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Mexican Navy plane crashes off Texas coast, multiple fatalities reported as recovery effort underway

A Mexican Navy plane, on a medical mission, crashed off the Texas coast near Galveston on Monday, resulting in multiple fatalities. Recovery efforts are underway, involving local law enforcement, the ...

5 hours ago 3 min read Americas Benjamin Carter

US must provide deported Venezuelans with fair legal proceedings, federal judge rules

A federal judge ruled on December 22, 2025, that the U.S. government must ensure fair legal proceedings for Venezuelans deported to El Salvador. The decision mandates either their return or proper hea...

7 hours ago 2 min read Americas Harper Simmons

Trump declares that the US will retain control over oil and ships confiscated near the Venezuelan coast.

President Trump announced that the U.S. will maintain control over two Venezuelan oil tankers and their cargo recently seized in the Caribbean Sea. A third tanker, part of a "shadow fleet," is under U...

17 hours ago 3 min read Americas Maya Henderson

U.S. military reports one 'narco-terrorist' killed in new strike on suspected drug boat

The U.S. military announced a successful operation on December 23, 2025, in the eastern Pacific Ocean, where a "narco-terrorist" was killed during a strike on a drug trafficking vessel. This action is...

18 hours ago 3 min read Americas Zoe Harrison

Oil Maintains Four-Day Increase Amid US Blockade of Venezuela

Oil prices continue their four-day rise as the United States enforces a blockade on Venezuelan shipments, keeping Brent near 62 dollars per barrel and WTI around 58. Global tensions and supply shifts ...

21 hours ago 2 min read Americas Connor Blake

Argentine farmers find relief in rain, but remain concerned about harvest risks.

Farmers in Argentina are cautiously optimistic after recent rainfall, providing temporary relief following extreme heat and drought. However, concerns remain about the ongoing risks to crops, with lim...

1 days ago 3 min read Americas Harper Simmons

Illegal activities and criminal organizations exacerbate Amazon deforestation in 2025

In 2025, organized crime and illegal activities are driving severe deforestation across the Amazon. Criminal groups exploit resources like gold, timber, and land, worsening environmental destruction. ...

1 days ago 4 min read Americas Maya Henderson

Chile's Bachelet tells AFP: The world is prepared for a female leader at the helm of the UN

Michelle Bachelet, former president of Chile, aims to become the first female UN Secretary-General. With a long history of political leadership, she believes the world is now ready for a woman to take...

1 days ago 4 min read Americas Connor Blake

Brazilian Supreme Court approves Bolsonaro's release for surgery

This week, Brazil's Supreme Court granted Jair Bolsonaro permission to undergo hernia surgery. The procedure, scheduled for Thursday, marks his first departure from detention since his incarceration i...

1 days ago 3 min read Americas Harper Simmons

Prosecutor reveals Trump's extensive travel on Epstein's plane was more than originally believed

Newly released DOJ emails reveal that Donald Trump was a passenger on Jeffrey Epstein's private jet at least eight times between 1993 and 1996, more than previously reported. While the flight logs don...

1 days ago 4 min read Americas Noah Whitman

Police in Bolivia injured during protests against fuel subsidy cut

Violent protests erupted in La Paz, Bolivia, on December 23, after the government announced the removal of long-standing fuel subsidies. The decision triggered intense clashes between demonstrators an...

1 days ago 3 min read Americas Gavin Porter

Five killed as Mexican navy plane crashes in Texas

On December 23, a Mexican Navy plane crashed into Galveston Bay, Texas, killing five individuals. The aircraft, on a humanitarian mission, was carrying eight people, including Navy personnel and civil...

1 days ago 3 min read Americas Harper Simmons

Venezuela aims to make oil tanker seizures illegal amid Trump's pressure on Maduro

Venezuela's National Assembly has passed a law criminalizing the seizure of oil tankers and other maritime actions interfering with trade. The legislation, aimed at protecting national sovereignty and...

1 days ago 3 min read Americas Caleb Jennings

Trump suggests it would be 'wise' for Venezuela's Maduro to resign

President Donald Trump urged Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro to resign, calling it "wise" while warning of serious consequences if he resists, as the United States boosts its military presence and ti...

1 days ago 3 min read Americas Harper Simmons

Venezuela approves strict penalties for those backing US blockade

Venezuela has passed a law imposing severe penalties of up to twenty years in prison for those who support or finance blockades and actions deemed hostile by the government, marking a sharp response t...

