Was the arrest of Nicolás Maduro legal?
The U.S. strikes in Venezuela are sure to reignite a centuries-old debate about when the president can deploy the military.
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Who is María Corina Machado, Venezuela's Nobel Peace Prize winning opposition leader?
The United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Opposition leader María Corina Machado has been one of his biggest critics.
Trump administration misled Congress before Maduro raid, Democrats say
The attack to seize Venezuela’s president came months after Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers the administration didn’t intend to invade the country.
Joint UK-French air strike targets IS arms cache in Syria
RAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an underground Islamic State arms cache in Syria, UK officials say.
Who are the key Venezuelan political players after Maduro's capture?
The Trump administration's move to capture and remove from power Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday has sparked a political crisis in the South American country after more than a decade under the strongman's rule. Maduro, whom the U.S. government views as an
Overthrowing the Venezuelan Government Was Radical Even for Trump
You can watch this episode of Right Now With Perry Bacon above or by following this show on YouTube or Substack . President Trump’s decision to have U.S forces attack Venezuela and capture president Nicolás Maduro was one of the most radical of his administration, says
Tony Dokoupil Starts ‘CBS Evening News’ Run With Long Pete Hegseth Interview
This probably wasn’t the kickoff to a run on “CBS Evening News” that Tony Dokoupil — or his bosses — envisioned. The anchor, a veteran of CBS News’ morning program, was to have launched his tenure Monday, but a stunning attack on Venezuela by U.S. forces followed by an
In Venezuela raid, the specter of U.S. regime change returns to Latin America
The Maduro raid is a strategic gamble with an unpredictable outcome in a deeply divided region, dramatically altering the security dynamic across South America.
Shop for marble, threaten Iran, capture Maduro: Trump's dizzying holiday routine
By Gram Slattery PALM BEACH, Florida, Jan 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump capped the holidays with an unprecedented strike on Venezuela, overseeing a surprise snatch-and-grab operation early on Saturday targeted at Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. The dramatic
Leonardo DiCaprio to Miss Palm Springs Film Fest Awards Gala
DiCaprio will still have his presence known, as a source indicates he will send in a recorded acceptance speech that will play after a tribute from his 'One Battle After Another' co-stars Teyana Taylor and Chase Infiniti.
North Korea fires ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast
The last time Pyongyang tested its ballistic missile was in November.
Leonardo DiCaprio to Miss Palm Springs Film Fest Gala Due to Venezuela Air Restrictions (EXCLUSIVE)
This year’s Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala will be a touch less star-studded as Leonardo DiCaprio will miss Saturday night’s ceremony amid the developing geopolitical situation in Venezuela. DiCaprio was set to receive the Desert Palm Achievement Award for
Leonardo DiCaprio Questions if “People Still Have the Appetite” for Movie Theaters
“Will cinemas become silos — like jazz bars?” the ‘One Battle After Another’ actor said of the moviegoing experience.
North Korea fires ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast
SEOUL, Jan 4 - North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement on Sunday.
America’s chip export controls are working
In December of 2024, before Trump took office, I wrote about the disturbing possibility that the man once known as a consummate China hawk would sell America out to its great rival. I wrote that the key tell would be whether Trump dropped the export controls on chips and
Trump coins 'Don-roe Doctrine' as he explains Venezuela operation
President Trump on Saturday said the operation in Venezuela, which culminated with strikes on the capital and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, were part of what he coined the "Don-roe Doctrine." Trump said under Maduro, Venezuela hosted "foreign adversaries
How the military operation to capture Maduro unfolded
Though much remains unknown about the raid, a review of visuals by The Washington Post and an account given by officials identify key moments and locations.
How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China
The plushies bring "emotional value" to Chinese youth navigating economic uncertainty.
At least four killed in protest clashes in western Iran: rights groups
At least four people were killed in western Iran on Saturday in clashes between protesters and security forces, two rights groups said, accusing Revolutionary Guards of opening fire on demonstrators. Protests carried on in several cities nationwide throughout Saturday, the
What we know about Maduro's capture and US plan to 'run' Venezuela
Donald Trump said the US would "run" Venezuela until a "safe" transition after his forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
This ancient fossil could rewrite the story of human origins
Scientists may have cracked the case of whether a seven-million-year-old fossil could walk upright. A new study found strong anatomical evidence that Sahelanthropus tchadensis was bipedal, including a ligament attachment seen only in human ancestors. Despite its ape-like
‘One Battle After Another’ Wins Best Picture at National Society of Film Critics Awards
The National Society of Film Critics awarded “One Battle After Another” best picture for 2025. The film took home four awards in total, including best director for Paul Thomas Anderson, best supporting actress for Teyana Taylor and best supporting actor for Benicio del Toro.
