mogul, CNN Islamabad (CNN) — Afghanistan and Pakistan are fighting again, trading deadly shelling and mortar fire across their rugged border, with Islamabad’s defense minister saying his country’s patience had “run out” and declaring “open war” on its Taliban-run neighbor. It’s the latest flare-up in an on-off conflict […]
It wasn’t a simple travel voucher or a box of sweets that we usually see corporates handing over to mark the year-end bonus. Instead, it was what can be called every employee’s wild dream, which came true during an annual meeting of a crane manufacturing company in China. The company, a prominent heavy machinery pioneer, […]
SINGAPORE – Local actor Xie Shaoguang has cleared up the mystery on why he has not been nominated for the upcoming Star Awards, local broadcaster Mediacorp’s annual television awards ceremony. The 64-year-old veteran’s omission from the 2026 list of Best Actor nominees was one of the talking points after the names were announced on Feb […]
A video is also moving around on social media, which showed employees around the tables full of cash, counting the notes and keeping them aside to take later. This is not the first time that the company did something like this. Something similar happened in 2024, when the company reportedly distributed 170 million yuan to […]
The enrolment of Indian students in US universities has registered a sharp fall of at least 45%, the sharpest decline among major international student groups, according to a new white paper by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), which cited uncertainties around visas and post-work opportunities as the driving factor behind the drop. The paper […]
In 1883, American poet Emma Lazarus wrote “The New Colossus” during an age of great immigration to the New World, as part of an effort to fund the pedestal for France’s gift to the United States: the Statue of Liberty in New York City. “‘Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp!’ cries she / With silent […]
More than 70 tigers have died at two Tiger Kingdom wildlife parks in Chiang Mai, Thailand, within just 10 days, with visitors who may have been exposed now being monitored by health authorities 07:58, 27 Feb 2026Updated 07:59, 27 Feb 2026 View 3 Images A tiger seen inside a small cage in the tourist attraction […]
Watsons Singapore’s commercial director Goh Choon Gek said that K-beauty brands are still its mainstay and Western brands perform strongly among premium skincare lines, but C-beauty stands out due to its novelty. “It’s very active on social media and we also feel that there’s actually a lack of physical presence, so we think there’s a […]
The political scene moves to the House of Representatives today as Kyriakos Mitsotakis will answer a question on energy from Nikos Androulakis on the subject of “the government’s policy on energy fuels precision and endangers the country’s energy security” as part of the Prime Minister’s Hour. The issue of wiretapping is almost certainly expected to […]
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was suddenly forced to stop her testimony about Jeffrey Epstein after an important rule was broken. Clinton, who claimed that she had ‘no idea’ about the disgraced financier’s criminal dealings, delivered a testimony on Thursday (26 February, in Chappaqua, New York. Having previously told the BBC that ‘we […]
Nepal Will Hold First Election Since Deadly Protests, With Three Rivals Vying to Be Prime Minister | Image: AP Kathmandu: A former rapper who ran Kathmandu as a mayor. The young leader of Nepal’s oldest political party. And a communist veteran politician hoping to return to power after being ousted in youth-led protests in which […]
Passport holders have been told to take action or they could risk being turned away at airports. Something could prevent you from being able to travel if you fail to follow the advice 07:34, 27 Feb 2026Updated 07:34, 27 Feb 2026 View Image Passport holders have been urged to take action (stock image)(Image: Peter Titmuss/Education […]
Financial technology company Block will be laying off 4,000 employees as a smaller team using artificial intelligence is tipped to “do more and do it better” – boosting the company’s share price Tannur Anders 07:27, 27 Feb 2026Updated 07:28, 27 Feb 2026 View 3 Images (Image: AFP via Getty Images) Financial technology company Block will […]
Nutritionist expert Dr Sheeja Chandran says this is a crucial point no one is talking about. “When you promote something as part of the state’s culinary culture, it needs to be healthy enough,” says the Ayurveda doctor. “Kerala has always adopted cross-cultural cuisine. Our appam and puttu are gifts from the Portuguese and Dutch presence […]
Over the past few weeks, Punch, a seven‑month‑old baby macaque at Japan’s Ichikawa City Zoo, has emerged as a global internet sensation. Recently, Google has also joined the celebrations surrounding the internet’s new favourite star, Punch the monkey. Typing “Punch the monkey” into Google triggers an unexpected digital effect, with the screen filling up with […]
Legendary Belgian electronic music festival to take place on 11–13 December 2026 at Wisdom Valley Pattaya with six stages and iconic global productions, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a World Class Event Hub Destination BANGKOK, Feb. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announces Tomorrowland Thailand, confirming the festival’s first full-scale Asian debut […]
A former rapper who ran Kathmandu as a mayor. The young leader of Nepal’s oldest political party. And a communist veteran politician hoping to return to power after being ousted in youth-led protests in which dozens were killed last year. They are the three leading contenders as Nepal heads into a crucial nationwide election, the […]
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stood front-row at the Hangzhou factory floor of Unitree Robotics, watching 1.3-metre humanoid machines perform synchronised kung fu, trade blows in a boxing match, and flex through combat choreography that – just weeks earlier – had captivated hundreds of millions of viewers at China’s Spring Festival Gala. But it was what […]
A former rapper who ran Kathmandu as a mayor. The young leader of Nepal’s oldest political party. And a communist veteran politician hoping to return to power after being ousted in youth-led protests in which dozens were killed last year. They are the three leading contenders as Nepal heads into a crucial nationwide election, the […]
MANILA,, Philippines — The Ateneo Law School Dean Jose Maria “Joey” Hofileña has died. He was 64. His family thanked all those who remembered the late law dean in prayer. “We are thankful for the beautiful gift that Joey has been to all of us, and find comfort in knowing that he is now wrapped […]
SINGAPORE – Singapore Post said it will keep the tariff charged on goods sent to the US at 10 per cent, until the higher rate of 15 per cent announced by US President Donald Trump is officially instated. This comes as a 10 per cent tariff placed on Singapore under the International Emergency Economic Powers […]
MrBeast vows to book only starlink-equipped flights as global airline adoption surges A viral video has been circulating on social media showing YouTube star MrBeast praising Starlink’s in-flight internet capabilities. During an appearance on the Good Guys podcast, he made a bold statement regarding his future travel habits as more airlines adopt the technology. He […]
Ahead of the scheduled first spacewalk of 2026 on January 8, NASA cancelled the EVA that was supposed to be carried out by Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke of Crew-11. Announcing the same, NASA back then wrote, “NASA is postponing the Thursday, Jan. 8, spacewalk outside the International Space Station. The agency is monitoring a […]
On the way to Yamanashi, UP CM Yogi Adityanath met people and children of Indian origin living in Japan and talked to them. The children touched CM Yogi’s feet and recited shlokas. Later, the CM gifted chocolates to the children (Credits: @/@myogiadityanath) LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath’s interaction with children of Indian origin […]
February 2026 turned out to be one of the internet’s most entertaining months, packed with wholesome, dramatic, and nostalgia-driven trends. From heart-melting animal stories to creative social media challenges and throwback music moments, the month kept users constantly engaged. Among all the viral sensations, one trend that truly captured global attention was “Baby Monkey Punch.” […]
