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America enters 2026 with three mass shootings in Mississippi, Texas and Dallas, highlighting the ongoing gun violence crisis and renewed debate over public safety and policy under Donald Trump's political return.

Independent journalist Nick Shirley receives 'Kirked' death threats after viral daycare fraud video; federal intervention triggered amid harassment campaign.

US military action against Venezuela's government unfolds as Chinese diplomatic engagement intensifies, raising strategic questions in Washington and Beijing.

Elon Musk claimed decades-old studies and the movie Silence of the Lambs show links between transvestism and violent crimes, while criticising trans ideology.

A comprehensive analysis of the US military strike in Venezuela, allegations of imperialism, and how Caracas's vast oil reserves are shaping international pressure on the UK and global diplomacy.

The United States launched military strikes on Venezuela and says it has captured President Nicolás Maduro; critics now question potential Venezuelan retaliation and implications for US foreign policy and regional stability.

Elon Musk urges users to try Grok's AI for blood tests, X-rays and MRI analysis, but others warn about privacy risks and past incidents of inappropriate outputs.

US military strikes in Venezuela, including the reported capture of President Maduro, have sparked constitutional and international law concerns, with lawmakers and experts saying Congress was not consulted or authorised such action.

As Epstein files draw attention, questions resurface about whether a Palm Beach property deal ended his friendship with Trump.

Donald Trump faces intense scrutiny and mockery from political critics after repeating claims that he 'aced' a cognitive exam despite inconsistencies in his timeline.

Barron Trump's visibly uncomfortable reaction to his parents' New Year's kiss at Mar-a-Lago sparks speculation about the first family dynamics, with the 19-year-old maintaining his fiercely private persona whilst attending the exclusive Palm Beach celebration alongside Donald and Melania Trump.

Trump says US forces captured and removed Venezuela's Maduro in a dramatic strike, reviving fears of US intervention across Latin America.

Trump's massive Venezuelan air assault contradicts his 'no more wars' pledge, sparking backlash from Fox News and supporters questioning the president's military strategy.

Karoline Leavitt attacks Rama Duwaji's $630 designer boots as 'classic communist' hypocrisy amid Zohran Mamdani's affordable housing promises.

Angelina Jolie visited Egypt's Rafah crossing on 2 January, calling aid delays deadly as Israel suspends 37 aid groups in Gaza.

Minnesota disputes viral child care fraud claims, confirming 8 of 9 inspected centres are operating as expected.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani creates Office of Mass Engagement led by DSA organiser Tascha Van Auken, bringing campaign's 100,000 volunteers into City Hall.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani sparks controversy by revoking Israel-related executive orders, drawing both criticism and praise over free speech and antisemitism.

Lara Trump pushes back on Donald Trump's claim that exercise is 'boring' during a Fox & Friends fitness segment, highlighting contrasting views on health as she promotes her activewear brand and athletic lifestyle.

Cilia Flores, Maduro's wife and Venezuela's hidden power broker, captured by US forces. Lawyer-turned-revolutionary faced narco-trafficking scandal.

Trump reveals he ignores doctors' advice on aspirin and regrets taking heart scans that fueled health speculations.

Trump hails 'brilliant' Delta Force capture of Maduro after Venezuela strikes. Caracas burns as Russia condemns aggression. Oil, drugs, migration at stake.

New Yorkers express disappointment after old posts by the New York City mayor X account, now handled by Zohran Mamdani, praised the Red Sox.

A 6.5‑magnitude earthquake shook Mexico City, causing tall buildings and the iconic Angel of Independence to sway visibly as residents evacuated.

Trump claims Maduro captured after US strikes Venezuela. Caracas burns as regional leaders condemn aggression. Has regime change begun?

The Kremlin is looking to legitimise its accusation of Ukraine launching drone strikes on Putin's residence despite Kyiv and the CIA informing Trump that the claims are false.

California congressional candidate vows to charge federal immigration officers with crimes and revoke licences if they wear masks during operations.

Trump visited golf clubs 88 times in 2025, spending quarter of second term at courses as costs to taxpayers exceed $110 million

Teen arrested after year-long plot to attack Mint Hill grocery store and restaurant on New Year's Eve using knives and hammers.