Sunday, January 4, 2026

Deposed Maduro To Face Charges In NYC

As a huge number of questions remain about the future of Venezuela, there is some clarity about the immediate future of the country's deposed leader Nicolas Maduro.


Following his removal from Caracas by US special forces, the Venezuelan President and his wife are currently under heavily armed guard at a detention centre in New York, as Nick Harper reports.


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Saturday, January 3, 2026

EU calls for de-escalation in Venezuela

The European Union has called for de-escalation following U.S. strikes
on Venezuela and the capture of the county's president, Nicolas
Maduro.

Spain meanwhile has offered to help achieve a negotiated solution to the crisis.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.


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US Captures Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro

The US has captured Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.


The raid took place overnight in Caracas, as part of "large-scale" strikes against the country, according to US President Donald Trump.


Mary Triny Mena is in Caracas, and has more on what's happened…


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Friday, January 2, 2026

Trump pushes back over health scrutiny

US President Donald Trump is pushing back against growing scrutiny of his health, even as new reporting details signs of aging behind the scenes at the White House.

The 79-year-old leader would be the oldest-ever US president by the time he finishes his term.

Ira Spitzer has more.


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Trump says US “locked and loaded” if peaceful protestors are killed in Iran

President Donald Trump says the US is "locked and loaded and ready to go" if peaceful protestors are killed in Iran amid nationwide unrest.  At least six people have been killed and 17 wounded during the mass demonstrations. It's the biggest threat to Iran's government since 2022 - when protests erupted over the death of a young woman who was arrested for allegedly not wearing her hijab correctly. Toni Waterman has more from Washington

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Pakistan clears Norse Atlantic for direct London flights

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Pakistan has allowed Norse Atlantic to resume direct flights from the UK

The move follows Islamabad's announcement earlier this week welcoming the return of direct flights to London after six years. 

Operations had been suspended due to concerns over aviation safety standards.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. 

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FTSE 100 HITS SYMBOLIC MILESTONE

The UK's FTSE 100 has passed 10,000 points for the first time - a symbolic milestone after a positive year for the country's main index.

Its value rose 21% over the course of 2025, beating international rivals like America's S&P 500.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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Israel explores using crocodiles as prison defense

Senior Israeli prison officials have visited a crocodile farm for an
information gathering visit after Israel's National Security Minister
proposed building a new prison surrounded by crocodiles

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

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France to treat some of the people injured in deadly Swiss bar fire

France is treating some of the people who were injured in the deadly bar fire in neighbouring Switzerland.

At least 40 people were killed and more than 100 others were injured in the blaze, the majority of whom are in intensive care.

Ross Cullen reports.

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English Channel Small Boat Crossings Increase

More than 41-thousand migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats in 2025.

It's the second highest annual figure on record.

In November, the UK home secretary announced changes to try and combat the issue - including making it easier to deport people.


Political advisor Danny Shaw, says he isn't convinced they'll make much of a difference.


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Ship seized by Finland transporting sanctioned Russian steel

A ship accused of damaging an undersea telecommunications cable was
reportedly carrying sanctioned Russian steel.

The Fitburg vessel was stopped on Wednesday by Finnish authorities as
it was traveling from St Petersburg to a port in Israel.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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UK NHS ROLLS OUT CHICKENPOX VACCINE

A vaccine protecting against chickenpox is being rolled out on the UK's National Health Service for the first time.

Children across the UK will be offered a combined jab alongside the MMR vaccine.

Until now, parents wanting to protect their children have had to pay for the vaccine privately.

Stephanie Tingley, who's a nurse at Great Ormond Street Hospital, says it's great news.

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SWITZERLAND FIRE SEARCH CONTINUES

Investigators are still searching for victims of a fire at a Swiss ski resort which killed around 40 people.

More than 100 people were also injured at the New Year's Eve party in Crans-Montana not long after midnight.

Switzerland's President Guy Parmelin ays it's one of the 'worst tragedies' his country has ever experienced.

Times journalist David Chazan says the cause of the fire is not fully clear yet.

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After Multiple Delays, India’s Moon Mission’s First Uncrewed Flight Now Likely In March

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India's ambitious human spaceflight programme has faced repeated setbacks, with timelines slipping several times over the past few years. Now, space officials say the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission is finally likely to lift off by March, marking a cautious step forward after prolonged delays.

Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.

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Thursday, January 1, 2026

PILOT SCHEME TO GET MORE CHILDREN VACCINATED STARTS IN ENGLAND

A pilot scheme to increase the number of vaccinated children in England has been launched amid poor vaccine uptake.

Nurses will go door-to-door to reach families not registered with a GP or who have other issues preventing them getting recommended vaccinations.

Stuart Smith has more.

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Trump delays tariff hike on furniture and kitchen cabinets as affordability crisis bites

The White House says planned tariff hikes on items like furniture and kitchen cabinets are being pushed back one year. The delay comes as the administration insists its trade strategy is working - even as high prices continue to frustrate voters. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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Trump says he's taking the National Guard out of Chicago, LA and Portland

Donald Trump is taking the National Guard out of Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland.

It comes after the US President faced pushback from the courts over his deployment of troops.

Jagruti Dave has more from Washington.

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Ukraine says peace plan 90% done

Ukraine's president says a peace agreement to end the war with Russia
is nearly complete but warns that it will not make a deal at any cost.

Russia's president meanwhile in his end of year address said that
victory would be achieved.

Europe correspondent William Denselow reports.


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'Several Dozen' Presumed Dead In Swiss Ski Resort Fire

Police in Switzerland say 'several dozen' people are presumed dead - and more than a hundred have been injured- after a fire at a bar in the Swiss Alps.


It's believed the fire spread rapidly after breaking out at roughly 1.30 in the morning local time at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana. ((Pron: Cron-Montana))


10 helicopters, 40 ambulances and 150 responders were sent to the scene. Many of the injured are suffering from severe burns, and have been sent to specialist treatment centres.


Authorities say it's not being treated as terror related.


Speaking through an interpreter, Stéphane Ganzer, head of security for the Valais canton, says authorities have ruled out an attack:


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US firm and India's state run power company team up to power nuclear ambitions

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India is moving closer to thorium based nuclear energy as a US firm has partnered with state-owned NTPC to develop thorium fuel for India's reactors.

It's a strategic move that could reshape the country's energy security and mark another step in deepening India-US atomic energy cooperation.

Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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