Maduro says Venezuela open to talks with US, remains mum on dock attack
Venezuela leader strikes conciliatory tone while renewing claim US wants to topple government for vast oil reserves.
Day: January 2, 2026
One of Switzerland’s worst tragedies left about 40 people dead after a fire in an Alpine resort bar
A New Year’s party at a Swiss Alpine bar turned into a tragedy after about 40 people died in a fire and another roughly 115 were injured, mostly seriously
Handshake in Dhaka: Can India and Pakistan revive ties in 2026?
An unexpected handshake in Dhaka has prompted debate on whether India and Pakistan might restart talks in 2026.
Israeli hostage released from 2 years of captivity in Gaza struggles to rebuild his life
Israeli Segev Kalfon spent two years in captivity in a Hamas tunnel in Gaza after being taken hostage at a music festival on Oct. 7, 2023.
Seattle Kraken score 3 goals early, cruise to win over Predators
The Kraken kicked off 2026 with a rarity, of late — an easy victory. With three first-period goals, Seattle beat Nashville on Thursday night to increase its point streak to six games.
Currency collapse and soaring inflation: Iran protests turn deadly — 10 things to know
Widespread protests have erupted across Iran, fueled by a severe economic crisis and soaring inflation. At least seven people, including protesters and security personnel, have died in clashes as demonstrations spread from Tehran to rural provinces. Au…
Swiss ski resort fire: Bar owners’ links to UK discovered as people still missing
Jacques Moretti and wife Jessica are powerful figures in the Swiss hospitality industry and owned Le Constellation bar
China taxes condoms, contraceptive drugs in bid to spur birth rate
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Seattle police arrest armed man near Space Needle on New Year’s Eve
Police officers arrested an armed man near the Space Needle during Seattle’s New Year’s Eve celebration, the Seattle Police Department said Thursday. At about 7:20 p.m., officers responded to reports of a man holding a shotgun while sitting…
Elon Musk’s Donates $100 Million Worth Of Tesla Shares On New Year
The filing did not disclose what the charities were, but the recipients of the donation indicated they “had no current intention” to sell the shares.