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Fear you'll never be able to invest in real estate because of money, credit, or bad timing? This single mom lost her house and had a 200 credit score, yet she was still able to rebuild her life and buy rental properties. If she can find a way to build wealth, so can YOU! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Just months before the 2008 housing market crash, Sarah Weatherbee found herself unable to make her mortgage payments. So, she rented out her home, moved to Nicaragua, and lived off the rental income until the dust settled. Unfortunately, shortly after returning to the U.S., she lost her home. The silver lining? Although things hadn't panned out, Sarah had been given a small taste of what it's like to own a rental propertyāwith someone paying down your mortgage for youāand was determined to own real estate again one day. And that's exactly what she did by buckling down, rebuilding her credit, and stashing away money for her next property. Fast forward to today, and Sarah has bought multiple properties with low money down. Stay tuned as she shares the investing strategy she uses to do it! In This Episode We Cover How Sarah rebuilt her credit and bought real estate again after losing her home Making over $130,000 in pure profit from ONE real estate deal The investing strategy that allows you to buy multiple properties with low money down When to move to another area of the country to invest in real estate The one reason why Sarah didn't quit real estate investing after failure And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā BiggerPockets.comā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā and ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-671 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā advertise@biggerpockets.comā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā .Ā Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum ā Does the United States need to take control of a country like Greenland to establish a āGolden Domeā to protect the United States? Are our longtime allies moving toward countries that pose a threat to us, such as Canada and Mexico, cozying up to China? How about Iran? How close are they to countries like Venezuela, Nicaragua, Bolivia, and...
En este episodio de Me lo dijo Adela, analizamos los hechos mĆ”s relevantes del Foro EconĆ³mico Mundial en Davos con la internacionalista Brenda Estefan, quien comenta el discurso del primer ministro de CanadĆ” y de Donald Trump, asĆ como la reacciĆ³n de la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum y la filtraciĆ³n de mensajes privados de Emmanuel Macron. AdemĆ”s, vĆa Zoom, el alcalde de Miguel Hidalgo, Mauricio Tabe, explica su solicitud formal ante la SecretarĆa de Relaciones Exteriores para reubicar las embajadas de Venezuela, Cuba y Nicaragua por considerarlas representaciones de gobiernos antidemocrĆ”ticos. TambiĆ©n presentamos un caso de secuestro en Sinaloa vinculado a la cultura del crimen organizado, y en nuestra mesa de anĆ”lisis, con Rosario Robles y Arturo Maximiliano GarcĆa, se abordan la reforma electoral, los impactos de Trump en MĆ©xico y los temas internacionales de Davos. Un episodio completo de polĆtica, seguridad y relaciones internacionales. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum ā Does the United States need to take control of a country like Greenland to establish a āGolden Domeā to protect the United States? Are our longtime allies moving toward countries that pose a threat to us, such as Canada and Mexico, cozying up to China? How about Iran? How close are they to countries like Venezuela, Nicaragua, Bolivia, and...
Let's think back to January 6th 2021, when the U.S. Capitol was invaded by radical pro-Trump activists. Of course since then, Donald Trump has left the White House. But, with hindsight, how should we remember his mandate and this event in particular?Ā Political scientist Baraba F. Walter recently looked into the US's current instability and went as far as describing it as an anocracy. That's a term for a government that is neither fully democratic, nor fully autocratic.Ā It was first coined in 1946 by Austrian philosopher Martin Buber and then translated into English in the 1950s. Barbara Walter is a CIA advisor and professor at the University of San Diego in California. Throughout her career, she has studied conflicts in many countries across the world, such as Lebanon, Syria, Sri Lanka, and Nicaragua, to name just a few.Ā Where does the word anocracy come from? Why would she believe that? And how can an anocracy plunge into civil war? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to more episodes, click here: ā Are my smart devices spying on me?ā ā What is synthetic fuel?ā ā What is a frozen conflict?ā A Bababam Originals podcast. Written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 19/1/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whether youāre a seasoned team member or preparing for your first trip, short-term mission trips have the potential to make a meaningful global impact. In this conversation, weāll highlight five key principles that help ensure our efforts contribute to lasting, sustainable change in the communities we serve.
On Friday, temperatures are expected to drop into the upper and mid-20s. Saturday is expected to see the most intense conditions, as odds favor a transition from rain to sleet to snow given the increasing depth of the cold air. In other news, President Donald Trump addressed the shift from Wall Street to Y'all Street as a negative thing in a social media post Sunday evening; Dallas police arrested five people early Monday morning after they gathered at a traffic accident scene and began assaulting officers and interfering with the investigation; an immigrant from Nicaragua was found dead at a Texas immigration detention facility last week. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials said in a statement that Victor Manuel Diaz appears to have killed himself Wednesday at the sprawling tent complex at the U.S. Army's Fort Bliss base in El Paso; and Dallas' decorative crosswalks may have run out of pavement. In a newly released notice, Texas regulators denied the city's request to keep the artistic markings and set an end-of-month deadline to plan their removal or risk losing state or federal transportation funding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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An Acid Western about a 19th century American mercenary overthrowing the government of Nicaragua is one of the angriest farces ever committed to film, reflecting on not only the historical attrocities, but also the then on-going attrocities tied to the U.S. Iran-Contra scandals. It's the film that killed director Alex Cox's chances at a mainstream career, but what a way to go. Starring Ed Harris, Richard Masur, RenƩ Auberjonois, Peter Boyle, Miguel Sandoval, and Marlee Matlin. Written by Rudy Wurlitzer. Directed by Alex Cox. Music by Joe Strummer.
Un candidato presidencial en Costa Rica defiende su fe tras un comentario sarcĆ”stico de un rival durante un debate. Nicaragua liberĆ³ a un pastor y a su familia tras seis meses de detenciĆ³n, luego de prohibir el ingreso de Biblias al ...
Un candidato presidencial en Costa Rica defiende su fe tras un comentario sarcĆ”stico de un rival durante un debate. Nicaragua liberĆ³ a un pastor y a su familia tras seis meses de detenciĆ³n, luego de prohibir el ingreso de Biblias al ...
SHOW SCHEDULE1-14-251920 SALT RIVER China Urges Canada to Break from US Influence. Guests: CHARLES BURTON and GORDON CHANG. China is pressuring Canada to adopt "strategic autonomy" and distance itself from US influence as PM Mark Carney visits Beijing. Despite myths of economic salvation through Chinese trade, experts argue Canada'sexports to China remain minimal. Concerns persist regarding fentanyl production, Arctic neglect, and Chineseespionage. China's "Hollow Power" in Iran and Venezuela. Guests: GORDON CHANG and CHARLES BURTON. China's influence appears limited as it fails to substantively support struggling allies like Venezuela's Maduro or the Iranian regime. While China remains a major purchaser of discounted Iranian oil, it has proven unable to dictate events against US pressure. Experts describe China as a "hollow power." Trump's Iran Tariff Threat and China Trade Rift. Guest: ALAN TONELSON. President Trump's threat of a 25% tariff on any country trading with Iran significantly impacts China, which values this trade for political and symbolic reasons. China has already failed to meet its previous trade obligations, including soybean purchases and rare earth export licenses. Europe remains economically vulnerable. Electricity Costs, AI Demand, and Venezuela's Oil Reality. Guest: BUD WEINSTEIN. Rising US electricity prices, up 30-35% over five years, are driven by data center and AI growth alongside infrastructure underinvestment. Meanwhile, Venezuelan oil is deemed impractical for US demand due to high extraction costs and political instability. Rebuilding these fields would require massive, high-risk investments. Chinese Sinister Intentions in Cuba and Nicaragua. Guest: STEVE YATES. China maintains a significant presence in Cuba, utilizing the island for intelligence gathering and signals facilities targeted at the United States. As Venezuela's oil subsidies to Cuba potentially end, the island faces economic collapse. The US may utilize travel restrictions and economic pressure as leverage. The Risks of Venezuelan Oil and Soaring Copper Prices. Guest: SIMON CONSTABLE. American oil companies remain reluctant to invest in Venezuela due to the historical risk of nationalization and decayed infrastructure. In commodity markets, copper has reached an "astronomical" price of over $6 per pound, leading to a surge in theft from electronics and bridges globally. Artemis 2 Safety Concerns and SpaceX Dominance. Guest: BOB ZIMMERMAN. The Artemis 2 manned mission faces controversy over unresolved Orion heat shield damage observed during previous tests. Meanwhile, SpaceX has secured a monopoly on recent Space Force contracts, signaling a shift toward prioritizing reliability and cost over redundancy. China has filed for 200,000 new satellites. Scouting Mars for Helicopters and the Search for Alien Life. Guest: BOB ZIMMERMAN. Scientists are scouting landing sites for future Mars helicopters in areas containing near-surface ice, potentially for future Starship missions. Research suggests liquid water may have existed on Mars three billion years ago under protective ice sheets. Recent SETI results analyzed billions of data points without finding definitive alien signals. Venezuela's Power Vacuum and the Path Forward. Guest: MARY KISSEL, Executive Vice President at Stephens Incorporated. Mary Kissel discusses the "unfinished" state of Venezuela following the removal of Maduro, characterizing the remaining leadership as "thugs" and "gangs" focused on drug money. She explores the roles of Cuba, regional neighbors like Colombia and Brazil, and the Vatican's new moral leadership in the region. Iran in Transition: Assessing a Regime on the Brink. Guest: MARY KISSEL, Executive Vice President at Stephens Incorporated. John Batchelor and Mary Kissel analyze reports of Iran's potential collapse, citing internet blackouts and regime brutality. They discuss potential U.S. interventions, such as kinetic strikes or Starlinkaccess, and evaluate whether Reza Pahlavi is a credible transitional leader amidst concerns of the country breaking into ethnic factions. The Intellectual Factions of the "New Right". Guest: PETER BERKOWITZ, Hoover Institution Senior Fellow. Peter Berkowitz outlines the fracturing of the "New Right" into factions like national conservatives and post-liberals. Referencing Laura K. Field's book, Furious Minds, he notes these groups often reject Lockeanprinciples in the Declaration of Independence. However, he distinguishes these intellectuals from typical, non-ideological Trump voters. The New Right's Radical Rejection