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Government opponents in Venezuela have reported a new wave of repression ahead of Friday’s inauguration of President Nicolas Maduro for a third term, including a brief arrest of opposition leader Maria Corina Machado amid murky circumstances.  Venezuela's Maduro set for third presidential term despite domestic, global outcry

The world has just experienced the first full year in which global temperatures exceeded 1.5C above pre-industrial times, scientists have said. The milestone was confirmed by the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) on Friday, which said the climate crisis is pushing the planet’s temperature to levels never before experienced by modern humans. “The trajectory is just incredible,” C3S director Carlo Buontempo told the Reuters news agency, describing how every month in 2024 was…

Chad’s national prosecutor said on Thursday that an attempt to storm the presidential palace on Wednesday evening had been foiled. Two dozen armed men allegedly carrying “weapons, machetes and knives” attacked the palace guards after pretending to be in a broken-down vehicle by the gates. President in palace at time of attack “They killed two soldiers and seriously wounded five others,” state prosecutor Oumar Kedelaye said, adding that 18 assailants were killed and six were wounded.…

Is Musk proposing a new Australia? Has Egypt given up control of the Suez canal with the IMF loan. It has been a busy start to 2025 and despite the distractions of the Christmas period lots of mischievous politicals deals have been in play, that have skipped under the radar (of most news publications) but not ours, and here’s a recap of what you may have missed and an idea of what’s happening in 2025.

There is a race on in Gaza – The Israeli Genocidal regime has kidnapped the medical director of the last hospital in Gaza and then set it on fire to the hospital so no medical treatment can be provided to the dying Palestinians. It is the perfect way to clear the land, as it means the Palestinians in Gaza must now relocate further to the south in order to get treatment in makeshift tents.

President-elect Trump has shifted the narrative of Israeli hostages, he has told the Palestinian Authority to get the Israeli hostages back, in order to get any kind of consolidatory appeasement in a proposed ceasefire deal.

French Nazi leader Jean Marie Le Pen has died, a convicted xenophobic criminal- he was known as the found of the French BNP and is the father of Marine le Pen, who has since watered down his racist rhetoric to fit it within the realms of what is acceptable in today’s society. The French coined him as “the devil of the Republic”.

Sir Keir Starmer has been avoiding questions and interviews on Gaza during the Christmas period, His PR team have not allowed any interviews that will discuss the genocide in Gaza because of the optics of starving and freezing children and the Christmas spirit. In a way, they have welcomed the distraction of the grooming gangs.

Nigel Farage is transforming his image from a crooked pint pulling thug to – to the alternative to Tommy Robinson. His PR team are busy making him look more Prime MInisterial, have you noticed his news suits? and he won’t be seen smoking or drinking a pint as often anymore.

UK should take back Isis members in Syria, Trump’s terror chief says The UK should take back British members of Isis being held in Syrian prison camps, Donald Trump’s incoming counter-terrorism chief has said, indicating that a failure to do so could damage the special relationship. Sebastian Gorka said any nation which wishes to be seen as a “serious ally” of the US should commit to the international fight against the extremist group by repatriating…

Venezuelan opposition parties and human rights organizations are speaking out against the arrests of prominent figures, including a press freedom activist and an opposition leader, in the lead-up to President Nicolas Maduro’s third-term inauguration on Friday.

Chad’s government has assured citizens that the capital, N’Djamena, remains stable after gunshots were reported near the presidential palace on Wednesday.

Army tanks were seen in the streets before and during the alleged attack by Boko Haram [Getty]Gunmen attempted to storm the presidential complex in Chad’s capital N’Djamena on Wednesday, sparking a battle that left 18 attackers and one security personnel member dead, the government said. AFP reporters heard gunfire near the site and saw tanks on the street, while security sources reported that armed men had tried to overrun the complex. The government later said…

Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza, including 7 children Israeli forces have killed at least 49 Palestinians in Gaza in the past day, according to medical officials. A wave of Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s southern district of Khan Younis on Tuesday evening, killing a dozen people, seven of them children, officials said. At least five strikes targeted parts of Khan Younis, including one in the Al-Mawasi area where thousands of displaced Palestinians are living in…

Breaking News Banking app Revolut is facing major technical issue stopping payments from being made and received. Revolut is facing major technical issue The bank has confirmed to WTX News that they are facing a technical issues which is preventing any payments from being made and they will update customers as payments are sent. Issues affecting transfers The issue was detected on 7th Jan 2025 16:37 CET time. “There are currently issues affecting transfers, which…

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‘While we often concentrate on a makeup during the season, prepping skin, is the key to a great canvas for a party look.’

Just a week without booze can change things.

At least 53 people have been confirmed dead and 62 injured after a powerful earthquake struck Tibet’s mountainous region on Tuesday morning, according to Chinese state media.

Here are the key developments in the Russia-Ukraine war latest News on the 1,068th day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. European leaders are holding their breath to see what President Trump will do for Ukraine as President Putin has suggested he would be open to talks with US president. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said allies should work towards determining a format for potential peace talks with Russia, reiterating that only talks involving Kyiv could bring…

Many Canadians already knew this was happening but thousands are rejoicing on social media as Trudeau resigns citing internal battles in governing party. New Liberal Party leader For months Justin Trudeau had been under growing pressure from within his party and elsewhere to step down as Ex-Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland and former central banker Mark Carney are among the potential successors. Trudeau resigns All week the whispers of Justin trudeau resignation were building momentum. But the moment…

Skiing is fun and thrilling, but it’s not for everybody. Or even still, you may prefer to do it sparingly. But there are so many things you can do at a ski resort that don’t involve battling the ski slopes. Skiing enthusiast usually ski every day, you may like to do it every other day. The main thing is that you have lots of options when you book a skiing holiday. Things you can do…

The blank slate of a new year is a seductive time when it comes to beauty and wellness. As the December indulgence fades, many of us are tempted by the pull to press the reset button. So — here are the most exciting upcoming trends and developments in skin, health, fitness and general wellbeing this year.

The Daily Telegraph – Musk turns on Farage The Telegraph reports US billionaire Elon Musk has turned on Reform UK leader Nigel Farage – just a few weeks after meeting in the US, where a potential $100 million donation to the party was discussed. Musk seemingly turned on Farage after he failed to back Musk’s calls for far-right activist Tommy Robinson to be released from jail.

The Independent – Starmer to set out plan to end waiting list backlogs The Independent reports the prime minister is set to pledge to get patients faster treatment by creating millions more appointments thanks to greater access to community diagnostic centres and new surgical hubs. The front page features a large image of snow noting it brought travel chaos. Liverpool were held at Anfield last night in the latest Premier League match. A blow for…

The Times – Starmer’s big plan to slash NHS waiting lists  The Times reports the prime minister will set out plans to ensure that community diagnostic centres are open 12 hours a day, seven days a week, in a bid to slash NHS waiting lists. The front page also reports Elon Musk has called for Nigel Farage to be replaced as leader of Reform UK. The paper also reports on the cold snap and wind…

Metro – Transplant cured me of cancer A 32-year-old woman is now cancer-free after undergoing the UK’s first liver transplant to treat advanced bowel cancer, Metro reports. The front page features a dramatic image of both Nigel Farage and Elon Musk. The headline reads: “Musk calls for Farage to be fired.”

The Guardian – Musk says Reform UK needs new leader as he takes aim at Farage The Guardian leads on the epic falling out between Elon Musk and Nigel Farage. The paper notes Musk called for Farage to be replaced as leader of Reform after Farage failed to back Musk on Tommy Robinson. The cold snap has brought travel chaos and some fun to the country, the paper reports.