The news to know for Monday, January 12, 2026!

We're talking about rising tensions over a deadly shooting involving an ICE agent, and the protests that brought out tens of thousands of people around the country.

Also, Iran's deadly crackdown on protesters that could prompt military action from the U.S., while President Trump also threatens Cuba and Greenland.

Plus: how Trump's portrait at the Smithsonian was changed, where thousands of nurses are set to go on strike, and which movies, TV shows, and podcasts won big at this year's Golden Globes.

Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!

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A dramatic U.S. move to arrest Nicolás Maduro has put Venezuela in the global spotlight and raised big questions about power, precedent, and what comes next.

In this Special Edition, longtime U.S. diplomat Ambassador Kevin Whitaker — who spent time working across Latin America — offers historical context, analysis of the current moment, and perspective on what to watch for next.

From the raid of Maduro to America's plans involving drugs and oil, this episode provides a deeper understanding of the situation than we have time for in our daily news roundups.

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The news to know for Friday, January 9, 2026!

We'll tell you about another shooting involving federal immigration officers—this time in Portland, Oregon—and how both incidents this week have sparked protests nationwide.

Also, what to know about escalating protests in Iran and the release of political prisoners in Venezuela.

Plus, it's not just the East Wing—it looks like the West Wing of the White House could get renovations too, where a winter storm is bringing snow, and what to watch for at the Golden Globes this weekend.

Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!

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