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Kim Jong Un's daughter is close to be designated as future leader, says South Korean spy agency

South Korean officials initially expressed doubt that Kim Jong Un's daughter could be chosen as a North Korean leader, citing the country's deeply conservative culture and tradition of male-dominated leadership

The Hindu 13 Feb 2026 12:08 pm

Hello Kitty designer bows out after 40 years in charge

Yuko Yamaguchi has been responsible since 1980 for the design of Kitty, who is officially not a cat but a little girl from London, overseeing her rise to the epitome of Japan's kawaii cute soft power

The Hindu 13 Feb 2026 11:11 am

UN approves 40-member scientific panel on impact of artificial intelligence

The vote in the 193-member assembly was 117-2, with the United States and Paraguay voting o and Tunisia and Ukraine abstaining

The Hindu 13 Feb 2026 11:10 am

Bangladesh election results LIVE: 'Serious questions' about integrity of results, says Jamaat-e-Islami

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led by Tarique Rahman claimed election victory on Friday, a top party official told AFP, after the first polls since a deadly 2024 uprising

The Hindu 13 Feb 2026 10:16 am

The Hindu who stood up for a Muslim and became a hero

Deepak Kumar's confronting of Hindu vigilantes is being hailed as a rare act of heroism. It's also got him death threats.

BBC 13 Feb 2026 8:56 am

Disabling this Google Pixel core freed up to 10GB of storage space for me - here's how

If your Pixel phone is running out of storage space, there's one thing you can do to reclaim GBs: disable this underlying service.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:47 am

How to clear your iPad cache (and why it makes such a big difference)

If your iPad is feeling slow, this 30-second routine can help speed it up and free up storage space.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:39 am

Sick of screen snoopers? This privacy screen is a must for working in public

This privacy screen shuts off visibility to your laptop's display outside of a 60-degree angle.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:30 am

I replaced my bedroom TV with this $170 Roku projector, and it's a worthy alternative

The Aurzen D1R Cube Roku TV projector is fast, bright, and surprisingly fun. You can pick one up on sale for a limited time.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:30 am

7 useful things I can do with my Flipper Zero - as someone who's used it for years

This quirky little gadget went viral on TikTok, but it's got a lot more going for it than you'd think.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:27 am

Golden 51 Years: Toward New Heights China - Thailand SME Cooperation Agreement Signing Ceremony Held in Suzhou

On February 6, the Golden 51 Years: Toward New Heights China - Thailand SME Cooperation Agreement Signing ...

Antara News 13 Feb 2026 8:16 am

Why I recommend this $20 wireless charging dock to hardcore Apple fans - and only them

Forget traveling with multiple chargers. Here's why I charge my iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods with the InfinaCore T3.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:16 am

Own a smart TV? These 13 features can dramatically improve your performance - here's how

Smart TVs are basically computers now, with their own hidden hacks, tips, and tricks. Here are a few I use to get the most out of my TV.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:06 am

I did not expect LG to make some of the most advanced earbuds out now - but here we are

LG announced its latest will.i.am collab, the Xboom Buds Plus, and they're cool for reasons beyond their audio.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 8:05 am

AI isn't getting smarter, it's getting more power hungry - and expensive

Frontier models such as OpenAI's GPT depend mostly on increasing computing power rather than smarter algorithms, according to a new MIT report. Here's why that matters.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 7:31 am

Atomic vs immutable Linux: How to decide which distro type is right for you

If immutable and atomic distributions are the future of Linux, how do you choose? Maybe you don't have to. I break it all down.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 7:30 am

Hasina slams Bangladesh elections as well-planned farce, demands 'free, fair and inclusive' polls

She claimed that voter turnout was negligible in most polling centres nationwide, and in many centres across the capital and other areas, there were no voters at all

The Hindu 13 Feb 2026 6:56 am

The only lithium button battery brand I recommend now - for serious safety reasons

Button cell battery ingestion leads to thousands of injuries in the US each year. Here's the only brand I trust now.

