Scotland holds emergency coordination meeting Jan. 10, 2026, to prepare for severe weather with no reported incidents.

Victoria’s 2025 Airbnb levy slowed short-stay rentals, raising concerns over housing revenue and tourism.

Trinamool's Abhishek Banerjee's visit to a Matua spiritual site triggered BJP backlash, highlighting the community's pivotal role in West Bengal's 2026 elections.

A nonprofit plans a 60-unit rental building in Penticton for middle-income residents, with 20% below-market units, pending council approval on Jan. 20, 2026.

Zambian opposition parties face internal strife, weakening their 2026 election prospects.

U.S. urges talks between Syrian government and Kurds to end clashes and stabilize region.

Himachal Pradesh will replace 1,000 petrol taxis with electric ones, offer subsidies, and launch 390 rural bus routes to boost green transport and jobs.

HYDRAA removed illegal encroachments from 15 acres in Hyderabad, reclaiming land worth ₹3,000 crore on January 10, 2026.

Dhaka, Bangladesh, ranks last among 173 global cities in liveability due to poor infrastructure, pollution, and weak governance.

Congress restores science funding, reversing Trump-era cuts, in bipartisan deal to avert shutdown.