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CIA Strike in Venezuela: Covert Drone Attack Confirmed

Sources confirm the CIA conducted a drone strike on a docking area in Venezuela tied by officials to alleged drug operations. The public disclosure has escalated tensions with Caracas and provoked backlash from intelligence officials over operational secrecy.

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55% - Tariff China will impose on some US beef imports starting in 2026

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"We have turned off the money spigot and we are finding the fraud" — Jim O'Neill, Deputy HHS Secretary

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CIA Conducted Drone Strike in Venezuela - Sources

Reports and sources confirm a U S covert operation struck a docking area in Venezuela, escalating Washington Caracas tensions. The strike is being framed as targeting facilities linked to alleged drug trafficking while sparking domestic debate over disclosure and oversight.

Israel Suspends Dozens of Aid Groups in Gaza - MSF Included

Israel announced it will suspend operations by dozens of international humanitarian organisations in Gaza under new rules. The move has drawn international condemnation and warnings it could trigger a renewed catastrophic humanitarian crisis in the enclave.

Russia Accuses Ukraine of Drone Strike on Putin Residence

Tensions in the Russia Ukraine war have spiked as Moscow accuses Kyiv of a drone attack and flaunts new deployments. Russia announced new missile deployments to Belarus and claims its Oreshnik hypersonic system has entered active service, raising stakes for talks.

China Launches Largest Live Fire Drills Around Taiwan

Beijing staged its largest live fire military drills near Taiwan in months, including rockets and simulated blockade activity. The exercises mark a deliberate escalation that has prompted regional diplomatic protests and calls for deescalation.

Mass Protests Erupt in Iran After Currency Collapse

Widespread street protests have erupted across Iran after the rial plunged to record lows, reflecting deep economic duress. Demonstrations spread quickly to multiple cities as citizens protest inflation and shortages, prompting stern government warnings.

HHS Freezes All Childcare Payments to Minnesota - Federal Freeze

Federal authorities moved to freeze and audit child care funding in Minnesota after viral reporting raised fraud allegations. The administration paused payments while federal and state officials open audits and public scrutiny intensifies around licensed day care operations.

Head on Train Crash Near Machu Picchu Kills One and Injures Dozens

A head on collision between two tourist trains near Machu Picchu has killed at least one person and injured dozens including foreign visitors. Authorities have launched investigations and are treating the crash as a major transport disaster affecting a popular pilgrimage route.

Three Hikers Found Dead on Mount Baldy During Rescue

Rescue teams found three hikers dead on Mount Baldy after a search hampered by severe winds and treacherous terrain. Authorities have closed parts of the mountain and launched recovery operations while investigating the sequence of events that led to the fatalities.

JFK Granddaughter Tatiana Schlossberg Dies at 35 After Cancer

Tatiana Schlossberg, a Kennedy family granddaughter and environmental journalist, died after a battle with a rare leukemia. The news prompted tributes from family members and renewed attention to her work and public essays written during her illness.

DOJ to Review 5.2 Million Pages of Epstein Files

The Justice Department said it will review a massive trove of Jeffrey Epstein related files, a move that has drawn heavy attention from lawmakers and reporters. Senators and oversight figures have demanded details on who has had access and why the files were handled as they were.

Thieves Drill Into German Bank Vault and Steal Millions

An audacious holiday heist saw thieves drill into a bank vault in Germany and make off with tens of millions in cash and valuables. Police launched an international probe into the methodical operation that went undetected during the quiet period.

Leak Fallout Deepens Rift Between White House and CIA

CIA ranks and career officials expressed fury after public disclosures and comments by senior US officials about a covert strike in Venezuela. The internal breach has sparked alarm inside the intelligence community and raised questions about operational security and political oversight.

US Military Kills Seven ISIS Fighters in Syria - Officials

The US military reported battlefield action in Syria this month with several ISIS operatives killed and others captured. The operations followed ambushes on US forces and are part of sustained counterterrorism efforts in the region.

Fed Minutes Reveal Split on Keeping Rates on Hold

Federal Reserve minutes revealed a sharp split among policymakers over the path of interest rates and the timing of future cuts. The documents show some officials were reluctant to support further easing, underscoring market uncertainty heading into 2026.

Gold Set for Best Year in Nearly 50 Years

Precious metals posted blockbuster gains in 2025 as investors flocked to safe havens amid market volatility. Gold set records while silver posted its largest annual advance in decades, prompting margin and liquidity moves by exchanges.

China Demands Netherlands Reverse Nexperia Decision

Beijing has escalated trade and industrial policy moves including urging the Netherlands to reverse actions on a chipmaker and announcing tariffs on some beef imports from the United States. At the same time Chinese memory chip makers are preparing flotations to fund expansion.

ByteDance Plans $14B Purchase of Nvidia AI Chips in 2026

Big tech and AI spending dominated year end deals as major firms commit to chips and strategic acquisitions. ByteDance signaled a massive Nvidia purchase plan while SoftBank closed a multibillion investment in OpenAI and Meta bought Manus to scale AI capabilities.

Artists Cancel More Kennedy Center Shows After Trump Name Change

Artists continued to pull out of performances at the renamed Kennedy Center in protest of the president's name being added to the institution. The cancellations represent an ongoing cultural backlash that has drawn national attention and more acts to follow suit.

UAE to Withdraw Forces From Yemen After Saudi Strike

The UAE announced a withdrawal of counterterrorism forces from Yemen after a Saudi led strike, marking a sharp deterioration in Gulf cooperation. The move risks reopening fault lines in the Yemen conflict and complicates broader regional security dynamics.

Mamdani to Be Sworn In at Abandoned City Hall Subway Stop

New York's incoming mayor Zohran Mamdani announced high profile appointments and an unusual inauguration location as the city transitions power. The picks and the ceremony choice have drawn scrutiny from outgoing officials and national observers.

Renewed Search for Missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Resumes

A renewed search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 resumed with new technology and a specialist marine robotics company leading operations. The effort revives one of aviation's most enduring mysteries with a fresh technical campaign.

New Year Storm Threatens California With Rain and Flooding

A powerful New Year storm system threatens California with heavy rain and flood risk while the Northeast faces heavy snow and dangerously cold Arctic air. Authorities have issued emergency warnings and evacuation advisories in multiple states ahead of the holiday.

Flu Cases Spike Across US as Holiday Travel Continues

Flu activity and other infectious outbreaks surged during the holiday season with hospitals reporting rising admissions. Public health officials warn the season may worsen and note measles and emergent flu variants are straining healthcare in multiple states.

Trump Issues First Veto of Second Term and Blocks Colorado Water Pipeline

President Trump issued his first vetoes of the new term blocking a long delayed Colorado water project and another bipartisan measure, drawing sharp political blowback. The vetoes ignited complaints from affected lawmakers and intensified intra party disputes.

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"The polls are rigged even more than the writers. The real number is 64%, and why not, our Country is “hotter” than ever before. Isn’t it nice to have a STRONG BORDER, No Inflation, a powerful Military, and great Economy??? Happy New Year!"