USA: 0.8% Increase in Producer Prices in January, Much Higher Than Estimates
Wholesale prices in the U.S. rose at a faster-than-expected rate in January, contradicting hopes of a declining inflation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The 16-year-old Laura was found following a random check by the German police
The missing 16-year-old girl Laura, whose whereabouts had been unknown since January 8 in Patras, was located in Germany during a routine police check.
House prices continued to drop in January
In January, the prices of old apartments decreased by 2.8% compared to the previous year, with the largest drops observed in Helsinki and Turku.
Most parliamentarians believe in the overturning of the veto on penalties from January 8, says survey
A survey indicates that a majority of Brazilian parliamentarians expect the Congress to overturn President Lula's veto regarding reduced penalties for those convicted of the events of January 8, 2023.
Reserve Bank could hike cash rate twice in 2026 as Australia’s inflation stays stubbornly high
Australia's Reserve Bank is projected to raise interest rates twice in 2026 due to persistent inflation, with January figures revealing a 3.8% rate driven by increasing electricity costs.
Breaking: Inflation in January slightly hotter than expected
Inflation in Australia for January remains unchanged at 3.8 percent, while trimmed mean inflation slightly rose to 3.4 percent, exceeding economists' forecasts.
Venezuela: More than 540 political prisoners released, according to NGO
Over 540 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela since January 8, according to Alfredo Romero, director of the legal rights NGO Foro Penal.
Federal revenue hits historical record totaling R$ 325.8 billion in January, the highest amount in 32 years
Brazil's federal government reported record revenue of R$ 325.8 billion for January, marking a 3.56% real increase from the previous year and the highest monthly collection in 32 years.
Brazil registers a current account deficit of US$ 8.36 billion in January, says Central Bank
Brazil experienced a current account deficit of US$ 8.36 billion in January, exceeding expert predictions.
Ukraine has liberated 400 square kilometers, 8 settlements on southern front since January, Syrskyi says
Ukraine has reclaimed 400 square kilometers and eight settlements in the southern front against Russian forces, according to Commander Oleksandr Syrskyi.
Russia set three oil export records via Baltic Sea ports in January 2026
In January 2026, Russia set a record of 12.7 million tons of crude oil exported via Baltic Sea ports, surpassing the previous record of 11.8 million tons from October 2025, despite sanctions affecting energy export revenues.
Coup Acts: STF forms majority to reject appeals against the condemnation of members of the PMDF leadership
The majority of the First Panel of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) voted to reject appeals against the condemnation of five of seven former leaders of the Federal District Military Police for their negligence during the January 8 anti-democratic acts.
Art and antiques help lift retail sales in Great Britain to biggest monthly rise since 2024
Retail sales in Great Britain saw a significant rise of 1.8% in January, driven by sales of art, antiques, and online jewelry, marking the highest increase since May 2024.
Corruption: how the gendarmerie is intensifying the detection of "bad apples"
France's gendarmerie is implementing a new system called 'Citar' to uncover military personnel who illegally access files, with nearly 8,000 military members checked since January.
Very weak GUS data on industrial and construction production in January
Industrial production in Poland fell by 1.5% in January, disappointing analysts' forecasts of a 2.8% increase.
Increased traffic at the airport in Poznań. "Greater Poland residents want to fly far"
Poznań Airport recorded a record 4.1 million passengers in 2025, with January 2026 seeing an 8% increase in traffic compared to January 2025.
Export Jump in Japan
Japan's export increased by 16.8 percent in January compared to the same month last year, driven by a significant rise in exports to China and other Asian markets.
Food inflation falls to 14-year low
Nigeria's food inflation rate has reached its lowest level in over 14 years, dropping to 8.89% in January 2026.
Quini 6 Results: What were the winning numbers to win $8 billion in the draw of Sunday, January 15
A player from Corrientes province won $8 billion in the Quini 6 lottery draw held on January 15, 2023.
Bolsonaro supporter sends parliamentary amendment for women's prison with detainees from January 8
A Brazilian state deputy allocated R$ 500,000 for improvements at a women’s prison after visiting detainees involved in the January 8 attacks.
Coup Attempts: Moraes votes to reject appeals against the conviction of members of the PMDF leadership
Minister Alexandre de Moraes voted to reject appeals from five former members of the leadership of the Military Police of the Federal District accused of failing to act against the anti-democratic acts of January 8.
Coup Acts: First Panel of the STF Judging Appeals Against the Conviction of Members of the PMDF Leadership Starting This Friday (13)
The First Panel of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) in Brazil is set to begin hearings on appeals concerning the convictions of five former leaders of the District Federal Police for their alleged inaction during the anti-democratic acts of January 8.
Sales start 2026 with a 6.8% increase
Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service reports a 6.8% increase in sales in January 2026 compared to the previous year, particularly driven by growth in administrative services, real estate, and construction.
Arminio Fraga defended democratic capitalism after January 8
Economist Arminio Fraga stated that democratic capitalism is essential for Brazil's development following the January 8, 2023, attacks.
6,594 Aftershocks and Counting: The January 2 Earthquake Still 'Shakes the Ground' in Mexico
Mexico continues to experience aftershocks from the January 2 earthquake, with over 6,500 recorded as of February 8.