Sunday shows preview: Trump operation in Venezuela draws praise, condemnation
President Trump dropped a bombshell early Saturday when he announced U.S. strikes against Venezuela and the capture of the country's strongman leader, Nicolás Maduro. At a news conference at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort later in the day, the president detailed a plan for the U.S.
Trump says Machado 'doesn't have the support' in Venezuela, wasn't consulted
President Trump on Saturday said Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado "doesn't have the support" within Venezuela to be its next leader after U.S. troops captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and said she was not consulted prior to the operation. "I think
The hidden timing system that shapes how you think
The brain constantly blends split-second reactions with slower, more thoughtful processing, and new research shows how it pulls this off. Scientists discovered that brain regions operate on different internal clocks and rely on white matter connections to share information
Like with Iran, Trump launched a 'clean' attack on Venezuela
The Saturday attack echoes a familiar pattern, especially for Israelis. The U.S. attack on the Iranian nuclear plant Fordow didn't involve the physical occupation of territory, and Trump's base won't accuse him of dragging the U.S. into another war
U.S. capture of Maduro may be illegal; that likely won’t matter in court
The Venezuelan leader faces a multi-count indictment in New York. Experts in international law question his arrest, but that probably will not affect his trial.
Is Cuba next after Maduro’s capture?
Nicolás Maduro was the head of the Venezuelan dictatorship, but his removal not only signals the coming liquidation of the Venezuelan cartels and thugs; it also has a dramatic immediate impact on Cuba. Is Cuba next? Cuba has an extensive presence in Venezuela and Cuban
Falklands, Argentina recalls the 193 anniversary of UK “illegitimate” occupation and calls for bilateral dialogue
In its annual routine statement, the Argentine Foreign ministry has recalled the 193rd anniversary of 3 January 1833, when ‘the illegitimate occupation of the Malvinas Islands’ and ‘has reaffirmed its legitimate and imprescriptible sovereignty rights over the Malvinas, South
China condemns U.S. strike in Venezuela, hours after diplomat met with Maduro
China, a longtime ally of Venezuela, condemned the U.S. strike and capture of President Nicolás Maduro, which came hours after a high-level diplomatic meeting.
Trump’s judicial battles raise profiles of federal judges
The Trump administration’s escalating clash with the judiciary over immigration, spending priorities and more is turning previously unknown judges like James Boasberg and Paula Xinis into household names. The judiciary has been a notable battleground in President Trump’s first
How to Watch Amanda Serrano vs. Erika Cruz 2 Boxing Live Online
After facing off against each other back in Feb. 2023, Mexican boxer Erika Cruz is looking for revenge after Puerto Rican fighter Amanda Serrano defeated her in an unanimous decision. And now, WBA and WBO featherweight champion Serrano, defense her titles against the dangerous
Five key takeaways on Trump’s stunning toppling of Maduro
President Trump sent shockwaves throughout the world when the U.S. successfully carried out an operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The large scale operation took place in the early hours of Saturday and involved more than 150 U.S. aircraft. Maduro and
Six questions about the capture of Maduro
On a day when most reporters are chasing facts, NPR's Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep has a few questions.
Littler masterclass seals back-to-back world titles
Luke Littler produces a stunning display to thrash Gian van Veen 7-1 and win the PDC World Championship for the second year running.
Maduro is Venezuela's only president, says VP Delcy Rodriguez
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez on Saturday said President Nicolás Maduro is their country's only president, several hours after U.S. troops captured him and his wife to face charges in New York. "There is only one president in Venezuela, and his name is Nicolas
Leonardo DiCaprio Wonders if ‘People Still Have the Appetite’ for Movie Theaters: Will They Become ‘Like Jazz Bars?’
Leonardo DiCaprio is worried about the future of moviegoing. During a recent interview with The Times of London, the “Titanic” star questioned if “people still have the appetite” for movie theaters. He also pondered if cinemas would “become silos – like jazz bars?” “It’s
Trump says US will 'run' Venezuela and 'fix oil infrastructure'
The US launched strikes on Venezuela on Saturday in which Maduro and his wife were captured by US forces.
Beyond silicon: These shape-shifting molecules could be the future of AI hardware
Scientists have developed molecular devices that can switch roles, behaving as memory, logic, or learning elements within the same structure. The breakthrough comes from precise chemical design that lets electrons and ions reorganize dynamically. Unlike conventional