February 5, 2026

Zealandia: Earth's Hidden Continent Beneath the Pacific Ocean

Scientists reveal Zealandia, a vast hidden continent under the Pacific, mostly below sea level near New Zealand. This discovery changes how we understand Earth's landmasses and continental borders.

February 5, 2026

Abu Dhabi Launches Bold Marine Program to Rebuild Fish Populations by 2030

Abu Dhabi starts a new program named 'Hamdan bin Zayed: The World’s Richest Seas' to grow fish populations and protect marine life. The plan sets a goal for top global fish density by 2030 using science, technology, and habitat restoration.

February 5, 2026

Kerala Assembly Passes Budget Amid UDF Protests over Sabarimala Gold Theft

Kerala Assembly adjourned early as UDF protests continue on Sabarimala gold theft case. Budget session passed with demand to repeal new rural job scheme and restore MGNREGS.

February 5, 2026

Suspect Identified in Disappearance of 4-Year-Old Gus Lamont in South Australian Outback

Police have named a suspect in the mysterious case of Gus Lamont, the four-year-old boy who vanished near Yunta, South Australia. Despite intense searches covering 470 sq km, the boy remains missing. Authorities insist parents are not suspects and vow to continue the thorough investigation.

February 5, 2026

UAE Cuts Working Hours for Ramadan 2026 in Private and Government Sectors

UAE will reduce work hours during Ramadan 2026 starting around February 18. Private sector hours cut by two hours daily. Government offices work 9 am-2:30 pm Mon-Thu, shorter Fridays. These rules are law and ensure workers balance fasting, prayer, and family time.

February 5, 2026

Fire Destroys Over 1000 Homes in Bongao, Thousands Homeless

A massive fire hit Bongao city in the southern Philippines, destroying more than 1,000 homes and leaving 5,000 people homeless. Strong winds and flammable houses spread the blaze. Relief efforts are underway as officials investigate the cause.

February 5, 2026

Kerala Police Nab Pick-Up Van Carrying 100+ Boxes of Explosives Near Palakkad

Police in Kerala seized a pick-up van carrying more than 100 boxes of gelatin sticks and 20 boxes of detonators hidden under watermelons near Palakkad. The driver, caught fleeing, said the explosives were from Coimbatore and meant for a quarry in Thrissur.

February 5, 2026

Parliament Continues Motion of Thanks Debate Amid Disruptions in Budget Session 2026

Both Houses of Parliament are discussing the Motion of Thanks to the President's Address. Lok Sabha faced disruptions, delaying PM Modi's reply. The Budget Session runs till April 2 with a break mid-February.

February 5, 2026

Saudi Arabia Launches Camel Passport to Track and Regulate Camels Nationwide

Saudi Arabia introduces the Camel Passport, a new system giving each camel an official ID with health and ownership details. This move boosts market trust, improves breeding, and supports the livestock sector’s growth.

February 5, 2026

South Africa’s Mponeng: The World’s Deepest, Hottest Gold Mine

The Mponeng Gold Mine in South Africa plunges 4 km underground, twice as deep as the Grand Canyon. Around 4,000 miners work amid 140°F heat cooled by ice pumps. It produced nearly 200,000 ounces of gold in 2022 and may operate until 2029.