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Trump administration slashes funding for substance abuse and mental health programs nationwide
NEW YORK (AP) — The Trump administration has made abrupt and sweeping cuts to substance abuse and mental health programs across the country in a move that advocates said will jeopardize the lives of…
Trump Administration Slashes Mental Health and Addiction Grants: Report
Experts say the reported grant cuts will exacerbate the country’s addiction crisis
Tim McGraw to headline entertainment for 2026 NHL Stadium Series in Tampa
Country music superstar will perform during 1st intermission of Lightning-Bruins game at Raymond James Stadium
Rubio says US does not know whereabouts of 137 Venezuelans deported under the Alien Enemies Act
The Trump administration does not know the whereabouts of 137 Venezuelans it unlawfully deported last year, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, adding that attempting to offer them due process would impact US foreign policy interests in the country.
Japan’s new PM Takaichi eyes parliament dissolution for snap polls: Report
Country's first female prime minister hopes a bigger majority will help her implement her political and fiscal agenda.
Trump says any country doing business with Iran will face 25 percent tariff
The US president has threatened Iran with military strikes amid widespread antigovernment protests there.
Trump: Any country doing business with Iran to be hit with 25% tariff
President Donald Trump said he'll impose a 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran, effective immediately.
Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that any country that does business with Iran will be subjected to a tariff rate of 25% on any business conducted with the United States.
Trump Says Countries Doing Business With Iran Face 25% Tariff
WASHINGTON, Jan 12 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that any country that does business with Iran will be subjected to a tariff rate of 25% on any business conducted with the United States. "Effective immediately, any Country doing business with the Islamic ...
Trump is pledging to ‘rescue’ protesters in Iran. He has a selective view of the sanctity of protests.
President Donald Trump billed strikes on Venezuela earlier this month as being about drugs, gangs invading the United States and law enforcement – i.e. arresting indicted leader Nicolás Maduro. But of late, he seems conspicuously preoccupied with the country’s oil wealth.
Allegiant to absorb Sun Country’s Amazon cargo business
Amazon will maintain, and grow, its cargo business with Sun Country Airlines even after the airline merges with Allegiant. The post Allegiant to absorb Sun Country’s Amazon cargo business appeared first on FreightWaves.
Maren Morris says she ‘lost a lot of fans’ because of her political views
Maren Morris reveals how her outspoken political views cost her fans, friends and financial standing in country music industry over the past decade.
Scientists say Trump's second term has been defined by slashed funding, layoffs and uncertainty
Scientists in the middle of the country told Harvest Public Media that 2025 was a year of major changes and uncertainty.
HSBC launches UAE asset management business to tap into wealth influx
HSBC is opening an asset management business in the UAE and launching 10 onshore funds, it said on Monday, as the bank deepens its investment in the region and taps into an influx of wealth into the Gulf country.
Opinion - Richard Nelson: Raising state's sports gambling age to 21 should be a 'no-brainer'
Sports gambling has gone mainstream, sweeping the country. Today, 39 states have legalized it, including Kentucky. Unlike most states, Kentucky allows 18-year-olds to gamble on sporting events — 32 of the 39 states set the minimum age at 21. Perhaps the state legislature overlooked this detail when mainstreaming sports gambling in 2023. But considering the...
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Heirloom Lodge in Housatonic—an urbane food journey in a country setting
The chef-driven, community-oriented restaurant is "devoted to serving fresh, delicious food by using as many local Berkshire County ingredients as possible, in concert with brilliant wines from many of the greatest family-run wineries in the world."