ZDNet 13 Feb 2026 6:30 am

OpenAI's new Spark model codes 15x faster than GPT-5.3-Codex - but there's a catch

OpenAI's new GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark promises ultra-fast, conversational AI coding, if you can tolerate a few trade-offs.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 11:31 pm

I changed 7 settings on my Samsung phone to significantly improve the battery life

Your Samsung phone may already have decent battery life, but a few adjustments can make that even more enduring.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 11:28 pm

I unlocked God Mode in Windows 11 with this text string - here's what it does

God Mode turns one folder into a powerful control center. Here's how to use it.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 11:23 pm

These LG earbuds have some of the most advanced tech I've seen - but not for audio

LG announced its latest will.i.am collab, the Xboom Buds Plus, and they're cool for reasons beyond their audio.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 11:15 pm

Britain pledges major air defence package for Ukraine

The British Defence Ministry said some $200 million would go to a NATO scheme backed by U.S. President Donald Trump to buy American weaponry for Kyiv

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 11:07 pm

Claude's free updates are so handy, I'm cancelling my Pro subscription - here's why

Anthropic has doled out four cool perks to free users, all of which were previously available only for paid subscribers.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 11:01 pm

The official YouTube app is finally coming to Apple Vision Pro - and I'm elated

Whether it was Google's doing, Apple's, or both, you can now watch your usual YouTube content in VisionOS, no strings attached.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 10:30 pm

Your LG OLED TV may be getting a big upgrade to its picture quality - for free

The update makes Dolby Vision content a lot more vivid.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 10:11 pm

Using rechargeable batteries in your AirTags is not a smart idea - here's why

It might seem like you're saving money and helping the environment, but you're not.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 10:05 pm

These 4 critical AI vulnerabilities are being exploited faster than defenders can respond

From prompt injection to deepfake fraud, security researchers say several flaws have no known fix. Here's what to know about them.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 9:56 pm

This tiny 4K webcam has effectively replaced my MacBook camera for every purpose

The PTZ webcam from Obsbot packs a punch in a tiny package. But you'll have to be willing to pay to play.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 9:43 pm

Why I would easily trade my AirPods for Sony's XM6 earbuds - if it weren't for one unavoidable issue

Sony returns with the WF-1000XM6 flagship earbuds, and they compete with their predecessor as much as they do with Apple and Bose.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 9:33 pm

I compared flagship earbuds from Sony and Bose in 2026 - and the winner was a tough choice

Between the latest Sony WF-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2, making a decision isn't as simple as you'd think.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 9:30 pm

As an Android user, these are the closest things to AirTags (and better in some ways)

Apple AirTags are great, but limited in functionality. Here's why I attach these Chipolo Loop trackers to virtually anything.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 9:14 pm

How to clear your TV cache (and why you shouldn't wait to do it)

Clearing your TV's cache greatly reduces stuttering and improves performance. Here's how to do it on Samsung, LG, and more.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 9:11 pm

Uniswap Labs and Securitize Collaborate to Unlock Liquidity Options for BlackRocks BUIDL

-Uniswap Labs, the leader in decentralized finance, and Securitize, the leader in tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs), ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 8:47 pm

Deal alert: The Samsung Freestyle 2 is 25% off during Presidents' Day sales

My favorite projector for movies and gaming is currently $200 off at Amazon heading into Presidents' Day weekend.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 8:39 pm

President Prabowo orders HR boost for national fisheries industry

President Prabowo Subianto has instructed Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto to ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 8:35 pm

U.S. Judge rejects BBC's stay application in Trump defamation case

The Judge said the BBCs application was premature nor had it shown that it would be prejudiced if the stay was not granted

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 8:02 pm

Indonesia eyes demographic bonus via family focus to meet 2026 goals

Minister of Population and Family Development Wihaji underscored that investing in families is the foundation of the ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 8:02 pm

Indonesia advances 65 fishermen villages nationwide, 50 percent done

Indonesias Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries Sakti Wahyu Trenggono stated that the construction progress ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 7:10 pm

Indonesia, Norway launch talks on fifth carbon reduction incentive

The governments of Indonesia and Norway have launched talks on the fifth phase of the bilateral result-based ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 6:55 pm

Separatist group KKB battalions behind Smart Air shooting in Papua

The Head of Operations of the Cartenz Peace Task Force, Brigadier General Faizal Rahmadani, stated that the ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 6:43 pm

This free MacOS app is the secret to getting more out of your local AI models

You should consider using Reins if you're a fan of using local LLMs on MacOS.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:27 pm

