The Federal Aviation Administration says seven people were killed and a crew member survived with serious injuries when a private business jet crashed in a snowstorm at Maine's Bangor International Airport.

US Storm: Jet Trying to Take Off in Snowstorm in Maine Crashes, 7 Killed 

France has blocked a coalition push to let Ukraine use €90B EU loans for British Storm Shadow missiles, insisting funds support EU makers first—despite Kyiv needing €24B in non-EU gear like Patriots amid deadly Russian barrages.

Russia-Ukraine War: Six Dead in Russian Strike; France Halts Missile Flow 

Civil rights attorneys filed a federal lawsuit against the United States government on Tuesday on behalf of the families of two men from a small fishing village in Trinidad who were killed in a US military airstrike on a small boat in the Caribbean Sea on 14 October.

Families of Two Men Killed in Trump’s Military Boat Strikes Sue US Government

Marking six decades, Pernik's Surva International Festival of Masquerade Games opens with 13,000 survakari from Bulgaria and abroad, featuring two weekends of parades (Jan 17-18, 24-25) under UNESCO patronage.


Bulgaria: Pernik Hosts Europe's Biggest Winter Masquerade 

A federal judge in Minnesota has summoned ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons for emergency hearing, threatening contempt charges over deadly operations sparking widespread anti-ICE backlash during Trump's deportation surge.

Anti-ICE Fury Mounts: Federal Judge Warns Lyons of Contempt

Taiwan conducts large-scale military drills across land, air, and sea as tensions with China continue to rise. 

Taiwan Runs Land, Water & Air Drills as Pressure from China Builds

The United States has deployed the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and supporting warships to Middle Eastern waters amid tensions with Iran following its crackdown on anti-government demonstrations. Tensions between Washington and Tehran remain high following Iran's crackdown on protestors. 

US-Iran Tensions: USS Abraham Enters West Asia Amid Iran Tensions

President Trump has announced deployment of a second U.S. naval "armada" toward Iran, escalating military posturing in the Middle East.



Trump: New U.S. Armada Heads to Iran

President Trump, facing fury over two protester deaths in ICE operations, vows to 'de-escalate a little bit' in Minnesota-sending border czar Tom Homan to coordinate locally without halting deportations.


Trump: 'De-Escalate a Little Bit' in Minnesota

Russia intensifies attacks as winter sets in, 
power grids fail and frontlines shift. 
With Europe divided over weapons and funding, 
Ukraine faces mounting pressure at its most vulnerable moment.

Ukraine Abandoned by Europe, Alone Against Russia, No Patriots, No Storm Shadow Missiles

Bangladesh has scrapped plans for an Indian economic zone and announced a defence park on the same land. The decision marks a shift in Bangladesh’s industrial and defence priorities, raising questions about regional economic cooperation and India-Bangladesh trade relations.

Bangladesh Scraps India-Linked Economic Zone, Eyes Defence Park

The remains of the last Israeli hostage have been returned to Israel, marking the conclusion of a tense hostage crisis. U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated the teams involved, calling them 'champions' for their efforts in bringing the hostages back safely. This development brings relief to families and concludes months of uncertainty.

Israel Receives Remains of Last Hostage, Trump Congratulates Rescue Team

A powerful winter storm has blanketed large parts of the United States, dumping heavy snow and disrupting daily life. In Boston, snow-covered streets turned into makeshift ski slopes, while New Yorkers took advantage of the whiteout conditions to enjoy snowball fights and winter scenes as the storm swept across the region.


Powerful Storm Blankets US As Boston Streets Turn Ski Slopes, New Yorkers Revel In Snow | WION

The government of South Sudan has ordered mass evacuations in Jonglei state, directing civilians to immediately leave Nyirol, Uror and Akobo counties. Authorities announced the launch of Operation Enduring Peace, citing security concerns, as humanitarian agencies warn of fresh displacement in the conflict-prone region.


South Sudan Orders Mass Evacuations In Jonglei Amid Security Operation | WION

In Nepal’s upcoming elections, LGBTQ candidates are running for office in a historic move that highlights growing political inclusion in the predominantly conservative nation. 


Nepal Elections: LGBTQ Candidates In The Fray | WION

The Madras High Court has set aside a single judge’s order directing certification of the film Jana Nayagan, intensifying the legal battle over its release. 


Legal Battle Over ‘Jana Nayagan’: Madras HC Sets Aside Order To Certify Film | WION

Mumbai’s worsening air pollution has drawn judicial scrutiny, with courts pulling up civic bodies including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation and Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation over failure to curb pollution levels. The court has sought accountability as air quality continues to deteriorate across the Mumbai metropolitan region.


Mumbai Air Pollution: BMC, NMMC Face Judicial Heat Over Rising Smog | WION Climate Tracker

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the India-EU partnership while addressing the inauguration of India Energy Week 2026 in Goa. The event brings together global energy leaders, policymakers and industry experts to discuss energy security, clean transition, investment and cooperation amid shifting global energy dynamics.


PM Modi hails India-EU deal at India Energy Week | India Energy week 2026 kicks off in Goa | WION

A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has left at least 29 people dead, authorities say, as the system moves offshore after days of heavy snow, ice and freezing temperatures. The storm disrupted travel, knocked out power to thousands and prompted emergency warnings across several states as officials assess damage and recovery efforts.


Winter Storm Sweeps US, Death Toll Rises To 29 As System Moves Offshore | WION Climate Tracker

In Hong Kong, prosecutors have played recordings of decades-old pro-democracy speeches in the national security trial of prominent activists, a move critics say reflects the shrinking space for free expression under Beijing-imposed laws. 


Hong Kong Uses Decades-Old Speeches To Try Democracy Activists Under Security Law | WION

A controversy has erupted over Congress leader Rahul Gandhi being seated in the third row during the Republic Day parade. The Congress party’s general secretary has questioned whether the seating arrangement for the Leader of the Opposition meets established standards of decorum, tradition and protocol at a national event of such significance.


Republic Day 2026: Republic Day Row 3 Seat For Rahul Gandhi Sparks Protocol Row | WION

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned that Europe cannot defend itself without the United States, amid growing transatlantic unease over President Donald Trump’s ambitions regarding Greenland. Speaking to members of the European Parliament in Brussels, Rutte said any belief that Europe could ensure its own security without US support was unrealistic, stressing that NATO allies “need each other” as concerns grow over the future of US–Europe relations.


Europe: NATO Chief Warns Europe ‘Can’t Defend Itself’ Without US Amid Greenland Tensions

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit India in early March to deepen economic ties and sign strategic trade and energy agreements as Ottawa seeks to diversify its trade beyond the United States amid growing tariff pressure from Washington. The planned trip underlines Canada’s shift towards new markets and cooperation with India.


Canada’s PM Carney Likely To Visit India In March As Trade Diversification Grows | WION

Chinese state-linked hackers targeted mobile phones used inside Downing Street, including those belonging to close aides of British prime ministers, according to UK media reports. The alleged cyber-espionage operation has raised fresh concerns over national security, government communications and the scale of foreign cyber threats facing Britain.


UK: Chinese Hackers Targeted Downing Street Phones, PM’s Close Aides Hit

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