February 5, 2026

Dubai's City Terminal Project Lets You Check In for Flights Across the City

Dubai rolls out the City Terminal Project, letting travellers complete check-in in city hubs before heading straight to the airport. This move cuts queues and stress at Dubai International Airport.

February 5, 2026

Solar Activity Spurs Auroras Near Poles from February 5 to 7

Solar activity remains elevated due to a persistent sunspot. This keeps auroras visible near the poles, especially in Alaska, Canada, Greenland, and Scandinavia from February 5 to 7. Weather conditions will decide how bright and widespread the light shows get.

February 5, 2026

Kuwait Bans Mosque Donations, Sets Strict Rules for Ramadan 2026 Charity Collections

Kuwait’s Ministry of Social Affairs has announced tough rules for Ramadan 2026 donations. No collections in mosques or public places. Cash donations banned. All collections must be approved and recorded carefully. New aid support added for single Kuwaiti women 30+ with deceased fathers.

February 5, 2026

Kremlin Won't Confirm Macron's Top Diplomat Met Russian Officials in Moscow

The Kremlin declined to confirm reports that Emmanuel Macron's chief diplomat Emmanuel Bonne visited Moscow recently for secret talks on Ukraine. French reports said Bonne met Russian advisers amid delicate peace efforts. Moscow called media leaks frequent but gave no clear reply on the meeting.

February 5, 2026

Shimjitha Musthafa Released for Further Probe in U. Deepak’s Unnatural Death Case

Shimjitha Musthafa was released from custody on February 5 for collecting more evidence in the unnatural death case of U. Deepak. Police will soon take her to Kannur to probe further on her bus journey to Payyannur.

February 5, 2026

Giant Phantom Jellyfish Spotted Deep Off Argentina Coast

Scientists filmed a rare giant phantom jellyfish 250 meters underwater near Argentina. The creature has arms up to 10 meters long. The team also found 28 possible new sea species.

February 5, 2026

Elephant Manu Tramples Mahout Vishnu to Death at Kerala Rehab Centre

A tragic elephant attack claims young mahout Vishnu’s life at Kerala’s Kottoor rehab centre. The 25-year-old was crushed during a morning bath by elephant Manu.

February 5, 2026

Man Charged with Terrorism for Throwing Homemade Bomb at Australia Day Protest in Perth

A 31-year-old man faced terrorism charges after throwing a homemade bomb filled with ball bearings at a crowd protesting Australia Day in Perth. The device did not explode, but authorities warn it could have caused mass casualties. This is the first terrorism charge in Western Australia.

February 5, 2026

Australia’s Capital Gains Tax Discount to Cost $247bn Over Next Decade

Australia’s 50% capital gains tax discount will cost the budget $247bn in 10 years. Top earners gain most. Greens push Labor to reform tax and help first home buyers.

February 5, 2026

Abu Dhabi Makes Nutri-Mark Nutrition Labels Mandatory From June 2025

Abu Dhabi unveils Nutri-Mark, a simple A to E nutrition label on food packages. From June 2025, key food items must display these grades. The system helps shoppers choose healthier options and pushes brands to improve recipes.