February 5, 2026

Kuwait Cuts Government Work Hours to 4.5 Daily with Flexible Start Times in Ramadan

Kuwait sets a shorter 4.5-hour workday for government employees during Ramadan. Staff can start between 8:30 am and 10:30 am under new flexible rules by the Civil Service Commission.

February 5, 2026

Dubai Thrives as Expats Flock for Tax-Free Wealth and Luxury Homes

Dubai's booming property market draws buyers from UK, US, and Europe. With zero income tax and luxury living, expats like Aidan Doyle see incomes soar. Celebrities and billionaires invest big, fueling growth and a vibrant business scene.

February 5, 2026

Russian Captain Jailed 6 Years for Deadly North Sea Ship Collision

A Russian captain was jailed six years for manslaughter after his container ship hit an oil tanker in the North Sea, causing an explosion that killed a crew member.

February 5, 2026

Protests Halt Illegal Sand Mining in Korapuzha River, Kozhikode

Local residents and fishers in Kozhikode have protested against illegal sand mining under the pretext of dredging in the Korapuzha river. The mining work has been temporarily stopped, and a police case registered against protestors. Officials promise a meeting to resolve the issue soon.

February 5, 2026

Mysuru Records 48,000 Trees In City-Wide Census To Boost Green Cover

Mysuru's tree census has documented 48,000 trees so far, aiming to cover all 65 wards by March 31. The project will aid future urban planning and environmental policies.

February 5, 2026

Record $131m Donated to Australian Parties Before 2025 Election, Tech and Fossil Fuels Lead

Ahead of the 2025 Australian election, political parties received a record $131 million in donations. Tech firms gave over $13m, fossil fuels $10m+, with Clive Palmer donating $53m to his own party. Lobby groups, gambling, hotels, and finance also contributed large sums, while over $138 million remains undisclosed as 'dark money'.

February 5, 2026

Adani Donated $600K+ to Queensland LNP Pre-2024 Election, Delay Sparks Outrage

Adani gave over $600,000 to Queensland’s LNP before the 2024 state election but didn’t report it for a year. Critics say this exploits federal funding loopholes and hides cash from voters.

February 5, 2026

Australian Attorney General Clears Way to Overturn Wrongful Convictions of Indonesian Children

Two Indonesian boys, wrongly jailed as adult people smugglers in Australia, get a chance to clear their names. The Attorney General has allowed a fresh appeal after flawed age tests led to their convictions.

February 5, 2026

Belagavi Police Bust Fake Journalists Extorting ₹50 Lakh Using Hidden Camera

Three men in Belagavi, posing as journalists, were arrested for extorting ₹50 lakh from a woman officer after secretly filming her at home. Police recovered evidence and made the arrests swiftly.

February 5, 2026

Vizhinjam Port Hits Record 1,23,092 TEUs in January 2026, Eyes Big Expansion

Vizhinjam International Seaport set a new monthly throughput record of 1,23,092 TEUs in January 2026. The port handled 62 vessels, highest ever in a month, and climbed to 83rd worldwide. With a ₹16,000 crore expansion underway, Vizhinjam aims to become a major global transshipment hub by 2029.