U.S. interventions in the New World, with leader removal

I can think of a few.  I am not thinking of ongoing struggles, such as the funding of opposition to the Sandinistas, rather I wish to focus on cases where…

Hollywood starts 2026 with ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ No. 1, as James Cameron’s sci-fi epic crosses $1B

NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood kicked off 2026 with “Avatar: Fire and Ash” atop the box office for the third straight week and with hopes for a blockbuster-filled year after…

Marco Rubio says he believes Cuba is ‘in a lot of trouble’

Just one day after the U.S. conducted a military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated a…

Why car prices have risen so sharply post-pandemic

Shopping for a car used to be an exciting occasion, but for some buyers, excitement is getting priced out of the market as they have to dig much deeper to…

The pope reacts to events in Venezuela with ‘concern’

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Sec. Marco Rubio: U.S. not at war with Venezuela 00:45 Now Playing The pope reacts…

Belkin Unveils Next-Generation Chargers, Gaming Power Accessories and More at CES 2026

Engineered for the ultimate on-the-go gaming experience, the Pro case delivers power, protection, and portability in one premium package. A removable 10,000 mAh power bank delivers up to 30W fast…

Meet the Press – January 4, 2026

KRISTEN WELKER: This Sunday: Captured. U.S. special operation forces launch an attack in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, flying them out of the country and charging Maduro…

It’s not just you: Why car prices have risen so sharply post-pandemic

Autotrader.ca put the average cost of a new car at $63,264 in the third quarter last year, with a used at $36,911. It doesn’t have comparable statistics before 2021, but…

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says U.S. capture of Maduro is not a war against Venezuela

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday that the goal of the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday was primarily to…

Rubio Says Oil ‘Quarantine’ Gives US Leverage Over Venezuela

Photographer: Craig Hudson/Politico/Bloomberg (Bloomberg) — Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US would use an oil “quarantine” to get what it wants from Venezuela’s new leaders following the ouster…