How to watch local news on Roku for free - no subscription or TV antenna required

The Roku Channel has hundreds of free live channels, including your local ABC, CBS, and NBC news affiliates.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:06 pm

Indonesia targets 30,000 village cooperatives to boost rural economy

The government intends the Red and White Village Cooperatives (KDMP) program to serve as a vital instrument for ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 6:00 pm

Nearly 70 percent of flood-hit districts, cities in Sumatra recovered

Home Affairs Minister Muhammad Tito Karnavian stated that post-disaster recovery in flood- and landslide-hit regions ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 5:54 pm

The best VPN extensions for Chrome in 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

These are the best VPN extensions for Chrome that will protect your privacy without disrupting your browsing experience.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 5:30 pm

Finally, I found a MagSafe power bank that's fit for traveling (and fancy dinners)

Twelve South's thin and light Power Capsule is textured in cactus leather and available in 5k or 10k mAh capacities.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 5:26 pm

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. S25 Ultra: What worries me after years with Galaxy

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra looks like another incremental upgrade. I just hope these rumored omissions aren't true.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 5:22 pm

Indonesia exports 11.5 tons of organic palm sugar to global markets

Indonesia on Thursday launched the export of 11.5 metric tons of organic palm sugar from Pacitan, East Java, to ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 4:52 pm

Indonesia races for salt self-sufficiency, courts investors

Indonesia is racing to achieve salt self-sufficiency by 2027, courting private investors to develop a national salt ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 4:45 pm

Riau, Singapore explore cooperation in the industrial sector

The Riau Provincial Government and the Consulate General of Singapore are exploring several strategic collaboration ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 4:44 pm

Indonesia eyes salt self-sufficiency by 2027 through three strategies

The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries is accelerating its efforts to achieve salt self-sufficiency by 2027 ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 4:43 pm

West Sumatra sets four measures for tourism disaster-hit sites

The West Sumatra Provincial Government outlined four steps for handling tourist destinations affected by the disaster ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 4:43 pm

Indonesia readies hospital ship for Palestine peacekeeping mission

Indonesian Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali said that his office has prepared a hospital ship and troops to be ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 4:33 pm

Ministries collaborates to strengthen tourist villages

The Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions is collaborating with the Ministry of Tourism to ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 4:16 pm

This SSD enclosure has become one of my most-used laptop accessories - here's why

The HyperDrive Next USB4 M.2 PCIe enclosure lets NVMe SSDs perform at their best, ensuring fast transfer speeds for large files.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 3:55 pm

Zero overloaded vehicle policy to start in January 2027: minister

Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono stated that the policy ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 3:53 pm

Coal output to be reduced to lift prices: Minister

Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia emphasized that coal production will continue to be cut ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 3:40 pm

Indonesia's Purbaya says no fresh talks yet on Whoosh train debt

Indonesias Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said he has not been involved in further discussions regarding ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 3:18 pm

AHY urges multifunctional infra as fighter jets land on toll road

Indonesias Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY) ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 2:44 pm

Indonesia expands genome research to tackle future diseases

The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has expressed its readiness to join the Biomedical Genome Science ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 2:28 pm

Minister ensures clean water assistance for Sumatra recovery

Transmigration Minister Muhammad Iftitah Sulaiman Suryanagara said his ministry will provide clean water facilities to ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 1:52 pm

Kirin and Immunosens Launch Joint Development of a Self-Testing Service That Uses Urinary IgA to Visualize a Persons Immune Status

-Kirin Holdings Company, Limited (Kirin Holdings) and Immunosens Co., Ltd. (Immunosens) have begun the joint ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 1:22 pm

Minister presses for safe, violence-free digital space for children

Womens Empowerment and Child Protection Minister Arifah Fauzi has called for the creation of a safe digital ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 1:19 pm

Around 90 pct of flood-hit markets in Sumatra back in operation

Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that out of 166 public markets affected by floods and landslides in Sumatra, ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 1:07 pm

WIKA Beton Achieves ESG Score of 71, Secures Global Standing in Construction Materials Industry Sector

Jakarta (ANTARA) PT Wijaya Karya Beton Tbk (WIKA Beton) has once again affirmed the company's ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 12:58 pm

Indonesia proposes unified SAR command to boost emergency response

Indonesias Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture, Pratikno, has proposed the establishment of ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 12:55 pm

Nusantara's State Mosque opens for 2026 Ramadan programs

The State Mosque of Indonesia's future capital city, Nusantara (IKN), in East Kalimantan, has been prepared to host ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 12:49 pm

Task force deployed after Smart Air pilots killed in South Papua

The Peace Cartenz Task Force has deployed personnel to the Koroway Batu area in Boven Digoel District, South Papua, to ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 12:49 pm

WhatsApp says Russia 'attempted to fully block' app

Moscow has been trying to nudge Russians to use a more tightly controlled domestic online service.