Five MCPS Seniors Named Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholars
Five Montgomery County Public Schools seniors have been named among the 300 scholars selected nationwide for the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search, one of the country’s most prestigious science and […]
Western Pacific Region achieves milestone: 19 countries complete comprehensive health information system assessments
The Health Information and Digital Health (HID) unit in the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific has successfully supported 19 countries, covering 99% of the Region’s population, to conduct comprehensive health information system (HIS) assessments, surpassing the regional target of 15 set for 2025 and advancing efforts toward universal health coverage. Using SCORE, a technical package of essential interventions, recommended actions, tool and resources developed by WHO and partners to address challenges in meeting HIS needs, these assessments systematically assess health data availability and quality, enabling countries to monitor trends, identify and respond to emerging health challenges, and improve policies and programmes for healthier families, communities and societies. The first round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2019-2021 in 14 countries in the Region and over 130 countries globally. The second round of SCORE assessments were conducted between 2024-2025.SCORE assessments are a key priority identified by Member States and WHO at all levels, including within WHO-Country/Multi-Country Cooperation Strategies, the Regional Vision Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025–2029), and the WHO Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW 14, 2025–2028). Within the Regional Vision, implementing SCORE assessments is a key action for technology and innovation to advance health equity (strand 5).The SCORE for Health Data technical package is based on five key interventions, represented by the acronym SCORE. Interventions S, C and O focus on strengthening core data sources. Survey (S) covers population-based health surveys, surveillance systems and censuses, including their capacity to monitor health-related SDGs. Count (C) focuses on birth, death and cause of death registration as parts of a functional CRVS system. Optimize (O) addresses routine health service data and key health service inputs such as health financing and health workforce.Interventions R and E focus on data use for action. Review (R) examines regular analytical reviews of health sector progress and performance, together with national analytical capacity. Enable (E) looks at the policy, governance, and digital foundations needed to support effective data use.The Western Pacific Region shows relatively strong performance in the Review (R) and Count (C) interventions. Most countries in the Region demonstrate good analytical reporting and institutional capacity for analysis and learning. More than two-thirds of countries show more mature CRVS systems, driven by improvements in birth and death registration. However, medical certification of cause-of-death remains a key gap, with limited or low coverage in over half of countries in the Region.Performance under the Survey (S) intervention is mixed. While surveillance systems are generally strong, several countries in the Region continue to face challenges in implementing their surveys and censuses. Monitoring health-related SDGs is still a challenge for more than a third of countries in the Region.The greatest challenges are observed in the Optimize (O) and Enable (E) interventions. More than half of countries have lower maturity levels in routine health service and resource systems. Two-thirds of countries also face challenges with effective use of data and evidence for policy and action, largely due to gaps in digital infrastructure, governance and legislation for health data systems, and especially in data and sharing.  As part of the SCORE methodology, multi-stakeholder consultations and validation workshops were conducted in many countries to review findings and plan strategies for HIS strengthening. The HID unit continues to provide targeted support to facilitate dialogue and assist countries in developing HIS improvement plans. These plans guide governments and partners to align investments and coordinate efforts for maximum impact.WHO also assists countries with tailored technical support to address key gaps as requested by countries/national health authorities. SCORE assessments should be conducted periodically to monitor progress in HIS strengthening, although progress across addressing gaps identified in SCORE should be continually tracked as countries implement improvements.Additional countries will be supported to implement SCORE in 2026. The Regional Vision delivery-for-impact target, endorsed by Member States, is for all countries and areas to have implemented SCORE assessments and have an increased SCORE index by 2029 while WHO is aiming for 80% of Member States in the Region to conduct round two assessments. Countries yet to complete assessments are therefore encouraged to contact the HID unit at the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific for tailored support.The implementation of SCORE HIS assessments in the Western Pacific Region was supported by The Gates Family Foundation.
Sunday Sports: Girl’s wrestling tournament and the last Highmark Stadium flyover
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
Trump weighs potential military intervention in Iran
President Donald Trump is weighing a series of potential military options in Iran following deadly protests in the country, two US officials told CNN, as he considers following through on his recent threats to strike the country should they use lethal force against the Iranian people.
What happens when the US decides to seize an oil ship?
Since early December the US Coast Guard and other military branches have boarded and taken control of five oil ships that had previously been sanctioned, all either accused of being in the process of transporting Venezuelan oil or on their way to take on oil that has been subject to US sanctions since President Donald Trump began a pressure campaign against the leadership of the country during his first term.
The Most Shouted-At Politician in America
Scott Wiener—a pro-trans Zionist who wants California to allow more homes—has an extreme tolerance for pushback.
Trump Is Briefed on Options for Striking Iran as Protests Continue
The president has said he will be “hitting them very hard” if Iranian leaders kill protesters amid widespread demonstrations calling for wholesale changes in the country.
Country legend to miss her star-studded birthday celebration amid health concerns
The "Jolene" singer turns 80 later this month.
