↑ RSS Russia and China condemn US action in Venezuela - Russia and China have strongly condemned the US attack on Venezuela last weekend. In a special session of the UN Security Council in New York on Monday, Russia described the US action as "a harbinger of a turn back to the era of lawlessnessSunny Hostin calls Maduro capture a 'kidnapping,' accuses US of 'piracy' - Sunny Hostin condemns U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as illegal, claiming the operation violated international law without congressional war declaration.ICE blasts Hilton after emails allegedly show hotel refusing rooms to immigration agents - The Hampton Inn by Hilton Lakeville Minneapolis hotel allegedly canceled federal immigration agents' reservations, prompting ICE to publicly question the decision on social media.CDC slashes childhood vaccine schedule in unprecedented overhaul following pandemic trust issues - U.S. childhood immunization schedule reduced to 11 diseases from 18 under new CDC guidelines in major overhaul.Michael Burry's big play off the U.S.-Venezuela situation, which the investor has held for years - Burry has owned Valero Energy since 2020, a position he views as increasingly attractive as the U.S. moves toward a deeper role in reviving Venezuela's oil.Mexico's president slams Trump's attack on Venezuela, says it destabilizes the hemisphere - Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned the U.S. abduction of Nicolás Maduro and criticized President Trump's aggressive foreign policy in Latin America as threatening the stability of the hemisphere.Schumer blasted Trump for failing to oust Maduro — now warns arrest could lead to ‘endless war’ - Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro faces narcotics charges after U.S. military operation, while Sen. Chuck Schumer and Democrats criticize Trump administration for not notifying Congress.Maduro indictment alleges long criminal past, promises lengthy legal battle ahead - Prosecutors say Maduro partnered with 'narco-terrorists' from Venezuela, Colombia and Mexico to enrich himself and his family through 'massive-scale' cocaine trafficking. He pleaded not guilty.Republicans take voter registration lead from Democrats in crucial swing state for the first time - Republicans surpass Democrats in North Carolina voter registration for the first time in state history, marking a dramatic shift in the battleground.Chicago Teachers Union promotes Venezuela regime change protests organized by socialist groups - Chicago Teachers Union promotes Venezuela protest organized by socialist groups after Maduro's capture. Coalition demands end to aggression.Teacher who had sex with two pupils struck off - Rebecca Joynes groomed a second boy while on bail for abusing her first victim.Prince Harry’s security battle could end with policy 'U-turn' amid King Charles health rumors: expert - Prince Harry's fight for security protection in the U.K. seemingly takes a positive turn as reports indicate a reversal, potentially ending years-long dispute.US deportation flights to Venezuela continue despite Nicolas Maduro arrest and government transition - DHS says deportation flights to Venezuela are not paused following Nicolás Maduro’s arrest, as the Trump administration continues removing criminal migrants.Kennedy Scales Back the Number of Vaccines Recommended for Children - Federal health officials now recommend that children be routinely inoculated against 11 diseases, not 17, citing standards in other wealthy nations.China nudges banks to disclose lending ties with Venezuela, Bloomberg News reports - Jan 5 () - China's top financial regulator asked its policy banks and other major lenders to report their lending exposure to Venezuela after the U. capture of the Venezuelan president, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people faWhen is MLK Day? What to know about upcoming January holiday. - Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on the third Monday in January. At times, it coincides with Inauguration Day. Here's what to know.Bill Maher, Tim Allen criticize DEI practices hampering creative process, say sitcoms just 'got to be funny' - Bill Maher and Tim Allen criticized DEI practices in writing shows and sitcoms during a podcast discussion, arguing diversity initiatives shouldn't intrude on the creative process.Rare UFO-shaped clouds spotted in Welsh skies - These clouds are uncommon in the UK as they can only form under the right weather conditions.Elon Musk shares plan to mass-produce brain implants for paralysis, neurological disease - Elon Musk announces Neuralink brain implants will enter "high-volume" production by 2026, helping paralyzed patients control devices with thought.4 Early Care and Education Issues to Watch in 2026 - If 2025 featured a mix of highs and lows in early care and education, 2026 is poised to bring a series of deeper challenges to the field, as states prepare to make difficult budget decisions in anticipation of the looming federal funding cuVenezuela orders nationwide manhunt for supporters after Maduro's arrest by US forces - Nicolas Maduro was arrested by U.S. forces on drug trafficking charges as Venezuela declares emergency, ordering arrests of supporters. Rodriguez sworn in.Boxer Anthony Joshua Breaks Silence After Car Crash That Killed Two Best Friends and Sent Him to the Hospital - Anthony Joshua made his first social media post since the Dec. 29 crash, which killed two of his best friendsHochul Will Back New Safeguards to Protect Children Online - In her State of the State address, Gov. Kathy Hochul will propose that the default setting for online platforms should ban viewing or messaging minors.Malicious Chrome extensions caught stealing sensitive data - Chrome extensions called 'Phantom Shuttle' stole user data for years before Google removed them from the Chrome Web Store after researchers exposed the malicious tools.