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Volume 2 • Issue No. 4 • Updated Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 12:21 AM UTC

US captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in military operation

US forces conducted airstrikes in Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, who are being transported to New York to face criminal charges including narco-terrorism and drug trafficking. The operation has sparked international debate over its legality and raised questions about Venezuela's future governance.

Sources: AP News, NPR


Deadly fire kills 40 at Swiss Alpine bar during New Year's celebrations

A devastating fire at a bar in the Swiss Alps resulted in 40 fatalities during New Year's celebrations, prompting an investigation into the bar's management and widespread mourning across Switzerland.

Sources: AP News


North Korea launches ballistic missile into the sea

Sources: AP News


Wisconsin judge resigns after conviction for obstructing immigrant arrest

Sources: AP News


Tesla loses title as world's top electric vehicle maker amid sales decline

Sources: AP News


Health subsidies expire, causing insurance cost hikes for millions of Americans

Sources: AP News


Trial begins for police officer charged in delayed Uvalde school shooting response

Sources: AP News


Iran's leader threatens rioters as protest death toll reaches at least 10

Sources: AP News


BTS announces March comeback date after nearly four-year hiatus

Sources: AP News


DHS pauses immigration applications from 20 additional countries

Sources: NPR