Zimbabwe stunned Australia at the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup on Friday, February 13, 2026, pulling off a major upset with a 23-run victory in Colombo. The unexpected win came after Zimbabwe posted 169-2 in their 20 overs, led by Brian Bennetts's impressive 64 not out, and then restricted Australia to 146 in 19.3 overs, according to Al Jazeera.
Meanwhile, the international community is grappling with increasing geopolitical tensions. The Munich Security Conference (MSC), taking place from February 13 to 15, is drawing approximately 65 heads of state and government, along with 450 representatives from global politics, academia, and the defense industry, according to Euronews. A new report released in conjunction with the conference warns of growing pressure on the international order, fragile alliances, and intensifying geopolitical tensions.
In a related development, a senior US official urged European allies to bolster their own defenses. Elbridge Colby, the US Under Secretary of War, stated that Europe must take the lead in defending itself as the world becomes more militarized, but emphasized that the US is not abandoning its NATO allies, as reported by Sky News. He warned that the alliance must be prepared for potential enemies to strike simultaneously in different parts of the globe.
Beyond the realm of international politics and sports, individuals are seeking unique methods of self-improvement. Serbian archaeologist Vladimir Stevanovic has been practicing extreme cold exposure for 15 years, using icy lakes and snowy ridges as a form of daily meditation to slow his mind and reset his body, according to Euronews. His videos have gained thousands of followers.
The latest news bulletin from Euronews on February 13, 2026, also highlighted these and other important stories from around Europe and the world.
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