Under Nicolas Maduro, a status quo prevailed among Venezuela’s powerful armed factions: Paramilitary cells enforced the government’s priorities. Ever-expanding crime syndicates, deep-pocketed prison gangs and combat-tested Colombian rebels often colluded with local officials or the federal government. But with Mr. Maduro gone, and allies and opponents competing to fill the power vacuum at Venezuela’s center, […]
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World stock markets brace for turbulence after Trump’s latest tariff shock | Stock markets
Global stock markets are bracing for falls when trading resumes on Monday after Donald Trump threatened eight European countries with fresh tariffs until they support his ambition to acquire Greenland. The US president’s plan to impose new trade levies of 10% on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland […]
Australian Open 2026: Emma Raducanu overcomes slow start to sail into second round
British number one Emma Raducanu overcame a shaky start to sail past Thailand’s Mananchaya Sawangkaew and reach the second round at the Australian Open. Seeded at a major for the first time since the 2022 US Open, Raducanu looked sluggish as she dropped serve early on against the world number 196. But the former US […]
Europe ‘united’ in face of Trump’s Greenland threats, tariffs, EU chief says
LONDON — European leaders hit back at U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would impose sanctions on nations that deployed small numbers of military forces to Greenland last week, as the president continues his push to acquire the Arctic territory. Trump said Saturday that a 10% tariff would be imposed on all goods sent […]
Amid ICE clashes, bishop urges clergy to prepare their wills : NPR
Bishop Rob Hirschfeld in the chapel at the Episcopal Church of New Hampshire in Concord on Jan. 13, 2026. Elena Eberwein/NHPR hide caption toggle caption Elena Eberwein/NHPR A New Hampshire Episcopal bishop’s stark warning to his clergy is resonating across the nation, drawing fervent praise from some and rebukes from others. Bishop Rob Hirschfeld was […]
Jerusalem Patriarch, churches say Christian Zionism threatens Christianity | Human Rights News
Senior clergy say outside agendas are fracturing Christian unity in the Holy Land and undermining their authority. Senior Christian leaders in Jerusalem have issued a warning against outside interference threatening the unity and future of Christianity in the Holy Land, singling out “Christian Zionism” and political actors linked to Israel. In a statement released on […]
Boy fighting for life after being bitten by shark at Nielsen Park in Sydney’s east | Sydney
A boy has been attacked by a shark in Sydney’s east and is in a critical condition after suffering serious injuries to both legs. The boy, believed to be aged about 12, was pulled from the water at Shark beach, in the eastern suburb of Vaucluse, on Sunday afternoon. He was treated at the scene […]
‘Blackmail over Greenland’ and ‘Jenrick’s bizarre plot’
BBC The Observer headline declares “Blackmail over Greenland” after US President Donald Trump announced “rising tariffs on the UK and European allies until he gets control of the Danish territory”. A striking image of red-and-white Greenland flags waved by protesters in front of snow-capped hills dominates the front page. “Greenland is not for sale!” read […]
Broncos advance to AFC title game, beating Bills 33-30 in overtime
DENVER — Ja’Quan McMillian intercepted Josh Allen’s deep throw in overtime, and Bo Nix led the Broncos into position for Wil Lutz’s 23-yard field goal that sent Denver to the AFC championship game with a 33-30 win over the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. McMillian’s pick was Denver’s fifth takeaway of the game — the Broncos […]
NY Giants hire their top pick John Harbaugh as coach : NPR
Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh speaks during a press conference after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Dec. 14, 2025, in Cincinnati. Carolyn Kaster/AP hide caption toggle caption Carolyn Kaster/AP John Harbaugh agreed Saturday to become coach of the New York Giants, finalizing the big-market, longstanding franchise’s all-out pursuit of its […]