Flights from Aden International Airport in Yemen were halted amid escalating tensions between the Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists and the Saudi Arabia-backed internationally recognised government. Conflicting claims emerged over whether Saudi authorities required Aden–UAE flights to undergo inspections in Jeddah.

Flights Suspended at Aden Airport as Yemen Tensions Rise Between STC and Saudi-Backed Govt

Following years of financial struggles, iRobot – the brand behind the first commercially successful robot vacuum, Roomba – has been taken over by Chinese contract manufacturing company Picea.

iRobot CEO Reassures Roomba Owners That Their Data is 'Protected and Staying in the US 

A Hindu businessman has been brutally attacked, hacked and set on fire by miscreants in Bangladesh, police said on Thursday (January 1, 2026).

Bangladesh: Hindu Businessman Attacked, Set on Fire in Bangladesh

India's First Bullet Train Set for August 15, 2027 Launch! Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces historic Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (508 km) will begin operations on Independence Day 2027. Phased rollout: Surat-Bilimora first, then Vapi-Surat, Vapi-Ahmedabad, Thane-Ahmedabad, and final Mumbai-Ahmedabad stretch. Cutting travel time dramatically with world-class standards!

India: Ashwini Vaishnaw Confirms India’s FIRST Bullet Train Launch Date, Reveals Full Rollout Plan

With its deadline looming, Nepal’s Gen Z protest probe has yet to question prime minister KP Oli and home minister  Ramesh Lekhak. The commission now says summons are coming, as families demand accountability for 76 deaths and police defend their actions.

Nepal Gen Z Protest Probe Panel Says Will Summon KP Oli

Russia claimed on Thursday that at least 24 people were killed and 50 injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on a cafe and hotel in the Moscow-controlled part of the coastal Kherson region.

"Late tonight, the opponent carried out a deliberate drone strike on a place where civilians were celebrating the New Year," said Vladimir Saldo, the Russia-appointed head of the region.

Ukraine Claims Russia Fired Over 200 Drones: Moscow Calls It A 'Terrorist Attack' 

Protests in Iran have entered the sixth day, and tensions are rising. Crowds continue to swell, louder and more defiant. The violence has now claimed lives, including a 21-year-old from the Basij, a paramilitary force tied to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. Will the Iranian government manage to quell these protests? Or is this the start of something more? 

Iran's Cost-Of-Living Crisis Deepens: Unrest Spills Into The New Year

On New Year's Eve 2026, disaster struck the upscale ski resort of Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps, as an explosion and subsequent fire ravaged the popular bar, Le Constellation. With a death toll of over 40, including many young revelers, and 115 others injured, the tragedy has left Switzerland and the world in shock. We also hear from witnesses and survivors who describe the harrowing scenes at the scene. Stay tuned for all the latest updates on the tragedy.


40 Dead, Over 100 Injured In Swiss Alps Bar Fire | Tragedy 'Unprecedented'

Ukraine Claims Russia Fired Over 200 Drones 

In 2025, equity investors enjoyed blockbuster returns across markets. Among other asset classes, US Treasuries posted their strongest year of returns since 2020. On the bright side, investor sentiment was primed by federal reserve rate cuts and the vast economic potential of Artificial Intelligence. 

Global Markets Health Check for 2025 

While Tariffs Dominated Headlines in 2025, Reversals Could Be the Theme in 2026. President Donald Trump Has Postponed Planned Tariff Hikes on Imported Furniture for a Year, Keeping Rates for Upholstered Furniture, Kitchen Cabinets, and Vanities at 25 Percent. At the Same Time, the Administration Sharply Reduced Planned Anti-dumping Duties on Italian Pasta, According to Italy’s Foreign Minister.


Trump Delays Furniture Tariffs, Cuts Pasta Duties

1st of january marked warren buffett’s final day as the chief executive of berkshire hathaway, closing an era that reshaped modern investing. Over the last five decades or so, buffett built berkshire into one of the world’s most valuable companies. His investments have been guided by a philosophy centred on patience, productive assets and long-term value creation. As investors reflect on his legacy, one of his most debated views is his skepticism toward gold.

The 1% Club: Should Gold Be a Top Bet in Your Portfolio? 

