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World’s Safest & Dangerous Cities: 2026 Ranking
At the same time, Caracas in Venezuela and Johannesburg in South Africa were ranked the most dangerous cities
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Top 10 Countries With Worst Healthcare Systems
Syria recording the lowest score globally at 35, followed by Venezuela at 40
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Journalist Gutiérrez brightens World Cup with inspiring wheelchair journey
Gutiérrez, who uses a wheelchair, first gained international attention after securing a brief but memorable interview with Argentina captain Lionel Messi following the defending champions' final World Cup warm-up match against Iceland at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Alabama before the tournament began.
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Three-year-old found alive six days after Venezuela earthquakes
The Jordanian civil defence said Klieber received first aid at the scene before being taken to hospital. According to Venezuelan Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez, the boy was admitted to a medical facility in the capital, Caracas, and his vital signs were reported to be stable.
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Death toll rises to 235 after twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela
The twin earthquakes struck at 6:04 pm local time on Wednesday, a national holiday when many people were at home. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the first quake measured 7.2 in magnitude and was followed seconds later by a stronger 7.5-magnitude tremor.
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Venezuela hit by back-to-back quakes, collapsing buildings in Caracas
The quake had a preliminary magnitude of 7.5, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). It happened just 40 seconds after a foreshock with a magnitude of 7.2 rocked the area. Terrified residents were seen evacuating buildings with their loved ones and pets before gathering in the street.
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US lifts sanctions on Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodríguez
The US has lifted sanctions on Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodríguez, enabling Caracas to pursue control of key overseas assets and expand oil and investment ties after Nicolás Maduro’s capture.
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Trump calls for fresh charges against Maduro as US court case continues
Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the White House on Thursday, Trump said he expects further charges could be filed, even as Maduro and his wife face accusations linked to narco-terrorism and weapons offences.
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Venezuela interim leader reshuffles military command after defence change
The changes come in the wake of the early January operation by US President Donald Trump that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
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Venezuelan Opposition politician freed but questions scope of amnesty
Guanipa, who leads the centre-right Justice First party and previously served as vice-president of the National Assembly, had been in hiding following accusations of terrorism and treason tied to his rejection of the 2024 election results.
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Venezuela to free political prisoners through general Amnesty
Rodríguez instructed the commission on judicial reform and the program for democratic coexistence and peace to prepare the amnesty law and present it to the National Assembly without delay.
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Venezuela allows private companies greater control over oil industry
Despite having the largest proven oil reserves in the world, Venezuela’s oil industry has suffered from mismanagement, lack of investment, and heavy international sanctions, including from the United States.