Asia Brunei The Basic Haj and Umrah Course 1448H/2026M has began at selected mosques nationwide to equip prospective haj and umrah pilgrims with essential knowledge on the rites and provide physical, spiritual and mental guidance
Europe Kosovo Almost four years after Serbs collectively mass-resigned from Kosovo’s institutions, some Serb judges and prosecutors have filed requests to return to their posts in the Serb-majority north of the country, according to Kosovo’s judicial authorities
Europe Austria Foodwatch Austria sparked discussions about the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to minors; according to the NGO, test buyers aged 8, 11, and 14 years received the new “Tropical Energy Refresher” at McDonald's without any age check or verbal warning
Europe Latvia Excitement in the fuel pellet market in recent weeks has led stores to set limits on the purchase of pellets per person, said Latvian Radio; the association representing the industry says the market is calming down and will stabilize in a month
Africa Algeria The fire that broke out at the Assisted Childhood Institution in Mohammadia, claiming 11 lives and injuring 19 others, was caused by an electrical spark from an air conditioning unit according to statement by General Directorate of National Security
Africa Cape Verde The World Cup's second-smallest nation, Cape Verde made a big impact in 2026 edition; though they lost 3-2 to Argentina, they have named the story of this tournament, showing courage, togetherness, unity and unwavering belief in what they are and can do
Europe Montenegro Lavish rewards have been established for crime whistleblowers; experts say the offer of up to one million euros for reporting wanted criminals won't be enough without changing current culture, sharing values and making those who act feel safe
Asia India Indian Railways' first hydrogen-powered train made its maiden journey covering an 89-km route between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana state; the 10 coaches were powered by a 1.200 Kw hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system, the world's most powerful for a train
Asia Kuwait A number of traffic lights now have signals flashing intermittently as a warning before changing color, as part of ongoing efforts to update Kuwait’s traffic system starting from congested intersections; rollout will be gradual
Africa Eritrea The document produced in 3rd Congress of the Eritrean Afar National Congress is deemed a most ambitious resolutions for Eritrean nationality movements; despite its vision, impeccable structure and clarity, experts fear it won't be enough for durable peace
Oceania Kiribati 34 new nurses, including eight future outer island doctors, are ready to begin their service in clinics across Kiribati after graduating from the classrooms of Bikenibeu
Europe Romania The Danube reached the lowest historical flow in 20 years with 1750 cubic meters/s, with a downward trend for the next 4-5 days to 1700 according to National Waters Administration; lowest flow was recorded in 1985 at 1400 m3/sec at the entrance to Romania
Asia Palestine About 25.000 purebreds are registered today through the Israel Arab Horse Society, compared to around 20 in the 1970s: horse culture still works as an element of cohesion and spreads despite scarce land remaining in the West Bank
Africa Ethiopia Over 4.000 participants gathered in Addis Ababa for the final conference of Ethiopia’s National Dialogue; The forum at the Addis International Convention Center is scheduled for several weeks, follows input collection by ND Commission since 2021