January 5, 2026

Snow Chaos Hits UK: Hundreds of Schools Closed, Flights Cancelled Amid Amber Warnings

Strong snowstorms sweep UK, forcing over 100 schools to shut and many flights to be cancelled. Amber and yellow warnings signal heavy snow and icy roads. Travel is disrupted, especially in Scotland where rural areas risk isolation.

January 5, 2026

Eighty UK Asylum Seekers Urge UN Probe into Harsh Detention Conditions

Eighty asylum seekers detained under the UK's 'one in, one out' scheme claim poor treatment at Harmondsworth centre. They seek a UN probe into alleged abuse and mental health harm.

January 5, 2026

Indian-Americans Show High Economic Value; Far-Right Deportation Calls Unfounded

Indian-Americans use less welfare and pay more taxes than most immigrant groups. Despite this, far-right voices demand their deportation. Experts say these calls ignore facts and could hurt the US economy.

January 5, 2026

Pentagon Funds Controversial Quebec Graphite Mine Amid Local Backlash

A Canadian graphite mine in Quebec’s La Petite-Nation backed by the Pentagon faces fierce local protests over environmental worries and US military involvement. The mine will produce 100,000 tonnes of graphite for 15 years, fueling tensions between residents and investors.

January 5, 2026

11 Monkeys Found Dead in Tumakuru Forest; Suspected Food Poisoning Under Probe

Eleven monkeys, including two langurs, were found dead in Tumakuru's Devarayanadurga-Durgadahalli forest. Officials suspect food poisoning and have sent samples for lab tests.

January 5, 2026

Pregnant Sunali Khatun Gives Birth After Return From Bangladesh, TMC Calls It 'Triumph of Humanity'

Sunali Khatun, who was pushed back to Bangladesh while pregnant, gave birth to a healthy baby boy in India days after her return. TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee praised her courage.

January 5, 2026

Lorry Carrying Beer Overturns in Kozhikode, Driver Dies, Hundreds of Bottles Scatter

A lorry carrying beer from Karnataka overturned in Kozhikode after hitting a car early Monday. The driver died and over 700 beer boxes spilled on the road. Police are investigating.

January 5, 2026

Juvenile Caught Recording Videos in Women’s Washroom at Sandhya Cinema, Police Probe

A juvenile was caught recording videos inside a women’s washroom at Sandhya Cinema, Madiwala. Police detained him and are investigating with the help of witnesses and management.

January 5, 2026

Europe Shivers as Arctic Cold Hits, South Korea and Corsica Face Snow and Strong Winds

Europe starts the year with freezing temperatures and heavy snow. South Korea’s Jeju island cancels flights due to snow and wind. Corsica faces powerful winds up to 100mph disrupting daily life.

January 5, 2026

Dakshina Kannada Protests Train Extension from Kannur to Kozhikode Facing Overcrowding Concerns

Travelers in Dakshina Kannada oppose Railway Ministry's proposal to extend the Bengaluru-Kannur overnight express train further to Kozhikode. They warn this will overload the service and reduce seat availability for coastal Karnataka passengers.