January 2, 2026

Musée d’Art Moderne Gets Historic Donation of 61 Matisse Works Featuring Daughter Marguerite

Musée d’Art Moderne in Paris received 61 Matisse artworks from the artist’s family. Most pieces show his daughter Marguerite. It’s a rare, generous donation that adds to the museum’s collection.

January 2, 2026

UAE Overhauls Civil Law: Legal Age Cut to 18, Contracts Simplified, Business Boosted

The UAE issues a major update to its Civil Transactions Law, lowering legal majority to 18 and clarifying contracts, sales, and company rules. This reform aims to simplify law and support youth, consumers, and entrepreneurs.

January 2, 2026

LPG Cylinder Blast Triggers Fire, Five Houses Gutted in Kishtwar Village

A fire started by an LPG cylinder blast destroyed five houses in Kishtwar village, Jammu and Kashmir. Two people were injured. Relief and rescue teams quickly acted to control the blaze and assist families.

January 2, 2026

California Delays Canceling 17,000 Truckers' Licenses Till March Amid Lawsuit Fight

California will delay the cancellation of 17,000 commercial driver's licenses until March. This move gives truckers more time after immigrant groups sued. The US Dept of Transportation warned about losses of $160 million over rule issues.

January 2, 2026

Businessman Khokon Chandra Das Brutally Attacked and Set Ablaze in Shariatpur, Bangladesh

Khokon Chandra Das, a businessman in Shariatpur, Bangladesh, was attacked and set on fire by miscreants. He is now under treatment in Dhaka. Police are searching for suspects.