Mo News Trump Eyes Greenland, Again; US Push for Venezuelan Oil; Flu Cases Hit 25-Year High; Kids’ Expensive Sushi Habits
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Jan 7, 2026 Trump's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland raises eyebrows as the White House discusses potential strategies. A surprising promise from Venezuela suggests they could supply the U.S. with up to 50 million barrels of oil. Meanwhile, flu cases in the U.S. hit a 25-year high, prompting health concerns. On a lighter note, kids are developing an expensive taste for sushi, leaving parents to foot the hefty bills. Plus, millions are now turning to AI for health advice, sparking debates on reliability and accuracy.
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U.S. Wants Venezuela's Oil Reserves
- Trump framed Venezuelan oil as a strategic asset the U.S. would control after removing Maduro.
- Restoring production will still take years, billions, and political stability to attract investment.
Energy Over Immediate Democracy
- The Trump team prioritized stabilizing energy output over immediately restoring democracy in Venezuela.
- Secretary Rubio argued keeping parts of the regime intact would ease U.S. control and rebuild the oil sector.
Greenland Talk Escalates International Tension
- The White House discussed acquiring Greenland and didn’t rule out military options publicly.
- European leaders and NATO partners pushed back, stressing Greenland's Danish sovereignty and local opposition.