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Russia Slams Trump, Vows to 'Defend' Venezuela as World War III Fears Erupt
IBTimes - 4 Jan 2026 13:35
Russia vows to defend Venezuela as Trump escalates tensions, sparking fears of direct superpower conflict and raising the spectre of global instability.
The Venezuela Takeover
The New York Times - 4 Jan 2026 13:09
Heres what you need to know about the U.S. incursion into Venezuela.
After Trumps illegal Venezuela coup, there are two dangers: he is emboldened, but has no clue what comes next | Rajan Menon
The Guardian - 4 Jan 2026 13:00
The US president used largely fictitious charges to seize control, but cant know how Venezuelans will react. He may also overstep now as regards IranDuring his presidential campaigns, Donald Trump pledged to end forever ...
Chinas Russian Town Has Log Cabins and Cyrillic Signs, but No Russians
The New York Times - 4 Jan 2026 05:01
Enhe was once home to thousands of ethnic Russians. Under Xi Jinpings push for ethnic unity, little remains beyond nostalgia and props for tourists.
Naked imperialism: how Trump intervention in Venezuela is a return to form for the US
The Guardian - 4 Jan 2026 04:00
Most of the Americas have suffered from interference from their powerful northern neighbour - and are usually the worse off for itUS attacks Venezuela - live updatesThe US bombardment of Venezuela and the capture of its ...
Ukraine war briefing: Ukraine will fight on if peace talks fail, Zelenskyy vows
The Guardian - 4 Jan 2026 03:47
Ukraines top allies hold security talks in Kyiv; Russia condemns US attack on Venezuela. What we know on day 1,411The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, says he hopes for a leaders summit in the US by the end of J...
Heavy Rain and King Tides Cause Flooding in California
The New York Times - 4 Jan 2026 02:57
Highways were blocked and a regional airport shut down on Saturday when the latest in a long run of drenching rainstorms coincided with especially high tides.
'Deeply shocked': World leaders react to US attack on Venezuela
BBC - 4 Jan 2026 02:27
Leaders from around the world have responded with mixed reactions after a large-scale strike on Venezuela and Maduro's capture by the US.
Venezuela helped us a lot: USs capture of Nicolás Maduro stirs anxiety in Cuba
The Guardian - 4 Jan 2026 13:54
Power cuts and fuel shortages likely to rise after loss of key ally, while Trump administrations warnings cause concern US attacks Venezuela - live updatesNaked imperialism: how Trump intervention in Venezuela is a retur...
Canadian officials say US health institutions no longer dependable for accurate information
The Guardian - 4 Jan 2026 13:00
Misinformation from the Trump administration is cited as fuelling Canadians concerns over childhood vaccinations Canadian officials and public health experts are warning that US health and science institutions can no lon...
Trumps plan to seize and revitalize Venezuelas oil industry faces major hurdles
Boston - 4 Jan 2026 12:37
Venezuela's oil industry is in disrepair after years of neglect and international sanctions, so it could take years and major investments before production can increase dramatically. The post Trumps plan to seize and...
Maduro indictment attempts to link Venezuelan leader to Tren de Aragua
The Guardian - 4 Jan 2026 12:00
Co-defendants include alleged gang founder Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, indicted two weeks agoThe superseding federal indictment unsealed against Venezuelas leader Nicolás Maduro on Saturday immediately after hi...
'A long road ahead': Venezuelans react to Maduro's arrest with hope and worry
BBC - 4 Jan 2026 02:37
Caracas residents worry about what comes after US intervention in their country amid a tense political climate.
We lived in fear of meeting killers, say victims' families
BBC - 4 Jan 2026 23:59
Two women say they are relived at plans to impose tougher restrictions on where offenders can live.
Maduro and His Wife to Be Arraigned in Manhattan Federal Court
The New York Times - 4 Jan 2026 23:58
Nicolás Maduro, Venezuelas president, and his wife, Cilia Flores, will make their first appearance on Monday in a New York City courthouse, the site of other high-profile proceedings.
Sara Foster praises Trumps capture of Maduro, says Venezuela is liberated today, truly
New York Post - 4 Jan 2026 23:57
Venezuela is liberated today, truly
The Folly of Trumps Oil Imperialism
The New Yorker - 4 Jan 2026 23:55
The President has made clear he wants to exploit Venezuelas vast oil reserves; history suggests that it wont be easy.
Trump says Cuba is ready to fall after capture of Venezuelas Maduro
Fox News - 4 Jan 2026 23:51
President Trump says Cuba is ready to fall" after the U.S. operation that captured Venezuelas Nicolás Maduro, cutting off a key economic and security lifeline to Havana.
2 found dead in Lawrence after apparent murder-suicide, DA says
Boston - 4 Jan 2026 23:50
The 32-year-old man and 30-year-old woman were in a long-term dating relationship, the DA said. The post 2 found dead in Lawrence after apparent murder-suicide, DA says appeared first on Boston.com.
Tennessee launches countrys first public database tracking domestic abusers
New York Post - 4 Jan 2026 23:40
The registry was launched in honor of Savanna Puckett, a 22-year-old sheriff's deputy who was shot to death by her ex-boyfriend who had a long history of domestic violence.
First Death in Disney World in 2026 Suspected as Suicide, the Sixth Case in 3 Months
IBTimes - 4 Jan 2026 23:30
Authorities are investigating a possible suicide at Disney Springs after a man was found dead, marking the sixth tragic death at the resort since October.
Evangeline Lilly reveals she has brain damage after hitting her head in fall
The Guardian - 4 Jan 2026 23:29
Marvel, Lost and Hobbit actor says almost every area in my brain is functioning at a decreased capacity after she fainted and fell face-first into a boulderEvangeline Lilly has revealed she has brain damage, months after...