January 3, 2026

Man Shot Dead in Melbourne’s Fitzroy, Homicide Unit Investigates

A man was shot and killed near Brunswick and King William streets in Fitzroy last night. Police are hunting suspects after a vehicle fled the scene. No arrests yet.

January 3, 2026

Worker Missing After Roof Collapse at Queensland's Curragh Coalmine; Rescue Ongoing

A roof collapse at Curragh coalmine in Queensland has left one worker missing and another injured. Rescue teams are searching underground, while emergency crews work around the clock.

January 3, 2026

BBC Settles With Israeli Family Over Filming Home After Hamas Attack

BBC has agreed to pay £28,000 to the Horenstein family after filming inside their damaged home in southern Israel following Hamas's October 2023 attack, without the family's permission.

January 3, 2026

Election Drama in Maharashtra: BJP Rebels Urged to Withdraw Amid Accusations of Bribes and Threats

On the final day to withdraw nominations for Maharashtra's January 15 civic polls, BJP rebels faced pressure from party leaders. Accusations of bribes and threats flew as many candidates withdrew. Shiv Sena and BJP candidates won unopposed in several areas, as political tensions peaked across the state.

January 3, 2026

Riyadh Season Launches 'Flying Over Saudi'—A Stunning 8K Aerial Ride Experience

Riyadh Season 2025-26 unveils Flying Over Saudi, an 8K cinematic aerial journey with motion seats, wind, mist, and scents, showcasing Saudi’s landscapes and cities without flying.

January 3, 2026

Himachal Faces ₹46,000 Crore Loss from Climate Change, 1,700 Dead in 5 Years

Himachal Pradesh is hit hard by climate change. Erratic rains, heatwaves, and disasters caused ₹46,000 crore losses and 1,700 deaths in 5 years. Glaciers retreat, water dries up, and farmers worry about apple crops.

January 3, 2026

MrBeast Tops YouTube with 458 Million Subscribers; Indian Music and Kids Channels Shine

MrBeast leads YouTube's biggest channels with 458M subscribers. Indian music and kids content like T-Series, Cocomelon, and SET India dominate top ranks as of early 2026.

January 3, 2026

Swiss Bar Fire Spread Fast Due to Sparklers Near Foam Ceiling, Killing 40

A deadly New Year's Eve fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, spread quickly after sparklers on champagne bottles touched foam padding on the ceiling. At least 40 people died and 119 were injured. Officials are investigating fire safety, ceiling materials, and exit routes to understand how the blaze grew so fast.

January 3, 2026

Pakistan’s Polio Drive Misses Over 935,000 Children in Merged Districts Amid Security Woes

Pakistan's polio campaign fell short in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s merged districts, missing over 935,000 children due to security challenges and migration. Despite vaccinating 44.6 million nationwide, officials warn that polio risks remain high in these areas.

January 3, 2026

Dubai Transforms into Sports Hub with Marathons, Polo & Motorsports This January 2026

Dubai is buzzing with top sports events in January 2026. From horse racing and cycling to polo, golf, and a 24-hour car race, the city offers nonstop action for fans and athletes alike.