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Saudi Finance Minister approves SR217 ($57.9) billion borrowing plan for 2026
Saudi Arabia has approved a SR217 billion borrowing plan for 2026 to meet its fiscal needs. The funds will cover an anticipated budget deficit of SR165 billion and repay around SR52 billion in maturing debt. The plan focuses on maintaining debt sustainability, diversifying funding sources through bonds, sukuk, and loans, and expanding alternative financing for projects and infrastructure.
US strikes in Venezuela: Did Trump have authority to capture Maduro? What the law says
US forces conducted a large-scale strike in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, following pre-dawn attacks on Caracas. Maduro faces terrorism and drug charges in New York, with the US accusing him of leading a narco-terrorist organization. The operation's legality is debated, with experts citing potential violations of international law.
Drugs, oil, illegal immigration: Why Donald Trump ordered Venezuela strikes; what we know so far
In a dramatic pre-dawn operation, the US launched airstrikes across Venezuela, leading to explosions in Caracas and the reported capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. President Trump announced their detention, stating they will face narco-terrorism charges in New York. This aggressive military action, unprecedented in decades, follows months of US pressure and accusations against Maduro's government regarding drug trafficking and regional instability.
Famous Turkish twitch streamer Elraenn switches to Kick — Here’s everything to know
Popular Turkish streamer Elraenn has moved to Kick. He gained over a million followers on the new platform. Elraenn was a major streamer on Twitch with millions of followers. Changes in his home country influenced his decision. Kick offers better revenue and fewer restrictions. This move highlights how streamers adapt to new platforms for growth and audience connection.
Does Donald Trump’s takeover talk derail Machado’s bid to lead Venezuela? Here's what Polymarket says
Donald Trump's military operation and detention of President Maduro have significantly altered the political landscape in Venezuela. Opposition leader María Corina Machado, who hailed Maduro's capture as a "promise fulfilled" and the start of a democratic transition, now faces a more uncertain path to power. Trump indicated the U.S. would manage Venezuela during this period.
Neil deGrasse Tyson calls Moon-landing denial a ‘disconnect from reality’ on Logan Paul’s podcast
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson confronts Moon-landing denial during a podcast appearance, rejecting scepticism with physics, scale and evidence. From lunar rocks and Saturn V maths to the implausibility of a 400,000-person conspiracy, he explains why Apollo isn’t belief-based history. The argument matters because mistrust survives not through gaps in proof, but misunderstanding, and modern spaceflight puts the debate in perspective.
What will be the future of Venezuela after Maduro? Donald Trump has revealed his future plan, Russia and China will be irritated!
US President Donald Trump has made a big statement about the future of Venezuela. He said that after the removal of Nicolas Maduro from power, the US will exploit Venezuela's vast oil reserves and sell large quantities of oil to other countries. He said the U.S. would run Venezuela's administration until there was a secure transfer of power. Trump Reveals Venezuela's Future UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Saturday expressed deep concern over the US action in Venezuela. He described the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro as a dangerous precedent. Guterres' spokesman Stephane Dujarric
'Classic Communists': Karoline Leavitt mocks Zohran Mamdani and his wife over her borrowed boots
New York City's First Lady Rama Duwaji wore expensive designer boots to her husband's oath ceremony. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized the outfit. Leavitt accused Duwaji and Mayor Zohran Mamdani of hypocrisy. She pointed to their communist approach and housing agenda. Duwaji's stylist stated the boots were borrowed samples. Mamdani's housing plan involves taxing the wealthy.
Hindu man set ablaze by mob in Bangladesh dies of injuries, fourth such incident in 3 weeks
50-year-old Khokon Das, a businessman based in Bangladesh, died of his injuries days after he was assaulted and set ablaze by a radical Islamist mob amid a spate of targeted attacks on the Hindu minority community in the country. This is the fourth such killing in the neighbouring country, which has been on edge since the assassination of Osman Hadi, a radical anti-Indian leader, in December 2025.
UAE fog alert: Authorities warns of extremely low visibility in Dubai and Coastal areas
Dense fog is expected to cause near-zero visibility across parts of the UAE, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi, on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from midnight to 10 am. Authorities are urging drivers to exercise extreme caution due to hazardous conditions. The fog is forecast to clear by mid-morning, giving way to strong winds and blowing dust throughout the weekend.
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