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Trump Confirms U S Strike on Venezuelan Dock - CIA Sources Surface

President Trump publicly acknowledged a U S strike on a Venezuelan dock linked to alleged drug smuggling while reporting tied the operation to the CIA The revelation marks a major escalation that raises questions about regional stability and UN aid coordination

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2,000+ - U S measles cases in 2025 the highest in over 30 years

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"We have turned off the money spigot" — Jim O'Neill

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Trump says US launched strike on Venezuelan dock

The White House acknowledged and independent reporting tied U.S. operations to a strike inside Venezuela. The cluster covers presidential claims and reporting that the CIA carried out the action and the broader U.S. messaging to international agencies.

NATO envoy doubts Russia claim Ukraine hit Putin residence

Allegations about an attack on a Russian presidential residence have intensified bargaining positions and complicated ongoing peace efforts. These items cover diplomatic doubt, Moscow’s reaction, and US readiness to deploy forces if needed.

China launches biggest live fire drills around Taiwan

Beijing staged its largest live-fire exercises near Taiwan, firing rockets and simulating blockades. This cluster tracks the scale of the drills and their specific military moves threatening island supply lines.

Massive protests erupt in Iran after rial collapse

Economic collapse in Iran has sparked street unrest across multiple cities. These stories document the currency crash, widening protests and the spread of demonstrations into universities and broader society.

HHS freezes all child care payments to Minnesota

A viral investigation into Minnesota day care centers triggered federal action and an immediate freeze on child care payments. This cluster links the HHS funding halt with the citizen journalist who exposed alleged fraud and the surveillance materials in question.

Court documents suggest DOJ pressed to prosecute Abrego Garcia

A judge’s unsealed material suggests senior Justice Department officials pushed for prosecution after a mistaken deportation. The cluster covers court orders and documents that question DOJ motivations and timing.

Judge blocks White House bid to defund the CFPB

Federal courts rebuffed White House efforts to cut off funding for the consumer watchdog and ordered continued funding. These items cover multiple rulings that preserve the CFPB’s budget during appeals.

Social Security backlogs delay millions of benefits

Systemic backlogs at Social Security have delayed benefits for millions. This cluster highlights reporting on the scale of the delays and the number of affected beneficiaries.

Head on train crash near Machu Picchu kills 1 and injures dozens

Two passenger trains collided on the line serving Machu Picchu, killing at least one and wounding dozens of tourists. These items report casualties, the collision details, and tourist impact.

Three hikers found dead on Mt Baldy during rescue operation

A December rescue turned into recovery after extreme weather on Mount Baldy. Reports confirmed multiple fatalities including a fall from a ridge known as the Devil’s Backbone.

Eurostar cancels Channel Tunnel trains after power failure

A power failure in the Channel Tunnel forced Eurostar to cancel services and strand holiday travelers. Coverage focuses on travel disruption and the operational failure that halted cross‑Channel service.

31 car CSX derailment spills toxic chemicals and triggers shelter in place

A major CSX freight derailment in Kentucky sent dozens of cars off the rails and released hazardous materials, prompting shelter in place orders and an emergency response.

Israel bars dozens of aid groups from Gaza including Doctors Without Borders

Israel moved to suspend dozens of humanitarian organizations operating in Gaza, including major medical NGOs. These items document the bans and the international criticism that followed.

Saudi airstrike hits Yemen port targeting suspected arms shipment

A Saudi airstrike on a Yemeni port and subsequent UAE withdrawal exposed deep Gulf rifts. The cluster covers the targeted shipment, the UAE pullback, and the widening diplomatic fallout.

Meta acquires AI firm Manus to boost agent capabilities

Major corporate deals and IPO plans reshaped the AI and semiconductor landscape. This cluster groups Meta’s AI acquisition, SoftBank’s OpenAI funding milestone, and Nvidia’s potential buy of an Israeli AI firm.

Treasury sanctions Iran Venezuela drone and missile networks

The Treasury targeted an Iran‑Venezuela weapons pipeline tied to drones and missiles. These sanctions aim to choke a growing black market for combat systems linked to both states.

Putin orders reserve call up to guard critical energy sites

Moscow and the Kremlin ratcheted up military preparations as energy sites were put on alert and new missile systems entered service. This cluster covers reserve call ups and Moscow’s reported new deployments.

US measles cases top 2,000 this year the highest in decades

Infectious disease threats mounted in the US this winter with rising measles counts, a severe new flu variant and a spreading drug resistant fungus. The trio of reports flags a deteriorating public health picture.

Minnesota GOP urges Walz to resign amid growing fraud outrage

Political fallout intensified in Minnesota as officials faced mounting criticism over alleged fraud in child care programs. This cluster covers calls for accountability and lawmakers blaming executive inaction.

Search continues for missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos

A San Antonio area teen vanished on Christmas Eve and investigators released dashcam footage and later reported a body found near her home. The cluster follows the discovery and the evolving search and investigation.

Former Samsung engineer accused of leaking DRAM process data to China firm

Allegations of technology theft and tighter domestic procurement rules mark Beijing’s push for chip independence. This cluster pairs an espionage accusation with new policy and a major semiconductor IPO filing.

Russia says Ukraine drones damaged port and gas pipeline in Tuapse

Reports of drone attacks inside Russia damaged energy and transport infrastructure and plunged large areas into blackout. These items document the attacks, widespread outages and their immediate impacts on Moscow.

US says nearly 25 IS operatives killed or captured in Syria

U.S. and partner strikes in Syria targeted Islamic State operatives over a recent period, resulting in dozens killed or captured. The items show the scale of the operations and US military follow up.

Search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 resumes after 12 years

An international deep sea search firm resumed efforts to locate Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 nearly 12 years after the disappearance. The cluster covers the restart and the private contractor's deployment.

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