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Alto Tietê saw a 15.2% increase in new vehicle registrations in January, compared to the same month last year, totaling 1,763.

Over 15 municipalities in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, have declared a state of emergency due to heavy rainfall recorded between January and February.

Danes have experienced significant postal delays and chaos since Dao took over mail delivery on January 1, leading to over 15,000 customer inquiries about missing items.

Transocean Lithuania, a representative of the Japanese shipping company Ocean Network Express, reported an average pre-tax salary of 15,900 euros for its employees in January, translating to about 9,600 euros after taxes.

A second suspect has been arrested in the kidnapping and murder of a family of Mexican Sign Language interpreters in Morelia, which occurred on January 15.

From January 1, 2027, the fee to delete a vehicle from the traffic register without a dismantling certificate will increase to 800 euros, up from just 15 euros this year.

Nigeria's inflation rate dropped to 15.10% in January 2026, showing a decline in food prices according to a report from the National Bureau of Statistics.

A player from Corrientes province won $8 billion in the Quini 6 lottery draw held on January 15, 2023.

The European Parliament has condemned post-election violence and human rights abuses in Uganda following the January 15, 2026 elections, highlighting concerns over the treatment of opposition leaders and calling for their release.

A powerful solar storm is expected to repeat on January 15, potentially bringing stunning northern lights visible across Finland, including southern regions.

This article clarifies the date for Maha Shivratri 2026, discussing the confusion surrounding the observance date of February 15 or 16 and details about the rituals involved.

January 2023 was reported as the coldest January in Europe in 15 years, according to the EU's climate service Copernicus.

The European Union has threatened to take provisional measures against Meta if it does not allow rival AI services access to WhatsApp, which has blocked such services since January 15.

In January, South Korea saw a notable increase in employment insurance subscribers, particularly among individuals aged 60 and above in the service sector.

The housing market saw unprecedented activity in January, with nearly 10,700 real estate transactions registered, marking a 15% increase compared to last year and exceeding long-term averages.

In January, electricity market prices exceeded 15 cents per kilowatt-hour, marking the steepest rise since the energy crisis of 2022, largely driven by a 20% increase in consumption due to cold weather.

Police in Haapajärvi arrested a suspect related to a serious violent crime, which involved an attempted murder on January 15.

Police report that suspects attempted to kill a businessman in Itaberaí, Goiás, with grenade attacks using a drone on two occasions from January 15 to 17, and they planned to continue their assaults.

The body of V. Baumgertner was discovered on January 15 in a coastal area in the southern part of the island, requiring DNA tests for identification, as reported by Reuters.

Russian oligarch Vladislav Baumgertner, former CEO of the Russian company Uralkali, has been confirmed dead in Cyprus after being missing since January 7, with his body discovered on January 15 in a coastal area controlled by British bases.

In January 2026, Ecuador experienced a 37% increase in new vehicle sales compared to January 2025, with a total of 11,342 units sold, as reported by the Ecuadorian Automotive Companies Association (Aeade).

The national reading challenge '15 by 15', aimed at fostering a habit of reading together in families across Croatia, concluded on January 29 with nearly 120,000 children and over 12,000 adults participating.

The body of Russian businessman Vladislav Baumgertner, who had been reported missing since January 7, was formally identified through DNA after being found on a beach in Cyprus on January 15.

In January, Estonia experienced a record average electricity price of 15.4 cents/kWh, driven by cold weather, high demand, and insufficient cheap renewable energy.

In response to the deaths of 15 homeless individuals in Hamburg during January, there is debate about whether the city is doing enough to provide adequate shelter against the cold weather.

A business mission involving 15 Greek companies was held in Nairobi from January 25 to January 29, organized by the Hellenic-African Chamber of Commerce and Development, in collaboration with several Greek and Kenyan organizations.

In January, the average electricity market price in Latvia increased by 82.8% compared to December, reaching 15.3 cents per kilowatt-hour, marking it as the highest ever January price due to cold weather conditions that spiked consumption and hampered energy production.

The minimum wage for most employees in Illinois is set at $15 per hour, translating to just over $120 for a migrant working eight hours.

As of January 30, 2026, the price of 24-carat gold is 17,242 Taka per gram and 22-carat is 16,380 Taka for buying and 15,690 Taka for selling in the Indian market with expectations of significant price jumps ahead of the budget.

As of January 1, 2026, unaccompanied minors from the age of 15, including those seeking international protection, could be placed in guarded facilities in Poland, prompting protests from various rights organizations.

From January 1 to 15 this year, over 2.5 million fiscalized e-invoices were issued under fiscalization 2.0, with 226,008 taxpayers exchanging e-invoices, according to the Tax Administration of the Ministry of Finance.

An Israeli air strike in central Gaza on January 15, 2026, killed Hamas commander Mahmoud al Houli and four others, further escalating tensions during a fragile ceasefire.

Robert Koźlak has been appointed as the new Chief Inspector of Road Transport in Poland, replacing Artur Czapiewski, effective January 15.

Uganda's election on January 15 saw a significant internet blackout, raising concerns about transparency while the government claimed it was to curb misinformation.

A discussion on Christian lay engagement in public and political life was held on January 15 at the Zagreb Archbishop's Pastoral Institute, coinciding with the release of a book by Dr. Josip Mužić and the International Recognition Day of Croatia.

Amazon offers significant discounts of up to 50% on top brands like Salomon and Xiaomi as of January 16.

On January 15, 1,100,000 unique users accessed protothema.gr for news updates, maintaining its position as a leading online news platform.

This article presents resolutions passed by the Polish Parliament and the Council of Ministers regarding the extension of temporary limitations on international protection applications and investment programs for mental health facilities.

This article discusses the announcements made by the Speaker of the Polish Sejm regarding the publication of consolidated texts of various laws as of January 9, 2026.

On January 15, a Russian drone exploded upon landing near a playground in Lviv, yet a nearby street cleaner named Olha continued shoveling snow undeterred.

Spain's National Lottery will distribute a first prize of 30,000 euros per ticket in the draw taking place on Thursday, January 15.

The Joker lottery draw held on January 15, 2026, revealed the winning numbers, with a top prize of at least €11.8 million.

The Handball European Championship 2026 will kick off on January 15 in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway, featuring 24 teams competing for a spot in the final match on February 1 in Herning, Denmark.

In Iran, the government has reportedly suspended planned executions amidst warnings from Washington, with citizens awaiting further actions from the U.S. as the internet remains shut down.

A quiz encourages readers to test their knowledge about recent news and reflects on the significance of Wikipedia's name on its 25th anniversary.

Wikipedia was launched on January 15, 2001, fundamentally transforming how the world seeks, shares, and understands information.

Rome will implement a speed limit of 30 km/h in its historic center starting January 15, 2026, joining other major European capitals in an effort to reduce accidents and pollution.

Russian forces attacked the town of Bilopillia in Ukraine's Sumy Oblast with a guided aerial bomb, resulting in one death and four injuries on January 15.

A Russian strike on January 14-15 caused a fire at a critical infrastructure facility in Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine, although there were no reported casualties.

The deadline for applications for the Child Benefit through the A21 electronic platform ends today, January 15, 2026, and no submissions or modifications will be accepted after this date.