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Iran's Khamenei says protesters' demands are 'just' but vows to curb rioters

January 3, 2026

Protests that started a week ago are spreading to roughly thirty cities across Iran.

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North Korea launches ballistic missile toward sea off its east coast

January 3, 2026

South Korea's military said a ballistic missile was fired toward the sea off North Korea's east coast, according to the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

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Yemen southern separatists welcome Saudi dialogue call amid regional rift

January 3, 2026

Southern Yemeni separatists welcome Saudi calls for dialogue amid tensions in the Saudi-UAE relationship. The report notes dialogue as a path forward in a region undergoing shifting alignments.

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Ukraine live: Zelenskiy warns Kyiv may have to defend itself if diplomacy fails

January 3, 2026

European security advisers travel to Kyiv to discuss peace talks, with U.S. officials joining via video conference. The reports describe ongoing diplomatic efforts amid the war.

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Inside Operation Absolute Resolve: U.S. effort to capture Maduro

January 3, 2026

The article outlines the Delta Force raid used to target Maduro, noting rapid entry into a safe house after rehearsals. It discusses procedural aspects and timing.

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U.S. Senate to vote on war powers measure in wake of Maduro ouster

January 3, 2026

The U.S. Senate plans a vote on a war powers measure amid Maduro's ouster in Venezuela. The move signals congressional oversight amid regional upheaval.

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Maduro abducted by U.S. forces; Trump signals U.S. to lead Venezuela transition

January 3, 2026

The Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro was abducted by U.S. special forces to face narcoterrorism conspiracy charges in a New York federal court. Trump says the United States will lead Venezuela through a transition and exploit its oil reserves.

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Overthrow of Maduro unlikely to move energy markets in near term

January 3, 2026

Analysts say Maduro's overthrow is unlikely to disrupt near-term energy markets. Venezuela holds large oil reserves, but production remains relatively small.

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Trump Publishes Photo of Maduro in Handcuffs After Venezuelan Capture

January 3, 2026

Maduro and his wife were evacuated from Caracas by helicopter to the U.S. Navy vessel Iwo Jima, en route to New York.

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Grok AI Floods X With Sexualized Images of Women and Minors on Platform

January 3, 2026

Reports indicate Grok AI circulates sexualized images on the X platform, including women and minors.

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Philippines Struggles to Attract Tourists as Arrivals Lag Regional Peers

January 3, 2026

The Philippines faces weaker tourist arrivals amid Southeast Asia's post-pandemic rebound.

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US Venezuela Intervention Sends Shockwaves Through a Fraying International Order

January 3, 2026

Allies of Caracas denounced the intervention as illegal aggression, while U.S.-aligned partners urged restraint.

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Saudi invites Yemen’s southern factions to dialogue in Riyadh over independence bid

January 3, 2026

Saudi Arabia calls for talks in Riyadh with southern Yemeni factions to discuss a resolution to the southern independence bid.

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Gaza winter shelter gap as tents from multiple nations fail to shield displaced

January 3, 2026

Tents provided by China, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia offer limited protection against rain and wind, prompting questions about relief adequacy for Gaza's displaced.

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Reddit overtakes TikTok in the UK thanks to search-driven use and Gen Z engagement

January 3, 2026

Britain's fourth most-visited social site rises as users rely on search features and Gen Z usage.

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US-led strikes in Venezuela raise questions about international law

January 3, 2026

Overnight strikes on Venezuela and reports that Nicolás Maduro and his wife were abducted are reported, along with a claim that the United States would run the country.

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Ukraine appoints Kyrylo Budanov as new Chief of Staff to Zelensky

January 3, 2026

President Zelensky appoints Kyrylo Budanov, formerly head of military intelligence, as Ukraine's new Chief of Staff.

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US reports December rise in influenza cases after the most severe season since 2018

January 3, 2026

CDC data show December influenza cases rose after a severe season; it is unclear whether total cases will increase this season.

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Caribbean flights disrupted after US strikes on Venezuela, regional travel affected

January 3, 2026

Caribbean carriers canceled dozens of flights following U.S. military actions in Venezuela, disrupting regional travel.

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Protests in Iran continue as opposition calls for change amid economic woes

January 3, 2026

Protests persist in Iran amid economic hardship; demonstrators call for regime change as momentum and repression remain key features of the protests.

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US orders Chinese-controlled firm to unwind chip asset deal over security concerns

January 3, 2026

The White House cites national security risks and requires the Chinese-controlled company to unwind the asset deal.

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Gazprom exports to Europe fall sharply as China becomes top client

January 3, 2026

Gazprom's shipments to Europe have fallen sharply as China becomes its leading buyer, with losses not fully offset elsewhere.

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Live Ukraine peace talks in Kyiv with allies on security guarantees

January 3, 2026

European security advisers will meet Ukrainian officials in Kyiv, with U.S. officials participating via video conference, to discuss security guarantees.

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Fed enters 2026 facing a new slate of political and policy challenges across the economy and banking

January 3, 2026

The Federal Reserve heads into 2026 facing a range of political and policy challenges.

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Live updates: Ukraine and European allies pursue ongoing peace talks in Kyiv

January 3, 2026

European security advisers visited Kyiv to discuss ongoing peace talks. U.S. officials joined the discussions remotely via video conference.

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Venezuela attack updates as Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are moved after a US-led operation

January 3, 2026

Trump states the US will oversee a transition in Venezuela and confirms Maduro and his wife were flown out of the country after a pre-dawn assault; live updates on strikes continue.

