February 9, 2026

70+ Artistes Light Up Marina Blue Flag Beach With Folk and Fusion Performances

More than 70 artistes showcased vibrant cultural performances at Chennai's Marina Blue Flag beach on Sunday evening. The three-hour event included dance, music, and folk games, attracting many visitors.

February 8, 2026

Memes Fuel China's Soft Power Shift on Western Social Media

Memes showing Chinese culture like drinking hot water and wearing red are trending worldwide. People say, “You met me at a very Chinese time in my life.” Experts wonder if Beijing will truly gain from this online buzz.

February 8, 2026

Washington Post Lays Off 300+ Journalists; GoFundMe Raises $500K to Help

Over 300 Washington Post journalists were laid off, sparking a huge GoFundMe campaign led by staff that raised more than $500,000 to help with costs. The layoffs hit a third of the newsroom, including the entire sports desk. Public and online reactions target owner Jeff Bezos for the cuts.

February 8, 2026

China’s Micro Drama Industry Creates 690,000 Jobs, Easing Youth Unemployment

China’s micro drama sector is booming, creating nearly 700,000 jobs by 2025. These short, thrilling series attract huge audiences and offer fresh career opportunities to young people facing tough job markets.

February 8, 2026

Bad Bunny to Headline Historic Spanish Super Bowl Halftime Show Amid Immigration Debate

Bad Bunny will perform a mostly Spanish halftime show at the Super Bowl, marking a bold celebration of Latino culture during a tense immigration climate. The Puerto Rican star won three Grammys recently and plans a vibrant, political performance on the NFL's biggest stage.