1 days ago 3 min read Americas Grace Ellison

Belgium supports South Africa in bringing genocide case against Israel at ICJ

Belgium has joined South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice, accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. The move follows South Africa's December 2023 filing, alleging Israeli military actio...

2 days ago 3 min read Americas Zoe Harrison

Carney appoints financier as the new Canadian ambassador to the US

Canada has appointed financier Mark Wiseman as its new ambassador to the United States, bringing extensive experience in global finance and investment to strengthen bilateral trade and economic ties a...

2 days ago 5 min read Americas Sophia Brooks

Report: Trump increases pressure in Caribbean by deploying additional troops and special ops aircraft from the US

This week, the U.S. has significantly increased its military presence in the Caribbean, deploying special operations aircraft and troops near Venezuela. President Trump’s intervention targets Venezuel...

2 days ago 3 min read Americas Harper Simmons

Cubans left without power as outages continue and tensions with US rise

Residents of Santa Cruz del Norte face ongoing power outages despite partial restoration of the local thermoelectric plant, forcing families to rely on improvised solutions for heating and cooking whi...

2 days ago 3 min read Americas Natalie Monroe

Chevron Increases Investment in Venezuela Despite Growing U.S. Pressure and Production Risks

Chevron has increased its investment in Venezuela, sending two crude oil shipments in August 2023, marking its first deliveries of the year. Despite growing political instability, U.S.-Venezuela tensi...

2 days ago 4 min read Americas Ethan Caldwell

6 killed in Texas plane crash involving Mexican Navy aircraft

On Monday, a Mexican Navy aircraft crashed near Galveston, Texas, killing six people. The plane, on a humanitarian mission, was carrying eight individuals when the accident occurred. Two survivors are...

2 days ago 2 min read Americas Maya Henderson

Fearing conflict, Venezuelans find solace in Christmas festivities

As Christmas lights brighten Caracas, Venezuelans, like Maria Abreu, seek solace in festive moments, escaping fears of conflict. Amid economic and political crises, the holiday spirit offers brief res...

2 days ago 4 min read Americas Logan Reeves

Bukele dares Hillary Clinton to take El Salvador's entire prison population following criticism

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has responded to criticism from Hillary Clinton over the conditions at the Terrorism Confinement Center (CECOT), a maximum-security prison. Bukele challenged Clint...

2 days ago 3 min read Americas Aiden Foster

New centerpiece unveiled for 2025 Chile Drop in celebration of the New Year.

A stunning new 17-foot chile sculpture, designed and built by New Mexico State University, will be the centerpiece of this year's Las Cruces Chile Drop. Adorned with LED lights, the sculpture symboliz...

2 days ago 3 min read Americas Harper Simmons

US enforces travel restrictions on five Europeans for purported censorship

The United States has imposed travel restrictions on five Europeans accused of suppressing American voices on digital platforms. The individuals, linked to organizations that allegedly pressured U.S. ...

3 days ago 3 min read Americas Natalie Monroe

Trump advises Maduro to resign as US restricts oil exports

Former President Trump has advised Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to resign, as the US intensifies its pressure on Venezuela's oil exports. The Trump administration's strategy includes military o...

3 days ago 4 min read Americas Harper Simmons

UN experts criticize US sanctions on Venezuela

Four UN human rights experts condemned the US partial naval blockade on Venezuela, calling it unlawful under international law. They stressed that the blockade violates the UN Charter, poses humanitar...

3 days ago 3 min read Americas Aiden Foster

Coast Guard awaiting specialized teams in tanker standoff, according to Reuters

The U.S. Coast Guard is monitoring the tanker Bella 1 off Venezuela's coast, awaiting specialized Maritime Security Response Teams (MSRTs) to assist with a high-risk boarding operation. The tanker has...

3 days ago 2 min read Americas Aiden Foster

Bolivian miners demonstrate against removal of fuel subsidies

Miners in Bolivia protested on Wednesday against the government's decision to remove long-standing fuel subsidies. The move, announced by President Rodrigo Paz, marks a shift in economic policy, raisi...

3 days ago 3 min read Americas Sophia Brooks

Trump-supported candidate Nasry Asfura announced as the winner of Honduras' presidential election

Nasry Asfura, the candidate supported by former U.S. President Donald Trump, has been declared the winner of Honduras' 2021 presidential election. His narrow victory, securing 40% of the vote, highlig...

3 days ago 3 min read Americas Maya Henderson