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Who's in charge of Venezuela and what happens next?
Donald Trump says the US will "run" Venezuela until a "safe" transition after capturing its president and first lady.

Spies, drones and blowtorches: How the US captured Maduro
An extraordinary mission dubbed "Operation Absolute Resolve" saw elite troops breach the Venezuelan president's fortified compound.

'I can't believe it' - Joy and uncertainty in Florida's 'Little Venezuela'
Celebrations have swept across Florida's Doral, even as questions linger over Venezuela's future.

Starmer tells me he'll survive - but can he keep this new year's resolution?
The prime minister discusses the economy, Europe, Venezuela and his own future in an interview with Laura Kuenssberg.

Snow and ice warnings issued ahead of Monday return to work
The Met Office warns of disruption to travel as many people return to work and school after Christmas.

Police identify 16 more victims of Swiss bar fire
Among those killed by the blaze at Le Constellation is 16-year-old Swiss national Arthur Brodard, his mother confirms.

Man who died trying to save people from sea was true selfless hero, family say
Mark Ratcliffe's family say he was "so cruelly taken trying to save others".

Jesy Nelson told her twin babies may 'never walk'
The former Little Mix star said her girls have been diagnosed with a rare genetic condition.

Anthony Joshua posts first picture since fatal crash in poignant tribute
Anthony Joshua posts on social media for the first time since he was injured in a car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria.

The 'happy little town' left reeling from sea deaths
Two people are dead and a third is missing after getting into difficulty in the sea at Withernsea.

Dreading going back to work? How to ease the post-Christmas return
Career coaches and leaders share practical advice for managing anxiety and overload after the break.

How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China
The plushies bring "emotional value" to Chinese youth navigating economic uncertainty.

Will 2026 be the year MPs and peers agree on how to repair Parliament?
Parliamentarians will shortly have to decide if they should leave their building to allow for billions of pounds of maintenance work to take place.

Starmer ready for closer alignment with the EU 'in the national interest'
His comments are the strongest yet about how the UK's post-Brexit relationship with the EU could evolve.

UK and France bomb underground IS arms bunker in Syria
RAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an Islamic State group arms store in Syria, UK officials say.

Tyson Fury comes out of retirement... again
Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury announces he will return to boxing in 2026, bringing an end to his latest spell of retirement.

Wicked composer latest to cancel Kennedy Center gig after Trump name change
Stephen Schwartz says he will not appear at the arts venue as it "has now become an ideological statement".

How to fix frozen water pipes and how to deal with burst ones
Residents are warned to check pipes as rising temperatures after a freeze can cause water bursts.

Binned sausage rolls served to rail passengers
LNER worker Peter Duffy's claims for unfair dismissal are dismissed by a tribunal.

Canal collapse repairs to take most of 2026
New aerial footage shows the extent of the damage on the canal in Shropshire.

Venezuela could now define Trump's legacy - and America's place in the world
Removing a leader and pledging to rebuild a country represents a major shift in Trump's America First vision, writes Anthony Zurcher.

'A long road ahead': Venezuelans react to Maduro's arrest with hope and worry
Caracas residents worry about what comes after US intervention in their country amid a tense political climate.

'Deeply shocked': World leaders react to US attack on Venezuela
There has been a mixed reaction to a large-scale strike on Venezuela and Maduro's capture by the US.

Why has Trump attacked Venezuela and taken Maduro?
The US has been ramping up pressure on the Venezuelan leader since Trump took office last January.

Harry Potter cafe reopens four years after devastating fire
Author JK Rowling was a regular while writing her first novels in The Elephant House in Edinburgh.

Is the move to Australia as glossy as it appears on Instagram?
The pull to Australia has never been stronger, but is the move what it appears to be on Instagram?

Warm Christmas for puppies and mum found hiding in tree
Five puppies and their mother are safe and warm in specialist foster care after a cold start to life.

'I can finally breathe easy despite rare condition'
Natalie Rekowski says she felt like a "new woman" after having surgery in Nottingham.

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Trump strikes Venezuela, captures the President, says the US will take over
President Nicolas Maduro faces criminal charges in New York.

How did a YouTuber stop federal funding to Minnesota?
And can Zohran Mamdani keep up the momentum as New York mayor?

Sir David Attenborough explores the surprising wildlife of London
Sir David Attenborough explores the surprising wildlife of his hometown – London.