January 14, 2026

Athar Khan Seeks Bail After Supreme Court Frees Five Accused in 2020 Delhi Riots Case

Athar Khan, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy, files bail plea citing Supreme Court's recent bail orders for others. His hearing is set for January 19, 2026.

January 14, 2026

At Least 32 Killed as Crane Collapses on Moving Train in Thailand

A deadly construction accident in north-eastern Thailand kills 32 and injures 66 as a crane falls on a moving train. Investigation and legal action follow.

January 14, 2026

Largest Beaver Dam in Canada Spans 775 Metres, Visible from Space

A huge beaver dam in Canada’s Wood Buffalo National Park stretches 775 metres and covers 70,000 sq m. Built over 40 years, it can even be seen from space, showing nature’s amazing power.

January 14, 2026

Oujda Sees Snowfall After 25 Years As Cold Wave Hits Morocco

Oujda, Morocco, experienced snowfall for the first time in 25 years on January 7, 2026. Around 2 cm of snow covered the city center, with nearby villages seeing even more. The cold wave surprised residents who captured the rare sight with joy and wonder.

January 14, 2026

Kuwait to End Private Schools in Residential Neighbourhoods by 2028 to Ease Traffic

Kuwait will stop private schools in residential areas by 2027-28. The move aims to reduce traffic and improve safety, says Minister Abdul Latif Al-Mishari. New school land needs traffic approval and studies. Several other urban plans also face scrutiny.

January 14, 2026

Heatwave Kills Hundreds of Flying Foxes along Australia's East Coast

A severe heatwave has killed hundreds of black and grey-headed flying foxes in New South Wales. Wildlife rescuers warn deaths may rise as temperatures soar above 40°C in coastal areas.

January 14, 2026

Konya Basin Sinking Fast While Turkey’s Plateau Rises, Scientists Reveal

The Konya Basin in Central Turkey is sinking rapidly underneath a rising plateau. New satellite and ground data link this unusual sink to deep Earth processes, not surface faults. Scientists call it a mantle lithosphere drip pulling the surface down inside the stable Anatolian Plateau.

January 14, 2026

UAE Supports US Move to Label Muslim Brotherhood Branches as Terrorist Groups

The UAE has strongly backed the US decision to name Muslim Brotherhood branches in Lebanon, Jordan, and Egypt as terrorist entities. This move aims to cut their funding and stop extremist acts. The UAE calls it a key step in global efforts to fight terrorism and boost security in the Middle East.

January 14, 2026

University Pays $200,000 Over Palak Paneer Food Smell Discrimination Case

University of Colorado Boulder settled for $200,000 after two Indian PhD students sued for discrimination over the smell of their South Asian food. The viral case dates back to 2023 and involves claims of a hostile campus environment.

January 14, 2026

Dubai’s Ramadan Souq Returns Jan 17, 2026 at Deira Grand Souq for 25 Days

Dubai is bringing back the popular Ramadan Souq at Deira’s Grand Souq from January 17 to February 15, 2026. Shoppers can enjoy traditional goods, live shows, kids' fun, and delicious food in a festive 25-day event celebrating Emirati culture.