of Traditional Republicanism. Guest: PETER BERKOWITZ, Hoover Institution Senior Fellow. Berkowitz contrasts the New Right's desire for state-led social reform with the Republican Party's traditional focus on liberty and limited government. He discusses Michael Anton's views on the "right of revolution" and warns that attacking classical liberalism risks eroding essential protections against bigotry and persecution in America. Plunging Russian Oil Prices and the Impact of Global Sanctions. Guest: MICHAEL BERNSTAM. Russian oil prices are dropping significantly, with some major brands selling between $34 and $35 per barrel. Westernsanctions and global supply gluts allow buyers like China and India to extract massive discounts. Future stability in Iran could further increase competition, driving Russian revenues and taxes even lower. Pakistan's $1.5 Billion Arms Deal with Sudan and China's Strategic Influence. Guests: RICK FISHER and GORDON CHANG. Pakistan is nearing a deal to supply jets and drones to Sudan, likely funded by Saudi Arabia. China uses these transactions to establish alternative security structures in the Middle East. Experts suggest China prefers ongoing conflict over peace to maximize profits and regional influence. The Collapse of the Chinese Real Estate Market and Economic Stagnation. Guests: ANNE STEVENSON-YANG and GORDON CHANG. China's property sector faces a permanent downturn, with prices dropping 30ā60% and enough vacant apartments to house billions. The government lacks the funds for a rescue. Xi Jinping'sfocus on high-tech is insufficient to replace real estate, which previously accounted for 25% of GDP. The China-Iran Partnership: Oil, Surveillance, and Regional Stability. Guest: JACK BURNHAM. Chinamaintains a pragmatic "partnership" with Iran, focused on extracting discounted oil. Beijing provides surveillance technology to help the Iranian regime suppress internal protests while officially calling for stability. Additionally, Chinese or Russian technology is suspected of disrupting Starlink satellites to hinder military communications.
Chinese Sinister Intentions in Cuba and Nicaragua. Guest: STEVE YATES. China maintains a significant presence in Cuba, utilizing the island for intelligence gathering and signals facilities targeted at the United States. As Venezuela'soil subsidies to Cuba potentially end, the island faces economic collapse. The US may utilize travel restrictions and economic pressure as leverage.1959 HAVANA
With the removal of Maduro in Venezuela, will the U.S. turn its eye toward Cuba or Nicaragua? How might that affect the cigar industry? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH
It's Wednesday, January 14th, A.D. 2026. This isĀ The Worldview in 5 MinutesĀ heard on 140 radio stations and atĀ www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Most dangerous countries for Christians: The 2026 Red List Global Christian Relief released itsĀ 2026 Red ListĀ of the world's most dangerous countries to be a Christian.Ā The report verified nearly 2,000 Christians were killed between November 2023 and October 2025. The country with the most killings of Christians was Nigeria. The country with the most violence and intimidation against churches was Rwanda. China led with the most arrests and sentences of Christians. Mozambique saw the most displacement of believers. And Mexico had the most abductions of Christians.Ā Other dangerous countries for Christians included the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, India, Iran, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Russia, Ukraine, and Vietnam. Psalm 37:14-15 says, āThe wicked have drawn the sword and have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, to slay those who are of upright conduct. Their sword shall enter their own heart, and their bows shall be broken.ā Trump threatens Nigeria with more military strikes Speaking of Nigeria, the country could seeĀ more military strikesĀ from the United States if violence against Christians continues. On Christmas Day last month, the U.S. launched deadly strikes in Nigeria against militants linked with the Islamic State. Ā U.S. President Donald Trump toldĀ The New York TimesĀ last Thursday, āI'd love to make it a one-time strike. But if they continue to kill Christians it will be a many-time strike.ā ListenĀ to President Trump's warning last November. TRUMP: āI'm hereby instructing our Department of War to prepare for possible action. If we attack, it will be fast, vicious and sweet, just like the terrorist thugs attack our cherished Christians.ā Texas banned tax-funded abortion travel Texas Attorney General Ken PaxtonĀ claimed victoryĀ last Friday in a case against San Antonio's abortion travel fund. The city established its so-called āReproductive Justice Fundā last year to support women traveling to other states to kill their unborn babies. However, Texas subsequently passed a law to ban such funding. Attorney General PaxtonĀ commentedĀ on the case. He said, āI will always do everything in my power to prevent radicals from manipulating the system to murder innocent babies. ā¦ San Antonio's unlawful attempt to cover the travel and other expenses for out-of-state abortions has now officially been defeated.ā Trump wants to ban institutional investors in single-family homes President Donald Trump is calling for Congress to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes. Such investors haveĀ acquired thousandsĀ of single-family homes since the 2008 financial crisis.Ā President Trump hopes his ban on institutional investors would make single-family homes more affordable. The median price for an existing home hit a record $435,300 last year. OnĀ Truth Social, he wrote, āPeople live in homes, not corporations.ā More immigrants left America than entered in 2025 A report by the Brookings Institute estimates that moreĀ immigrants left the U.S.Ā than entered it last year. The report suggests net migration fell by anywhere from 10,000 to 295,000 in 2025. It's the first time in at least 50 years that net migration was negative for America. 2026 is also expected to see negative net migration. Actor Timothy Busfield arrested on child sex abuse charges NewsNation has confirmed that Emmy-winning actor Timothy Busfield has surrendered to law enforcement after an arrest warrant was issued last week amid allegations of sexual abuse involving minors in New Mexico. According to a criminal complaint, two young actors allege that Busfield, age 68, touched them inappropriately while on set filming the Fox series āThe Cleaning Ladyā from 2022 to 2024, where Busfield was an Executive Producer. The court documents detail a pattern of grooming, where Busfield would allegedly shower the children with gifts and praise, while also kissing and fondling the boys in a bedroom on set. They were 7 and 8 years old at the time. Record high of U.S. independents A new Gallup survey found a record-highĀ 45 percent of U.S. adultsĀ identified as political independents last year. The last time that Americans were evenly split between Republicans, Independents, and Democrats was 2005. Since then, identification with Republicans and Democrats has dwindled to 27 percent each.Ā The rise of political independents comes as younger generations are less likely to identify with a party. However, slightly more Americans still lean Democrat than Republican.Ā Christian homeless shelter allowed to hire like-minded staff And finally, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of AppealsĀ ruled unanimouslyĀ in favor of Union Gospel Mission last Tuesday. The Christian homeless shelter in Washington state serves anyone but only hires employees who agree with their religious beliefs. A state anti-discrimination law would have required the mission to hire people who did not align with their beliefs. So, the mission challenged the law with the help of Alliance Defending Freedom. Jeremiah Galus, Senior Counsel with the Christian legal group,Ā said, āYakima Union Gospel Mission exists to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ through its homeless shelter, addiction-recovery programs, outreach efforts, meal services, and health clinics. The Ninth Circuit correctly ruled that the First Amendment protects the mission's freedom to hire fellow believers who share that calling.ā Hebrews 13:16 says, āBut do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.ā Close And that'sĀ The WorldviewĀ on this Wednesday, January 14th, in the year of our Lord 2026.Ā Follow us on XĀ or subscribe for free byĀ Spotify,Ā Amazon Music, or byĀ iTunes or emailĀ to our unique Christian newscast atĀ www.TheWorldview.com.Ā I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
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Le lundi 12 janvier, vers 16h30, Alain Orsoni est assassinĆ© dans le village de Vero, en Corse-du-sud. Son assassin n'a tirĆ© qu'une balle et l'a atteint dans la rĆ©gion du cÅur. L'ex-dirigeant nationaliste Ć©tait exilĆ© depuis plusieurs annĆ©es en AmĆ©rique centrale et ne venait que trĆØs rarement en Corse. En ce dĆ©but du mois de janvier, il Ć©tait sur son Ć®le natale pour assister aux obsĆØques de sa mĆØre.Alain Orsoni Ć©pouse la cause nationaliste corse dans les annĆ©es 1970 et s'engage au sein du FLNC, le Front de libĆ©ration nationale de la Corse. Dans les annĆ©es 1990, il fonde son propre mouvement, le Mouvement pour l'autodĆ©termination (MPA), que ses dĆ©tracteurs ne tardent pas Ć surnommer le Ā« Mouvement pour les affaires Ā». Il quitte la Corse en 1996, en pleine guerre fratricide entre mouvements nationalistes, et s'exile en AmĆ©rique centrale. En 2008, il se rĆ©installe Ć Ajaccio et il est la cible d'une tentative d'assassinat. Depuis plusieurs annĆ©es, Alain Orsoni Ć©tait retournĆ© vivre au Nicaragua.Cet Ć©pisode de Code source est racontĆ© par Damien Delseny, chef du service police justice du Parisien.Ćcoutez Code source sur toutes les plates-formes audio : Apple Podcast (iPhone, iPad), Amazon Music, Podcast Addict ou Castbox, Deezer, Spotify.CrĆ©dits. Direction de la rĆ©daction : Pierre Chausse - RĆ©dacteur en chef : Jules Lavie - Reporter : Barbara Gouy - Production : Clara Garnier-Amouroux, Thibault Lambert et AnaĆÆs Godard - RĆ©alisation et mixage : Pierre Chaffanjon - Musiques : FranƧois Clos, Audio Network - Archives : INA. HĆ©bergĆ© par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Mike CobbĀ is not your average CEO. Over 25 years ago, he recognized a significant gap between how people dreamed about living abroad and how they actually made it happen. While most folks stopped at āwouldn't it be nice to retire on the beach,ā Mike rolled up his sleeves and started building real communities across Latin Americaāin Belize, Nicaragua, Panama, and beyond.Ā Along the way, he's helped thousands of expats, investors, and digital nomads turn their āsomedayā into reality. From navigating property laws and second passports to launching Discovery Tours that let people see, touch, and feel what life abroad could look like, Mike has made the dream practical.Ā What sets him apart as a guest is his ability to tell stories that blend entrepreneurship, global living, and practical investing. He's candid about the lessons learned from decades of working in emerging markets. He knows how to explain complex ideas, such as international diversification or SD-IRA investments, in a way that's approachable, engaging, and fun.Ā Suppose your audience is curious about retiring abroad, investing internationally, or just creating a āPlan Bā lifestyle. In that case, Mike brings the perfect mix of expertise and storytelling to inspire them to take action.Ā He's a well-known speaker, writer, and thought leader on international real estate, expat living, and alternative investments, such as teak ownership.Ā Whether it's guiding families through the process of retiring overseas, helping digital entrepreneurs establish a āPlan B,ā or showing investors how to diversify their investments through global property, Mike brings both practical insights and engaging stories from his decades of experience on the ground.
