Rapes fall 24.5% in Alto Tietê in January, reports SSP
The number of registered rapes in the Alto Tietê region decreased by 24.5% in January 2026 compared to January 2025, according to the state’s Public Security Secretariat.
Profit of Latvian financial institutions - 29.5 million euros
Latvian monetary financial institutions reported a profit of €29.5 million in January, an 18.5% decrease from the same period in 2025 according to Latvia's central bank data.
Bank of Greece: A plunge of 5.18 billion in private sector deposits in January
Private sector deposits in Greece decreased by 5.18 billion euros in January 2026, reflecting a concerning trend in the banking sector as more funds are withdrawn compared to previous months.
Revenue Below Target - What Negatively Impacted the Budget
Greece's primary budget surplus in January 2026 reached €3.5 billion, exceeding targets but influenced by late payment adjustments.
City: the poverty line basket jumped 5.6% in January
In Buenos Aires, the poverty line basket increased by 5.6% in January due to rising food prices, exceeding the average inflation rate for the month.
National public debt grew by U$S 5.867 billion in January: it decreased in dollars but sharply increased in pesos
Argentina's national public debt increased by U$S 5.867 billion in January despite significant repayments, with most of the growth attributed to inflation-adjusted debt and interest capitalization.
Wholesale inflation started the year at 1.7% and summed up to 26.5% in the last 12 months
Wholesale prices increased by 1.7% in January compared to the previous month, while year-on-year inflation reached 26.4%, highlighting a significant gap with retail price increases.
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.
On the Last Day of the Lunar New Year Holiday, Frigid Morning Temperatures and Clear, Warm Weather During the Day
The weather forecast for the last day of the Lunar New Year holiday on January 18 predicts cold morning temperatures with highs ranging from 5 to 13 degrees Celsius in Korea, along with dry conditions prompting fire hazard precautions.
Banks Provided Mortgages Worth 35.5 Billion CZK in January, 57 Percent More Year-on-Year
Czech banks issued 35.5 billion CZK in mortgages in January, marking a 57% increase compared to the previous year.
The World's Largest Car Market Stumbles – The Decline is the Sharpest in Nearly Two Years
China's automobile market faced a significant downturn, with sales dropping 19.5% year-on-year in January, marking the steepest decline since February 2024.
Electricity prices rose by 3.7% in January, compared to 20.5% a year ago, leaving the CPI at 2.3%
In January, electricity prices in Spain increased by 3.7%, a significant reduction from a 20.5% rise the previous year, resulting in a consumer price index (CPI) of 2.3%.
In January, the annual inflation was 3.1%, monthly – 1.5%
Lithuania's inflation rates in January showed a year-on-year increase of 3.1% and a monthly increase of 1.5%.
Cheongju International Airport sees 480,000 users in January... On the brink of reaching 5 million users
Cheongju International Airport has reached a record of 480,000 users in January, positioning itself as the fourth busiest airport in South Korea, with expectations to surpass 5 million annual passengers soon.
Service Sector in ParaÃba Records Second Highest Growth Rate in the Country in 2025, According to IBGE
The service sector in ParaÃba achieved the second highest growth rate in Brazil for 2025, as reported by IBGE, with a notable increase of 5.7% from January to December.
Inflation at 2.5% in January – Food and Rent Prices Soar, Drop in Energy and Olive Oil
Inflation in Greece reached 2.5% in January 2026, driven by significant increases in food and rental prices, while energy costs fell.
Inflation at 2.5% in January – Beef ranks first with an increase of over 25%
Inflation in Greece saw a slight decrease to 2.5% in January 2026, with beef experiencing the most significant price rise at 25.4%.
Inflation in Latvia has decreased to 2.9%
Inflation rates in Latvia have decreased to 2.9% in January, down from 3.5% the previous month, while the average consumer price level rose by 3.7% year-on-year.
Mexico recorded 4,758 earthquakes in the first month of the year, according to the SSN
In January 2026, Mexico experienced 4,758 earthquakes, including one significant quake measuring 6.5, resulting in some damage.
NVA: unemployment rate in Latvia is rising again
The unemployment rate in Latvia rose to 5.2% by the end of January, according to the National Employment Agency (NVA), reflecting a month-on-month increase in the number of registered unemployed individuals.
Editorial: Thoughtless Electric Shock
The rising electricity prices in Estonia have forced families and businesses to limit consumption, resulting in shocking bills, with one company receiving an invoice of 1.5 million euros for January.
Unemployment rose to 5.1 percent in January, influenced by the flexi-amendment
Unemployment in Czechia increased to 5.1% in January due to the impact of the flexi-amendment.
Elections would be dominated by ANO with a lead over ODS, Motorists would remain on the threshold of Parliament
A January election poll indicates that the government party ANO would secure 34.5% of the votes, far ahead of ODS at 16%.
Ukraine confirms first strike against occupiers with domestically produced 'Flamingo' missiles
Ukraine's General Staff acknowledges the successful use of the domestically developed FP-5 Flamingo cruise missile during strikes in January 2026 against occupiers.
Ibama fines Petrobras R$ 2.5 million for leak during drilling at the Foz do Amazonas
Ibama has imposed a R$ 2.5 million fine on Petrobras for a fluid leak during drilling operations in the Foz do Amazonas basin, which occurred in January.
Savings Accounts See Withdrawals of R$ 23.5 Billion in January
In January, withdrawals from savings accounts in Brazil exceeded deposits by R$ 23.5 billion, according to the Central Bank.
