February 8, 2026

China's Group Live-Streaming Revolution: Stars Earn $390,000 In A Night

Group live-streaming in China is booming with fans controlling shows via votes and virtual gifts. Top performers can earn up to $390,000 in a night. The trend is now expanding to the US, creating new entertainment and business opportunities worldwide.

February 8, 2026

45th Natyanjali Festival to Light Up Chidambaram with 400 Dance Performers in February 2026

The 45th Natyanjali festival will take place in Chidambaram from February 13 to 17, 2026. Around 400 dancers will showcase Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak and more. The Maha Shivaratri night features nonstop performances from 6 p.m. to 1:35 a.m.

February 8, 2026

Michelangelo’s Lost Foot Sketch Fetches $23 Million at Christie’s Auction

A rare Michelangelo sketch of the Libyan Sibyl’s foot sold for $23 million at Christie’s, soaring past its $1.2 million estimate. Uncovered from an inherited collection, it’s the most expensive Michelangelo drawing ever auctioned.

February 8, 2026

Giant Trump Statue Stalled Amid Crypto Drama, Payment Disputes

A huge 15-foot bronze statue of Trump, made for $360,000 by crypto entrepreneurs, sits in an Ohio studio unpaid and unbeaten about its future. Created by Alan Cottrill, the statue shows Trump after a 2024 assassination attempt. Crypto wars and money disputes keep delaying its unveiling.

February 8, 2026

Chinese Women Pay for Romantic Role-Playing Games, Raising Debate on Love's Commercialisation

In China, women are paying to play romantic scripts with male hosts in role-playing games. These games offer safe, brief escapes from real-life stress. Experts warn this trend may commercialise love and change how young people view relationships.