January 5, 2026

One Year After Assad Falls: Syria Faces Cultural Shifts and Business Uncertainty

Since Assad’s fall, Syria is changing fast. Shops sell revolutionary gear, but tourists and customers have vanished. Wineries face new rules. Alcohol sales are stalled as new Islamist government sets unclear laws. Syrians enjoy freedom yet navigate new limits.

January 5, 2026

Evangeline Lilly Reveals Brain Damage After Concussion From Fall

Evangeline Lilly has disclosed she suffers brain damage after a fall caused a concussion. The Marvel star shared her brain scan results and recovery plans on Instagram.

January 5, 2026

Pallankuzhi Contest Excites Mylapore Festival Players; Chess and Sustainability Programs Announced

At the 22nd Sundaram Finance Mylapore Festival, the exciting Pallankuzhi contest drew players of all ages. Chess tournaments for kids and a fresh sustainability programme called Grow Your Food were unveiled for 2026.

January 4, 2026

CM Siddaramaiah Opens 23rd Chitra Santhe, Focuses on Art and Environment

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated the 23rd Chitra Santhe in Bengaluru, praising its role for artists across 22 states. He pledged to boost forest cover with millions of saplings and urged citizens to follow environmentalist Saalumarada Thimmakka’s example.

January 4, 2026

Online Ticket Booking for Kerala Theatre Festival Starts January 5 at ₹90

Get ready theatre lovers! Online ticket booking for the International Theatre Festival of Kerala opens at noon on January 5. Tickets cost ₹90 each and can be bought on the official website with a two-ticket limit per person.