Latin Times

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is escalating his rhetoric as the country's presidential elections get closer, now warning society risks a "fratricidal civil war" and a "bloodbath" if his party doesn't win. "If you don't want Venezuela to fall into a bloodbath, into a fratricidal civil war because of fascists,...

Venezuela's Maduro warns there will be a 'bloodbath' and a 'civil war' if his party doesn't win the elections

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro will seek his third term in office on Sunday in a vote that is widely regarded as the South American country's most open contest in more than a decade. Some public opinion polls have indicated a preference for opposition candidate and former diplomat Edmundo González Urrutia....

Venezuela’s Maduro bids for a third term in power — as U.S., Brazil warn over need for free election

The Biden administration has recognized Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia as the country's new president, as the Maduro government still has not presented data to back its claim to have won the elections. "Given the overwhelming evidence, it is clear to the United States and, most importantly, to...

U.S. recognizes opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia as Venezuela's new president

Brooklyn, NY

SEATTLE - Jordan Goudreau, a former U.S. Green Beret who in 2020 organized a failed cross-border raid of Venezuelan army deserters to remove President Nicolás Maduro, has been arrested in New York on federal arms smuggling charges on Wednesday. Goudreau, alongside Venezuelan partner Yacsy Alvarez, are accused of violating...

Former Special Forces agent connected to failed raid to remove Venezuela's Maduro is arrested in U.S.

Business Times

Venezuela's recent presidential election has plunged the country into a high-stakes standoff, with both President Nicolás Maduro and the opposition claiming victory. The contentious election, which many Venezuelans viewed as their best chance to end 25 years of single-party rule, has drawn significant international attention and skepticism.

Venezuelan Presidential Standoff: Both President Nicolás Maduro and The Opposition Declare Win, U.S. Expresses Serious Concerns

The Kremlin on Friday said that at least three Russians freed in a landmark prisoner exchange were undercover Russian agents, a rare public admission into the work of Moscow's top-secret security services. Moscow said Vadim Krasikov -- who was serving life in prison in Germany for the 2019 brazen murder of a former Chechen separatist commander in broad daylight in a Berlin park -- was an elite operative with Russia's FSB security agency. Krasikov was one of the central figures in Thursday's historic multi-country exchange, with Putin having publicly lobbied for his release in a bid to get the deal over the line in the face of hesitation from Berlin. The Kremlin almost never reveals details about its sprawling intelligence agencies, but it confirmed Friday that at least two others freed in the deal were also long-term undercover agents stationed in the European Union. Russian President Vladimir Putin has portrayed them as returning heroes, personally thanking them for their service to the "Motherland" and promising to shower them with state awards. For in-depth analysis on the largest US-Russia prisoner swap in post-Soviet history, FRANCE 24's Mark Owen is joined by Melinda Haring, Senior Fellow and Deputy Director of the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center.

Putin's ominous message: 'We can kill people in broad daylight in EU, we'll take care of our people'

TheDailyBeast

Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign further ramped up Friday as she earned the delegates’ votes to officially lock down the Democratic Party’s nomination—and brought on President Obama’s 2008 campaign manager in a key role. Harris needed to lock down 2,350 votes to secure the nomination during a virtual roll call that began Thursday. The votes needed to cross that threshold came in just after 1 p.m. on Friday.“I’m so proud to confirm that Vice President Harris has earned more than a majority of votes from all convention delegates and will be the nominee of the Democratic Party following the...

Kamala Harris Makes Nomination Official and Hires Obama’s Guru David Plouffe

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

The Independent

 An Afghan mother has become the first person jailed under Australia's forced marriage law for coercing her daughter into a marriage that led to the 21-year-old’s murder. Sakina Muhammad Jan, in her late 40s, was found guilty of forcing her 21-year-old daughter, Ruqia Haidari, to marry 26-year-old Mohammad Ali Halimi in 2019 in exchange for a small payment. Six weeks after the wedding, Halimi murdered Haidari, eventually getting sentenced to life in prison for the crime.On Monday, Jan was sentenced to three years in jail under the law, becoming the first person to be sent to prison under the...