Greenland's political parties respond to Trump's threats
The country's five political parties issued a joint statement rejecting Trump's attempts to acquire the island.
WA ranks dead last in business survival
A new study found that WA is dead last in the country for its business survival rate, concluding that nearly 60% of businesses fail in their first five years.
This Flu Season Is Rough—And All Too Normal
The virus is storming the country, a reminder of how terrible its toll can be.
Utah gymnastics faces off against the country’s best this weekend
Utah’s gymnastics team opened its season last Friday with a win over Minnesota and Iowa at home. The meet had bright spots and areas for improvement the No. 3 Red Rocks will need to overcome as they compete against three of the best teams in the country in Oklahoma, LSU and UCLA this Saturday. The Sprouts Quad meet will feature two sessions at the Maverik Center, with Utah’s grouping starting at 2 p.m. and Cal, Kentucky, Michigan and Michigan State competing at 6 p.m.
Trump Says Venezuela Is Open for Business
President Donald Trump says China and Russia can buy all the oil they want from the US or Venezuela. He says there was no need for a second attack on the country after capturing former President Nicolás Maduro. (Source: Bloomberg)
RFK Jr. cast doubt on a key vaccine. This country can't wait to get it
The U.S. is cutting the Hepatitis B vaccine from its recommended list. But here's a place where the medical establishment — and a rapper — are eager to obtain it.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: “History That Doesn’t Suck”
As our nation prepares to turn 250 this year, there's a unique show dedicated to portraying the birth of our country.
Trump to meet with oil executives as Venezuela releases political prisoners
Trump is encouraging U.S. oil executives to invest $100 billion in Venezuela to help rebuild that country after removing its leader, Nicolas Maduro.
Trump cancels second wave of attacks on Venezuela due to cooperation
US President Donald Trump announced in a social media post that he had cancelled a “previously expected” second wave of attacks on Venezuela due to the country’s cooperation with the US.
Why Venezuela remains a high-risk market for business
Political shifts in the South American country may not translate into safe investment opportunities, warns FIU Business professor Jerry Haar.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
Blacksburg High School student’s bird research ranks him semifinalist in prestigious science contest
A Blacksburg High School student was recently placed as one of the top 300 science students in the country, his award-winning research fueled by a longtime hobby turned career passion.
Highest-paid mayors in the US, ranked by salary
Zohran Mamdani earns $258,750 as New York City's mayor, putting him among the country's top-earning mayors.
Supermajority, group organizing women around politics, is shutting down
Founders of the group, which started in 2019, pointed to the legacy of women organizers responding to the Trump administration and how the country thinks about gender.
Country singer Chris Stapleton to perform in Hershey this summer
Grammy Award-winning country singer Chris Stapleton will perform in Hershey this summer.
WellSpan Health Announces Comprehensive Migration of Technology Portfolio to AWS
Add to FavoritesWellSpan Health, the leading health care system serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, today announced plans for a comprehensive cloud migration of its full technology infrastructure. Together with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its preferred cloud provider, WellSpan will transition its applications, data and environments from traditional data centers to AWS. This migration will establish the foundation for delivering next-generation, AI-enabled health care solutions that reduce administrative burden and improve outcomes for patients across the region and beyond. Supercharging Innovation, Efficiency and Patient Outcomes WellSpan's migration of systems and clinical applications, which serve 1.2 million patients across nine hospitals and 250+ facilities, is expected to be complete by April 2026, one of the fastest full-scale migrations in the health care industry. This transformation enables WellSpan to unify disparate data systems for care teams and patients alike, achieving operational efficiencies and care improvements that fragmented systems are unable to deliver. “Our comprehensive migration to the cloud accelerates our ability to deploy new clinical capabilities that transform patient care while advancing our overall innovation strategy,” said Roxanna Gapstur, Ph.D., R.N., president and CEO, WellSpan Health. “When a physician can access complete patient imaging in seconds instead of hours, we're not just modernizing technology—we're improving patient outcomes. Our new cloud infrastructure also enables us to quickly implement solutions that will free our clinicians from thousands of hours of administrative work annually so they can focus on what they do best: caring for our communities.” The transition allows WellSpan to move away from a data center-based model and enables the rapid deployment and scale of AI