THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 5 • Updated Monday, January 5, 2026 at 08:07 AM UTC

US captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on drug trafficking charges

US forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who faces drug trafficking charges in US courts. The operation has caused regional divisions and raised questions about US intervention.

Sources: AP News


Iran faces widespread protests amid nuclear tensions

Protests continue across Iran as tensions remain high over the country's nuclear program, with demonstrations shaking the nation.

Sources: AP News


North Korea tests hypersonic missile system

North Korea has conducted missile tests involving a hypersonic weapons system, escalating regional tensions.

Sources: AP News


Record $3.2 million bluefin tuna sold at Tokyo's first auction of 2026

A bluefin tuna sold for a record $3.2 million at the year-opening auction at Tokyo's fish market, setting a new benchmark.

Sources: AP News


Berlin power outage affecting 45,000 homes blamed on politically motivated attack

A major power outage in Berlin affecting 45,000 homes has been attributed to a politically motivated attack, causing widespread disruption.

Sources: AP News


Steelers, Panthers, Jaguars secure NFL division titles as Broncos clinch top seed

The Steelers, Panthers, and Jaguars have won their NFL divisions, while the Broncos secured the AFC's No. 1 playoff seed in Week 18.

Sources: AP News


Trump offers US troops to Mexico while ruling out action in Cuba

President Trump has offered to send US troops to Mexico but stated he doesn't believe action is needed in Cuba, amid regional security discussions.

Sources: AP News


Guinea's junta leader confirmed as president-elect after first post-coup vote

Guinea's junta leader has been confirmed as president-elect following the country's first election since the 2021 coup.

Sources: AP News


South Korean movie star Ahn Sung-ki, known as 'The Nation's Actor,' dies at 74

Ahn Sung-ki, a beloved South Korean film star dubbed 'The Nation's Actor,' has passed away at age 74.

Sources: AP News


Avatar: Fire and Ash crosses $1 billion as Hollywood starts 2026 with sci-fi epic No. 1

James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' has surpassed $1 billion globally, leading the box office as Hollywood begins 2026.

Sources: AP News