February 15, 2026

TikTok's ‘Chinamaxxing’ Trend Makes Chinese Culture Cool Among Americans

A TikTok trend called ‘Chinamaxxing’ is spreading in the West, where Americans embrace Chinese wellness and lifestyle online. With hashtags like #newlychinese, users share clips learning Chinese habits. The trend reflects fascination with China's growth and soft power, though it only shows a small side of real Chinese life.

February 15, 2026

Nearly 25% of World Population Now Religiously Unaffiliated, Pew Reports

A new Pew Research Center study finds 1.9 billion people globally identify as religiously unaffiliated or 'nones', up 270 million since 2010, outpacing other groups except Muslims.

February 15, 2026

Nearly 25% of World Population Now Religiously Unaffiliated, Pew Reports

A new Pew Research Center study finds 1.9 billion people globally identify as religiously unaffiliated or 'nones', up 270 million since 2010, outpacing other groups except Muslims.

February 15, 2026

Sikh Student Attacked on San Jose State Campus Over Misidentified Religion

A Sikh student was assaulted on San Jose State University campus after being mistaken for Hindu, prompting hate crime investigation and calls for tighter campus security.

February 15, 2026

UN’s Financial Crisis Sparks Calls for Major Restructuring and Focus on Local Impact

The UN’s money troubles reveal deep issues beyond cash shortages. Experts urge cutting bureaucracy and empowering local projects to boost real global impact.