China accounts for nearly 60% of global gaming revenue, underscoring its dominance in the industry. Meanwhile, rising financial independence among women is reshaping modern dating trends and social dynamics.


China Makes Up Around 60% Of Game Revenue, Women's Independence Drives New Dating Trends 

Reading and writing can lower dementia risk by almost 40%, study finds
Cognitive health in later life is ‘strongly influenced’ by lifelong exposure to intellectually stimulating environments, say researchers. 

Study finds reading & writing may reduce Dementia risk by 40% 

Pakistan was left embarrassed on the global stage yet again as the UNSC monitoring team's report linked Jaish-e-Mohammad to the Delhi Red Fort blast. This Pakistan-based terror outfit has been responsible for a number of high-profile terror attacks in the country.


Pakistan's terror face exposed again as UN links Jaish-e-Mohammad to Red Fort Blast

Vote counting is underway in Bangladesh following high-stakes national elections. Authorities say results will be announced in phases as ballots from across the country are tallied. With major parties closely watching the outcome, the results are expected to shape Bangladesh’s political landscape. Here’s the latest update from the ground.


Bangladesh Elections: Counting Underway After Voting Ends In 299 Seats

Bangladesh is voting in its first national election since the removal of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s political landscape. Millions of voters are heading to polling stations as major parties compete for control of the 300-seat parliament.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party is widely seen as a leading contender, while Jamaat-e-Islami has emerged as a significant force in the post-Hasina political environment. The contest is being closely watched for its potential impact on governance, stability and Bangladesh’s broader political direction.


Bangladesh Votes first time since Hasina’s ouster as BNP faces Jamaat challenge 

Residents across Johannesburg are facing prolonged water outages as taps run dry in many suburbs, sparking protests and frustration over basic services. The shortage has forced communities to queue for water containers and rely on intermittent deliveries, with families enduring days without water. Despite mounting criticism and public outcry, Mayor Dada Morero has denied that the city is experiencing a full‑blown water crisis or that a “Day Zero” — a complete cutoff of municipal water — is imminent. City officials maintain efforts are underway to stabilise the supply network and balance distribution amid high demand, ageing infrastructure, and ongoing maintenance challenges.


South Africa’s taps on verge of running dry, Mayor denies water crisis

China firmly rejects US accusations of secret nuclear tests, labeling them "completely groundless" and "outright lies" aimed at justifying Washington's own testing plans.


China Slams U.S. Nuclear Test Claims as Lies 

Israel's security cabinet approved measures on February 8, 2026, to expand control over the occupied West Bank, easing land sales to Jewish settlers and boosting enforcement in Palestinian areas, amid Gaza ceasefire talks. The moves drew global criticism for undermining the Palestinian Authority and two-state prospects, though no direct Trump opposition statements emerged in reports.



Gaza Ceasefire: Israel Expands West Bank Powers Amid Backlash

Russia has escalated its aerial bombardment of Ukraine to unprecedented levels, unleashing around 2,000 drones and 616 missile strikes in the past week alone, primarily targeting energy infrastructure and civilian areas.



Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Unleashes Record Strikes on Ukraine 

Russia has intensified its aerial campaign against Ukraine, launching a record barrage of approximately 2,000 drones and 616 missile strikes over the past week, targeting energy infrastructure, civilian areas, and military sites across multiple regions.



Russia Unleashes Record 2,000 Drones, 616 Missile Strikes on Ukraine in a Week 

NSA Ajit Doval met Canada's Nathalie Drouin and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree in Ottawa on February 6-7, agreeing on a shared work plan for national security and law enforcement collaboration. 


India-Canada Reset: Doval's Visit Seals Security Cooperation Pact

Storm Marta battered Spain and Portugal, prompting evacuations of over 11,000 amid flood warnings, road closures, and rail disruptions after prior storms like Leonardo. 

Portugal, Spain Flooded: Marta Claims Victim Amid Chaos

Four Indian medical students were injured, alongside two police officers, in a brutal knife attack by a 15-year-old suspect at Bashkortostan State Medical University's hostel in Ufa, Russia. 

Indian Students Hurt in Ufa Rampage Amid Russia-Ukraine Tensions

Four Indian medical students were among six injured in a knife attack by a 15-year-old at Bashkortostan State Medical University's hostel sports hall in Ufa, Russia. Two police officers were stabbed while subduing the suspect, who also self-harmed and was hospitalized in serious condition; reports link him to a neo-Nazi group.

Russia-Ukraine: Four Indians Injured in Knife Attack in Russia

Russia unleashed over 400 drones and missiles in a massive overnight assault on Kyiv and Ukraine's power network, described as the war's largest winter attack, causing blackouts and injuries amid freezing temperatures. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted many, but strikes hit thermal plants, high-rises in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Dnipro, leaving tens of thousands without heat.




Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Pounds Kyiv in Air Onslaught 

Peru's most notorious extortionist, Erick Moreno Hernández alias "El Monstruo," was captured and extradited from Paraguay to Lima in late January 2026, marking a major win against organized crime.


Peru's Most Wanted Extortionist, 'The Monster' Captured 

Russia hammered Ukraine with over 500 missiles and drones on February 3, 2026, killing two civilians in Zaporizhzhia-where a monument was also damaged and blacking out cities amid freezing -20°C weather.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia's Massive Ukraine Strikes Kill 2 in Zaporizhzhia

Russia unleashed its largest missile and drone barrage of 2026 on Ukraine overnight February 3, launching 71 missiles-including Kinzhal hypersonics and Kh-101 cruise missiles-and 450 Shahed drones targeting energy grids in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow's Massive Strike Kills 2 in Zaporizhzhia

Russia resumed massive missile and drone strikes across Ukraine on February 3, 2026, launching 71 missiles-including Kinzhal and Kh-101 types-and nearly 450 Shahed drones, targeting energy infrastructure in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and other regions amid freezing -20°C weather.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Resume Large-Scale Ukraine Strikes

Zelenskyy announced preparations for new US-mediated peace talks with Russia next week, signaling openness to reviewing Moscow's proposals amid energy truces and stalled direct meetings.



Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Preps for US-Russia Peace Talks Next Week

Hamas signals willingness to cede formal Gaza governance to a U.S.-backed technocratic committee while pushing to integrate its police and fighters, defying the new authority's design to exclude the group.



Gaza Handover Twist: Hamas Police Join US-Backed Regime

Iran-backed militias across West Asia issued stern warnings against U.S. interests on January 28-30, 2026, as Houthis signaled a potential return to Red Sea shipping attacks amid Trump's naval buildup near Iran.



Iran-backed militias issue warnings across west asia 

Trump signals progress toward Ukraine peace despite personal tensions between Zelenskyy and Putin complicating final negotiations, amid recent energy ceasefire gestures and trilateral talks momentum.



Trump: Ukraine Peace Close Despite Zelensky-Putin Feud

Philippines ramps up South China Sea drills near disputed Scarborough Shoal with U.S. support, prompting China to deploy coast guard vessels for pressure amid rising territorial friction.


South China Sea: Philippines-U.S. Joint Drills Provoke China's Coast Guard Showdown

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