Programa 13/1/26: Analizamos la situaciĆ³n en IrĆ”n, paĆs que en los Ćŗltimos dĆas ha vivido violentas protestas callejeras y una represiĆ³n que ha dejado una importante cifra de muertos. TambiĆ©n hablamos de la liberaciĆ³n de presos polĆticos en Nicaragua. Y conversamos con un cientĆfico chileno radicado en Australia que participĆ³ en una investigaciĆ³n donde se descubrieron 11 nuevas especies de lagartos en el norte del paĆs suramericano.
Entre las personas liberadas se encuentran periodistas, estudiantes y lĆderes sociales. El anuncio fue presentado como gesto de āpaz y reconciliaciĆ³nā en el marco de los 19 aƱos del rĆ©gimen.
Top headlines for Tuesday, January 13, 2026In this episode, we cover Rev. Franklin Graham's sharp criticism of anti-ICE protests, calling them driven by the āradical socialist left.ā We also look at Hillsong Church's plans to redevelop its massive Hills Campus with new development partners, and we remember the life and legacy of Robert Wolgemuth, the beloved Christian author and publisher who has passed away at 77.00:11 Franklin Graham: ICE protesters 'underpinned' by radical leftists00:58 Hillsong Church says multi-million-dollar development not final01:46 Stacie Orrico sues former manager for alleged sexual assault02:33 Christian author Robert Wolgemuth dies at 7703:16 Man violently disrupts NYC church service, storms altar03:57 Nicaragua releases dozens of political prisoners amid US pressure04:45 Bible sales double in the US, UK since 2019Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastā Follow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on XChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeā Get the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for Androidā Subscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!ā Links to the NewsFranklin Graham: ICE protesters 'underpinned' by radical leftists | U.S.Hillsong Church says multi-million-dollar development not final | Church & MinistriesStacie Orrico sues former manager for alleged sexual assault | EntertainmentChristian author Robert Wolgemuth dies at 77 | Church & MinistriesMan violently disrupts NYC church service, storms altar | U.S.Nicaragua releases dozens of political prisoners amid US pressure | WorldBible sales double in the US, UK since 2019 | Church & Ministries
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La Mesa Internacional -13.01.2026 - Ecos de dichos de Trump sobre Venezuela, Cuba, MĆ©xico, Colombia, Nicaragua y Groenlandia by En Perspectiva
In this episode ofĀ The President's Daily Brief: President Trump weighs strike options againstĀ Iran, as the regime unleashes a deadly crackdown on protesters and warns that any U.S. action would trigger retaliation against American forces and Israel. U.S. forces carry out large-scale strikes againstĀ Islamic StateĀ targets inĀ Syria, signaling Washington's determination to keep pressure on the terror group despite its degraded state. The United States andĀ VenezuelaĀ begin a diplomatic reset, as both sides take initial steps toward restoring relations following the ouster of NicolĆ”s Maduro. And in today's Back of the BriefāU.S. pressure appears to be paying off as NicaraguaĀ frees political prisoners just days after similar moves in Venezuela. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visitingĀ https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.Ā YouTube:Ā youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go toĀ https://joindeleteme.com/PDBĀ and use promocode PDB at checkout. American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. NMLS 182334,Ā nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-885-1881 for details about credit costs and terms. VisitĀ http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/PDB.Ā CBDistillery: VisitĀ https://CBDistillery.comĀ and use promo code PDB for 25% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jared and Steven convince everyone we're just a little guy and they give us a million dollars for it.
Su voz estĆ” entre las mĆ”s influyentes de finales del siglo XX. BuscĆ³ a Dios a travĆ©s de la ciencia porque consideraba que era un camino mĆ”s directo incluso que el de la religiĆ³n. Fue cura, revolucionario, escritor, poeta, escultor y teĆ³logo; una persona utĆ³pica que miraba la realidad proyectĆ”ndose al futuro. Pero sobre todas estas facetas, Ernesto Cardenal fue un mĆstico que aplicaba el amor a todo, convencido de que es la Ćŗnica vĆa de liberaciĆ³n del ser humano. La situaciĆ³n polĆtica de su paĆs, Nicaragua, estuvo fuertemente unida a su biografĆa y obra.Tras pasar por un monasterio trapense de Estados Unidos, donde conociĆ³ al teĆ³logo y activista Thomas Merton, se ordenĆ³ sacerdote. FundĆ³ la famosa comunidad campesina de Solentiname, participĆ³ en la RevoluciĆ³n Sandinista y fue miembro de su primer gobierno. En esta etapa, la visita de Juan Pablo II a Managua en 1983 dejĆ³ una imagen que recorriĆ³ el mundo: Ernesto Cardenal arrodillado ante un papa que le reprendĆa por su actividad polĆtica y su cercanĆa a la TeologĆa de la LiberaciĆ³n. El religioso saliĆ³ del gobierno tras la eliminaciĆ³n del Ministerio de Cultura y se desvinculĆ³ del Frente Sandinista de LiberaciĆ³n Nacional por la deriva autoritaria de Daniel Ortega.En su poesĆa, marcada por la intertextualidad y el exteriorismo, destacan tĆtulos como 'OraciĆ³n por Marilyn Monroe y otros poemas', 'Salmos', 'Gethsemani, Ky', 'Homenaje a los indios' o 'CĆ”ntico cĆ³smico', la que muchos consideran su obra cumbre. En prosa sobresalen los tres tomos de sus memorias. Hasta su muerte, a los 95 aƱos, Cardenal siguiĆ³ viajando, escribiendo, meditando... y amando.Este documental sonoro, con guion de Libertad MartĆnez y diseƱo sonoro de Mayca Aguilera, cuenta con los escritores nicaragĆ¼enses Sergio RamĆrez y Gioconda Belli, amigos personales de Ernesto Cardenal. Participan tambiĆ©n MarĆa Ćngeles PĆ©rez LĆ³pez, profesora de la Universidad de Salamanca y experta en su obra; Ignacio DueƱas GarcĆa de Polavieja, docente e investigador de la TeologĆa de la LiberaciĆ³n; y Juan JosĆ© Tamayo, uno de los referentes en Europa de esta corriente teolĆ³gica cristiana.Escuchar audio
In this stream I discuss the latest news regarding America capturing Maduro, Ai in Jerusalem, Bible banning in Nicaragua, the Candace Owens saga and more. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think. God bless
They called Ali Primera āThe People's Singer.ā The Venezuelan ambassador of the Nueva Cancion, protest song, movement, which spilled across Latin America in the 1960s and '70s, and included others like Mercedes Sosa and Victor Jara.Ali Primera sang in solidarity. He sang for rights and for justice. He sang in defense of the people, the humble and the working class. He sang in solidarity with El Salvador in the 1980s, and Nicaragua. He sang for revolution and for peace.Ā He sang to demand an end to US imperialism. An end to US intervention and aggression throughout Latin America.Please check out our new season of Under the Shadow. It's all about Trump's onslaught in Latin America. You can listen and subscribe here: https://therealnews.com/under-the-shadowBIG NEWS! This podcast has won Gold in this year's Signal Awards for best history podcast! It's a huge honor. Thank you so much to everyone who voted and supported.Ā Sign up for the Stories of Resistance podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, or wherever you listen. And please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. A little help goes a long way.The Real News's legendary host Marc Steiner has also won a Gold Signal Award for best episode host. You can listen and subscribe to the Marc Steiner Show here on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.Please consider supporting this podcast and Michael Fox's reporting on his Patreon account: patreon.com/mfox. There you can also see exclusive pictures, videos, and interviews.Ā Written and produced by Michael Fox.Resources:Nicaragua - 1983 - concierto por la pazAliĢ Primera. Abran la Puerta.Los Guaraguaos "No Basta Rezar", LIVE, 1974ali primera - CanciĆ³n BolivarianaĀ AliĢ Primera. Himno Nacional de Venezuela.Ali Primera - EntrevistaDocumental "Savia y Fruto" (AlĆ Primera, Entrevista Completa)ChaĢvez sobre aliĢ primeraAli Primera Abrebrecha y Yankee go home en vivoAlĆ Primera - CanciĆ³n Bolivariana (Venezuela) (English Subs)La CanciĆ³n Bolivariana, presentada en dos tiempos, dos interpretaciones en vivo de esta obra que el camarada AlĆ grabĆ³ en nuestros corazones y sobre todo en nuestras mentes como un ideograma perpetuo de la lucha bolivariana, que es nuestra lucha pasada, presente y futura.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!
