Residents from York and North Yorkshire honored in King’s New Year Honours for community, healthcare, education, and public service.

Five California laws taking effect Jan. 1, 2026, strengthen pet protections by closing loopholes, banning deceptive sales, and expanding veterinary care access.

A Minnesota fraud probe linked to billions in misused funds has intensified scrutiny of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s stance against recognizing Somaliland’s independence.

ED raids in Chhattisgarh probe land compensation fraud in Bharatmala’s Raipur-Vishakhapatnam corridor.

Gujarat led India in okra production in 2024-25, yielding nearly 150,000 tonnes in Saurashtra-Kutch.

A gas explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home killed two and injured 20, sparking investigations and demands for answers.

Starting in 2026, multiple states enact new laws on tourism taxes, alcohol ID checks, insulin pricing, minimum wage hikes, and patriotic license plates.

Alberta replaced its health system with four new ministries, aiming to cut wait times and expand care, despite criticism and political turmoil.

Utah and Sioux Falls boost patrols and enforce stricter DUI laws on New Year’s Eve, with ID checks and enhanced penalties for extreme DUIs.

Over 60 gun bills, including a red flag law, have been pre-filed for Missouri’s 2026 session, splitting lawmakers over safety vs. rights.