Elections delayed in 19 Portuguese municipalities due to storm damage
Postponement of voting in 19 municipalities follows severe weather linked to Storm Kristin, with national election proceeding as planned despite emergency declarations.
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Finland-Canada women's hockey match postponed due to norovirus outbreak
The match between Finland and Canada in the women's ice hockey tournament at the Winter Olympics was postponed to 12 February after a norovirus outbreak affected 13 members of the Finnish team.
At least 24 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza Strip
Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip killed at least 24 Palestinians, including five children, seven women, and an on-duty paramedic, following a militant attack that injured an Israeli soldier.
Five killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza, including 3-year-old boy
The Gaza Health Ministry reported five deaths in Israeli attacks on 2 February 2026, including a 3-year-old boy, with strikes in Nuseirat, Al-Mawasi, Khan Yunis, and Jabalia. The Israeli military stated the victims were militants near the demarcation line.
Israel partially reopens the Rafah Crossing between Gaza and Egypt, which has been closed since May 2024, allowing 150 people to leave Gaza and 50 to enter per day
Israel partially reopens the Rafah Crossing between Gaza and Egypt, which has been closed since May 2024, allowing 150 people to leave Gaza and 50 to enter per day.
Alcaraz wins first Australian Open title, becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the men's singles final at the Australian Open, claiming his first title at the tournament and becoming the youngest man to achieve a career Grand Slam.
Russian drone strike hits a minibus transporting mineworkers in Dnipro, Ukraine, killing at least 15 people and injuring seven others
A Russian drone strike hits a minibus transporting mineworkers in Dnipro, Ukraine, killing at least 15 people and injuring seven others.
Trump declares emergency over Cuba to impose oil-related tariffs
President Donald Trump signed an executive order declaring a national emergency concerning Cuba, enabling new tariffs on countries supplying oil to the island. The move follows accusations of Cuba's ties to hostile actors and its role in regional security concerns.
Three killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Odesa oblasts
Russian attacks across three Ukrainian oblasts resulted in three deaths and three injuries overnight. The strikes targeted residential areas, infrastructure, and transport networks.
At least five people are killed and two others are injured in a Russian drone strike on a passenger train in Kharkiv Oblast, Ukraine
At least five people are killed and two others are injured in a Russian drone strike on a passenger train in Kharkiv Oblast, Ukraine.
Israeli forces locate and repatriate the remains of the last Israeli hostage in the Gaza Strip
Israeli forces locate and repatriate the remains of the last Israeli hostage in the Gaza Strip.
Nine killed in Pakistan avalanche, eleven in Afghan snowstorm
An avalanche in Chitral District, Pakistan, killed nine people, while a snowstorm in six Afghan provinces caused eleven deaths, with roads blocked and rescue operations underway.
Eleven Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes, including three journalists in Netzarim Corridor
At least eleven Palestinians, including two children and three journalists, were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the Netzarim Corridor in Gaza. The journalists were documenting an Egyptian aid distribution camp and were working for the Egyptian Committee for Gaza Relief.
Israeli forces demolish UNRWA's East Jerusalem headquarters
Israeli military operations led to the demolition of UNRWA’s main building in East Jerusalem, resulting in staff displacement and device confiscation. The action followed a national law banning UNRWA from operating in Israel and restricting its access to utilities.
Venus Williams becomes oldest player in Australian Open women's singles draw at 45 years and 7 months
Venus Williams competed in the Australian Open women's singles draw at 45 years and 7 months, becoming the oldest player to do so, surpassing Kimiko Date's 2015 record.
Seven killed in Butambala clashes after Uganda election
Protesters opposing President Yoweri Museveni clashed with police in Butambala, resulting in at least seven deaths. The violence occurred amid disputed election results and internet restrictions.
Macclesfield stun Crystal Palace in historic FA Cup upset
Non-league Macclesfield defeated FA Cup holders Crystal Palace 2–1 in the biggest upset in the competition's history, with goals from Paul Dawson and Isaac Buckley-Ricketts securing a famous win.
Russia uses Oreshnik missile in strike on Lviv, targeting critical infrastructure
Russia launched an Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile at Lviv, reportedly striking a critical infrastructure site, in a major overnight attack on Ukraine.
Russian strikes on Kyiv kill four, wound 28 in apartment building attacks
Russian drone and missile attacks targeted high-rise residential buildings in Kyiv on 9 January 2026, resulting in four deaths and 28 injuries. The Qatari embassy sustained damage during the strikes.
Israeli military strikes kill 13 in Gaza, including five children
Multiple Israeli attacks in Gaza killed 13 Palestinians, including five children, according to Gaza's civil defence agency, amid a fragile ceasefire.
Two shot by Border Patrol agents in Portland
Two individuals were hospitalized after being shot by Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon, on 8 January 2026. The incident occurred in the 10200 block of Southeast Main Street.
US withdraws from UN climate bodies including IPCC
The United States announces withdrawal from multiple UN bodies, including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the UNFCCC, following a prior exit from the Paris Agreement.
One person is killed and three others are injured after a bus collides with protesters in Jerusalem, Israel
One person is killed and three others are injured after a bus collides with protesters in Jerusalem, Israel.
Four Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on tent in Khan Yunis
An Israeli airstrike hit a tent sheltering displaced people in Khan Yunis, killing four Palestinians. Israel said it targeted a Hamas militant planning an attack on its troops.