technology. WellSpan’s strategic partner, General Catalyst’s Health Assurance Transformation Company (HATCo), facilitated the collaboration with AWS to support the migration. WellSpan’s transformation journey benefits from HATCo’s specialized technology solutions, as well as General Catalyst and AWS’s significant partnership to improve patient outcomes, which was announced in January 2025. “Our decision to go all-in on AWS will enable insights and innovations impossible in traditional siloed environments,” said Kasey Paulus, executive vice president and chief operating officer, WellSpan Health. “This is the largest health care technology transformation in our region's history, and it positions WellSpan to be a premier partner for technology leaders across the country.” “WellSpan is building a foundation with AWS that will improve care and outcomes for patients across their health system by bringing data together into standardized formats that are optimized for AI applications,” said Dan Sheeran, vice president and general manager, Healthcare and Life Science, AWS. “To do this, it is essential to have the most secure and compliant cloud when handling patient data, along with AWS’s built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks that follow the industry’s highest standards to protect patient information. We look forward to continuing to work alongside WellSpan as they unlock the cloud and AI’s full potential to deliver exceptional care to their patients.” Key Benefits of the AWS Collaboration Full Portfolio Migration: WellSpan will transition its applications and data from on-premises data centers to AWS, including full IT environments and specialized applications for functions such as nursing, cardiology, pharmacy and the company’s supply chain systems. This represents approximately 7.5 petabytes of clinical and non-clinical data and more than 300 applications—the most comprehensive health system cloud migration in the Mid-Atlantic region. Approved Architectures: AWS will deliver secure, WellSpan-specific architectures tailored to each build, ensuring compliance and reliability across the health system. Unified, AI-Ready Data: Migrating to AWS enables WellSpan to harmonize data across separate systems, transforming unstructured clinical notes and multi-modal datasets into standardized, AI-ready formats. Accelerated Results and Improved Outcomes: Automated data normalization and processing will enable the deployment of applications that reduce turnaround times for items such as analyzing medical imaging or patient records from days to minutes, helping clinicians get patient results faster and improving overall health outcomes. Reduced Administrative Burden: The transition to AWS will enable swift deployment of AI-powered solutions that reclaim thousands of hours for WellSpan’s clinical and corporate teams, allowing them to focus on patient care rather than paperwork. Elastic Infrastructure: Cloud architecture will enable WellSpan to scale computing resources dynamically, supporting seasonal demand fluctuations without infrastructure investments, as well as the rapid deployment of new services across multiple locations simultaneously. Most Secure, Compliant Cloud: AWS offers the highest network availability of any cloud provider, with more than 166 HIPAA-eligible services and certifications for global compliance standards, including HITRUST CSF. Built-in AI governance and responsible AI frameworks ensure that WellSpan’s data is protected under the industry’s most rigorous standards. Tags:News releaseInnovation and partnerships
Nurse executives named American Organization for Nursing Leadership Fellows
First time any ECU Health team member has represented the system as an AONL Fellow, let alone two, and they join a group of only 25 leaders from across the country.
ICE Shooting Creates New Crack in a Fractured Country
Plus, RFK Jr. says Americans should eat more protein, and Trump has big plans for Venezuelan oil.
CT set aside $120 million to help cover residents’ health insurance costs. How to get help
Unlike 26 million Americans across the country who saw their healthcare subsidies cut off on New Year’s Day, Connecticut residents can still sign up for state-paid subsidies for at least thre…
In Lodge Grass, Montana, a Crow community works to rebuild from meth's destruction
Meth is a problem most everywhere, but particularly in Indian Country. In one small town on the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana, new buildings serve as symbols of a town trying to rebuild after being devastated by addiction.
Trump Says U.S. Oversight of Venezuela Could Last For Years
In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times on Wednesday, President Trump said “only time will tell” when it comes to how long the United States aims to control the country.
Venezuelan business owner in Tempe shares story of fleeing his country
While the country has remained stable, some business owners in the Valley are already anticipating disruptions in merchandise.
Venezuelan politics are a ‘blood sport.’ The U.S. is entering the ring.
Delcy Rodríguez is Venezuela’s new president, but the country’s powerful defense and interior ministers could decide the future of Chavismo — and the nation.
