January 13, 2026

Cold Weather and Booming Data Centres Push US Greenhouse Gas Emissions Up 2.4% in 2025

US greenhouse gas emissions rose for the first time in three years, climbing 2.4% in 2025. Cold weather increased gas heating demand, coal use surged 13%, and data centres pushed electricity needs up. Solar power grew strongly but couldn't prevent the emissions rise, say Rhodium Group analysts.

January 13, 2026

Dubai Airport Teams Up with Salik for Ticketless Parking From 2026

Dubai International Airport will introduce ticketless parking payments using Salik's e-wallet in January 2026. This new system will cover 7,400 parking spaces across all terminals, speeding up exit times and reducing paper waste.

January 13, 2026

Government Acts Against ₹3000 Crore Digital Arrest Scams; High-Level Panel Formed

India’s government sets up a strong inter-departmental committee to fight digital arrest scams that drained ₹3000 crore from victims. The move comes ahead of a Supreme Court hearing on January 13. Top officials, law enforcement, and tech firms like Google and WhatsApp join forces to halt this growing cybercrime menace.

January 13, 2026

Iran Faces Major Internet Blackout, Starlink Terminals Serve as Lifeline Amid Protests

Iran shut down most of its internet during anti-government protests. Starlink satellite terminals are helping some Iranians stay connected but carrying huge risks. Iran’s government hunts these devices fiercely, cracking down on users as part of expanding digital control.

January 13, 2026

Australian Teen Charged for Swatting Hoax Calls Triggering US Emergency Responses

A NSW teenager was charged for making fake mass shooting reports in the US, causing emergency services to respond. The AFP arrested him after seizing devices and a prohibited firearm.