12 - Who is to blame for yesterday's tragic death? Dom sides with the ICE officers in this scenario. 1205 - Dom can't believe his ears when he listens to the Minneapolis Police Chief. Why does this eyewitness say the woman driving the car is at fault? 1215 - Side - genius in their field 1220 - Your calls. 1230 - LTC Allen B. West joins us this afternoon. What does he think of Jerry Jones latest comments? Why is this tragic death in Minnesota the result of leftist lawlessness? What does West think of Trump's extraction of Maduro in Venezuela and the legality of it? How does Delta Force storming this army base compare to the Navy Seals killing Bin Laden? What does it say about the team that DEI hasn't affected the effectiveness of our elite soldiers? What prevents the Chinese from overrunning Taiwan? 1250 - Remember when Gwen Walz said this? Your calls. 1 - Josh Shapiro is expected to announce his governor re-election campaign later, as Doug Mastriano steps aside for Stacy Garrity. 105 - Are Trump's tariffs the way to go? How will the SCOTUS rule? 110 - Can Republicans figure out healthcare? 120 - Your calls here. 135 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew stops by once again. What is Jeff's analysis of the tragedy in Minnesota? Have Republicans done good enough when it comes to affordability? Is Trump's messaging on the state of affordability correct? What else is going to be big coming up for Republicans and New Jersey? 150 - Dom and Henry have a question for each other? 2 - Former Bucks County Sheriff Fred Harran joins us today to react to the situation with ICE in Minnesota. What is his analysis on it? Who's at fault for the death? What does Fred think about the new Bucks' Sheriff's reversal of Fred's ICE policy and speaking on Minnesota? What is it like for law enforcement when the populace is angry with police? Is the podcast still active? 220 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Did Yoko break up The Beatles? More on the Minnesota situation. 235 - Attorney Extraordinaire Linda Kerns joins us on the holiest of holidaysā¦ Elvis's birthday! Why will Linda not lose another debate to Dom? Is Chester county crazy for the way they continue to handle their voting roll fiasco from last year's election? What is Linda working on now? Why is she disappointed with Henry? What is happening at 5pm today? 250 - The Lightning Round!
On today's special, we turn our full attention to Venezuela, exploring the need for intervention with four guests who offer varied firsthand experiences and perspectives on the country and President Trump's role. Our first guest is Santiago Vidal Calvo, a cities policy analyst focused on government accountability and transparency through the Manhattan Institute's Freedom of Information Law initiatives. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Vidal Calvo immigrated to the United States in 2021. He explains why President Trump's actions were lawful under Article II of the U.S. Constitution and justified by national security concerns, noting that more than a century of precedent supports the president's authority to act in this manner. He also challenges claims of international law violations, questioning who defines and enforces international lawāand where those protections were during the 27 years Venezuelans were killed, tortured, and kidnapped. Next we speak with Carrie Filipetti who currently serves as Executive Director of the Vandenberg Coalition. Previously, she held senior roles at the U.S. Department of State, including Deputy Assistant Secretary for Cuba and Venezuela in the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs and Deputy Special Representative for Venezuelaāearning a Superior Honor Award for her service. Venezuela's collapse is a stark riches-to-rags story: once the wealthiest nation in Latin America, its decline began with the rise of socialism. In just the past few years, roughly 25 percent of the population has been forced to flee. Families have been torn apart, torture and human rights abuses are widespread, and nearly every Venezuelan has been affectedāfueling strong domestic support for what is unfolding now. Carrie also examines what this moment means for Cuba, and how these developments will shape the broader Western Hemisphere, including implications for Cuba and Nicaragua. Our third guest is Doral Councilman Rafael PiƱeyro, who was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and moved to Miami with his family at the age of 15, carrying hopes and dreams for his future. Today, roughly 40 percent of the Doral community is Venezuelan. This issue goes beyond political parties or ideologyāit is about principle, accountability, and justice. What happens in Venezuela matters not only to its people, but to the entire region and the United States. After 26 years of suffering under these regimes, the impact has been felt both in Venezuela and here at home. Councilman PiƱeyro believes the United States is now sending a clear and unmistakable message: these regimes will be held accountable, and it is time for a better future for Latin Americaāwhile signaling to the world that America is back. Alexa Lavoi, Chief Journalist for Rebel News in Quebec and Ottawa, recounts her on-the-ground reporting from Doral, Florida, where she interviewed Venezuelans who fled their homeland after facing persecution for opposing views or noncompliance with the regime. Through emotional, firsthand stories, Alexa witnessed both the pain and resilience within the community. While hope remains strong, there is also profound worry for the future of Venezuela and for family members still trapped under the regime.
Jared and Steven put out the (metaphorical) fires.
"Pour la police, il est devenu trĆØs rapidement clair que ces gens avaient tous suivi une formation paramilitaire. Ils savaient tous se servir d'un AK-47. Ils pouvaient s'endormir en un instant lorsque leur chef en donnait l'ordre, ils avaient tous une fonction bien prĆ©cise. Ils Ć©tait trĆØs bien organisĆ©s et hautement qualifiĆ©s."C'est l'histoire d'un rĆ©seau terroriste international, dĆ©masquĆ© par un simple accident. Une opĆ©ration bien ficelĆ©e visant Ć enlever des personnalitĆ©s richissimes et Ć extorquer une ranƧon Ć leurs familles. Entre le Nicaragua et le BrĆ©sil, il faudra toutes les ressources d'Interpol pour dĆ©manteler cette organisation criminelle.Interpol est un podcast d'Initial Studio, adaptĆ© de la sĆ©rie documentaire audiovisuelle Ć©ponyme produite par New Dominion Pictures. Cet Ć©pisode a Ć©tĆ© Ć©crit par Tom Naughton et Michael Eldridge. Il a Ć©tĆ© rĆ©alisĆ© par Joe Wiecha.Bonne Ć©coute !Production exĆ©cutive du podcast : Initial StudioProduction Ć©ditoriale : Sarah Koskievic et Marie AgassantMontage : Camille LegrasAvec la voix d'Alix Martineau HĆ©bergĆ© par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.
"Tout Ć©tait complĆØtement dĆ©truit. J'ai vu des restes de cadavres Ć plus d'une centaine de mĆØtres du lieu de l'explosion. La dĆ©flagration a Ć©tĆ© trĆØs violente."C'est l'histoire d'un rĆ©seau terroriste international, dĆ©masquĆ© par un simple accident. Une opĆ©ration bien ficelĆ©e visant Ć enlever des personnalitĆ©s richissimes et Ć extorquer une ranƧon Ć leurs familles. Entre le Nicaragua et le BrĆ©sil, il faudra toutes les ressources d'Interpol pour dĆ©manteler cette organisation criminelle.Interpol est un podcast d'Initial Studio, adaptĆ© de la sĆ©rie documentaire audiovisuelle Ć©ponyme produite par New Dominion Pictures. Cet Ć©pisode a Ć©tĆ© Ć©crit par Tom Naughton et Michael Eldridge. Il a Ć©tĆ© rĆ©alisĆ© par Joe Wiecha.Bonne Ć©coute !Production exĆ©cutive du podcast : Initial StudioProduction Ć©ditoriale : Sarah Koskievic et Marie AgassantMontage : Camille LegrasAvec la voix d'Alix Martineau HĆ©bergĆ© par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.
