January 23, 2026

Landslides in New Zealand Kill Two, Campground Buried Under Rubble

Two deadly landslides struck New Zealand’s North Island, killing two people early Thursday. Emergency crews race to rescue survivors from rubble at a house and a crowded campground near Mount Maunganui.

January 23, 2026

Texas Faces Rare Snowstorm Alert as Panic Buying and Emergency Response Kick In

A once-in-a-lifetime snowstorm alert hits Texas, triggering panic buying. Governor Greg Abbott activates emergency resources. Weather experts warn of severe ice and dangerous cold.

January 23, 2026

Marineland Seeks Government Approval to Sell Beluga Whales to US After China Ban

Marineland, troubled Canadian park, wants to sell its beluga whales to US institutions after proposal to send them to China was denied. The park may euthanize whales if sales fail.

January 22, 2026

Tamil Nadu Plans 25-Acre Site for Tiruppur Garbage Cleanup; Waste-to-Energy Plant Possible

Tamil Nadu's government has found 25 acres in Tiruppur for solid waste management. Machines will segregate garbage soon, aiming to clear piled waste by mid-February. Waste-to-energy plant options are also explored amid local opposition to waste sites.

January 22, 2026

Hydrogen Balloon Cylinders Banned at Tiruvannamalai River Festival for Safety

Ahead of the River Festival on January 25 in Tiruvannamalai, hydrogen gas cylinders used for balloons have been banned after a fatal explosion. Authorities are gearing up with strong security and safety measures.