What happened to those detained in January? Interior Minister says that 3,212 out of 5,922 were judicialized
The Interior Minister, John Reimberg, reported that 3,212 of the 5,922 people apprehended by the National Police in January 2026 were judicialized following various police operations.
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.
Savings have withdrawals of R$ 23.5 billion in January, highest volume in a year, says BC
The savings account recorded net withdrawals of R$ 23.51 billion in January, the highest volume in a year, according to the Central Bank.
Blue Dollar Today: What is its rate this Friday, February 6
As of February 6, 2026, the blue dollar is trading at 1420 for buying and 1440 for selling, reflecting a 5% decrease from January 2026 and a 19% increase compared to 2025.
More than 5,000 people arrested and 10.37 tons of drugs seized in a month
From January 1 to January 31, 2026, over 5,200 individuals were apprehended in various operations in Ecuador, and 10.37 tons of drugs were confiscated, according to the Ministry of the Interior.
In 4 days, Campinas registers 35% of the expected rainfall for February; excess affects vegetable production
Between February 2 and 5, Campinas received 62 millimeters of rain, amounting to 35% of the expected volume for the entire month, which has impacted vegetable production due to excessive rainfall since January.
VIDEOS: AB1 of Thursday, January 5, 2026
The article covers various news snippets, including budget increases for government positions, changes in the ENEM exam scoring rules, record revenue in Brazil, Lula's conversation with Vorcaro regarding political interference, and discussions among STF ministers regarding the Code of Ethics.
Why did Amorim remain silent after his dismissal from Manchester United?
Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim has remained silent since his dismissal from Manchester United on January 5, raising questions from fans and media, especially as previous coaches often commented immediately after their departure.
Clubs spent more than 1.9 billion dollars in the winter transfer window
The January transfer window closed with over 5,900 transfers and more than 1.9 billion dollars spent by clubs in men's football, according to FIFA.
TV Schedule for Thursday: Six Nations, Argentine Cup, and European Cups
The article provides a TV schedule for sports events happening on Thursday, January 5, 2026, including the Six Nations, Argentine Cup, and various European cups.
The number of purchased rental fraud victim houses exceeds 5,000... 36,000 victims recognized
As of January 27, the Korea Land and Housing Corporation has purchased over 5,889 houses affected by rental fraud, with a total of 36,000 victims officially recognized under the newly established Rental Fraud Victim Law.
These are the best-selling cars in Croatia in January. Hybrids are the most sought after
In January, Croatia saw a decrease of 11.5% in new passenger car registrations compared to January 2025, with Å koda leading sales at 515 units.
The Moomins Saved the Leppävirta Ski Tunnel – Now Over 30,000 People Visit Annually
The ice Moomin sculptures attract thousands of tourists to Leppävirta, Northern Savo, with a goal to attract over 30,000 visitors this year after 5,000 guests in January alone.
Vehicle sales grew 37%: January 2026 was the best of the last 5 years
The automotive sector in Ecuador experienced a 37% increase in vehicle sales in January 2026 compared to January 2025, marking the highest sales for January in the past five years.
From February 5, personal expenses can be calculated for income tax reduction 2026
Starting February 5, the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses (INEC) will publish January's inflation data, which will help determine the maximum allowable personal expense deductions for income tax in 2026 based on family burden.
Electricity prices in Latvia rose sharply in January
In January, the average electricity price in Latvia surged by 83.1% compared to December, reaching 153.5 euros per megawatt-hour (MWh), according to representatives of AS 'Augstsprieguma tīkls'.
How the interior of SP became a route for the entry of 'Mounjaro from Paraguay' into the country
The interior of São Paulo has become a key entry point for smuggled weight loss medications from Paraguay, with over 5,500 illegal units seized by the Military Police in just the first 20 days of January 2026.
Four construction workers arrested on suspicion of abandoning a male corpse
Four construction workers have been arrested by Wakayama Prefectural Police for allegedly abandoning the corpse of a 40-year-old man, with police stating that the body was moved and hidden in various locations from December 26, 2023, to January 5, 2024.
First CNH Issuances Reach 298.5 Thousand After Lula Eases Rules; SP Leads
Following rule changes that eased the requirements, the number of first CNH (National Driver's License) issuances reached 298,500, marking a 360% increase in applications compared to last January.
Delay in vehicle transfer results in nearly 5,000 fines in less than a year in Presidente Prudente
In Presidente Prudente, Brazil, nearly 5,000 fines were issued for failing to transfer vehicle ownership within the legal 30-day period between January and November 2025, with a monthly average of 435 infractions.
Utility company admits fault that blacked out Bornholm for hours
On January 21, a power outage in Bornholm lasted 3.5 hours due to a fault in a safety system designed to regulate electricity levels in an undersea cable between Sweden and Bornholm, as confirmed by Trefor El-net Øst.
January in Latvia was 5.7 degrees colder than normal
January's average temperature in Latvia was -8.7 degrees Celsius, making it the coldest January since 2010 and the second coldest since January 1987.
Russia launched record guided aerial bomb attack: 316 dropped in one day
On January 18, Russian forces dropped a record 316 guided aerial bombs on Ukraine, contributing to a total of 5,700 guided bombs dropped this month, as reported by Ukraine's Ministry of Defence.
Hellenic Association of Insurance Companies: Insurance premium production up 4.6% in the eleven months of January–November 2025
The insurance market recorded a 4.6% increase in premium production from January to November 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, totaling 5.38 billion euros, according to the Hellenic Association of Insurance Companies.