Dry January encourages reset on alcohol habits, Lowcountry health experts say
The New Year often brings resolutions focused on health; one of the most popular in recent years is Dry January, a monthlong break from alcohol.
Calendar Pick: Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry
Composed of veteran musicians Rob Keller (The Welfare Liners), Ben Reynolds (Chickasaw Mudd Puppies), Domingo “Sunny” Ortiz (Widespread Panic) and William Tonks (MrJordanMrTonks), Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry is an Athens-based band inspired by the sounds of acoustic rock, traditional folk, country and blues. As of late, the band has played several shows and is working on its album. In a bill presented by local promoter Aubrey Entertainment, the quartet will be performing alongside Scott Low & the Blue Bouillon. Seen sharing stages with artists like Jason Isbell, Chris Stapleton and Shovels & Rope, Low is a folk musician whose sound has been compared to Americana acts like Jamey Johnson and Ryan Bingham, but the influence of artists like Tom […]
Trump’s plan to own the Western Hemisphere and Greenland is not what Americans want
President Donald Trump’s decision to remove the head of a sovereign country over the weekend was a hugely significant operation. But it was perhaps even more significant as a statement of intent.
Mainers headed for wild political ride in 2026
From a national political standpoint, Maine, Georgia and North Carolina will host what are likely to be the “most competitive Senate races in the country,” according to an analysis by The Cook Political Report.
Bank, law firm hold business succession lunch for Copper Country business owners
Organizers touched on pitfalls, including owners assuming their children will take over their business.
Mansfield STEM school shows science is for all kids, despite headwinds facing education
Springmill STEM Elementary School in Mansfield has special learning spaces and approaches to teaching, but, it's not immune to challenges facing urban schools across the state and country.
Mansfield STEM school shows science is for all kids, despite headwinds facing education
Springmill STEM Elementary School in Mansfield has special learning spaces and approaches to teaching, but, it's not immune to challenges facing urban schools across the state and country.
Venezuelans face uncertainty as the Trump administration’s plans for their country emerge. Here’s what to know
An emboldened President Donald Trump declared Sunday night that the US is “in charge” of Venezuela after detaining President Nicolas Maduro in a military raid over the weekend, as he issued stark warnings to other countries that they could be next.
Buffalo Bills at Jacksonville Jaguars playoff odds, spread, betting info
The Buffalo Bills will head back to Duval Country for a playoff rematch with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Maldives Health Financing Progress Matrix Assessment Report
The WHO Health Financing Progress Matrix (HFPM) is the standardized qualitative assessment of the health financing system of a country. The assessment builds on an extensive body of conceptual and empirical work, and summarizes “what matters in health financing for universal health coverage (UHC)” into a set of desirable attributes, which form the basis of the assessment. By identifying areas of strength and weakness in the current health financing system, along with priority policy directions, HFPM assessments complement monitoring of key quantitative indicators on service coverage and financial protection, now enshrined in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) agenda. HFPM assessments can be implemented within a short period and provide close-to-real-time information for policy-makers. Findings support the development of health financing strategies and technical alignment across government and external technical assistance agencies, while also providing the basis for monitoring progress over time. This allows for systematic tracking of the development and implementation of health financing policies that matter for UHC. HFPM assessments have been conducted in several countries, including in the South-East (SE) Asia Region; some have been published (Bangladesh and the state of Jammu and Kashmir in India) while others have remained unpublished (Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka)
Mar-a-Lago is a familiar place for Trump to manage high-stakes military operations
Hours after declaring from underneath the tented ceiling of Mar-a-Lago’s Tea Room that Venezuela’s leader was in American custody and the US was running the country, President Donald Trump emerged victorious onto his club’s crowded patio as dinner-goers cheered the audacious mission he’d ordered up from a few yards away.
Sunday Sports: JCC women’s basketball marches into second half of season
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Sunday.
To 'run' Venezuela, Trump presses existing regime to kneel
Trump and his top aides said they would try to work with Venezuela's new interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, to run the country and its oil sector.
A picture is emerging of how US sees its role ‘running’ Venezuela
President Donald Trump’s administration is working quickly to establish a pliant interim government in Venezuela following the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro, according to US officials, prioritizing administrative stability and repairing the country’s oil infrastructure over an immediate turn to democracy.
