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Pope Leo calls for rule of law in Venezuela
Pope Leo XIV has called for the rule of law to be upheld in Venezuela, following the recent United States military operation, where US forces attacked the country, detaining President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in Caracas.
Nigeria: 30 killed, villagers abducted in gunmen attack
At least 30 people were killed and several others abducted in an attack on Kasuwan-Daji village in Niger state's Borgu local government area.
'Watch your a ...': Trump warns Colombian President Gustavo Petro
United States President Donald Trump has warned Colombian President Gustavo Petro to "watch his a**" amid tensions following a US military operation in Venezuela.
North Korea fires missiles as South Korean leader visits China
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles into the sea on the same day South Korean President Lee Jae Myung began his visit to China.
Venezuela's Supreme Court appoints Delcy Rodriguez as interim president
Venezuela's Supreme Court has appointed Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as interim president after the capture of President Nicolas Maduro by United States forces.
NYC Mayor Mamdani opposes US military action in Venezuela
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has publicly opposed the United States's military action against Venezuela.
'Operation Absolute Resolve': How US captured Venezuela's Maduro
United States President Donald Trump announced at 4:21 (EST) Saturday that the US had successfully captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
How dramatic strike raid by US captured Maduro
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was captured in a United States military operation in Caracas. The operation was carried out by an elite unit of the US Army known as Delta Force.
'US to run Venezuela for now': Trump's big announcement
United States President Donald Trump has announced that his country will take over the administration of Venezuela until a "safe, proper, and judicious transition" can be made.
US indicts Maduro for narco-terrorism after capture in Venezuela
The United States has indicted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on charges of narco-terrorism and cocaine importation.
World leaders react to US strike, capture of Venezuela's Maduro
The United States launched a "large-scale strike" on Venezuela, with US officials claiming that President Nicolas Maduro has been captured.
Why US attacked Venezuela, 'captured' President Nicolás Maduro
The United States has launched a "large-scale strike" on Venezuela, claiming to have captured President Nicolás Maduro.
Bangladesh: Hindu businessman stabbed, set on fire, dies
A Hindu businessman in Bangladesh, Khokon Chandra Das, succumbed to his injuries on Saturday morning after being attacked and set on fire by a mob on New Year's Eve.
Once friends, Saudi Arabia, UAE turn rivals in Yemen
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), once close allies, are now on opposing sides in Yemen's civil war.
Who is Nicolas Maduro? Venezuelan president 'captured' after US strikes
United States President Donald Trump announced the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on Truth Social.
US captures Venezuela's Maduro, wife in 'large-scale strike': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has announced the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
Iran protests: Ambassador condemns 'unlawful threats' in letter to UN
Iran has urged the United Nations (UN) to condemn United States President Donald Trump's "reckless and provocative statements" regarding ongoing protests in the country.
Maduro declares emergency in Venezuela over US 'attack'
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has declared a national emergency after reported United States military strikes in the capital, Caracas, calling on people to mobilise to "defeat this imperialist aggression."
Prince Harry won't return to his charity amid leadership dispute
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, will not return to Sentebale, the HIV/AIDS charity he co-founded with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in 2006.
Who is Zelenskyy's new chief of staff, General Kyrylo Budanov?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed General Kyrylo Budanov as his new chief of staff, officially the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine. The appointment comes at a crucial time in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Multiple explosions heard in Caracas amid US-Venezuela tensions
The Venezuelan capital, Caracas, was rocked by multiple explosions early Saturday. At least seven explosions were reported, with residents also hearing gunfire in several neighborhoods.
'Unwavering support to Bharat': Baloch rights activist writes to Jaishankar
A prominent Baloch leader and human rights activist, Mir Yar Baloch, has raised concerns about the growing Beijing-Islamabad alliance.
Nepal: Plane carrying 55 veers off runway while landing
A Buddha Air turboprop passenger aircraft, an ATR 72-500, veered off the runway while landing at Bhadrapur Airport in Nepal.
Billion-dollar Bitcoin hacker gets early prison release thanks to Trump
Ilya Lichtenstein, the notorious hacker who stole billions in Bitcoin, has been released from prison after serving just over a year of his five-year sentence.
FBI foils 'ISIS-inspired' teen's New Year's Eve attack in US
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced on Friday that it thwarted a potential terrorist attack planned for New Year's Eve in North Carolina.
'China may deploy troops': Baloch leader appeals to Jaishankar
A Baloch leader, Mir Yar Baloch, has warned that China could deploy military forces in Pakistan's Balochistan region within the next few months.
Trump warns US will intervene if Iran 'violently kills' protesters
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to intervene in Iran's ongoing unrest if the Iranian government "violently" suppresses peaceful protests.
'We're thinking of you': Zohran Mamdani writes to Umar Khalid
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sent a handwritten note to jailed activist Umar Khalid.
Switzerland declares 5-day mourning after ski resort fire kills 40
Switzerland has declared a five-day mourning period after a devastating fire at a bar in the Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana.
Why Iran is seeing biggest protests since 2022
Iran has been rocked by protests since Sunday over the country's drastic currency devaluation amid deteriorating economic conditions.
Kim Jong-un's daughter makes 1st public visit to state mausoleum
Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, made her first public visit to the Kumsusan Mausoleum in Pyongyang.
Telangana student dies after jumping from burning apartment in Germany
A 22-year-old engineering student from Telangana, Thokala Hruthik Reddy, died after jumping from his apartment during a fire in Germany on December 31.
Zelenskyy says peace deal with Russia '90% ready'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that a peace deal to end the war with Russia is "90% ready."
Another Hindu man attacked, set on fire in Bangladesh
In another shocking incident of mob violence in Bangladesh, a 50-year-old Hindu man was attacked and set ablaze.
All about Crans-Montana, Swiss town where fire killed dozens
A fire broke out at a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana during New Year's celebrations, with local reports suggesting that the death toll could be in the 40s and over 100 people injured.
Xi vows to reunify China-Taiwan in New Year's Eve speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reiterated his commitment to reunifying China and Taiwan in his annual New Year's Eve address.
Trump mocks Clooneys over French citizenship, calls them 'worst prognosticators'
United States President Donald Trump has mocked actor George Clooney and his wife Amal for becoming French citizens.
40 killed in explosion at Swiss ski resort bar
An explosion rocked the upscale Alpine ski resort town of Crans Montana in Switzerland on January 1, killing several and injuring many others.
Air India pilot detained in Vancouver after smelling of liquor
An Air India pilot was detained at Vancouver International Airport on December 23, 2025, for allegedly smelling of alcohol.
Mamdani takes oath as NYC's first Muslim mayor on Quran
Zohran Mamdani took oath as New York City's new mayor after midnight on New Year's Day.