Mo News What Happened In Venezuela; Iran Protests Grow; Swiss New Year’s Club Fire; Flu Cases Surging; Mac & Cheese Wars
Jan 5, 2026
Nicolás Maduro’s recent U.S. military operation leads to intense discussions about Venezuela’s future and geopolitical implications. Protesters in Iran intensify their fight against the regime, raising concerns about regional stability. A devastating New Year’s club fire in Switzerland sparks investigations into safety protocols. Meanwhile, flu cases surge in the U.S., with experts warning the peak is yet to come. Kraft faces challenges in the mac and cheese market as new competitors emerge, shaking up this beloved food fight.
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Venezuela's Long Slide Into Collapse
- Mosheh recounts Venezuela's decline from one of Latin America's richest to near-collapse under Chávez and Maduro.
- He notes 8 million people fled and hyperinflation devastated the economy.
Fear Tempered Joy Among Venezuelans
- A Venezuelan follower told Mosheh they'd not risk celebrating in the streets despite Maduro's arrest due to fear of reprisals.
- That message captured residents' mix of relief and terror on the ground.
Widespread Protests Shake Iran
- Iran faces its deepest unrest in years with protests in over 60 cities and at least 16 killed so far.
- The economy's collapse and inflation fuel broad anger that the regime may violently suppress.