The Kerala government is facing mounting criticism over the ongoing Sabarimala temple row. Controversy continues as authorities grapple with protests and legal challenges surrounding access and traditions at the famed pilgrimage site

Sabarimala Temple Row: Kerala Government Faces Heat

 India’s real-time payments platform UPI scaled fresh highs in 2025, posting record transactions both in volume and value.


India's UPI Adoption Expands Beyond Metros in 2025

Flash Floods After Heavy Rains Kill 17 Across Afghanistan

Switzerland Mourns Deadly New Year Bar Fire in Crans-Montana

A Hindu businessman in Bangladesh was attacked by a mob while returning home, marking another instance of religiously motivated violence in the country. Local authorities have confirmed the incident and are investigating the attackers. The victim sustained injuries and has received medical treatment. The attack has sparked outrage among community members and human rights groups, who are calling for stronger protection for minority communities. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety and religious intolerance in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh: Hindu Businessman Attacked | Officials Send Das To Dhaka For Treatment

More Chinese travellers are pivoting from mass-market sightseeing to bespoke adventures to ring in the new year, fuelling a surge in demand for pet-friendly itineraries and winter excursions as service consumption defies a broader economic gloom.

China’s Service Sector Shines as Holidaymakers Embrace Pet Travel and Bespoke Adventures

OpenAI has announced a team restructuring to accelerate the development and improvement of its audio models. The move aims to enhance AI capabilities in speech recognition, audio generation, and voice applications.

Open AI Restructures Teams to Revamp Audio Models

40 Dead, Over 100 Injured In Swiss Alps Bar Fire | Tragedy 'Unprecedented' 

Kherson Governor Under Russian Appointment Calls Attack Deliberate

A historic 150-year-old Vondelkerk Church, in Amsterdam was engulfed in flames on New Year’s Day, shocking the local community. Firefighters rushed to the scene, but the blaze quickly spread through the centuries-old structure. Authorities are investigating the cause, though no official statement has yet been released. The fire has raised concerns about the preservation of heritage buildings and safety during public celebrations.

Vondelkerk Fire in Amsterdam: Monumental Church Ravaged on New Year’s Day 

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Flights Suspended at Aden Airport as Yemen Tensions Rise Between STC and Saudi-Backed Govt

iRobot CEO Reassures Roomba Owners That Their Data is 'Protected and Staying in the US

Bangladesh: Hindu Businessman Attacked, Set on Fire in Bangladesh

India: Ashwini Vaishnaw Confirms India’s FIRST Bullet Train Launch Date, Reveals Full Rollout Plan

Nepal Gen Z Protest Probe Panel Says Will Summon KP Oli

Ukraine Claims Russia Fired Over 200 Drones: Moscow Calls It A 'Terrorist Attack'

Iran's Cost-Of-Living Crisis Deepens: Unrest Spills Into The New Year

40 Dead, Over 100 Injured In Swiss Alps Bar Fire | Tragedy 'Unprecedented'

Ukraine Claims Russia Fired Over 200 Drones

Global Markets Health Check for 2025

Trump Delays Furniture Tariffs, Cuts Pasta Duties

The 1% Club: Should Gold Be a Top Bet in Your Portfolio?

Sabarimala Temple Row: Kerala Government Faces Heat

India's UPI Adoption Expands Beyond Metros in 2025

Flash Floods After Heavy Rains Kill 17 Across Afghanistan

Switzerland Mourns Deadly New Year Bar Fire in Crans-Montana

Bangladesh: Hindu Businessman Attacked | Officials Send Das To Dhaka For Treatment

China’s Service Sector Shines as Holidaymakers Embrace Pet Travel and Bespoke Adventures

Iran's Cost-Of-Living Crisis Deepens: Unrest Spills Into The New Year

Open AI Restructures Teams to Revamp Audio Models

India: Ashwini Vaishnaw Confirms India’s FIRST Bullet Train Launch Date, Reveals Full Rollout Plan

40 Dead, Over 100 Injured In Swiss Alps Bar Fire | Tragedy 'Unprecedented'

Kherson Governor Under Russian Appointment Calls Attack Deliberate

Vondelkerk Fire in Amsterdam: Monumental Church Ravaged on New Year’s Day