January 19, 2026

Norway Builds 27 Km Undersea Tunnel Rogfast Deep Beneath North Sea

Norway is constructing Rogfast, a 27 km road tunnel nearly 400 metres deep under the North Sea. It aims to cut travel time, replace ferries, and boost the coastal economy by 2033.

January 19, 2026

Dubai's RTA Launches Luxury SUV Pooled Transport for Students to Cut Traffic

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has started a pilot offering luxury SUV rides for students aged 14+, replacing traditional school buses. This smart pooled transport aims to reduce traffic and costs by grouping students by neighborhood with a monthly fee of AED 1,000.

January 19, 2026

US Orders Finnish Icebreakers to Strengthen Arctic Security

The US is buying icebreakers from Finland, the world leader in icebreaker design, to boost its Arctic presence. The first ships will arrive by 2028, backed by advanced Finnish expertise.

January 19, 2026

Global Capability Centres in India Boom Post-COVID with High Salaries and Growth

India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) have surged since COVID-19, attracting global firms and paying top salaries. With over 1,800 GCCs now, they keep skilled IT workers local amid tighter global immigration.

January 19, 2026

NASA's Huge SLS Moon Rocket Moves to Launch Pad for Artemis II Mission

NASA moved its giant SLS Moon rocket and Orion capsule nearly 4 miles to the launch pad over 12 hours. The rocket will launch on Feb 6 or later for the Artemis II mission, aiming to send astronauts farther into space than ever.