Squiz Today The US attacks Venezuela, and Betty Boop enters the public domain
Jan 4, 2026
Tensions rise as the US strikes Venezuela, capturing Maduro and sparking international debate. A serious investigation unfolds into a ski resort fire in Switzerland, raising safety concerns. The Ashes cricket series nears its conclusion, while charity events honor heroes from the Bondi attack. On a lighter note, iconic characters like Betty Boop and Nancy Drew enter the public domain, opening the doors for new creative possibilities. Tune in for a mix of serious news and fun topics!
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US Capture Of Maduro Raises Global Risks
- The US launched strikes on Venezuela, captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife, and brought them to New York to face narco-terrorism charges.
- The move raises major international-law and geopolitical questions about who governs Venezuela now and risks dangerous precedents, Andrew Williams explained.
Narco-Terrorism Claim Versus Precedent Worries
- US officials argue Maduro is linked to narco-terrorism and drug trafficking into the United States.
- Critics warn this could set a precedent for other states to seize foreign leaders, as Senator Adam Schiff noted.
Who Runs Venezuela Now Is Unclear
- Trump said the US would govern Venezuela ''for the foreseeable future'' and mentioned Delcy Rodríguez and María Corina Machado in succession talk.
- Uncertainty remains about concrete plans or international legitimacy for US governance, Alice Dempster noted.