‘Best time to get rich is approaching': Robert Kiyosaki predicted up to 15,000% upside in these 3 assets. Was he right? - 'If you don’t learn how to make money in your sleep… you’ll never be rich.’Wegovy weight loss pill now available: How to get it and the cost - The oral medication serves as an alternative to the injectable version.Giants stick with GM Joe Schoen despite another losing season, citing need for 'continuity and stability' - New York Giants retained general manager Joe Schoen despite another losing season and coaching change, citing the need for front office stability and a belief in young talent."Caught on Camera" — Popular New Jersey Car Dealer Thought It Was Business as Usual… Until the Cops Called - It would’ve been no more than another day in a life of a YouTube famous car dealer in New Jersey. Instead, the events of that day quickly spiraled into a chaotic mix of tense negotiations, ... Read moreSiblings killed in house fire 'charming and lovely' - Eve and Ohner Shearman's head teacher Nick Moss said they were "remarkable" children.Mexican president rejects US sending troops to her country: 'I don't believe in an invasion' - Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum condemns U.S. intervention in Venezuela, defends sovereignty amid Trump pressure over cartels and potential military action.Trump signs 'Make Iran Great Again' hat alongside Lindsey Graham - President Donald Trump and Sen. Lindsey Graham were photographed with a signed 'Make Iran Great Again' hat, as protests spread across Iran.Defense Department to reduce Sen. Mark Kelly’s retirement pay over criticism - Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the Defense Department is reducing the retirement pay of Sen. Mark Kelly over critical comments he made.Lawmakers rip Biden after Trump-Maduro taunt resurfaces – call it baseless and politically charged - Political firestorm erupts as Biden's past Venezuela comments allegedly 'age like milk' following Trump administration's arrest of dictator Nicolas Maduro.Augusta might get close to breaking a temperature record set in 1949 - The National Weather Service said unseasonably warm weather might get the Augusta area close to breaking a 77-year-old temperature record.Congress rolls out $174B spending bill as Jan 30 shutdown fears grow - Congress unveils more than $174 billion spending bill to avoid government shutdown by Jan. 30 deadline, with House vote expected this week on the bipartisan legislation.NASA begins infrastructure overhaul under Isaacman as Trump pushes ambitious space exploration goals - NASA begins demolishing outdated facilities in Alabama as new administrator Jared Isaacman launches major infrastructure modernization efforts for space exploration.Man accused of raping patient in emergency room of Boston hospital to face a judge - A man accused of raping another patient at a Boston hospital is set to appear in court on Monday afternoon.JD Vance Asks Media to Refrain From Sharing Photos After Attempted Break-In at Ohio Home - Vice President JD Vance asked media outlets on Monday not to share photos of his Cincinnati home after an attacker allegedly broke some of its windows, saying he wanted to shield his children from “the realities of this life of public serviZelensky ousts security service chief, angering military commanders - The ousting of Vasyl Maliuk, head of the Ukrainian security services, infuriated many military commanders, who said it risked destabilizing the chain of command.Impossibly Hot Object Discovered 1.4 Billion Years After The Big Bang - Defying all expectations.Raiders dismiss longtime NFL head coach Pete Carroll after one season - Super Bowl champion Pete Carroll fired by Las Vegas Raiders after just one season, despite expressing desire to return following Sunday's win.Maduro overthrow could pave the way for these U.S. oil companies to recover assets seized by Venezuela - Shares of U.S. oil majors are rising as investors bet that they will cash in after the military action that ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.JPMorgan forms special advisory group to share some of bank's 'secret sauce' with clients - They're calling the initiative the "Special Advisory Services," which launches Monday, with Liz Myers, who also serves as global chair of investment banking, at the helm.Victor Davis Hanson recovering after procedure to remove cancerous tumor - Hoover Institution senior fellow Victor Davis Hanson announced on Saturday that he is recovering from surgery to remove a cancerous tumor.Teenagers jailed for fatal attack on homeless man - Anthony Marks, 51, died from his injuries in hospital weeks after being attacked by the teenagers.Protests and US warnings shake Iran at its weakest point in years - War with Israel, a battered economy, and the swift loss of allies have left Iran vulnerable in the face of mounting protests.Suspicious sword and rare medal - how fake admiral was finally caught out - Jonathan Carley admitted wearing His Majesty's Forces uniform without permission at Remembrance Sunday event.UK households turn to credit as mortgage approvals ease and savings rise - Consumer borrowing jumps at fastest rate in two years as Christmas costs hit credit cards.Mamdani-linked Democratic socialists demand Trump free Maduro from lockup — and send him back to power - The Democratic Socialists of America condemn Trump's Venezuela military operation that arrested Nicolás Maduro on narco-terrorism charges.Maduro's capture is 'beginning of the end' for Cuba's regime, House Intelligence chair says - House Intelligence Committee Chairman Rick Crawford says Maduro's capture may destabilize Cuba and Nicaragua.