Donald Trump’s electoral win has buoyed the hopes of Brazil’s former president, Jair Bolsonaro, who faces a ban from public office until 2030 due to a ruling by Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court. Dubbed the “Trump of the Tropics,” Bolsonaro’s ban stems from accusations of abusing his power and making unfounded attacks on Brazil’s electronic voting […]
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Lebanon’s Newly Elected President Adopts Nationalist Stance Amidst Regional Changes and Hezbollah’s Weakening
After a two-year stalemate, Lebanon’s parliament elected a new president on Thursday. Joseph Aoun, the chief of the country’s armed forces, secured a majority vote.
Confusion over Venezuelan Opposition Leader’s Arrest Amid Maduro Inauguration Protests “`
Reports of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s arrest on Thursday were quickly followed by official denials, creating confusion amidst ongoing protests against Nicolás Maduro’s continued rule. Machado’s movements after addressing supporters remain unclear. After leaving a rally, she traveled in a motorcade to an undisclosed location. Machado’s press team initially reported that security forces […]
Large-scale Venezuelan opposition protests precede Maduro’s inauguration “`
On Thursday, Venezuelan opposition groups and supporters, including Machado who had been in hiding, staged nationwide protests to pressure President Nicolás Maduro before his upcoming third-term inauguration. A dispute over last year’s presidential election, which both the opposition and the ruling party claim to have won, continues. Maduro’s victory in July’s election is declared by […]
Poland ensures Netanyahu’s safety at Auschwitz commemoration “`
Poland’s government issued a resolution Thursday guaranteeing the safety and freedom of movement for top Israeli officials attending the 80th anniversary commemoration of Auschwitz-Birkenau’s liberation later this month. This includes ensuring the safety of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu is subject to an arrest warrant issued last year by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for […]
Kremlin Monitors Trump’s Assertions on Greenland “`
The Kremlin announced on Thursday that it’s closely monitoring President-elect Donald Trump’s “dramatic” statements regarding potential expansionist actions, including acquiring Greenland and incorporating Canada as a U.S. state, alongside his comments on the Panama Canal. “The Arctic is a region vital to our national and strategic interests,” a spokesperson stated, according to a Reuters transcript. […]
Panama Canal Authority Rejects Trump’s Claim of Chinese Control, Cites End of Neutrality Treaty as Source of Instability “`
The Panama Canal Authority administrator, Ricaurte Vásquez Morales, refuted President-elect Donald Trump’s claim that China controls the Panama Canal. He stated on Wednesday that allegations of Chinese control are baseless and that China has no operational involvement. Vásquez Morales emphasized the importance of adhering to established rules, asserting that any preferential treatment, including for China […]
166-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Footprints Unearthed in England
A quarry worker in southern England unearthed a remarkable discovery: nearly 200 dinosaur footprints, forming a “dinosaur highway,” dating back 166 million years. This exceptional find, resulting from a June excavation at Dewars Farm Quarry in Oxfordshire by a team exceeding 100 individuals, builds upon prior discoveries in the region and offers invaluable insights into […]
Israel Submits UN Report Detailing Hamas’ Brutal Hostage Treatment “`
A new Israeli Ministry of Health report, submitted to the United Nations, details the horrific suffering endured by hostages released from Hamas captivity. Testimonies from freed hostages, including two children who were bound and beaten, reveal brutal treatment involving burns from heated objects and lasting injuries. Women described sexual assaults at gunpoint and forced nudity, […]
Greenland’s Geopolitical Importance and the Debate Over its Future “`
Following Donald Trump Jr.’s recent Greenland visit, President-elect Trump’s statements regarding the island’s acquisition have intensified. During a Mar-a-Lago press conference, President-elect Trump refused to rule out using military or economic pressure to acquire Greenland. He stated the island’s acquisition is crucial for U.S. national security and the protection of the free world. Conversely, Denmark’s […]
Infant Girl Born Aboard Migrant Boat Bound for Canary Islands “`
A baby girl was born aboard an overcrowded migrant boat en route to Spain’s Canary Islands and is now receiving hospital treatment, along with her mother; both are reported to be in good health, according to medical and regional government officials on Thursday. Dr. Maria Sabalich, emergency coordinator at Lanzarote’s Molina Orosa University Hospital, told […]
UK Parliament Rejects National Inquiry into Child Sex Abuse Scandal Amid Musk’s Advocacy “`
The House of Commons rejected an amendment proposing a nationwide inquiry into the UK grooming gang scandal on Wednesday. Opposition stemmed from concerns about the amendment’s presentation and amidst growing international attention fueled by Elon Musk. The amendment, attached to a Labour government-backed children’s well-being and schools bill, sought a statutory inquiry into the scandal […]
Venezuela Arrests Two US Citizens on Terrorism Charges Ahead of Maduro’s Inauguration “`
Venezuelan authorities have arrested two U.S. citizens, along with five others from Colombia and Ukraine, on accusations of planning terrorist acts. The charges remain vague, but President Nicolás Maduro claims they are part of a larger group of 125 foreign mercenaries from 25 countries. Maduro, who’s set to be inaugurated for a third term despite […]
Missing Hiker Survives Two Weeks in Australian Mountains
A missing medical student, 23-year-old Hadi Nazari from Melbourne, has been found after two weeks lost in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales. Nazari, who went missing on December 26th, 2024, after separating from his hiking companions to take photographs, survived on foraged berries, creek water, and two muesli bars. He was located Wednesday […]
US Targets Houthi Weapons Sites Used to Attack US Ships “`
The U.S. military announced Wednesday that it had conducted precision strikes against two Houthi underground weapons storage facilities in Yemen. These facilities were reportedly used to target naval and commercial ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that the strikes targeted Iranian-backed Houthi Advanced Conventional Weapon (ACW) storage […]
Mexican Authorities Provide Protection to Singer Natanael Cano Amid Cartel Threats “`
Following public threats, Mexican authorities have confirmed they are providing state protection to renowned regional Mexican singer Natanael Cano and other artists. A banner threatening the lives of Cano, a corrido singer, and several other artists in Sonora circulated online over the weekend. The banner, seemingly from the “Jalisco Matasalas” group—a faction within the Sinaloa […]
US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Reject Georgian Government Amid Protests
FIRST ON FOX – A new bill, the “Georgian Nightmare Non-Recognition Act,” will be introduced by Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.) and Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.). This legislation aims to prevent the United States from recognizing the Georgian Dream government, citing ongoing anti-government protests and alleged human rights abuses. The bill explicitly prohibits any federal action […]
Italian Journalist Cecilia Sala Released from Iranian Detention “`
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Iran for three weeks, has been released and is returning home, Italian officials announced Wednesday. Her release followed “intensive diplomatic and intelligence efforts,” with the Italian Prime Minister personally informing Sala’s parents. Iranian media reported her release, citing foreign news sources, but offered no official statement. Sala, a reporter […]
Nine Miners Trapped in Flooded Assam Coal Mine
At least nine miners are trapped in a flooded coal mine in India’s northeastern Assam state, officials reported Tuesday, prompting the deployment of the army for rescue efforts. The incident occurred Monday morning in Umrangso, Dima Hasao district, approximately 200 kilometers south of Guwahati. According to Kaushik Rai, a state minister overseeing the rescue, the […]
Trump Threatens Retaliation if Hostages Not Freed Before Inauguration “`
President-elect Trump reiterated his warning that serious consequences will follow if the hostages are not released before his inauguration on January 20th. He was referring to the approximately 96 hostages held by Hamas, with only about 50 believed to be still alive, including three Americans. Trump’s statement, made alongside Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, emphasized […]