Americas

The Guardian

December 14, 2025

Brown University Shooting Leaves 2 Dead, Suspect at Large

A deadly shooting at Brown University's engineering building has left two dead and eight critically wounded. Police search for male suspect as campus remains on lockdown.

#campus-security #gun-violence #higher-education

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The Guardian

December 13, 2025

Meghan's Father Confides in Mail Editor, Sparking Ethics Debate

Thomas Markle's close relationship with a Mail on Sunday editor raises questions about journalistic ethics as he shares personal health news with media before family.

#meghan-markle #media-ethics #british-royals

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The Guardian

December 13, 2025

Colombian ELN Rebels Launch Military Drills After Trump Cocaine Threats

Colombia's ELN guerrilla group orders civilians to stay indoors during three-day military exercises, responding to Trump's threats against cocaine-producing nations.

#Colombia #ELN #Trump

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France 24

December 13, 2025

US Accuses Rwanda of Driving DRC Towards War as M23 Violence Escalates

The United States has accused Rwanda of leading the region towards war as M23 rebels backed by Kigali killed over 400 civilians in eastern DRC, defying a US-brokered peace deal.

#Rwanda #DRC #M23

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The Guardian

December 13, 2025

Burkina Faso Releases 11 Nigerian Troops After Diplomatic Tensions

Burkina Faso releases 11 Nigerian military personnel after their cargo plane made an unauthorized emergency landing, highlighting growing regional tensions in West Africa.

#Burkina Faso #Nigeria #West Africa

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Al Jazeera

December 12, 2025

Crime Crisis Dominates Chile's Presidential Race as Candidates Pivot

Rising crime concerns transform Chile's political landscape as both far-right and leftist presidential candidates prioritize security in their campaign strategies.

#Chile #presidential-election #crime-policy

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BBC

December 12, 2025

Bonnie Blue Deportation From Bali Highlights Indonesia's Strict Laws

Adult film actress Bonnie Blue faces deportation from Bali despite being cleared of pornography charges, underscoring Indonesia's conservative stance.

#Indonesia #deportation #tourism-policy

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France 24

December 12, 2025

Mass Evacuations in US-Canada as Climate Crisis Deepens Regional Ties

Tens of thousands evacuate as severe flooding hits Washington state and British Columbia, highlighting cross-border climate challenges and cooperation needs.

#climate-security #us-canada-relations #natural-disasters

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The New York Times

December 12, 2025

USAID Scientist's Dismissal Raises Questions About Global Health Policy

A USAID malaria researcher's job loss highlights tensions between scientific missions and political priorities in international development.

#USAID #global-health #malaria-research

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Deutsche Welle

December 12, 2025

US Sanctions Target Maduro's 'Narco-Nephews' in Drug War Escalation

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces new sanctions against Venezuelan President Maduro's relatives, accusing them of drug trafficking operations into the United States.

#Venezuela #US-sanctions #drug-trafficking

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The New York Times

December 11, 2025

Trump Announces U.S. Seizure of Venezuelan Oil Tanker Amid Escalating Caribbean Tensions

U.S. forces have seized a Venezuelan oil tanker as part of escalating maritime operations against the Maduro regime, marking a significant escalation in Caribbean geopolitics.

#Venezuela #Caribbean #oil-sanctions

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France 24

December 11, 2025

US Role in Venezuelan Opposition Leader's Nobel Prize Journey

María Corina Machado reveals US assistance in her escape from Venezuela to receive Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, sparking debate over American intervention in Latin American politics.

#Venezuela #US-foreign-policy #Latin-America

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