Cilia Floresā Role: Far from being a symbolic first lady, Flores is a mastermind behind corruption and drug trafficking. She was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury and linked to major criminal activities, including her nephewsā cocaine smuggling. Western Hemisphere Strategy: The discussion emphasizes the Monroe Doctrine and its modern interpretation under Trump (āDonroe Doctrineā), asserting U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere to counter Russian, Chinese, and Iranian influence. Military Operation: The arrest of Maduro was a highly precise Delta Force mission, compared to past U.S. interventions like Noriegaās capture in Panama. The podcast praises Trumpās decisiveness and military success without U.S. casualties. Regional Impact: Cuba: Faces severe pressure due to loss of Venezuelan oil and the death of Cuban guards during the raid. Other Leftist Regimes: Leaders in Nicaragua, Colombia, and Brazil are considered weakened. Mexico: While not a failed state, concerns about narco-terrorism and water treaty disputes are highlighted. Future of Venezuela: Interim President Delcy RodrĆguez is described as another Marxist figure, raising concerns about continuity of corruption. Advocates for free and fair elections to restore stability and attract foreign investment, especially in oil and gold sectors. Venezuelaās vast natural resources make it a prime candidate for rapid economic recovery if governance shifts toward pro-market policies. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 for 1/7/255 Drew and Peter Johnson from Archway Defense discuss the deadly shooting in Minneapolis (3:31). Then, Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR joins Drew to discuss his life and ministry (13:39). Topics: migration (16:18), Nicaragua and coffee (19:22), Fr. John Anthony's conversion (28:54), and prayer and the Rosary (44:28). Link: https://archwaydefense.com/ Relevantradio.com/store Relevantradio.com/Poland https://www.franciscanfriars.com/
In this episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret delivers a solo broadcast examining the reported removal of NicolĆ”s Maduro and the broader implications of regime change operations in Latin America and beyond. Matt walks through historical precedents involving Venezuela, Iran, Cuba, Nicaragua, and Mexico, raising concerns about intelligence-driven interventions, narco-cartel entanglements, and the normalization of foreign regime replacement. A significant portion of the episode explores the concept of technocracy, tracing its origins during the Great Depression and revisiting the proposed āTechnate of the Americas,ā including its ties to elite management systems, energy-based credit models, and centralized control. Matt also contrasts these developments with historical examples of anti-corruption purges in China and Russia, questioning whether similar purges have occurred within U.S. intelligence and military institutions. Throughout the episode, he emphasizes constitutional sovereignty, long-term historical patterns, and the dangers of repeating past imperial strategies under new narratives, while engaging with live audience commentary and questions.
In this episode of Badlands Book Club, CannCon and Ashe in America are joined by Colonel Towner for an in-depth discussion centered on Stolen Elections by Ralph Pizzulo. Rather than moving directly into Chapter 5, the group revisits and recaps Chapters 1 through 3, examining the book's central claims, sources, and narrative structure. The conversation focuses heavily on the book's portrayal of CIA involvement, alleged whistleblowers, election manipulation narratives, and claims surrounding Venezuela, Bolivia, Nicaragua, and U.S. foreign policy operations. Colonel Towner provides detailed critiques of factual inaccuracies, missing documentation, and questionable assertions, particularly regarding intelligence agencies, counterterrorism operations, and election systems. The hosts scrutinize the book's reliance on unnamed sources, lack of redactions, and internal contradictions, while contrasting the claims with historical context and firsthand experience. The episode unfolds as a methodical breakdown of credibility, motive, and narrative construction, setting the stage for future chapters and deeper examination in upcoming episodes.
President Donald Trump marked the new year by launching a military assault on Venezuela and abducting President Nicolas Maduro. Some 75 people in Venezuela were killed in the Saturday attack and 7 U.S service members were injured, according to the Washington Post. Many Democrats and some Republicans have denounced the act as unconstitutional, while Trump has followed up by threatening more military action against Cuba, Mexico, Columbia and Greenland.Ā This week also marks the fifth anniversary of the January 6th insurrection on the U.S. Capitol by a mob of Trump supporters who were attempting to overturn Trump's loss in the 2020 presidential election.Ā I spoke with Vermont Sen. Peter Welch about these escalating domestic and international crises under the Trump administration just before he returned to Washington.Ā The following transcript has been edited for length and clarity.David GoodmanĀ Ā Let's begin by getting your thoughts on the US actions against Venezuela this weekend.Peter WelchĀ Ā It's reckless and it's wrong. I mean, let's acknowledge the military did a very professional job, but the decision the President made to depose the leader of another country, authoritarian that he was, and then to say that this is about us running Venezuela, and then to say that he wants our big oil companies like Exxon to take over Venezuelan oil brings us back to gunboat diplomacy. It's very, very dangerous. I'm adamantly opposed to what the President did.David GoodmanĀ Ā What did you as a United States senator know about this operation in advance?Peter WelchĀ Ā Absolutely nothing. I'm a United States senator and the United States Senate is the institution that has the authority to authorize a military action. This was an act of war. We were never consulted. We were never involved. So we knew no more than any other citizen who woke up that morning. And what you're seeing is that the President is completely acting beyond the authority of an executive. In my view, Congress has to stand up and resist that. But we don't have Republican support, and we need that. I am a co sponsor of a resolution condemning this and I'm going to be urging my Republican colleagues that we not relinquish our authority and have a president who is exceeding the powers that the Constitution gives him.David GoodmanĀ Ā How is this supposed to work? For example, what happened when President George W. Bush invaded Iraq in 2003?Peter WelchĀ Ā The President comes to Congress and asks for an authorization to use force, and in the case of President Bush, he did that before he went to Iraq. I was opposed to that and many members of Congress were, but a majority supported him. But the President did come to Congress. There's a reason for that. When we're going to put our men and women in harm's way, that's a major decision. Deciding to use military force is an easy decision for a president like Trump, but the consequences of it are paid for by our country and by men and women who are willing to serve at the call of the Commander in Chief. That decision should be deliberated. There should be a discussion, there should be a debate. There should be accountability by members of Congress that they said yes or they said no to this request by the President. What there shouldn't ever be is the arbitrary capacity of an individual who happens to be president to plunge us into a war.David GoodmanĀ Ā President Trump said in his address to nation on Saturday that this is all going to be free. It's going to be paid for by Venezuela. Do you believe that?Peter WelchĀ Ā No, absolutely. He said that about the (border) wall too. Let's just discuss this. There is a decision that only the President made. Number one, the decision was to take out Maduro. Number two, everybody in Maduro's government is still in power. Number three, the President says we're going to run the country. How are we going to do that? Number four, he says our oil companies like Exxon are going to take over the Venezuelan oil fields. None of those things can happen and none of them should happen. So the President is saying, āthey're going to pay for it.ā This same president won't lift a finger to extend the health care tax credits that have already expired and where we're going to have about 25,000 Vermonters without health care as a result of that. No, this is bogus.David GoodmanĀ Ā Right now there are Vermonters in the Caribbean, the Vermont Air National Guard. What do we know about the role that they are playing in this operation?Peter WelchĀ Ā First of all, we are all so impressed and appreciative of our Guard. They got 11 days notice right around the Christmas holidays and had to pick up and leave their families behind. There was no notice for them. What we do know is that none of them have been injured, and I am so pleased that that is the news that we have, and we are awaiting a report about what role they did play. But of course, we have the Air National Guard and they have air assets, and obviously those were a big part of this operation, so we'll find out. But I don't know exactly what they were requested to do.David GoodmanĀ Ā The President has described the strategic principle here as the āDonroe Doctrine,ā his update of the 200 year old Monroe Doctrine. What do you understand Trump's doctrine to be?Peter WelchĀ Ā The Monroe Doctrine was an assertion by President James Monroe that European powers could not colonize countries in this hemisphere. What the āDonroeā Doctrine is is the United States can impose its will on countries in this hemisphere. Totally different. It's more about gunboat diplomacy. It's more about imperialism. These are the President's words: āwe're going to run the country in Venezuela,ā āwe're going to have our oil companies there.