An Afghan mother forced her daughter into marriage. Six weeks later the 21-year-old ended up dead

The US Sun

IMANE KHELIF roared “I’m a woman” after guaranteeing herself a medal at the Paris Olympics. The Algerian, 25, secured herself a medal by beating Hungary‘s Anna Luca Hamori in the 66kg quarter-finals. She won by unanimous decision on the judges’ scorecards, screaming in delight after doing so. Following the fight, Khelif wrapped herself in an […]

Gender row boxer Imane Khelif roars ‘I’m a woman’ before being ushered away by coaches after reaching Olympics 2024 semi

Seattle, WA

SEATTLE - The head of business chambers' federation in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas was killed just hours after giving television interviews complaining about drug cartel extortion. Julio Almanza was shot to death outside his offices in the city of Matamoros, just across the border city of Brownsville, Texas. "We...

Mexican business leader is killed in border town after complaining about cartel extorsions on TV

Florida State

Closing arguments began Tuesday morning in the so-called “Black Swan” murder trial, involving a Florida ballerina accused of killing her husband, who appeared to all to be the ideal mate—but was violent and abusive in private, according to defense attorneys.In a Florida court on Friday, Ashley Benefield, 33, testified that she had been “living a nightmare,” and said she was “scared to death” of hubby Doug, who had carved out a successful post-military career as a technology consultant. Charged with second-degree murder, Ashley insisted on the stand that she had acted in self-defense, saying, “I thought he was going to...

She was a ballerina who campaigned for Trump before she ‘killed her husband.’ Now, she is the ‘Black Swan’ on trial

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The Argentine government responded to Iran following a threat by a government mouthpiece over its stance regarding two decades-long attacks against the country's Jewish community and the current Israel-Hamas war. Several high-ranking officials, among them the vice president, the cabinet chief and the ministers of security and defense, rejected the...

Argentina responds to Iran following threats: 'we won't be deterred'

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The leaders of the Venezuelan military reaffirmed their support for Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro amid a contested election that has split the country’s military. The Venezuelan election results had Maduro winning, results Democratic Unitary Platform candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia denounced as fraudulent, claiming victory as well. Mass protests broke out in the aftermath, leading to […]

Venezuelan military high command throws support behind Maduro as loyalty of military brought into question

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

El Paso, TX

Top cartel leader Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada appeared on Thursday before a U.S. court in El Paso, Texas, after pleading not guilty to drug trafficking charges last week following his bombshell arrest in late July. Zambada, co-founder of the Sinaloa cartel, appeared in a wheelchair and a navy sweatshirt that...

Top cartel leader 'El Mayo' appears in U.S. court in a wheelchair after pleading not guilty

As Cuba's economic crisis continues to spiral, a new report is illustrating the widespread extent it's having on its population. The study, published by the Cuban Observatory of Human Rights (OCDH) and titled "The State of Social Rights in Cuba," indicates that 89% of the population will end the year living in extreme poverty.

Almost 9 in 10 Cubans live in 'extreme poverty' amid spiraling crisis, study shows

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Army has stopped paying wages and allowances to a U.S. soldier sentenced last month to nearly four years in a Russian penal colony and may prosecute him if he returns to the United States, U.S. officials said.

Exclusive-US Army stops paying soldier imprisoned in Russia, may prosecute him

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Texas Senator Ted Cruz seems to be on the way to retain his seat in the November elections, as the latest polls show him with a relevant lead over his contender, Rep. Collin Allred. However, it is far from a done deal. FiveThirtyEight's survey aggregator shows that, in the latest...

Ted Cruz's chances of keeping his Texas Senate seat against Democrat challenger Colin Allred

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Inside Venezuela's Military: leaders, composition, and what's behind the support for the Maduro regime

The Venezuelan Armed Forces declared today their unwavering loyalty to President Nicolás Maduro, reinforcing his embattled regime amidst ongoing protests against his contested re-election. In a...

Inside Venezuela's Military: leaders, composition, and what's behind the support for the Maduro regime

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