BC News has the story.
USA President Donald Trump suspended the country's support for 66 international organizations, including the UN treaty that establishes international climate negotiations, as the U.S. further retreats from global co-operation.
Thursday, 8 January 2026
Russia reacts to US strike on Venezuela
Sky News has the story.
Russia has condemned the USA for carrying out an "act of armed aggression" on Venezuela.
The Russian foreign ministry said in a statement: "This is a matter of deep concern and condemnation. The pre-text used to justify such actions are unfounded."
It comes after Donald Trump announced the US has carried out a "large-scale strike" and captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
Trump: Venezuelan leader Maduro 'captured and flown out of the country'
DW News has the story.
The USA has confirmed that its military has carried out a large-scale operation in Venezuela. President Donald Trump said Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was "captured and flown out of the country" by US troops and law enforcement authorities. Footage on social media captured a series of blasts in the capital Caracas while jets were seen flying over the city at around 2 am local time. Venezuela has declared a national emergency and said it will 'resist the presence of foreign troops'. Trump will hold a press conference later today, with more details to follow.
00:00 Trump: US forces have captured Venezuelan leader
00:42 DW speaks with Ivo Hernandez, Latin American Expert currently in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Swiss Ski Resort Fire: Champagne sparklers likely caused deadly tragedy, officials say
CNN has the story.
Sparklers on champagne bottles that came too close to the ceiling likely caused the Swiss ski resort bar fire that killed at least 40 people during a New Year’s party, officials said today. This appeared to lead to a flashover, in which everything in a room ignites almost simultaneously. Swiss prosecutors have opened an investigation into possible criminal responsibility.
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