January 26, 2026

Old Alwal Community Marks Republic Day with Fire Safety Drill After Diwali Fire Incident

Mahalaxmi’s Sai Srinivasam Apartments in Old Alwal celebrated Republic Day by holding a mock fire drill. The event aimed to train residents on fire safety after a Diwali fire mishap. Fire safety experts from Aditya Fire & Safety demonstrated extinguisher use and emergency steps for the 600+ residents.

January 26, 2026

Bunnings Faces ACCC Probe Over Alleged Illegal Timber Sales

Australia’s Wilderness Society has accused Bunnings of selling unlawfully logged timber from NSW Forestry Corporation. The ACCC will investigate claims of greenwashing and misleading sourcing promises.

January 26, 2026

Queensland kills 6 dingoes after tourist death, experts warn of extinction risk

Queensland has killed six dingoes linked to the death of Piper James on K'gari. Experts warn this threatens the island's rare dingoes and may not improve human safety.

January 26, 2026

Southern Africa Floods Kill 100+, Crocodile Attacks and Disease Threaten Survivors

Floods in southern Africa have killed over 100 people and displaced hundreds of thousands. Crocodiles drifting in floodwaters have killed at least three. Aid workers warn of cholera and hunger in camps housing nearly 100,000 displaced people.

January 26, 2026

Scientists Crack the Mystery of Sliding Rocks in Death Valley's Racetrack Playa

In Death Valley, large rocks move slowly across a dry lakebed, leaving long trails. Scientists finally recorded their movement, linked to ice and wind pushing the stones.