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 12:05 pm

Govt builds 454 toilets, renovates 500 schools in transmigration areas

The Ministry of Transmigration has built 454 toilets and renovated more than 500 schools in transmigration areas ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 11:37 am

One year of free health check program, a healthy start to productivity

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.The saying underscores the importance of ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 11:34 am

APF Canada calls for new Canada-Asia partnerships in 2026 CIAC

President and CEO of the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada Jeff Nankivell called for new Canada-Asia partnerships ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 10:48 am

Indonesian govt rebuilds religious facilities after Sumatra disasters

Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar confirmed ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction of disaster-affected ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 10:43 am

Elections in Bangladesh: looking towards the future | Explained

Which are the two major blocs competing in the Bangladesh elections? What is the referendum for?

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 10:11 am

Ministry probes pesticide warehouse fire polluting Cisadane River

The Ministry of Environment is investigating a fire at a warehouse owned by PT Biotek Saranatama that led to a ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 10:10 am

U.S. President Trump hails trade deal with India as historic

And under our leadership, we're becoming a massive energy exporter. In just the past few months, we've made historic trade deals with Japan, Korea, India and others to increase our coal exports dramatically, Mr. Trump said

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 9:11 am

Indonesia's economy grows 5.39%, highest among G20 countries: Minister

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto reported that Indonesia's economic growth reached ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 9:01 am

I've tested dozens of earbuds over the last year - these blow them all out of the water

The Denon PerL Pro surpassed my expectations with audiophile-grade sound right out of the box.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 8:15 am

Prabowo confirms BoP summit attendance, vows support for Palestine

President Prabowo Subianto has confirmed his attendance at the inaugural Board of Peace (BoP) summit in the United ...

Antara News 12 Feb 2026 8:14 am

Say bye to spotty Wi-Fi - 10 proven ways to fix your internet fast

I spent a weekend tweaking my home network to improve my Wi-Fi speed and connectivity. Here's what worked.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 8:00 am

I extended my AirTag's battery life to 10 years with this $15 accessory - how it works

The Elevation Lab Time Capsule fixed my biggest problem with AirTags. Now if only it weren't a tank.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 7:30 am

Bangladesh polls LIVE: Country votes in landmark election after Gen Z revolution

The contest pits two coalitions led by former allies, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami, with opinion polls giving an edge to the BNP

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 7:07 am

What is Bluetooth 6.0? How the latest standard is changing audio right before our eyes

Bluetooth 6 is gaining traction in audio, but its best features ultimately lie in new hardware.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 7:01 am

I opened a 9,000,000mAh power bank from eBay to learn the truth - here's what I saw

I often get asked about cheap power banks with hard-to-believe claims. Well, I bought one and tested it.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 7:00 am

What does an orange USB port mean? I learned the truth behind the colors, and it's wild

Those colored USB ports aren't random. Here's what they tell you.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:35 am

I replaced my iPad Air with a $350 Android tablet for a month - my verdict now

One of the best iPad replacements I've used is from an unlikely (yet quite worthy) competitor.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:35 am

Does your TV track you even through the HDMI port? Short answer: Yes

TVs often analyze what you watch to curate suggestions and serve you ads, even through HDMI-connected devices, but we've found a few ways to take back control.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:31 am

If you're looking to replace your old desktop, this Alienware laptop has all the power you need

Dell's Alienware m18 R2 is an 18-inch gaming laptop equipped with powerful hardware for high-end gaming.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:31 am

Is your Samsung TV slow? This 5-second 'cold boot' trick should fix it

My Samsung TV was lagging, but a quick cold boot cleared its memory cache, instantly making it feel fast and responsive.

ZDNet 12 Feb 2026 6:30 am