German Chancellor Merz visits India Jan. 12–13 for talks on trade, tech, defense, and green energy.

Former Police members sue Sting for $2M in streaming royalties, citing old contract terms.

Amal Clooney made her first Golden Globes appearance since 2015, attending with husband George, a four-time winner and Best Actor nominee, at the 2026 ceremony.

Teacher Enoch Burke, jailed for trespassing, released to challenge dismissal over student's name change, but barred from school grounds.

Russia's hypersonic missile strike near Poland’s border triggers global alarm and emergency UN response.

Nine newborns died at a Russian maternity hospital; investigation underway over suspected negligence.

Dutch commentator Eva Vlaardingerbroek barred from UK over critical tweet, no appeal allowed.

Swiss author Erich von Däniken, known for his alien theory, died at 90 on January 11, 2026.

German Chancellor Merz says Iran's regime is nearing collapse amid protests and nearly 2,000 deaths.

A January 2026 cold wave hit northern and central Europe, with Finland's Kittilä Airport recording -37°C, grounding flights and stranding tourists.