Economic, business and technological predictions for 2026: Michael Weidokal
2026 will be another crucial year for our Northeast Ohio region, our country and the world. While there is a great deal of trepidation entering 2026 (with good reason), there are also many reasons to hope that this can be a year in which we reduce the level of political and economic risk in the world. Hopefully, our political and business leaders will work together to tackle the challenges we will inevitably face in 2026, and to take advantage of the opportunities that the new year will bring, writes guest columnist Michael Weidokal.
What the Noriega case can tell us about Maduro’s upcoming legal battle
Over three decades ago, the US government executed the shocking arrest of the leader of a foreign country: Panama’s Manuel Noriega. The dictator’s case may prove to be a guide for the prosecutors, defense attorneys and judges now involved in the case against Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro.
Who are the key Venezuelan political players after Maduro’s capture
The Trump administration’s move to capture and remove from power Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday has sparked a political crisis in the South American country after more than a…
Ethiopia advances youth-led food systems transformation through new science-policy-society interface workshop
Ethiopia has taken an important step toward strengthening evidence-informed, inclusive, and youth-driven food systems transformation. With the workshop “Building the Next Generation of Ethiopia’s Food Systems Leaders”, the country launched a promising national Science-Policy-Society Interface...
'I waited for this moment for so long.' Many U.S. Venezuelans praise Maduro capture
The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro sparked celebrations among many Venezuelan Americans across the country. Some expressed conflicting feelings, grateful for Maduro's capture but wary of President Trump's U.S. intervention.
Saturday Sports: Boys and girls basketball coverage from across the North Country
Here’s a recap of your North Country sports this Saturday.
Local business owner speaks out amid US military operation in home country
The owner, Michael Meza, left his home country of Venezuela seven years ago. He described the terrible conditions under the Maduro regime and is glad to see him go.
Gov. Jared Polis celebrates ouster of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro
Colorado leaders lambaste, criticize military operation capturing South American leader Colorado Gov. Jared Polis celebrated the ouster of President Nicolas Maduro via a military operation that captured and flew him out of the country early Saturday, even as other Democrats lambasted America’s action and expressed wariness about the U.S. embarking on “nation building.” Republicans, meanwhile, […]
Gov. Jared Polis celebrates U.S. capture of Venezuela’s Maduro
Colorado leaders lambaste, criticize military operation Colorado Gov. Jared Polis celebrated the military operation that captured President Nicolas Maduro and flew him out of the country early Saturday, even as his party mates lambasted America’s action and expressed wariness about the U.S. embarking on “nation building.” Republicans, meanwhile, said President Donald Trump is keeping Americans […]
WATCH: Trump says U.S. is 'going to run' Venezuela until transition of power after capturing Maduro
Trump addressed the nation after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in a military operation early in the day that plucked a sitting leader from office.
'We are going to run the country': Trump says U.S. will govern Venezuela until there's a 'proper transition'
The announcement comes after Trump announced that the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife following military strikes in the country.
What Happens in Venezuelan Politics Now?
The removal of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro from power sets up a succession dilemma and an uncertain future for the leftist regime that has ruled the Latin American country with an iron fist for decades. The transfer of power, as laid out by the Venezuelan constitution, is likely to put Vice
What the US strike in Venezuela means for gas prices and the largest proven oil reserve on the planet
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been captured and flown out of the country following a largescale US strike on Caracas, leaving behind uncertainty for the country – and its massive oil reserves.
How to Save a Democracy
Looking at how the Trump administration fits into a pattern of authoritarian governance can empower people to think about how to best resist the country’s slide to autocracy.
Zohran Mamdani Supporters Celebrate “Politics of Optimism” at His Inauguration
Tens of thousands of New Yorkers braved freezing temperatures and police barricades to be part of Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration as mayor on New Year’s Day. Democracy Now! spoke with many Mamdani supporters, including a high school student and Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, about what the day represented to them, their hopes for the new administration and how it could set a model for progressives across the country. “Organized people will always be more powerful than organized money,” said Diana Moreno, a fellow democratic socialist who is running for Mamdani’s vacant seat in the New York State Assembly.
Music icon brings a unique business model to San Antonio
Country music star Emily Strayer opened SOAP, an elevated Northside laundromat. She chats with San Antonio Report about her new venture.
