Manchester United fans condemned comments made by the club's co-owner, Jim Ratcliffe, regarding immigration, while in Bangladesh, the Nationalist Party secured a majority victory in the country's first election since 2024. These events occurred on February 13, 2026, alongside other developments including Ring canceling its partnership with Flock Safety and mounting pressure on tech companies to address government censorship demands.
Manchester United supporter groups and ordinary fans voiced their disapproval of Ratcliffe's remarks, according to Al Jazeera. Ratcliffe, who is an immigrant himself residing in Monaco for tax reasons, stated that the UK has been "colonized by immigrants." The backlash highlights the sensitivity surrounding immigration issues.
In Bangladesh, the Nationalist Party (BNP), led by prime ministerial candidate Tarique Rahman, won a two-thirds majority in the election, as reported by Sky News. Rahman had returned to Bangladesh in December after 17 years in self-exile in London. This victory marks a significant shift in the country's political landscape following the 2024 uprising.
Meanwhile, Amazon-owned Ring reversed its plan to integrate with Flock Safety, a controversial law-enforcement technology company, after facing pressure and criticism, The Verge reported. This decision followed a questionable Super Bowl ad.
Also on February 13, 2026, pressure mounted on tech companies to shield users from unlawful government requests, according to Ars Technica. Advocates alleged that these demands were making it harder to reliably share information about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) online. The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) filed a lawsuit accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi.
These events reflect a complex interplay of political, social, and technological issues unfolding across different regions and sectors.
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