February 16, 2026

Saudi Schools Adjust Timings for Ramadan With Later Starts and Shorter Periods

As Ramadan nears, Saudi schools set new start times between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. to ease fasting. Adult classes move to evenings and lessons are shortened for a smooth academic month.

February 16, 2026

Hongkongers Make 1.4 Million Outbound Trips Ahead of Lunar New Year, Up 21.6%

Hongkongers took nearly 1.4 million outbound trips before Lunar New Year, a 21.6% jump from last year, thanks to longer holidays and the Valentine's Day holiday overlap.

February 16, 2026

Chinese Families Shun Pre-Made Meals After Lunar New Year Food Scandal

Chinese families are steering clear of pre-made meals this Lunar New Year after a food fight between a star influencer and a restaurant chain hit reunion dinner tables. Many prefer quality, saying pre-made dishes feel cheap and unrefined.

February 16, 2026

Chinese Families Shun Pre-Made Meals After Lunar New Year Food Scandal

Chinese families are steering clear of pre-made meals this Lunar New Year after a food fight between a star influencer and a restaurant chain hit reunion dinner tables. Many prefer quality, saying pre-made dishes feel cheap and unrefined.

February 16, 2026

Australian Police Arrest Man in Queensland After Egyptian Museum Heist

Australian police caught a man accused of stealing Egyptian artefacts from the Abbey Museum in Caboolture, Queensland. Most items were recovered except a 2,600-year-old wooden cat believed to be from ancient Egypt's 26th dynasty.