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February 2026 watchlist: New theatres and OTT releases- from O'Romeo to The Bluff and more
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February 2026 offers an amazing lineup of entertainment, featuring theatrical thrills like O' Romeo, Assi, and Vadh 2, whereas the OTT mix includes Bridgerton S4 Part 2, The Bluff, and many more. Check the combined list of horror, romance, and intense drama for Valentine's or weekend binge.

How Anthropic Surged Ahead in the Race for AI Dominance

As we track the race for ai dominance, Anthropic has quietly emerged as a leader in the AI boom. Experts say its advantage comes from focus, not flash.

Morgan Stanley's Moon-shot Target for Indian Equities

A new Morgan Stanley report says Indian equity markets could be heading for a major re-rating by the end of 2026. The global brokerage says India’s macro environment is easing after years of tightness.

Top U.S. Tech Firms Are Among Top Losers This Week

A Report by Market Intelligence Firm Fact Set Suggests More Than One Trillion Dollars Has Been Wiped Off Big Tech Valuations in a Sharp Global Sell-off This Week. The Trigger is Growing Anxiety Over Artificial Intelligence Spending.

Immigrants Saved $14.5 Tn in U.S. Debt Over 30 Yrs

Even as the trump administration’s immigration crackdown continues with tighter rules, a new analysis by U.S-based Cato institute paints a starkly different fiscal picture. This report finds immigrants have added trillions to U.S. Government finances for 30 years and may have helped avert a debt crisis.

Lil Jon's son dies days after he went missing, body retrieved from Georgia lake

Smith's body was found in a pond near his home in a Georgia town. Smith, famously known as DJ Young Slade, was 27

Mandelson Grilled Over Epstein Emails, Payments in DOJ Files

Peter Mandelson, former UK ambassador to the US and Labour heavyweight, faces intense scrutiny over newly released Epstein files revealing post-conviction emails, payments, and lobbying ties to the disgraced financier.

Milky Way Black Hole: Dark Matter Mirage?

A new theory challenges the existence of Sagittarius A* as a traditional supermassive black hole at the Milky Way's core, proposing instead a dense fermionic dark matter clump that mimics its gravitational effects.

Singapore Airshow 2026: 4 Teams Fly, 37 Planes Park, Combat Future Unveiled

Singapore Airshow 2026, Asia's premier aerospace event running February 3-8 at Changi Exhibition Centre, features flying displays by four aerobatic teams and static displays of 37 aircraft, spotlighting the future of aerial combat.

Trump signals progress in Iran talks but ominously warns of 'steep' consequences

US President Donald Trump said the United States held “very good talks” with Iran during indirect negotiations in Oman and confirmed that both sides plan to meet again early next week. However, he also issued an ominous warning.

ISIS Mosque Bloodbath: 31 Dead in Pakistan Capital Blast

ISIS has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad's Tarlai Kalan area on February 6, 2026, killing 31 during Friday prayers.

New Start Dies: Russia Seeks Deal, U.S. Calls It Flawed

Russia suspended inspections in 2023 over Ukraine tensions but stayed within numerical caps, proposing a one-year extension in September 2025—welcomed initially by Trump but unmet by a new pact. The US views New START as outdated, pushing for a trilateral deal including China amid arsenal growth (Russia nearing 1,500 warheads), while Moscow blames Washington for escalation.

China Purges Bank of China Ex-VP in Corruption Dragnet

China's ongoing anti-corruption campaign under Xi Jinping has ensnared former Bank of China Vice President Lin Jingzhen, expelled from the Communist Party on February 6, 2026, for "serious disciplinary violations"-code for corruption like bribery and power abuse.

Dhaka Clashes Heat Up Pre-Election Countdown: Pay Protests Turn Violent

Bangladesh hurtles toward its February 12, 2026, general elections amid escalating protests in Dhaka, where garment workers demanding pay hikes clashed violently with police, leaving several injured.

IS claims responsibility for Islamabad mosque blast that killed at least 31

The explosion occurred during Friday prayers at Imam Bargah Qasr-e-Khadijatul Kubra mosque in the Tarlai area on the city’s outskirts.

Kites Conquer Lahore Skies: Basant Roars Back After Ban

Lahore's skies burst with colorful kites as the Basant festival makes a vibrant comeback after an 18-year ban lifted by Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz, running February 6-8, 2026, under strict safety rules.

‘Blaming others for its home-grown ills’: India rejects Pakistan’s ‘baseless’ allegations after Islamabad blast

The MEA said that Pakistan should rather focus on addressing the problems plaguing its social fabric than “blaming others for its home-grown ills”.

'First time I’ve heard that Pakistan...': Sourav Ganguly on IND vs PAK T20 World Cup match

The T20 World Cup will begin on Saturday (Feb 7) and one of the biggest rivalries, India vs Pakistan is set for Feb 15 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Under an agreement with the BCCI and the ICC, Pakistan is scheduled to play all its matches in Sri Lanka.

Reading off a teleprompter? Mariah Carey accused of lip-syncing during her performance at Winter Olympics

On Feb 6, Mariah Carey stepped out at San Siro Stadium and started her performance by singing in Italian. However, her efforts to appeal to the crowd didn't go as well as expected.