ā That has absolutely nothing to do with the Monroe Doctrine. If the President is, in a kind of pathetic way, trying to make a new word of āDonroe,ā the Don is more like a mob boss than it is a diplomat or a statesman.David GoodmanĀ Ā The United States does not have state-run oil companies, but President Trump is saying that private American oil companies are going to rebuild the infrastructure of Venezuela's oil industry. Does that make sense to you?Peter WelchĀ Ā No, absolutely not. I first started getting interested in Latin America during the President Kennedy administration. There had been a history of the United States companies essentially toppling governments to their own advantage. United Fruit in Nicaragua, of course, the United States toppling an elected government in Guatemala in 1954. What President Kennedy did was really started moving us to where we were promoting democracy. The Alliance for Progress, the Peace Corps -- they became the United States engagement in Latin America and South America, which were more premised on the ideals of democratic participation and democratic rule. President Trump has repudiated that totally and completely. What he wants to do is have transactional engagements with these countries that benefit him or benefit American companies. The aspiration for democratic rule or facilitating the path to democracy is totally rejected by this President. It is completely the wrong way to go.David GoodmanĀ Ā In the first year of President Trump's second term, the United States has taken military action against seven different countries, including three that we've never waged war against. After attacking Venezuela, Trump threatened action against Cuba, Mexico and Greenland. What can or will constrain him?Peter WelchĀ Ā It has to be Congress and the American people. But right now, the biggest dilemma we have in Congress is that my Republican colleagues have abdicated the constitutional authority that we have as members of Congress in so many areas that the President is acting more like a king. Under Article One of the Constitution, Congress has to vote on war making and authorize it in Appropriations. It's up to Congress, the power of the purse. The President is disregarding that. In area after area, my Republican colleagues have been willing to abdicate their authority and their responsibility and delegate it to the President. So you're having this undemocratic concentration of power in a president who knows no limits and thinks that because he is president, he can do whatever he wants. That's a real threat to our democratic governing system.David GoodmanĀ Ā This seems to have opened up some cracks in the MAGA coalition. We are hearing about opposition from Marjorie Taylor Greene and Representative Thomas Massie, also Senator Rand Paul, who have opposed this break with the idea of āAmerica First.ā Do you think this could cause other fractures within that coalition?Peter WelchĀ Ā I do. Americans do not want us getting involved in foreign wars. They support our military, and we need our strong military to make certain that we're defended. But this action in Venezuela is not to protect us from a threat to our country from Venezuela. His talk about taking over Greenland is not to protect us from a threat by Greenland or Denmark, and likewise, Colombia. Most Americans know that asking our citizen soldiers to go to war for presidential preferences is absolutely wrong. We've got to take care of things that are really tough for everyday working people in our country. Right now, Vermonters are losing health care. The President hasn't lifted a single finger to extend those tax credits so that Vermonters and Americans won't lose health care. The president ran as a person who was against these āforever warsā and now he's embracing these wars, not just in Venezuela, but also the threats In Colombia, the threats in Greenland and in Cuba. Why?David GoodmanĀ Ā Why do you think he has pivoted in such a dramatic fashion from a core principle that he has run on?Peter WelchĀ Ā The biggest support group he has is the billionaires. If Venezuelan oil is now suddenly run by American oil companies, they benefit. And I'm not even certain the oil companies want what he's doing. The President is very, very good as a politician in stoking division, but his real loyalty where his policies have consistently been applied is when it comes to enhancing the wealth of the very wealthy. The tax cut bill, the One Big Beautiful Bill went largely to billionaires. When he talks about foreign policy, he talks about getting American companies in Venezuela in on the oil. When he meets with leaders from Middle Eastern countries, they talk about crypto deals or meme coin deals that involve his family. That's an obvious motivator for the President. It's really tough for Vermonters now with health care, with the cost of housing, and our small businesses that are contending with these tariffs that are really punishing their ability to sell their products and compete. They don't have the telephone number of the Secretary of Treasury where they can call up and get an exemption like a lot of Trump friends can. Our job is to get us focused back on the well being of American citizens, of having a fair and square economy where people work hard, and if they do and they have a good product, they can get ahead and their success doesn't depend on whether they're connected to the President or whether they made a big fat campaign contribution.David GoodmanĀ Ā This week marks the fifth anniversary of the January 6 insurrection in which Trump supporters attacked the US Capitol. You were in the Capitol that day. How did that experience change you, and in your view, change the country?Peter WelchĀ Ā I was shocked, as we all were. I was in the gallery in the House of Representatives about 30 feet from where the shot was fired. I was on the floor above, but it was right below me. I couldn't believe it. And I was there when the mob was breaking the doors down. They were ultimately unsuccessful, but they broke the glass. I was seeing our security people with guns drawn. And what to this day still stuns me is that even though I was there, even though in real time I was hearing the shot, I was seeing the glass being broken, I didn't believe it was happening. It couldn't happen because this is the United States of America, and we've never had an insurrection to stop the peaceful transfer of power. We've been so blessed with this tradition where the winner is certified as the winner, and where violence is not used to change the outcome of an election. That changed that day. And what was also painful was to see these Capitol Police officers who I see every day, and they're just wonderful people that work hard, and they then became vilified, as though they were the attackers and the people who attacked them, who kicked them, who spat on them, who bit them, who tried to rip their helmets off and nearly break their necks -- those people were pardoned for attacking a police officer. That continues to be shocking to me. And you've got President Trump trying to rewrite history. We can't on this fifth anniversary allow that to happen. And I'll be with many of my colleagues who will be on the Senate floor describing what happened that day, what we experienced, and what the true history is of that event.David GoodmanĀ Ā That's such a powerful image of you not believing your own eyes. For decades, you have believed in one kind of American story, and even though it was unraveling in front of you, you couldn't believe it. Do you feel like you still respond that way to some of what you're seeing?Peter WelchĀ Ā It's changing. Our democracy is under threat with what Trump is doing. There's no question. But here's what is now animating me. I think about those police officers who reported for duty, and then even through what they've been through, they keep coming back. I still look at the Capitol when I walk to work, and I just think about the incredible commitment this country has had in its constitution, in its declaration of independence to the aspiration of equality of all men and women, and how so much of our history has been about the effort to achieve that, to make it more real, to make it more encompassing for more people. That's a worthy goal and it is under assault now. But I think about folks who came before me like John Lewis, and Martin Luther King, and how they devoted their lives to the perfection of our democracy. It'll never be perfect. But isn't it a worthy aspiration, even if it's under assault?David GoodmanĀ Ā Do you think something like January 6 could happen again?Peter WelchĀ Ā It could happen again. This a jump-ball situation. What's going to be the outcome is not inevitable, and that's why it takes all of us to do whatever it is we can. We're in a very dangerous place in our democracy and what the outcome is going to be, I can't predict. But I can tell you this, we in Vermont are going to do every single thing we can. What Vermont does is (have) fierce debate about how to solve this or that problem, but also a shared sense that we're all in it together and that we have a shared obligation to the future of our state. We need more of that in Washington.
Jun 18, 2025 Ā In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Margaret Kimberleyāsenior columnist at Black Agenda Report and a leader in Black Alliance for Peaceājoins Breht to dissect the spectacle of American decline and, as usual, Kimberley offers a razor-sharp analysis of late-stage capitalism's collapse into cruelty, chaos, and confusion. Together, they explore the Democratic Party's complicity in ushering in this moment, U.S. weapons transfers to Ukraine in support of their proxy war against Russia, and the genocidal assault on Gaza as a revealing - if disturbing - lens into the true nature of the American empire. Kimberley also shares firsthand insights from delegations to Nicaragua, Venezuela, and China, illuminating how the Global South is resisting U.S. domination and reshaping global power. For those feeling the weight of worsening economic conditions, rising fascism, and political demobilization, Kimberley offers hard-won wisdom about organizing in the belly of the beast. We close with discussion about where real hope can still be found. Check out Black Agenda Report Black Agenda Radio -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow, Subscribe, & Learn more about Rev Left RadioĀ HERE Outro Beat Prod. byĀ flip da hood
Is it cheatingā¦ or just crossing a line?Alix and Kayla kick off the new year from Nicaragua by playing "Cheating or No?" ābreaking down gray-area relationship scenarios like shared playlists, DMs, flirting, emotional affairs, and āwe weren't officialā loopholes. They read listener-submitted cheating stories that include coworker crushes, wedding-night confessions, secret double lives, and queer awakenings sparked by one kiss. Honest, funny, and unfiltered conversations about boundaries, emotional intimacy, and why cheating isn't always about sex.00:00 Intro from Nicaragua + lost episode recap02:50 Game: Cheating or No? (playlists, DMs, flirting, nudes)07:09 Listener cheating stories begin08:00 Emotional affair with a coworker13:45 Best friend confesses love before the wedding22:18 āIt wasn't cheating because it was a girlā28:20 Secret double life & poly vs monogamy35:10 āWe weren't officialā situationship disaster40:20 Who's the problem? Personal cheating story46:00 Is staying with a cheater worse than cheating?#CheatingOrNo #QueerPodcast #WLW #LesbianPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #EmotionalCheating #Situationships #QueerStories #DatingBoundariesConnect with us on social media: IG: @wivesnotsisterspod | TikTok: @wivesnotsisterspod | Youtube: @wivesnotsisterspod Follow our hosts on Instagram: @kaylalanielsen @alix_tucker You can also watch our episodes on Youtube at youtube.com/@wivesnotsisterspod!
