EU reacts swiftly after the tragic fire in the bar during the New Year’s celebrations at the ski resort Crans-Montana, the Swiss canton Valais. In response to Switzerland´s request for emergency assistance through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, efforts are underway to evacuate severely injured patients for specialised treatment. To that end, experts, known as […]
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UN Issues Sharp Warning as Israel Advances “Palestinian-Only” Death Penalty Bill The United Nations’ highest human rights authority has issued an urgent directive to Israeli lawmakers, calling for the immediate abandonment of a legislative proposal that would introduce mandatory death sentences for Palestinians. On January 2, 2026, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk […]
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The landscape of British retail sustainability reached a pivotal milestone on January 1, 2026, as Morrisons officially expanded its net-zero strategy to encompass its entire global supply chain. This strategic shift moves the supermarket’s primary climate focus beyond its own storefronts and warehouses, directly targeting the “Scope 3” emissions that originate from farms, factories, and […]
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At the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2026, the single most successful executive run in the history of global finance officially concluded. Warren Buffett, the legendary “Oracle of Omaha,” has formally handed the CEO title to his hand-picked successor, Greg Abel. While Buffett remains Chairman, the “Abel Era” has officially dawned over a conglomerate […]
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Date: January 2, 2026 Region: Pan-Africa As the new year dawns, the African continent navigates a complex tapestry of democratic transitions, historic infrastructure projects, and a tightening regulatory landscape. From the Horn of Africa to the Atlantic coast, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for both sovereign security and continental integration. Geopolitics […]
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Hong Kong’s anti-graft agency has dismantled a sophisticated corruption syndicate accused of manipulating multi-million dollar building renovation projects. The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) confirmed on January 2, 2026, that 21 individuals were detained in a high-profile operation targeting bid-rigging and bribery within two residential estates in Kwun Tong. The crackdown comes amid heightened public […]
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In a stunning reversal for the global automotive and commodities markets, Platinum prices soared by 33% in December 2025—marking the metal’s strongest monthly performance since 1986. The rally, which culminated in a record high of $2,478.50 per ounce on December 29, 2025, follows the European Union’s dramatic shift in climate policy. The European Commission’s decision […]
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A night of New Year’s revelry at the luxury Swiss resort of Crans-Montana turned into one of the nation’s worst modern tragedies when a fire at Le Constellation bar claimed the lives of at least 40 people. On January 2, 2026, investigators confirmed that the blaze was likely ignited by “fountain candles” or sparklers attached […]
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has reported a significant milestone in its global operations, with consular assistance cases reaching an all-time high for the fourth consecutive year. Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee confirmed today, January 2, 2026, that Irish officials managed 1,981 new emergency cases in 2025, a figure that highlights the increasingly […]
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In a historic rally for the American financial sector, the six largest US banks have added a staggering $600 billion in market value over the past year, propelling their collective valuation past the $2.3 trillion threshold as of early January 2026. The surge—driven by the “Big Six” consisting of JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup, […]
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