Nigeria's Air Force will utilize intelligence from ongoing U.S. reconnaissance flights-conducted from Ghana bases-to guide domestic airstrikes against Islamic State affiliates like ISWAP and Lakurawa in the northwest.


Nigeria To Use U.S. Recon Data For Anti-IS Strikes

An intense cold wave grips northern India through mid-January 2026, with temperatures plunging to single digits in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, accompanied by widespread dense to very dense fog reducing visibility to zero meters during morning hours and disrupting flights, trains, and highways.

North India Shivers: Cold Wave Hits 13 States, Dense Fog Alert

A mysterious bettor turned $30,000 into $409,000 on Polymarket after wagering on the likelihood of Nicolás Maduro's capture during the January 3, 2026 U.S. Operation Absolute Resolve, which successfully seized the Venezuelan president amid global shockwaves and platform frenzy.


Maduro's Capture: Mystery Bettor Wins $400K on Maduro Capture Bet

President Trump stated that "many, many" Cuban soldiers-later confirmed as 32 military and intelligence personnel-were killed during the January 3, 2026 U.S. operation "Absolute Resolve" that captured Nicolás Maduro.

Venezuela Op Kills Dozens of Cuban Troops: Trump

Trump Sparks Controversy With Remarks On Transgender Athletes, Midterm Warning


A 14-year-old ultra-Orthodox boy, Yosef Eisenthal, was killed and three other teens injured on January 6, 2026, when a bus struck protesters blocking Jerusalem's Romema neighborhood during a massive anti-conscription rally.

Teen Killed as Bus Rams Haredi Protesters in Jerusalem

Carney Says Canadian Oil Competitive Amid Venezuela Output, Backs Greenland Sovereignty

A Taiwanese F-16 fighter jet crashed off the island's eastern coast during a training mission. An emergency search is underway as the pilot is believed to have ejected safely over the sea.

Taiwanese F-16 Fighter Jet Crashes During Training Off Eastern Coast, Pilot Missing

China's Ministry of Commerce announced on January 6, 2026, an immediate ban on exporting all dual-use items-goods with civilian and military applications- to Japanese military end-users or any purposes enhancing Japan's capabilities, prompted by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks hinting at Taiwan intervention, which Beijing deems a violation of the one-China principle.

Japan-China Tensions: China Bans Dual-Use Exports to Japan Military

President Trump reiterated Greenland as a "security priority" on January 7, 2026, directing Pentagon and State Department reviews of acquisition options including purchase offers, leases, or diplomatic pressure on Denmark, citing Russian and Chinese Arctic encroachments threatening U.S. missile defense and rare earth supplies.

U.S.-Greenland: US Weighs Greenland Buy as Defense Must-Have 

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck 68 km (42 miles) east of Baculin in the Philippines, at a depth of 10 km (6 miles) on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said. Philippine seismology agency Phivolcs said damage and aftershocks were expected from the offshore tremor. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries from the earthquake. "It was not that strong, but people rushed outside," said Joey Monato, the local police chief of the southern town of Hinatuan in Surigao del Sur province. watch the full video to know more on this!

Philippines Earthquake: Powerful 6.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Philippines, Buildings Tremble 

Trump's Speech in D.C.: Trump's January 7, 2026, Washington D.C. rally featured personal swipes at Biden's family, calling Maduro a "violent guy" behind bars, and ridiculing "free Maduro" protests as futile, blending humor with Venezuela operation boasts.

Trump's Speech in D.C.: Trump Mocks Free-Maduro Protesters in Speech

Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh escalated pre-election rhetoric on January 7, 2026, alleging interim government officials under Muhammad Yunus exhibit political bias favoring BNP alliances, demanding Election Commission neutrality ahead of the February 12 Jatiya Sangsad vote that will fill 300 general seats plus 50 reserved women's seats alongside a July Charter referendum.

Bangladesh Elections Heat Up: Jamaat Demands Fair Play

Russia-Ukraine War:  Zelenskyy, Starmer, Macron sign trilateral declaration for multinational troops if ceasefire holds, focusing on deterrence against Russia.


Russia-Ukraine War: UK-France Pact: Troops for Ukraine Post-Ceasefire

Trump stressed ties remain "stronger than ever" amid  tariff revenues, framing economic pressure as negotiation leverage while underscoring defense, tech, and Quad cooperation.


"Modi Not Happy Over Tariffs": Trump Admits Strain, Assures ‘Very Strong’ India-U.S. Ties

French farmers escalated protests across the country on January 7, 2026, erecting roadblocks with tractors at major highways and roundabouts, dumping manure at prefectures, and targeting EU offices over the controversial Mercosur trade agreement that would flood markets with cheaper South American meat and produce, threatening dairy, beef, and poultry sectors already reeling from low prices and high input costs.


