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Maduro captured - Venezuela faces chaotic transition

U.S. forces captured Nicolás Maduro in a high risk operation that has toppled the regime's leadership and forced rapid releases of political prisoners. The seizure reshapes regional geopolitics and sparks urgent questions about governance, oil control, and stability in Venezuela

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"My own mind. It’s the only thing that can stop me" — President Donald Trump

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Protests erupt in Minneapolis after ICE killing - crowds clash with federal agents

A federal immigration agent shot and killed a Minneapolis woman during an enforcement operation, sparking large local unrest and nationwide protests. Video, eyewitness accounts, and alarms over federal tactics have made the incident a national flashpoint.

FBI takes over Minneapolis shooting probe - state barred from case

Federal and state authorities have clashed over control of the Minneapolis probe after the killing, with the FBI asserting federal primacy and local prosecutors vowing independent action. The jurisdictional fight raises legal and political stakes.

Vice President Vance mounts public defense of ICE officer - pushes message

The White House dispatched senior officials to defend the ICE officer and shape the narrative, turning the case into a national political battleground. Vice President JD Vance has led public messaging in support of federal agents.

Federal agents shoot two in Portland - victims hospitalized

A separate federal agent involved shooting in Portland left two people wounded and prompted an FBI review. The incidents in multiple cities have intensified scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement tactics.

Protests flare nationwide after Minneapolis ICE killing - cities stage rallies

The Minneapolis death set off protests nationwide with vigils and marches in dozens of cities. Demonstrations have varied from peaceful mass rallies to clashes with federal officers, amplifying political momentum and civic unrest.

Maduro captured - what comes next for Venezuela

U.S. forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro in a high stakes operation that has upended regional balance. Caracas has started releasing political prisoners and the future of Venezuela’s government remains uncertain as outside actors press for outcomes.

Trump cancels second wave of Venezuela attacks - cites cooperation

President Trump announced he would cancel further strikes on Venezuela following reported cooperation and prisoner releases, prompting both relief and skepticism. The decision reshuffles White House strategy and regional diplomacy.

White House weighs 100k payments to Greenlanders - bid to sway secession

Talks about buying or otherwise acquiring Greenland have surged, with U.S. officials reportedly considering large payments to residents. Denmark and Greenland envoys have engaged Washington to push back against takeover proposals.

NATO deploys forces to Arctic Circle - northern flank defense

Allies are scrambling to shore up Arctic defenses amid talk of Greenland and rising great power competition. NATO moves and mixed U.S. policy signals have opened a gap that European leaders are racing to close.

Iran cuts internet and phone links - protest crackdown begins

Mass anti‑government demonstrations in Iran have spread nationwide even as authorities cut off internet and phone lines. The supreme leader has signaled a hard crackdown while protesters call for major change and rally behind exiled figures.

Russia fires Oreshnik hypersonic missile at Ukraine - deadly strike

Russia intensified strikes on Ukraine using advanced ballistic and hypersonic weapons, raising Western alarm. Moscow’s deployment of new missiles marks a dangerous escalation in the longue durée conflict and complicates deterrence calculations.

US seizes shadow fleet tanker in Atlantic - enforcement escalates

The US has stepped up operations against so called shadow fleet tankers moving sanctioned oil, seizing a vessel in the North Atlantic and prompting a diplomatic spat with Moscow. The move signals tougher sanctions enforcement at sea.

Grok image edits limited to paid users after deepfake outcry - X reels

Elon Musk’s Grok AI and X face a backlash after researchers found the tool used to create sexualized and violent imagery. xAI and X have limited image editing to paid users while regulators and lawmakers weigh action.

Senate breaks with Trump - bipartisan move to curb Venezuela war powers

Congressional checks on the White House are mounting as the Senate advanced measures to restrict unilateral military action on Venezuela. Lawmakers from both parties are pushing oversight and hearings into the recent operation.

December jobs report due - markets and Fed watching

Markets will watch the December jobs report for clues on inflation and the Fed’s next steps. Weak hiring would shape rate expectations and economic forecasts for 2026.

China set to approve Nvidia chip imports - relief for supply chains

Global chip supply and AI infrastructure remain central to the tech boom as China moves toward approving Nvidia imports, TSMC posts strong results, and cloud providers seek funding to expand AI services.

Fannie and Freddie to buy 200 billion dollars in mortgage bonds - affordability push

The White House called for large scale mortgage bond purchases to ease housing costs, directing government sponsored enterprises to buy hundreds of billions in mortgage debt. The move is being debated by markets and policy experts.

House passes three year ACA subsidy extension - rare bipartisan vote

Lawmakers moved to extend Affordable Care Act premium subsidies in a rare bipartisan vote in the House, sending the measure toward the Senate and averting an immediate lapse in assistance for millions of Americans.

NASA orders first ever medical evacuation from ISS - crew to return early

NASA made an unprecedented decision to bring a crew home early after an on orbit medical emergency, triggering an emergency evacuation and underscoring operational risks on the International Space Station.

Mountain of garbage collapses in Philippines - dozens missing

A massive garbage avalanche at a Philippine landfill buried workers, killed at least one person and left dozens missing while rescue efforts scramble against hazardous conditions. The disaster highlighted unsafe waste management practices.

China to roll out demand stimulus package - policymakers act

Beijing signaled fresh stimulus to spur household demand while inflation in China ticked up modestly, raising hopes that property and consumer measures could stabilize growth ahead of policy meetings this year.

Israel attacks Hezbollah sites in Lebanon - northern front heats up

Hostilities around Israel and Lebanon intensified as Israeli forces struck Hezbollah targets and air operations in Gaza caused civilian casualties, deepening regional security risks and humanitarian concerns.

Glencore and Rio Tinto revive merger talks - would form world's biggest miner

Major mining firms revived talks on a potential merger that would create the world’s largest mining company, a deal that could reshape global commodity markets and the supply of minerals central to the energy transition.

White House creates national fraud division to target widespread scams

The White House created a new DOJ fraud division and allied officials signaled a tougher federal response to alleged welfare and childcare fraud in Minnesota, prompting state and federal probes and legal battles over benefits oversight.

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"Venezuela is releasing large numbers of political prisoners as a sign of “Seeking Peace.” This is a very important and smart gesture. The U.S.A. and Venezuela are working well together, especially as it pertains to rebuilding, in a much bigger, better, and more modern form, their oil and gas infrastructure. Because of this cooperation,…"