NicolĆ”s Maduro estaba permanentemente custodiado por un grupo de Ć©lite perteneciente al popular grupo G2, que integra el Servicio de Inteligencia del Gobierno cubano. 32 de ellos fallecieron durante el ataque con el que Estados Unidos capturĆ³ y exfiltrĆ³ al gobernante venezolano. ĀæPero quiĆ©nes son? Para conocer un poco mĆ”s sobre estos agentes de contrainteligencia cubanos que hacĆan la labor de guardaespaldas en la seguridad personal de NicolĆ”s Maduro, entrevistamos a Arturo GrandĆ³n, analista de Seguridad, Defensa, Inteligencia y Operaciones Especiales, a su vez director del Security College en Estados Unidos. Un āgrupo de Ć©liteā āEl personal que fue dado de baja en esta operaciĆ³n correspondĆa a una de las unidades de la guardia personal que tenĆa NicolĆ”s Maduro. Su primer anillo de seguridad lo conformaban netamente el ejĆ©rcito cubano, toda vez que NicolĆ”s Maduro no confiaba en las fuerzas que podĆan protegerlo del mismo Venezuela, por problemas de traiciĆ³n o algo que pudiese pasarleā, explica. āNo pasaban de los 40 aƱos, eso es lo que se tiene como antecedente. Era un grupo de Ć©lite preparado para este tipo de eventos y son los que murieron en combate, porque cuando fue el asalto propiamente tal fue muy cruel. O sea, en realidad los informes que tenemos nosotros de inteligencia es que fue muy, muy duro el ataque que se llevĆ³ adelante y ellos no reaccionaron como pensaron que iba a ser la reacciĆ³n de la seguridad de Maduroā, agrega el especialista. āChĆ”vez tambiĆ©n tenĆa personal de seguridad cubanoā El grupo G2 estĆ” presente en Venezuela desde el aƱo 1999, coincidiendo con el primer aƱo de la presidencia de Hugo ChĆ”vez, luego de un acuerdo entre ambos paĆses a cambio de petrĆ³leo por una reestructuraciĆ³n de las fuerzas militares venezolanas. āSiempre ha estado apoyado por gente cubana, tanto en la parte tĆ”ctica como en la parte de inteligencia. AsĆ que, desde el momento en que ChĆ”vez estĆ” operando en Venezuela, comienza este intercambio entre comillas del apoyo de Cuba hacia Venezuela. ChĆ”vez tambiĆ©n tenĆa personal de seguridad cubano, tambiĆ©n tenĆa personal de inteligencia cubano operando no solamente en Venezuela sino en aquellas delegaciones venezolanas en el extranjeroā, indica Arturo GrandĆ³n. El grupo de Inteligencia cubana, que se encarga de recopilar informaciĆ³n sobre amenazas internas y externas para la seguridad de su Estado, opera tanto dentro como fuera de la isla. Fue creado en 1961 y desde entonces tiene presencia en varios paĆses latinoamericanos, especialmente en Nicaragua y Venezuela.
#ELOsoFumarTakes ā #351stTake It's that time of year againā¦ my Top Ten Cigars of 2025 are about to be revealed. Ā Ā Ā WELCOME BACK! HAPPY NEW YEAR! The night is here! The time is right! It's time for the #ELOsoFumarTakes Top 10 Cigars of 2025! Once again, the legendary George Brightman joins us for the Top 10 Countdown for the ages! I've sent George my top ten cigars for him to sample and taste test blind. He gives an honest breakdown alongside my own assessments. Enjoy! Criteria: It's vitola based. I had to have smoked the cigar for the first time in the last year and a half.* It must not suck. No limited edition cigars (i.e. TAA, shop exclusive) are eligible. A previous number 1 cigar winner (blend-specific, i.e. 2017 Winner Espinosa Habano) cannot be on this year's Top 10 or repeat as winner.* A company cannot have more than 1 cigar on the Top 10, however, may be considered for honorable mention.* THE BIG ONE: frequency of smoke. Basically, I had to have the means AND opportunity AND did, in fact, smoke the cigar frequently. Ā Just to review, here is last year's list: Top 10 Cigars of 2024: Tatuaje Havana VI Verocu Blue No. 1 Toro Grande BLK WKS Killer Bee Robusto Room101 Johnny Tobacconaut Robusto (2023 Edition) Joya de Nicaragua Cinco de Cinco Robusto Gordo Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Umbagog Bronzeback Plascencia Cosecha 149 Azacualpa Powstanie Connecticut Belicoso La Aroma de Cuba Connecticut Corona Micallef Blue Robusto Ferio Tego Summa Torpedo Ā Ā Ā Top 10 Cigars of 2025 (this year): 1) Kristoff Veinte Twentieth Anniversary Toro (Timestamp: 02:49:37) The Veinte Cigar follows the recipe template of incorporating tobacco from many regions. Blend-wise, the Veinte Anniversary consists of a Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper over an Indonesian binder and a combination of Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania fillers. Wrapper: Brazilian Arapiraca Binder: Indonesian Filler: Nicaraguan, Pennsylvania Country of Origin: Dominican Republic Factory: Tabacalera Von Eicken S.R.L. Size: 6.25 x 54 2) Powstanie Connecticut Justice (Timestamp: 02:35:57) The Powstanie Connecticut features an Ecuadorian Connecticut shade wrapper over a Pennsylvania Broadleaf binder and aged Nicaraguan fillers. Production for Powstanie Connecticut comes from the FĆ”brica de Tabacos Nica SueƱo S.A. factory in EstelĆ, Nicaragua. Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Pennsylvania Broadleaf Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Nica SueƱo Size: 5.5 x 46 3) Perdomo 30th Anniversary Connecticut Epicure (Timestamp: 02:27:51) Produced at Tabacalera Perdomo in EstelĆ, Nicaragua, the Perdomo 30th Anniversary Connecticut features 100% Nicaraguan tobaccos grown on the Perdomo family farms in Condega, EstelĆ, and Jalapa. The cigar is highlighted by a 15-year-old Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper aged in bourbon barrels. Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Filler: Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Tabacalera Perdomo Size: 6 x 54 4) United Gold Star Robusto (Timestamp: 01:54:14) The Gold Star features a Habano 2000 Intermedio wrapper from the Quevedo region of Ecuador. The blend also features a Sumatra binder and is composed of Connecticut Broadleaf and Dominican filler. The blend is slightly tweaked from the original limited edition. Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano 2000 Intermedio (Quevedo) Binder: Sumatra Filler: Dominican (Ligeros, Criollo '98, Corojo '98), Connecticut Broadleaf Country of Origin: Dominican Republic Factory: Tabacalera William Ventura Size: 5 x 52 5) Gran Habano Corojo No. 7 Toro (Timestamp: 01:49:49) The Gran Habano No. 7 is a Nicaraguan puro ā namely, it uses 100% of the tobaccos grown in Nicaragua. In addition to the special hybrid wrapper used, the remainder of the blend uses Corojo tobaccos grown in Nicaragua. Wrapper: Hybrid (Nicaraguan) Binder: Corojo, Nicaragua Filler: Corojo, Nicaragua Country of Origin: Honduras Factory: G.R. Tabacaleras Unidas S.A. Size: 6 x 54 6) Trinidad Espiritu No. 3 Toro by Altadis USA (Timestamp: 01:40:05) Keeping to the release's theme, the Espiritu Series No. 3 features a Mexican wrapper from the San AndrĆ©s region. The Trinidad Espiritu No. 3 uses all Nicaraguan tobaccos for the remainder of the blend. Production comes from AJ Fernandez's factory in EstelĆ, Nicaragua. Wrapper: San AndrĆ©s (Mexico) Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A. Size: 5 x 50 7) BLK WKS Studio Rorschach Sumatra (Timestamp: 01:31:42) This short robusto (4.5 x 48) delivers a robust, flavor-rich smoking experience. Featuring a Sumatra wrapper with Nicaraguan binder and filler, it opens with bold charred wood notes, followed by black pepper, and finishes with an underlying sweetness. A medium-plus cigar that consistently delivers. Wrapper: Sumatran Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Strength: Medium-plus Tasting Notes: Charred wood, black pepper, subtle sweetness Size: 4.5 x 48 8) Aladino Fuma Noche Super Toro by JRE Tobacco Co. (Timestamp: 01:09:00) JRE Tobacco keeps the blend close to the vest, but the cigar features a Maduro wrapper with Honduran binder and filler. Production comes from the Fabrica de Puros Aladino at Las Lomas Jamastran in Honduras. Wrapper: Maduro Binder: Honduran Filler: Honduran Country of Origin: Honduras Factory: Fabrica de Puros Aladino Size: 6.25 x 54 9) Cohiba Riviera Perfecto (Timestamp: 00:56:39) The Cohiba Riviera features a San AndrĆ©s Tuxtla wrapper over a Honduran Connecticut binder, with filler tobaccos from Honduras and Nicaragua. Production takes place at the STG EstelĆ factory in Nicaragua. Wrapper: San AndrĆ©s Tuxtla Binder: Honduran Connecticut Filler: Honduran (Jamastran, La Entrada), Nicaraguan (Condega, EstelĆ) Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: STG EstelĆ Size: 6 x 60 10) Bentley White Edition Robusto (Timestamp: 00:41:24) Vitola: Robusto Length: 5" Ring Gauge: 50 Country of Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Factory: Joya de Nicaragua Blender: Undisclosed Price: $14.00 Release Date: September 2024 Ā Ā
On this episode, we travel the globe on the hunt for some of the most dangerous vegetation in the world, the plants that view humans as prey: you'll be meeting such fearsome plants as the Man-Eating Tree of Madagascar, the Vampire Vine of Nicaragua and the Terrible Tiger Tree of India! Joining me to dive in to this cavalcade of Boys Own Adventure stories on a whole different level is our good friend, Kevin J Guhl who helps us sort fact from fiction and fantastical cases included in his brilliant new book "The Unnatural History of Man-Eating Plants!" Kevin's website is here: Kevin's books can be found here: Thank you as always to Kevin for joining me! Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus content, early release of the regular show and monthly prizes for everyone who signs up! Join here now for the flat fee of $4 a month which is a bargain! You can also support the show by leaving a review to help spread the word. Don't forget, you can now show your support with our brand new Merchandise shop on Tee-Public! Click here for all the show merch! You can join us on Facebook and Instagram as well. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Email us at mysteriesandmonsters@gmail.com with any feedback, guest suggestions or if you'd like to appear.Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā All artwork by Dean Bestall and the show was produced by Brennan Storr of the Ghost Story Guys.Ā Our theme music is kindly provided by the amazing Weary Pines, you can find them here:Ā Ā Intro - Zombies Ate My ShotgunĀ Ā Ā Ā Outro - Into The NightĀ #KevinJGuhl #AmericanStrangeness #Thunderbird #ManEatingTreeOfMadagascar #VampireVines #RichardWilliams #PoisonIvy #VenusFlyTrap #Nature #ManEater #Triffids #KillerPlants #Mushrooms #AppleTree #TheUnnaturalHistoryOfManEatingPlants #TigerTree #India #VampireVines #NicaraguaĀ
