Seattle Seahawks secured their second Super Bowl victory on February 9, 2026, defeating the New England Patriots with a dominant 29-13 performance at Levi's Stadium, according to BBC World. The game, a defensive showdown, saw the Seahawks' defense shine, with Briton Aden Durde making history as the first overseas coach to win the prestigious title.
The Super Bowl wasn't the only major event at Levi's Stadium. During Bad Bunny's historic half-time show, which was the first where a headliner performed entirely in Spanish, a real wedding ceremony took place. Cameras captured the couple's vows, with an officiant declaring them husband and wife in Spanish, as reported by Sky News. The newlyweds were then revealed to the audience, with Lady Gaga and Los Sobrinos also present.
Meanwhile, the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is underway, with Pakistan set to face the USA in a Group A fixture in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Tuesday, February 10, at 7pm (13:30 GMT), as stated by Al Jazeera. The USA will be looking to repeat their shock victory over Pakistan from the 2024 T20 World Cup, where they won in a thrilling super over finish in Dallas, Texas.
In other news, the aviation industry continues to cater to the ultra-wealthy. Plane makers are chasing Asia's super-rich with luxurious new private jets, as detailed by BBC Business. The Singapore Airshow showcased Gulfstream's G700, which has drawn considerable interest. These aircraft can cost tens of millions of dollars.
Looking back, Al Jazeera's coverage also explored the impact of the Cold War on Latin America, specifically focusing on US-backed coups in the 1960s. Episode 1 of the series examines how military coups shattered democracies, sparking brutal dictatorships and revolutionary resistance. The episode highlights events such as the 1964 coup in Brazil and the 1973 coup in Chile, which were driven by American fears and Cold War strategies.
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