Federal government revenues grow 8.6% in January, reports the SAT
In January 2026, federal government revenues in Mexico reached 649.08 billion pesos, a real increase of 8.6% compared to January 2025, according to the Tax Administration Service (SAT).
Inflation in January: It was 2.9% after the controversial exit of Lavagna from INDEC
Argentina's January inflation rate climbed to 2.9%, marking an increase from December's 2.8%, amid the ongoing controversy following Marco Lavagna's departure from INDEC.
Formal employment registers a loss of 8,000 jobs in January: The worst record since 2009
Formal employment in Mexico saw a decline of 8,104 jobs in January, marking the worst performance for that month since 2009.
Inflation Drops Significantly
Inflation in Denmark dropped to 0.8% in January due to significant cuts in electricity taxes and other consumer goods taxes.
IMSS records the largest drop in affiliated workers in January in 10 years
The Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) reported its worst January in worker affiliation in the past decade, with a loss of over 8,000 jobs due to seasonal adjustments in digital platform employment.
How much does a bank employee earn in February 2026
The current salary update for bank employees reflects a 2.8% increase from December 2025, impacting payments for January and February 2026, with no new increases confirmed as negotiations are awaited.
Federal Police arrests 5 Brazilians deported from the USA; wanted by Interpol and a fugitive from the January 8 attacks among those arrested
The Federal Police arrested five Brazilians deported from the United States at Belo Horizonte International Airport, with several having outstanding warrants and one being wanted for involvement in the January 8 attacks.
State Reports Løkke's Money Club to Police
The state has reported the Association of January 8, 2021, known as the Moderates' money club, to the police due to alleged lack of documentation, a claim described by the new chairman as "surprising and incomprehensible."
The good economic surprise at the beginning of the year
In January 2026, car sales reached 131,472 units, marking an 8.7% increase from the previous year and the highest historical record for January, despite some Chinese brands not reporting their sales.
Opening of the Candidate List Page for the House of Representatives Election - Introducing All Candidates in Single-member and Proportional Representation Districts
Asahi Shimbun has launched a candidate list page for the upcoming House of Representatives election scheduled for January 27, with voting on February 8, including an interactive match tool for voters.
Brazil has a trade surplus of US$ 4.3 billion in January with a decline in imports
Brazil's trade balance recorded a surplus of US$ 4.343 billion in January, an 85.8% increase compared to the same month in 2025, due to a sharper decline in imports than in exports, as reported by the Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services.
Sales of new cars get 'fast and furious' in 2026: Best January in almost a decade
New light vehicle sales reached their best start to the year in nearly a decade, with 131,472 units sold in January 2026, marking an 8.7% annual growth.
8.7% increase in car sales in Mexico during January
The automotive industry in Mexico started the year strongly, with 131,472 units sold in January 2026, marking an 8.7% increase compared to the same period last year, as reported by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
Two children die from spotted fever in the interior of SP
The city of Araras confirmed the deaths of two children due to spotted fever, with a boy aged 8 and a girl aged 9 passing away on January 14 and 20, respectively.
8 out of 10 flying foxes died in the extreme heat
The extreme heat wave in southeastern Australia this January resulted in the death of 80% of the flying foxes in a bat colony in Naracoorte, with only 180 surviving.
Athens International Airport: Passenger traffic up 8.6%
Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport rose by 8.6% in January 2026, with both domestic and international travelers exceeding 2025 levels.
Ghana: Inflation Drops to 3.8 Percent in January - Lowest in Nearly 30 Years
Ghana's inflation rate fell to 3.8% in January 2026, the lowest in nearly three decades, reflecting improved economic conditions and macroeconomic stability.
ATH: Passenger traffic soared in January - an increase of 8.6%
Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport increased by 8.6% in January compared to the same month in 2025, reaching 1.99 million travelers.
"Eleftherios Venizelos": Starting off right in 2026, 8.6% increase in passenger traffic in January
The article discusses an 8.6% increase in passenger traffic at Athens International Airport in January 2026, reflecting ongoing investments in personnel and the airport's recognition as a Top Employer for the 12th consecutive year.
European LNG imports from key Russian terminal rise 8% year-over-year, reach nearly 1.7 million tons in January, watchdog finds
A report reveals that European LNG imports from Russia's Yamal LNG terminal increased by 8% year-over-year in January 2025, reaching nearly 1.7 million tons, despite an EU agreement to ban Russian gas.
PTML Customs post N44bn January revenue
The Nigeria Customs Service reported a revenue of N44.06 billion in January 2026, showing an 8.8% increase from the previous year.
Mortgage freeze: in January, peso credits were halted again due to high rates and vacation effects
In January, there was a real decline of 1.8% in peso mortgages, attributed to high interest rates and the effects of summer vacations.
Educators in Zagreb to Receive Salary Increase, Here's What They Agreed with Tomašević
Educators in Zagreb's kindergartens will see a salary base increase of 6.8% starting in January, alongside additional benefits negotiated with the union.
Ghana consumer inflation sinks to five-year low
Ghana's consumer inflation dropped to 3.8% in January, the lowest in five years, driven by a decrease in both food and non-food prices.
Fugitive convicted for the attacks of January 8 is expelled from Paraguay and handed over to the Federal Police in Foz do Iguaçu
A Brazilian fugitive wanted for his involvement in the January 8 attacks was expelled from Paraguay and delivered to the Federal Police in Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná.