January 4, 2026

Queensland Coal Miner Dies in Roof Collapse at Curragh Mine; Another Killed in Rockfall

A coalmine worker died after being trapped in a roof collapse at Curragh mine, Queensland. Another miner died in a separate rockfall incident nearby. Mines Minister calls for full investigations.

January 3, 2026

Swiss Police Investigate Fatal New Year’s Bar Fire in Crans-Montana

Swiss police have launched a criminal probe into the managers of Le Constellation Bar after a deadly New Year’s fire killed 40 and injured 119. The owners face charges including manslaughter. The blaze may have started from sparklers near the ceiling in the packed bar.

January 3, 2026

Iowa State University Team Visits Kollengode to Boost Agri-Tech and Tourism

A 14-member US team from Iowa State University recently toured Kollengode's farms. They studied local farming and suggested tech upgrades for agri-tourism and safer pesticides. The visit was hosted by Kollengode Agro Film City.

January 3, 2026

Arson Leaves 35,000 Berlin Homes in Darkness Amid Freezing Cold

A suspected arson attack has cut power to tens of thousands of homes in Berlin. Repairs will take days amid freezing temperatures and snowy conditions.

January 3, 2026

Sindhudurg Airport Gets DGCA Nod for 24x7 All-Weather Operations

Sindhudurg Airport in Maharashtra now operates round-the-clock with DGCA approval for safe flights even in bad weather. This boost will help tourism and local travel.