India Proposes Smartphone Source Code Sharing for Security
India’s new security plan would require smartphone makers to share source code, alert gov to updates, and boost data protection in 2026.
HK High-Speed Rail Expands: 16 New Mainland Stops from Jan 26
Hong Kong’s high-speed rail will link to 16 more mainland cities, boosting direct connections to 110 destinations from West Kowloon starting Jan 26.
Harbin Ice & Snow World: A Tech-Infused Winter Wonderland
Harbin’s latest Ice & Snow World, opened Dec 2025, blends tech and culture with ice slides, a Ferris wheel and art shows, drawing crowds to this winter wonderland.
China’s Tianma-1000 Drone Completes Maiden Flight
China’s Tianma-1000 unmanned cargo drone completed its maiden flight on January 11, showcasing high-altitude adaptability, ultra-short takeoff & landing, modular cargo swap, smart AI navigation.
Cuba Defends Sovereignty, Demands Maduro’s Release
Cuban leaders push back on President Trump’s threat to cut oil supplies, vowing to defend national sovereignty and demanding the release of detained Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
South Africa’s Western Cape Wildfires: Buildings Damaged, Thousands Displaced
South Africa’s Western Cape is battling wildfires that have damaged buildings and displaced thousands. As of Jan 11, 2026, some blazes remain out of control while others have been extinguished.
DPRK Warns Japan’s Neo-Militarism Could Bring Total Destruction
DPRK’s KCNA warns that Japan’s neo-militarism—constitutional revision and military build-up—could lead to total destruction and threaten regional peace in 2026.
Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodriguez Urges Unity After US Strikes
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez urges trust and national unity after US strikes, as Venezuela starts talks on oil sales and restoring US diplomatic ties.
Fed Chair Powell Under Investigation Over HQ Renovations
Fed Chair Powell is under a DOJ probe over a multi-billion HQ renovation, sparking debate over political pressure vs. economic independence.
2 injured as truck plows into Iran solidarity protest in LA
On Jan 11, 2026, a U-Haul truck drove into a crowd of Iran solidarity protesters in LA’s Westwood, injuring two amid global unrest.