Iranian FM Fires Back at Trump Threat Amid Rial-Fueled Protests
Iran’s FM vows to repel interference after Trump’s warning over protests sparked by the rial’s collapse amid economic pain.
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Over 1M Gaza residents still need shelter as winter bites, UN warns
UN warns over 1 million Gaza residents lack proper shelter amid winter, with tents, tarps and waste management challenges highlighting urgent needs.
Swiss New Year’s Blaze Likely Caused by Sparkler Candles
Sparkler candles likely sparked a deadly New Year’s Eve fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana ski resort, killing 40 and injuring 119, many sent to European burn units.
16-Storey Building Collapse in Nairobi’s South C Traps Workers
A 16-storey building under construction collapsed in Nairobi’s South C, leaving four feared trapped as rescue teams battle time and risky neighboring structures.
Starlink to Lower 4,400 Satellites for Safer Orbit in 2026
SpaceX’s Starlink is lowering about 4,400 satellites from ~550 km to ~480 km in 2026 to speed deorbit, cut collision risks, and keep low Earth orbit cleaner.
Khartoum Launches Youth Sports Festival on Sudan’s 70th Independence 🎉
Khartoum hosted a nationwide Youth Sports Festival on Jan 1, 2026, celebrating Sudan’s 70th independence and marking the first large-scale event since conflict began in April 2023.
S. Korea Court Extends Arrest Warrant for Ex-President Yoon
A South Korean court on Jan 2, 2026 issued an additional arrest warrant for former President Yoon Suk-yeol, extending his detention by six months amid ongoing legal probes.
Saudi-Backed Yemeni Govt Launches Operation in Hadramout Against STC
The Saudi-backed Yemeni government launched a military operation in the oil-rich Hadramout province to restore state authority and secure key facilities after dialogue with the STC failed.
Man City Stalled by Sunderland as Arsenal Go Four Points Clear
Man City were held 0–0 at Sunderland, leaving Arsenal four points clear at the midseason mark of the 2025–26 Premier League. Liverpool, Tottenham, and Fulham also drew.
Denmark’s PM Calls Out ‘Closest Ally’ Over Greenland Tensions
In her Jan 1, 2026 New Year address, Danish PM Mette Frederiksen admonished her “closest ally” for treating Greenland like a buyable territory, highlighting sovereignty and Arctic geopolitics.