In Episode 122, hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso welcome Dr. Robert Burrell, retired US Marine Corps officer and irregular warfare specialist, and Colonel (Ret.) Michael Burgoyne, University of Arizona professor and former Army attachĆ© in Mexico, to analyze the unprecedented US military operation in Venezuela that captured President NicolĆ”s Maduro in January 2026. The experts explore the operation's implications for the Indo-Pacific, US foreign policy, and the international rules-based order.The Venezuela Operation: A New PrecedentBurrell and Burgoyne dissect the extraordinary special operations mission that extracted Maduro in just two and a half hours. The guests explain how three decades of authoritarian rule under Hugo ChĆ”vez and Maduro created a nexus between China, Russia, Iran, and Hezbollah in America's hemisphere. The 2024 election, won by opposition candidate Edmundo GonzĆ”lez, was rigged by Maduro, prompting the Trump administration's decisive action led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.Legal and Strategic ImplicationsThe discussion examines the operation's framing as a law enforcement action under foreign terrorist organization designations - a controversial use of Article 2 presidential powers without Congressional authorization. Burgoyne warns this unilateral approach abandons post-WWII hemispheric cooperation frameworks like the Organization of American States Charter and the āGood Neighbor Policy,ā returning instead to early 20th-century interventionism reminiscent of Theodore Roosevelt's corollary to the Monroe Doctrine.Indo-Pacific ConnectionsThe experts draw critical parallels for Indo-Pacific allies who depend on international law and the rules-based order. Countries like Japan, the Philippines, and Australia may question US commitment to multilateral norms, while adversaries like China could exploit the precedent to justify their own unilateral actions. Brazil and other regional powers are already diversifying partnerships with China and BRICS nations, concerned about unpredictable US interventionism and trade policy.What Comes Next?With Maduro's vice president maintaining control in Caracas and the regime apparatus intact, the guests outline scenarios ranging from peaceful opposition transition to Libya-style state collapse. They emphasize Venezuela's complexity: three decades of corruption, transnational criminal organizations, and a population unfamiliar with democracy. Best-case scenarios require international cooperation and long-term US commitment - both uncertain given the operation's unilateral nature.The episode concludes with sobering assessments about narrative control, regional stability, and whether this operation serves as prologue to regime change efforts in Cuba and Nicaragua.
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It's Tuesday, December 30th, A.D. 2025. This isĀ The Worldview in 5 MinutesĀ heard on 140 radio stations and atĀ www.TheWorldview.com.Ā I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Trump bombed Nigerian ISIS camps It was a first in United States history. President Donald Trump authorized US military action against ISIS-linked camps in northwestern Nigeria for the purposes of defending Christians who have been the brunt of a genocide that's taken place over the last decade. At least two camps, run by the Muslim terrorists, were hit by 18 precision missiles last Thursday on Christmas Day, reports The Guardian. Nicaragua banned Bibles Nicaragua has banned Bibles at the border.Ā Ā Tourists may not carry Bibles in any form into the country, according to new regulations. Christian Solidarity Worldwide reportsĀ that the list of forbidden items now includes Bibles, newspapers, magazines, books of any kind, drones and cameras. The Nicaraguan government has also shut down 1,300 religious organizations since April 2018. Repression has picked up since the 2021 election when Daniel Ortega was elected for a fourth consecutive term in office.Ā Ā Leading opposition candidates were jailed before the sham election.Ā Ā Nicaragua has the fourth worst economy in South America, just above Cuba, Venezuela, and Haiti. Scottish pro-life grandmother arrested outside abortion mill A 75-year-old grandmother is the first to be arrested in Scotland for coming within 656 feet of an abortion mill. This comes after an anti-protesting law was passed last year.Ā Ā The Times reported that Rose Docherty was holding a sign that simply stated: āCoercion is a crime. Here to talk, only if you want.ā In John 3:20, Jesus said, āForĀ everyone practicing evil hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his deeds should be exposed.ā Puerto Rico recognizes pre-born baby as a person Puerto Rico willĀ now recognize the human fetusĀ as a natural person from conception. That's the substance of a new law which is intended to provide the unborn child with dignity, rights of inheritance, and legal recognition.Ā Sadly, the country still allows abortion for reasons connected to the alleged ālife and health of the mother.ā Iran's skyrocketing inflation and war with U.S., Israel, & Europe External and internal pressures are increasing on nations worldwide. Iran has edged up into 53 percent year-on-year inflation. That's the fifth worst in the world.Ā Ā The economy is exasperated by water and energy shortages. And the nation is dealing with rising numbers of protests and strikes. In a published interview late last week,Ā Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran was in a "full-scale" war with the U.S., Israel and Europe. Russia's unrelenting attacks on Ukraine And Russia continues its war on Ukraine. Russia Today reported an additional 32 settlements in the Donbas area came under Russia control in December. United States sold $11 billion of arms to Taiwan Following the U.S. sale of $11 billion of arms to Taiwan, the Chinese armed forces have initiated an aggressive military exercise in the South China Sea. Ā It's the largest scale blockade and attack simulation ever conducted to date. The communist nation is conducting live-fire exercises extremely close to the shores of Taiwan.Ā TheĀ official People's Liberation Army news siteĀ announced that the drills include ātask forces of bombers, amphibious assault ships, and anti-ship missiles.ā But keep in mind Isaiah 40:15. The prophet wrote, āThe nations are as a drop in a bucket and are counted as the small dust on the scales; [The Lord]Ā Ā lifts up the isles as a very little thing. And Lebanon is not sufficient to burn nor its beasts sufficient for a burnt offering. All nations before Him are as nothing, and they are counted by Him less than nothing and worthless.ā U.S. blocks Venezuela's oil exports Things are heating up in Venezuelan waters ā as the U.S. military continues its blockade of the nation's oil exports.Ā Tankertruckers.com reportsĀ about $1 billion of oil, or about 8-10 tankers, have been held up in the Caribbean by the current blockade.Ā Ā The Venezuelan governmentĀ relies on oil exports for about two-thirds of its financing. Venezuela is pushing 250 percent inflation, year-over-year. That qualifies as the absolutely worst conditions in the world. Private Texas schools applying for $10,000 government grants Now, in stateside news, private schools in Texas are signing up for state funding. At least 600 private schools have applied for grants under a new law, for the 2026-27 school year, according to Center Square.Ā Ā The pilot program is offering $10,000 grants to 100,000 students in the Lone Star state. U.S. dollar less desirable Will the dollar retain supremacy in the world market? The U.S. dollar is less and less desirable by national banks around the world.Ā Ā The percent of the world's foreign exchange reserve, held in U.S. assets, has dropped off from 72 percent to 57 percent since 1999.Ā Oklahoma college teacher fired for penalizing Biblical worldview The teacher at the University of Oklahoma who had given a Christian student a zero score on her paper for advocating a biblical view of genderĀ has been fired.Ā The university issued aĀ statementĀ charging the teacher assistant, by the name of William Curth, with arbitrary grading. The student, Samantha Fulnecky, had appealed to the Bible in her essay, noting that, āGod created men in the image of His courage and strength, and He created women in the image of His beauty. He intentionally created women differently than men.ā Dad rescued daughter from kidnapper on Christmas And finally, a Texas dad rescued his daughter from a kidnapper on Christmas Day, reported WDBJ7.com.Ā Ā The 15-year-old was walking her dog, when she was abducted at knife point. Her father traced her location by the phone ā and found his daughter in the suspect's truck, rescued her, and called the authorities. Praise God she was not physically harmed.Ā What a courageous father! Close And that'sĀ The WorldviewĀ on this Tuesday, December 30th, in the year of our Lord 2025.Ā Follow us on XĀ or subscribe for free byĀ Spotify,Ā Amazon Music, or byĀ iTunes or emailĀ to our unique Christian newscast atĀ www.TheWorldview.com.Ā I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
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