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    The US wants to control Venezuela's finances. These armed groups could make it difficult
     30 January 2026
    The US plan to "recover" Venezuela could spark a domestic backlash in a country that is already heavily divided among various armed groups that have political interests.
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    Trump tariffs could 'isolate' the US and create new trading blocs
    30 Jan: In the past fortnight, US President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs against at least 10 countries. Some experts say the Trump administration's tariff policy is leading to the creation of new trading blocs, and isolating the United States.... more
    Live updates: ASX to rise as Elon Musk mulls merging Grok and SpaceX
    30 Jan: The ASX is set to open slightly higher today despite concerns over the US tech bubble as billionaire Elon Musk mulls merging his AI business with his rocket company. Follow live.... more
    Trump border tsar Tom Homan pledges 'safer' Minnesota operation as government shutdown looms
    30 Jan: Tom Homan says he is working on a plan to pull federal agents out of Minnesota as part of a major strategy shift — but it might not be enough to prevent another US government shutdown... more
    As Donald Trump weighs up actions, Iranians send the US a message to 'please help'
    30 Jan: Protesters in Iran are begging US President Donald Trump to launch military action to help topple the Islamic regime. But could it happen?... more
    Planning to breastfeed? Preparation can help you meet your goals
    29 Jan: While most mothers in Australia start breastfeeding, by the time babies are five months old, exclusive breastfeeding drops to 15 per cent. Knowing what to expect — before bub is born — can increase the chances of meeting your breastfeeding goals.... more
    China executes online scam ringleaders from Myanmar
    29 Jan: China executes 11 people linked to Myanmar criminal gangs, including "key members" involved in online scam operations.... more
    Malaysian football executives resign over player naturalisation scandal
    29 Jan: A scandal in which foreign players were improperly granted citizenship to play for the national team leads to the "voluntary" resignation of the executive committee of Malaysian soccer's governing body.... more
    How to see more ABC News stories in Google Search
    29 Jan: Google now lets you choose which publisher you want to see more of in your search results. Here's a step-by-step guide to ensuring the latest ABC News stories appear at the top of your feed.... more
    How the Trump administration plans to control Venezuela's oil money
    29 Jan: Until this week, the Trump administration had provided few details about how involved it planned to be in the governance of Venezuela. But new information suggests it will look to hold the country's purse strings for some time.... more

     Most Popular Recent International News
     01 Jan: Countries adopting 'new year's resolutions' with health, economy and internet laws +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
     09 Jan: NetBlocks reports internet blackout imposed in Iran amid nationwide protests +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
     13 Jan: Fears of unseen violence against protesters as Iran's internet blackout enters a fifth day +++++++++++++++++++++++
     06 Jan: Venezuela updates: Maduro arrives at Manhattan court, Trump doubles down on oil plans for Venezuela - as it happened ++++++++++++++++++++++
     05 Jan: Australia's Venezuelan diaspora gathers after US captures president Nicolás Maduro in military strike +++++++++++++++++++++
     14 Jan: Rare verified footage of Iran's protests posted online shows how the movement started and how it is growing +++++++++++++++++++++
     15 Jan: From inside Iran, a young protester says the people 'are waiting for America to intervene' ++++++++++++++++++++

     International NewsLinks
      30 Jan: Auckland film studios sold, future secured for next decade (Stuff.co.nz)
      30 Jan: Israeli hostage held for nearly 500 days in gaza says he can 'breathe again' (BBCWorld)
      29 Jan: Watch: moment ba plane to london loses wheel after take-off in vegas (BBCWorld)
      29 Jan: India v black caps - fourth t20 international (Stuff.co.nz)
      28 Jan: Shuttlerock unifies finance & hr globally with workday (ITBrief)
      27 Jan: Forward edge-ai appoints alan r seid to drive global sales (ITBrief)
      27 Jan: The year of travel: surging demand in kiwis booking international holidays (RadioNZ)
      27 Jan: Martinez edging closer to villa career crossroads (BBCWorld)
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