January 11, 2026

Jaipur's Kathputli Nagar Keeps Ancient Puppet Art Alive with Vibrant Folk Shows

In Jaipur’s Kathputli Nagar, 250 families handcraft and perform Kathputli puppets, a traditional Rajasthani folk art. These colorful wooden dolls, celebrated for decades, tell tales of kings and heroes through lively street and stage shows.

January 11, 2026

US Families Face Huge Electricity Bills as Energy Costs Soar Amid Policy Changes

Millions of Americans are battling soaring energy bills. Utility debts rise while clean energy project cuts and AI data demands push prices up. Winter heating costs jump 9.2%.

January 11, 2026

Australia Faces Devastating Bushfires After Severe Heatwave, 350,000 Hectares Burned

Australia's southeast is battling fierce bushfires after a severe heatwave. Over 80 homes and hundreds of structures were lost, and thousands forced to evacuate. Authorities warn fires may burn for weeks amid continued emergency efforts.

January 11, 2026

Yellow Alert in Tamil Nadu: Scattered Coastal Rainfall Likely Until Monday

Tamil Nadu’s coastal regions will see scattered rain until Monday due to a rare Bay of Bengal weather system. Heavy showers may hit Chennai and nearby districts. The Regional Meteorological Centre issued a yellow alert for northern areas, signaling possible heavy rains linked to the prolonged Northeast Monsoon. Cooler weather expected too.

January 11, 2026

US Orders Citizens to Flee Venezuela After Armed Militias Hunt Americans Post-Maduro Capture

The US has asked its citizens to leave Venezuela immediately due to reports of armed militias targeting Americans following President Nicolás Maduro's capture. Roadblocks and searches have raised security concerns as some flights restart.

January 11, 2026

US-led Forces Launch Massive Strikes on ISIS Across Syria After Deadly Attack

US and allied forces launched big strikes on ISIS targets in Syria. The action came after a deadly ISIS attack killed three Americans. The operation, part of Operation Hawkeye Strike, shows strong retaliation.

January 11, 2026

Why Aluminium Foil Startles Cats but Fails as a Long-Term Deterrent

Cats often jump back from aluminium foil due to its noise and feel. But vets say this fear is short-lived. Foil tricks cats briefly but is not a lasting way to stop them from jumping on tables.

January 11, 2026

Musang King Durian Fuels $7bn China Import Boom, Boosts Malaysian Town Raub

China’s appetite for Musang King durian has soared to $7 billion in imports this year. Malaysia’s Raub town thrives, with local farmers turning fortunes around. The ‘Hermès of durians’ is now a symbol of luxury and booming trade.

January 11, 2026

Dozens Arrested, One Officer Injured in Minneapolis Protests Over ICE Shooting

At least 29 people were arrested and one police officer injured during Minneapolis protests following the shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent. Over 1,000 people joined the demonstrations, with police declaring an unlawful assembly as some protesters threw ice and rocks.

January 11, 2026

US Hits Islamic State Targets in Syria with Massive Air Strikes

The US and allies launched heavy air attacks on Islamic State targets in Syria after deadly IS attacks on US forces. Over 90 precision strikes hit 35+ targets in Operation Hawkeye Strike.