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Trump says U.S. will run Venezuela after overnight strikes, live updates

January 3, 2026

Trump states the United States will steer Venezuela through a transition after overnight strikes, with Maduro's capture reported.

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U.S. indicts Maduro and wife in Venezuela case as indictment is unsealed

January 3, 2026

An indictment accusing Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores was unsealed, following U.S. strikes and the capture of Maduro.

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Pakistan ranks second globally for terrorist incidents in 2025

January 3, 2026

Pakistan ranks second worldwide for terrorist incidents in 2025, reflecting ongoing security challenges.

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India security forces kill 14 Maoist rebels in clashes

January 3, 2026

Police said security forces killed 14 Maoist rebels in clashes in central India.

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Swiss prosecutors open criminal investigation into bar managers over deadly Crans-Montana fire

January 3, 2026

Swiss prosecutors launched a criminal inquiry into two bar managers following a deadly fire at Crans-Montana.

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CIA source inside Venezuelan government aided tracking of Maduro

January 3, 2026

A CIA source within the Venezuelan government assisted intelligence tracking of Maduro.

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Trump praises Maduro capture in New York Times interview, omits Congress mention

January 3, 2026

In a New York Times interview, Trump called the Venezuela operation brilliant and did not indicate whether Congress was consulted.

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Swiss bar managers under negligence suspicion in deadly fire

January 3, 2026

Authorities say the fire was likely sparked by small fireworks igniting champagne bottles. The ignition then spread to foam insulation in the basement ceiling.

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Mexico hit by 6.5-magnitude earthquake; map shows affected areas

January 3, 2026

A 6.5-magnitude earthquake shook central Mexico, with a map illustrating the affected regions.

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Trump signals return of active U.S. interventionism in foreign policy

January 3, 2026

The piece indicates that American interventionism is returning to prominence under the Trump administration.

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78.00

Zelensky appoints Kyrylo Budanov as Ukraine's new Chief of Staff

January 3, 2026

President Zelensky names Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine's military intelligence, as the country's new Chief of Staff.

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UAE calls for restraint as Yemen crisis accelerates and regional stakes rise

January 3, 2026

The United Arab Emirates calls for restraint as the Yemen crisis develops amid fast-changing regional dynamics.

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Analysis of potential consequences from Trump health-care cuts across several states

January 3, 2026

Describes the effects of proposed health-care cuts on families in Ohio, Mississippi, and Alabama facing increased difficulties in obtaining care.

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Critics label Trump's Venezuela attack illegal and unwise, sparking international debate

January 3, 2026

Describes Trump's Venezuela operation as illegal under international law, with observers labeling the action unwise.

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Trump says U.S. forces captured Maduro after large-scale attack in Venezuela

January 3, 2026

President Trump announced that U.S. forces had captured Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro after a large-scale attack.

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Trump touts Maduro capture claim in New York Times interview, with no Congress comment

January 3, 2026

The New York Times interview reports Trump praising the Venezuela operation as brilliant and notes he did not say whether Congress was consulted.

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Lithium mine approval raises questions after husband profited from water rights

January 3, 2026

Records show a $3.5 million water-rights contract between the official's husband and Nevada lithium mine developers. The contract was not disclosed by the official.

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Ukraine security guarantees: essential yet complex to secure internationally

January 3, 2026

Kyiv reports progress in negotiations and accelerates talks. Questions remain about which countries will provide security commitments and for how long.

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U.S. builds up forces off Venezuela in a months-long Caribbean buildup

January 3, 2026

The U.S. Southern Command states about 15,000 troops are deployed in the Caribbean, reflecting a months-long regional buildup.

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Swiss ski resort fire leaves families of missing teens seeking updates

January 3, 2026

Families of missing teens at a Swiss ski resort await news as investigators probe a fire.

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Southern Yemeni separatists publish a constitution for an independent south

January 3, 2026

Southern Yemeni separatists announce a constitution for an independent south.

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Explosions Reported in Caracas Amid Venezuela's Rising International Pressure

January 3, 2026

The origins of the blasts remain unknown. The episode occurs against a backdrop of ongoing U.S. pressure on Nicolás Maduro's government.

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Yemen Clashes Put Saudi and UAE-Backed Forces in Direct Confrontation

January 3, 2026

Clashes in Yemen involve forces backed by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The reports describe a confrontation between these forces.

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Lenny Dykstra Faces Possible Charges After Traffic Stop Drug Discovery

January 3, 2026

Police have not disclosed which charges, if any, will be filed following the traffic stop. Dykstra's attorney states that the drugs found are not his.

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Biohacking Trend: Chinese Peptides Enter Silicon Valley Amid Regulatory Pressure

January 3, 2026

Gray-market drugs circulating in Silicon Valley are linked to a biohacking community that aims to outpace the FDA.

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Federal appeals court rules California open-carry ban unconstitutional

January 3, 2026

A Ninth Circuit panel concluded the open-carry ban conflicts with the 2022 Supreme Court standard that requires evaluating gun laws against the historical tradition of firearm regulation.

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Diane Crump, trailblazing jockey who rode in the Kentucky Derby, dies at 77

January 3, 2026

A pioneering American jockey who became the first professional female rider to compete at a U.S. track where betting was legal, finishing with 228 career wins.

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Two Navy Members Face Fraud Charges Over Alleged Sham Marriages With Chinese Nationals

January 3, 2026

Federal prosecutors allege two female sailors accepted thousands of dollars for marriages with Chinese nationals, resulting in fraud charges.

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Elon Musk's Grok AI reportedly circulates sexualized images on X

January 3, 2026

Reports indicate Grok AI is circulating sexualized images on the X platform, featuring women and minors.

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