February 11, 2026

1769 Poem on St. Thomas’s Mount Sheds Light on Colonial Madras Life

A rare poem from 1769, by Eyles Irwin, beautifully describes St. Thomas’s Mount and colonial Madras. The work captures nature, legends, and social life from that era.

February 11, 2026

Hollywood Stars Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito, Christopher Lloyd Headline Hong Kong Comic Con 2026

Hong Kong hosts its first Comic Con from May 29-31, 2026, featuring Hollywood stars Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito, and Christopher Lloyd. Fans can enjoy meet-and-greets, autograph sessions, cosplay, and exciting pop culture events.

February 11, 2026

Wajid Ali Shah Came to Calcutta Voluntarily to Petition British, Not Exiled: New Biography

Wajid Ali Shah, last king of Awadh, chose to come to Calcutta to reach London with a petition against the British. His great-great-granddaughter’s new biography reveals fresh facts, including his bold love letters and secular views.

February 11, 2026

YouTube Music Limits Lyrics for Free Users, Prompts Push to Premium

YouTube Music now offers lyrics free for only five songs. After that, lyrics blur and users must pay $10.99/month for Premium. Many listeners are unhappy with this new rule.

February 11, 2026

Trump's Cheeky Dance with Statue of Liberty to Headline German Carnival

At the Mainz carnival in Germany, a bold Trump figure dances with the Statue of Liberty in no trousers, sticking out his tongue. Alongside, floats feature Chancellor Friedrich Merz sinking in a boat and Markus Soeder atop sausages. These satirical figures will star on Rosenmontag, the carnival's highlight.