Could the Black Country see a political shakeup in 2026?
Reform UK senses opportunity in Sandwell and Walsall elections amid boundary changes.
Can the Iranian Protesters Win?
Fed up with their country’s economic decline, Iranians have taken to the streets.
These acts are set to perform at Blossom, Rocket Arena in 2026 so far
From country to pop and R&B, a number of musical acts are already set for Greater Akron venues in the new year. Here's the 2026 schedule so far.
After a breakup, I traveled for a year to learn how to be alone again. It led me to move to a country I'd never imagined calling home.
When Claire Drinkwater boarded a plane alone to India, she wondered if she'd finally lost her mind.
How to watch 'New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash' tonight
New Year's Eve goes country with Nashville's Big Bash, a star-studded night of performances, live from Music City. Here's how to watch.
CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say
The CIA has assessed Ukraine was not targeting a residence used by Russian President Vladimir Putin in a recent drone attack in the north of his country, according to US officials, undercutting an assertion the Russian president had made to Trump in a Monday phone call.
Why some people are turning to artificial intelligence for mental health needs
According to a George Mason University flash poll of about 500 people across the country, about 50% reported using AI for support with mental health issues.
Enquirer presents 2025 all-city teams for cross country, golf and more
The Cincinnati Enquirer announces the 2025 all-city teams for cross country, field hockey, golf, girls tennis and water polo. Which players stood out?
Analysis: CIA strike brings Trump closer to grave new year decisions on Venezuela
President Donald Trump has thrust the country into a significant new phase in his showdown with Venezuela with a CIA strike on a port facility.
Salmonella outbreak linked to oysters under CDC probe; local business reassures consumers
A Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oyster may have deep-seated implications in the Lowcountry.
Flu activity rising in New Hampshire, health officials say
As flu cases skyrocket across the country, New Hampshire health officials say cases are also rapidly rising in the Granite State.
New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash: How to watch the star-studded country music special live
New Year's Eve goes country with Nashville's Big Bash, a star-studded night of performances, live from Music City. Here's how to watch.
Ren Fest drama tops Houston's hottest entertainment headlines of 2025
Editor's note: This year was a busy one for CultureMap's Entertainment section. A lawsuit brought changes to the Texas Renaissance Festival, country star Post Malone left a life-changing tip, and one of Houston's most respected pitmasters came up a little short on the national stage. Houston’s entertainment news proves the diversity of our city.
In a Year of Violent Tumult, the Sports World Was Silent
When the country needed the sports world to speak out, most athletes kept mum—and a few openly embraced embraced Trumpism.
Massive 49,000 Sq. Ft. Entertainment Destination Set To Open Second Maryland Location
Round1 Bowling & Arcade is coming to Wheaton Mall with plans to open a massive 49,000-square-foot entertainment complex, bringing one of the country’s fastest-growing arcade and bowling concepts to Montgomery […]
The Year That Shattered American Science
The Trump administration’s cuts to research may have spoiled the country’s appetite for bold exploration.
These Hill Country businesses closed after decades in business
Locals will miss these places.
America’s Loss of Science and Loss of Virtue
The Trump administration has issued a death warrant for science. This kills one of America’s greatest most productive avenues to GDP growth. Simple-minded people are determining the future course of the country. After all, science is foundational to America’s economy.
Bangladesh's first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80
Zia became the country's first female leader in 1991 after its first democratic election in 20 years.
Exclusive: CIA carried out drone strike on port facility on Venezuelan coast
The CIA carried out a drone strike earlier this month on a port facility on the coast of Venezuela, sources familiar with the matter told CNN, marking the first known US attack on a target inside that country.
Experts Question Denmark’s Vaccine Program as a Model for the U.S.
The United States is expected to adopt the vaccine schedule used by Denmark, a much smaller country with universal health care.
German business groups expect job cuts in 2026 as economic crisis drags on
A majority of German business associations expect job cuts in 2026 as the country's economic crisis persists, with industry hit hardest by global protectionism and weak exports, a survey by the German Economic Institute IW showed on Monday.
Panthers shine through ups and downs in 2025 fall sports
Record-breaking performances, thrilling matchups and standout athletes defined Chapman’s season across football, soccer, volleyball, water polo and cross country.