French Farmers Revolt Over Mercosur Trade Deal, Block Roads in Tax, Trade Fury 

A brutal Arctic cold snap battered Europe starting January 5, 2026, blanketing swathes from France to the Balkans in snow and ice, causing five road deaths in France-three from black ice in Landes and two near Paris including a taxi plunging into the Marne River-while triggering hundreds of flight cancellations at Schiphol, school closures in Scotland, and power outages amid blizzards. 


Europe Gripped by Snow-Ice Fury: Snow Chaos Claims 5 Lives in France, Paralyzes Travel 

A recent opinion poll in Bangladesh predicts strong support for the BNP, while Jamaat-e-Islami trails as a distant second. The survey highlights shifting political dynamics and voter sentiment ahead of upcoming elections, offering insights into the nation’s evolving political landscape.


Bangladesh Opinion Poll Shows BNP Leading, Jamaat-e-Islami Lags Behind

 the American dream of homeownership is fading for millions of young people. rising home prices, high insurance costs, and a lack of affordable options are pushing millennials and gen z renters to give up entirely. in cities like San Francisco, Boston, and Denver, housing is out of reach for the average earner. Experts warn this could lock an entire generation into long-term low-wealth trajectories.


 U.S. Housing Market Locks Out Millions of Young Americans

Bangladesh Elections Heat Up: Jamaat Demands Fair Play 

Saudi Arabia will open its financial markets to all foreign investors starting February 1st, marking a major shift in investment rules. The capital markets authority has eliminated the ‘qualified foreign investor’ framework, which previously limited access to select institutions. Under the new system, investors from around the world can directly invest in Saudi capital markets, a move designed to boost inflows and improve liquidity.


Saudi Arabia Deepens Investment Reforms Beyond Oil Economy

After a strong 2025, the South African rand jumped to more than a three-year high as the momentum extended into the new year. Investors seem to be comfortable with the currency's strength and predict the rally to continue.


South African Currency Extends 2025 Gains Into the New Year

Iran’s Currency Continues to Slide to New Record Lows as Economic Pressure and Public Anger Over Rising Prices Spills Into the Streets.


Currency Shock Tests Iran's Economic Pain

Washington’s dramatic move against Venezuela has largely been framed as a bid to gain control over the country’s vast oil reserves, the largest in the world. But analysts say the crisis runs deeper than oil. Venezuela is also rich in critical minerals that are essential for modern technology and Defence industries.

Critical Minerals Add New Dimension to Venezuela Crisis

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Nigeria To Use U.S. Recon Data For Anti-IS Strikes

North India Shivers: Cold Wave Hits 13 States, Dense Fog Alert

Maduro's Capture: Mystery Bettor Wins $400K on Maduro Capture Bet

Venezuela Op Kills Dozens of Cuban Troops: Trump

Trump Sparks Controversy With Remarks On Transgender Athletes, Midterm Warning

Teen Killed as Bus Rams Haredi Protesters in Jerusalem

Carney Says Canadian Oil Competitive Amid Venezuela Output, Backs Greenland Sovereignty

Taiwanese F-16 Fighter Jet Crashes During Training Off Eastern Coast, Pilot Missing

Japan-China Tensions: China Bans Dual-Use Exports to Japan Military

U.S.-Greenland: US Weighs Greenland Buy as Defense Must-Have

Philippines Earthquake: Powerful 6.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Philippines, Buildings Tremble

Trump's Speech in D.C.: Trump Mocks Free-Maduro Protesters in Speech

Bangladesh Elections Heat Up: Jamaat Demands Fair Play

Russia-Ukraine War: UK-France Pact: Troops for Ukraine Post-Ceasefire

"Modi Not Happy Over Tariffs": Trump Admits Strain, Assures ‘Very Strong’ India-U.S. Ties

French Farmers Revolt Over Mercosur Trade Deal, Block Roads in Tax, Trade Fury

Europe Gripped by Snow-Ice Fury: Snow Chaos Claims 5 Lives in France, Paralyzes Travel

Bangladesh Opinion Poll Shows BNP Leading, Jamaat-e-Islami Lags Behind

U.S. Housing Market Locks Out Millions of Young Americans

Bangladesh Elections Heat Up: Jamaat Demands Fair Play

Saudi Arabia Deepens Investment Reforms Beyond Oil Economy

South African Currency Extends 2025 Gains Into the New Year

Currency Shock Tests Iran's Economic Pain

Critical Minerals Add New Dimension to Venezuela Crisis