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Chile's Big Shift: Why Voters Picked a Tough-on-Crime Leader

December 15, 2025

Chile just made a huge political move. They chose José Antonio Kast as their new president. He's known for his strong stance on security and immigration. Kast won big, getting 58% of the votes. His main focus? Making the country safer by dealing with crime and controlling who comes in. Kast isn't n

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U. S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker: Is It Piracy or Justice?

December 14, 2025

In recent times, the United States has taken control of a Venezuelan oil tanker named the Skipper. This move has sparked a heated debate. The U. S. claims the ship was involved in illegal oil smuggling and supporting terrorism. But Venezuela's President Maduro calls it an act of piracy. He believes

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Venezuela's Oil Tanker Grabbed by U. S. in Cuba Aid Row

December 13, 2025

A recent incident involving an oil tanker named Skipper has brought attention to Venezuela's long-standing practice of sending oil to Cuba. The tanker, which set sail from Venezuela on December 4, was carrying nearly two million barrels of heavy crude oil. Its initial destination was the Cuban port

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A Bold Escape: How a Former Soldier Smuggled a Venezuelan Leader to Safety

December 12, 2025

In a daring nighttime operation, a former US special forces member orchestrated the secret escape of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. The mission, carried out under the cover of darkness, involved a treacherous sea journey lasting over 13 hours. The team, led by Bryan Stern, faced

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A Leader Steps Down as U. S. Boat Attacks Face Questions

December 12, 2025

A high-ranking U. S. Navy leader has left his post early, sparking curiosity about why he chose to retire now. Admiral Alvin Holsey, who was in charge of military activities in Latin America, handed over his responsibilities to Air Force Lieutenant General Evan Pettus during a quiet ceremony near Mi

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A Giant Oil Ship's Journey to Houston

December 12, 2025

A massive oil tanker, the Skipper, is on its way to Houston after being taken over by the U. S. near Venezuela. This move is part of a bigger plan to put pressure on Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro. The Skipper is carrying a huge amount of Venezuelan oil, about 1. 85 million barrels. But it's to

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U. S. Takes Venezuelan Oil Tanker: What's Really Going On?

December 12, 2025

The U. S. has taken control of a Venezuelan oil tanker, and they plan to keep the oil. This move is part of a bigger plan to stop illegal oil and drug trafficking. The tanker, called "The Skipper, " was seized because it was used to transport oil illegally. The U. S. says this action is not about st

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The Bold Rescue of a Venezuelan Hero

December 11, 2025

In a daring move, a private team pulled off a risky rescue mission. They smuggled Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado out of her country. The journey took about 15 to 16 hours. Most of that time was spent battling rough seas. Bryan Stern, a U. S. special forces veteran, led the operati

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Venezuela's Fight for Democracy: A Nobel Laureate's Stand

December 11, 2025

María Corina Machado, a prominent Venezuelan opposition figure, recently received the Nobel Peace Prize. She has been a vocal critic of President Nicolás Maduro's government. After spending over a year in hiding, she resurfaced to address the media in Oslo, Norway. Machado stood alongside Norway's

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A Closer Look at U. S. Policy in Latin America

December 11, 2025

A recent letter to the editor sparked a debate about U. S. policy in Latin America. The writer, Richard R. Allen, took issue with Democratic Congressional Candidate Kyle Rable's assessment of President Trump's policies. Rable had criticized the administration, pointing to higher grocery prices and i