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  •   Home > News >  Subscribe to NZCity's International articles  International
    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
    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
    The US wanted to ban TikTok over national security concerns. Does a deal with China fix that?
    29 Jan: US politicians — both Republican and Democrat — had worried TikTok's Chinese ownership could mean American user data was vulnerable.... more
    These are the sticking points as phase two of the Gaza ceasefire arrives
    29 Jan: The body of the final Israeli hostage has been returned, but uncertainty remains about the future of the strip, including who will oversee its administration, whether Hamas will disarm and the withdrawal of Israeli assets.... more
    Agents involved in Alex Pretti killing put on leave as Trump says mayor is 'playing with fire'
    29 Jan: The Trump administration is trying to manage a national uproar over Alex Pretti's killing and officials' subsequent comments about the 37-year-old nurse, who they accused of "domestic terrorism".... more

     Most Popular Recent International News
     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 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
     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' ++++++++++++++++++++++++++
     16 Jan: Iran internet blackout enters seventh day as US President Donald Trump says violence has 'stopped' ++++++++++++++++++++++++++
     06 Jan: Venezuela updates: Maduro arrives at Manhattan court, Trump doubles down on oil plans for Venezuela - as it happened +++++++++++++++++++++++++
     05 Jan: Satellite images show damage at Fuerte Tiuna, the site where Maduro was captured ++++++++++++++++++++++

     International NewsLinks
      2 Feb: Banton whacks england to victory over sri lanka (BBCWorld)
      2 Feb: Australia crash to worst ever t20 defeat in pakistan (Sydney Morning Herald)
      1 Feb: Black caps v india – fifth twenty20 cricket international (Stuff.co.nz)
      31 Jan: Un risks 'imminent financial collapse', secretary general warns (BBCWorld)
      31 Jan: Country life: growing demand for on-farm fun from international tourists (RadioNZ)
      30 Jan: Cybersecurity group identifies person behind manage my health hack (RadioNZ)
      30 Jan: Cybersecurity company identifies person behind manage my health hack (RadioNZ)
      30 Jan: Auckland film studios sold, future secured for next decade (Stuff.co.nz)
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