Many Venezuelans around the world are celebrating the arrest of deposed President Nicolás Maduro, but those in the country itself are in a state of deep uncertainty after the U.S. bombed their capital city. Here's an eyewitness account, published in Global Voices.
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A new, terrifying sound: A Venezuelan account of the the attack on Caracas
“I thought Venezuelans had already heard every sound the country’s violence had to offer. But this was something new — terrifying in its unfa...
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The White House says the U.S. is discussing "a range of options" to "acquire" Greenland, including use of the military. Here's more from [@BBCNews](
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US discussing options to acquire Greenland including using military - White House
It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.
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There are eight elections to watch in the U.S. this month. Here's @BoltsMag.org's breakdown. The main thing to look out for: Will the Democrats keep their momentum from 2025?
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The 8 Elections to Watch This January - Bolts
Welcome to 2026, a busy election cycle that’ll determine control of Congress, thousands of prosecutors and sheriffs, and the governors of most st...
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops reelection bid amid scrutiny over his handling of alleged fraud cases. NBC News reports on the surprise announcement:
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is dropping re-election bid
The announcement comes amid heightened scrutiny of the state's handling of alleged child care fraud. Sen. Amy Klobuchar is now considering a bid fo...
 Walz was the 2024 vice presidential candidate. #TimWalz #News #Minnesota #USPolitics #Politics
Say what? Trump Media, which runs Truth Social, to merge with nuclear fusion company in $6B deal. CNBC reports: "There are currently no commercial plants producing electricity using fusion, a futuristic technology that carries the potential to generate abundant energy without the risks associated with nuclear power."
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Trump Media announces $6 billion merger with fusion company TAE Technologies; DJT stock soars 33%
Trump Media and Technology Group announced a merger agreement with fusion power company TAE Technologies valued at more than $6 billion.
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For the first time in modern state history, a Democrat is running in every race on the Texas ballot next year, thanks to a recruitment campaign by Democratic groups and politicians. “No Republican gets a free ride in Texas,” Texas Democratic Party Chair Kendall Scudder said in an interview. Here's more from Texas Tribune.
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Texas Democrats fill up every state and federal race in 2026
Texas Majority PAC and the Texas Democratic Party recruited 104 candidates to fill uncontested races. Gov. Greg Abbott’s strategist said it amoun...
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It's challenging to pick just 10 top news stories in a year like 2025. Here are our choices, focusing on the consequential changes in U.S. government and democracy.
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2025: Year in News
It's challenging to pick just 10 top news stories in a year like 2025. Here are our choices, focusing on the consequential changes in our governmen...
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A petition signed by 300,000 people that demands Missouri's gerrymandered congressional map be put to voters has been submitted to the secretary of state. The Missouri Independent explains what happens next. https://flip.it/uk15FS #Missouri #USPolitics #Gerrymandering #USCongress #USNews