World News

Thailand is set to become the stage for a brand-new chapter in the story of ‘Tomorrowland’, as preparations officially bring one of the world’s most iconic music festivals to Asia for the very first time this December 11–13, 2026.

Kennedy Space Centre Visitor Complex and The Jim Henson Company have launched Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure, a new, original live show which debuted on 22 December 2025 at Florida’s Kennedy Space Centre Visitor Complex.

Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has unveiled an expanded residential masterplan for Dubai Design District (d3), transforming the district into one of Dubai's most desirable creative-led waterfront neighbourhoods.

St. Kitts & Nevis has formally assumed the chairmanship of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), with Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew pledging calm leadership, deeper solidarity and renewed commitment to regional integration as the Caribbean enters a new year.

Air Peace Limited has agreed to refund affected Jamaica-bound passengers who were reportedly stranded in Barbados following a flight diversion, the NCAA (Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority) has affirmed.

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is among some 60 female lawmakers petitioning for more women's toilets in the parliament building to match their growing representation in the legislature.

As of January 1, 2026, the cost of obtaining or renewing an Australian passport has risen to AU$422 for a standard 10-year document.

This year Grapevine will be at the heart of the FIFA World Cup, welcoming fans from around the globe just minutes from the action.

New photoes have emerged which shows moments before the ceiling of a Swiss bar caught fire.

Vietnam Airlines has officially inaugurated its direct service between Hanoi (HAN) and Cebu (CEB), marking a significant addition to the airline's expanding international network.

The CCRIF (Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility) announced that it was set to make a payout of US$70.8 million to the government of Jamaica to cover damages from Hurricane Melissa.

Norway has officially launched a revolutionary nighttime rail service, the Midnight Aurora Route, designed to offer an unparalleled view of the heavens.

A new milestone reflecting Dubai's global leadership in customs innovation, Dubai Customs' innovative cross-border e-commerce platform has received widespread praise from the World Customs Organization (WCO), in a special trilingual report on it (French, English, and Spanish).

Families in India are increasingly undertaking birth tourism for a number of reasons.

The Banking Academy of Vietnam (BAV) and Vantage Foundation officially formalised a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at a signing ceremony held at the Banking Academy's headquarters in Hanoi on 16 December.

Senior executives from state-backed and nationally anchored energy companies will participate at the Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) 2026, highlighting the growing role of national energy champions in Libya’s upstream reopening.