Latest news on Sunday, 4th of January 2026

  • Is a major geopolitical shift unfolding? 🌍 Today's headlines reveal a fraught intertwining of military operations and political maneuvers. Let's dive into the most critical updates. 📊

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    • Latest news bulletin | January 4th, 2026 – Morning
  • 🚨US Military Action in Venezuela: The dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro has sent shockwaves through Latin America. The US plans to 'run' Venezuela temporarily. 🛬 How will this reshape US-Latin relations? According to The Guardian.

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    • This map of northern Venezuela shows the locations of the military strikes on Saturday Jan. 3 2026.
  • 🎭 Russia's Response: Following the US intervention, Russia issued a strong condemnation and reaffirmed its support for Venezuela. It raises questions about regional alliances. 🤔 What will be the fallout for US-Russian relations? As reported by ISW.

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    • This picture taken on January 3, 2026 and released by North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on January 4, 2026 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visiting a factory involved in making tactical guided weapons, at an undisclosed place in North Korea
  • 📉 Civilian Casualties: Initial reports suggest at least 40 people were killed during the US operation. This raises ethical questions about military interventions. 💔 How will this impact the perception of US policies abroad? According to The Guardian.

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    • The site of a drone attack on a hotel in Khroly on January 1, 2026, is seen in this handout photo released by Russia-appointed governor of the Kherson region, Vladimir Saldo
  • 💼 Oil Industry Implications: Trump stated that US oil companies will heavily invest to modernize Venezuela's oil infrastructure. What does this mean for global oil markets? ⛽ How might this play into the ongoing energy crisis? As reported by The Guardian.

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    • President Donald Trump speaks at his Mar-a-Lago club on January 3, 2026, in Palm Beach, Florida.
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For the first two decades of her life, where did Leda reside, and what were her primary sources of sustenance?

Where did Leda spend the first two decades of her life? 🤔
Difficulty: Easy
What were Leda's primary sources of sustenance during her confinement? 🍎🍷
Difficulty: Medium
What was Leda's relationship to the woman whose skeleton was found in the cellar? 👑
Difficulty: Hard
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Latest news on Saturday, 3rd of January 2026

  • What if the threats to global stability are escalating more than we realize? Here are some urgent updates on military maneuvers and political tensions you need to know! 📰

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    • Latest news bulletin | January 1st, 2026 – Evening
  • **China's military posture grows aggressive**: The PLA is enhancing its capabilities to project power near Taiwan, focusing on new technologies like AI and missile systems. This signals increased regional tensions, especially in the Indo-Pacific. According to ISW.

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    • Latest news bulletin | January 2nd, 2026 – Evening
  • **Taiwan faces political turbulence**: Taiwan's Legislative Yuan is attempting impeachment proceedings against President Lai for not enacting a law, highlighting internal strife. Could this impact Taiwan's response to external pressures?

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  • **Chinese exercises simulate blockade**: The PLA conducted large-scale exercises simulating a blockade of Taiwan, demonstrating readiness for coercive tactics. This could undermine Taiwanese sovereignty and deter allies, according to ISW.

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  • **European wildfire response strategies**: Amid a challenging influx of water pollution issues, European nations seek better ways to manage resources. How might this impact cooperation on environmental policies going forward? As reported by Euronews.

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    • Latest news bulletin | January 3rd, 2026 – Midday
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    • Business As Usual by E P Unny, January 2026
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Latest news on Friday, 2nd of January 2026

  • What events shaped the world as we stepped into 2026? 🌍 Let's dive into the latest global headlines that caught attention this New Year's Day—several must-know developments await!

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    • Latest and Breaking News Today in Hindi Live 2 January 2026
  • 🔥 Deadly Fire in Switzerland: A bar fire in a Swiss ski resort claims at least 40 lives during New Year celebrations. This tragedy raises concerns over safety regulations in public venues. How will their families cope with the aftermath? According to Euronews.

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    • Latest news bulletin | January 2nd, 2026 – Morning
  • 💥 Russia's Assault on Ukraine: Russia initiates one of its largest drone attacks on Zaporizhzhia, marking a turbulent start to 2026. This escalation might signal intensified conflict moving forward. What does this mean for regional stability? As reported by Euronews.

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    • Latest news bulletin | January 1st, 2026 – Morning
  • 🇧🇬 Bulgaria's Euro Transition: As Bulgaria officially switches to the euro, citizens express mixed reactions. The financial landscape in the EU is shifting—what might this mean for other nations considering the euro? According to Euronews.

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  • 🎉 Global New Year Celebrations: From Sydney's fireworks to New York City's iconic ball drop, countries across the globe welcomed 2026 with grandeur. Revelers came together in a show of resilience and unity—what were your favorite moments of celebration?

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    • People take part in New Year’s Eve celebrations on January 01, 2026 in New York City. Thousands of people packed into Times Square to celebrate and watch the ball drop, with over one ton of confetti being released at midnight.
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5 surprising facts about keyboard layout designs worldwide

The QWERTY layout was designed to prevent typewriters from jamming.

AZERTY is commonly used in France and Belgium for typing French.

The Dvorak layout minimizes finger movement for faster typing.

Germany uses the QWERTZ layout, swapping the 'Y' and 'Z' keys.

Switching to alternative layouts like Dvorak can require extensive relearning.

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