Maduro set to appear in US court to face narco-terrorism chargesOusted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is set to appear in Manhattan federal court on Monday to face narco-terrorism charges, days after his capture by the US military sparked deep uncertainty about the oil-rich South American nation’s future. They are both set to appear at the hearing scheduled for 12:00 pm before US District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein. Maduro is charged with narco-terrorism, cocaine importation conspiracy, possession of machine guns and destructive devices, and conspiracy to possess machine guns and destructive devices. Prosecutors say that as president, Maduro directed cocaine trafficking routes, used the military to protect shipments, sheltered violent trafficking groups and used presidential facilities to move drugs. Maduro also authorised the arrests of low-level military officials to deflect blame, prosecutors say.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says America is at war "against drug trafficking organisations", not Venezuela, a day after US strikes on the country. Why US did not arrest more members of Maduro's regimeIn an interview with CBS, Rubio is asked why the US didn't arrest other members of Maduro's regime. Until then, says Rubio, Venezuela will continue to face the oil quarantine, pressure from the US, and have "drug boats" targeted and seized when necessary. Rubio is asked if he thinks Interim President Delcy Rodríguez is now the legitimate president of Venezuela. He says "this is not about the legitimate president" as the US does not believe the regime in place is legitimate.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has backed President William Ruto’s call for the death penalty for drug traffickers and peddlers. He cited data from Port Reitz County Hospital indicating that more than half of admissions in recent months were linked to drug use. “I support President William Ruto’s call for the death penalty for drug traffickers and peddlers. “At Port Reitz County hospital, statistics for July, August and September over 50% of those admitted is because of Jaba (Muguka),” he said. Nassir reiterated his long-standing opposition to the presence of muguka in Mombasa, saying he had consistently warned against its introduction into the county.

The US has attacked Venezuela and captured its President Nicolás Maduro, with Donald Trump vowing to "run the country" until there is a "proper" transition of power. While US officials have indicated it was not planning any further military intervention in Venezuela, Trump said "we're not afraid of boots on the ground" in response to a question about deploying US troops there. Venezuela holds the world's largest proven oil reserves, but it is so-called "heavy, sour" oil. This is harder to refine but useful for making diesel and asphalt, while the US typically produces "light, sweet" oil used to make petrol. China's foreign ministry called on the US to release Maduro and his wife "at once" and to "stop toppling the government of Venezuela".

Leonardo DiCaprio was forced to skip the Palm Springs International Film Festival by travel restrictions enacted after the U.S. airstrikes on Venezuela. Caribbean air travel was thrown into disarray, and DiCaprio's trip to Palm Springs to be honored at the film festival has been compromised. DiCaprio accepted the award via video and his speech was a 'hit,' the insider said, adding that he received applause both for the honor and for his remarks. The Palm Springs International Film Festival also confirmed DiCaprio's physical absence from the ceremony in a statement provided to Deadline. 'Leonardo DiCaprio is unable to join us in person tonight due to unexpected travel disruptions and restricted airspace,' the organization stated.

Images shared with CBS News, the BBC's US partner, show the aftermath of US air strikes on Saturday at Fuerte Tiuna, a key military facility in Caracas. US Attorney General Pam Bondi yesterday outlined the charges brought against the Venezuelan President and his wife Cilia Flores. He also called Maduro an "illegitimate dictator", adding that he had asked the Venezuelan leader to "surrender" a week before the strikes. But she adds there is also frustration that Trump "dissed" opposition leader Machado by claiming she is not popular. Neumann tells the BBC she doesn't necessarily believe the new interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, is an improvement.

Health CS Aden Duale has told off former President Uhuru Kenyatta over what he termed as undermining President William Ruto. Duale claimed Uhuru's choice of words was not befitting the status of a retired President. Duale claimed Uhuru's choice of words was not befitting the status of a retired President. Duale claimed Uhuru had frustrated Ruto while he served as DP, and not that they would not allow him to do the same while in retirement. “I worked in that government, and I know how Uhuru frustrated President Ruto," Duale claimed.

Drama in Murang'a as Woman rep Monica Muthoni Is heckled and removed from burial 4th January, 2026DRAMA ENSUED IN KIGUMO MURANGA DURING THE BURIAL OF ALICE GAKUYA THE MOTHER OF EMBAKASI NORTH MP JAMES GAKUYA, AFTER LAMU WOMAN REPRESENTATIVE MONICA MUTHONI WAS HECKLED AND SUBSEQUENTLY WHISKED AWAY FROM THE EVENT AFTER DECLARING SHE IS A TUTAM SUPPORTER ASSOCIATED WITH THE RULING KENYA KWANZA COALITION...THE LEGISLATOR IN HER ADDRESS HAD CLAIMED THAT THE KIKUYU COMMUNITY IN MT KENYA WEST WAS DOING WELL COMPARED TO THOSE IN DIASPORA SUCH AS LAMU COUNTY. ODM POLITICS ALSO TOOK CENTRE STAGE AS ITS SECRETARY GENERAL EDWIN SIFUNA ACCUSED SUNA EAST MP JUNET MOHAMED OF BEING BEHIND FORMER PRIME MINISTER RAILA ODINGAS LOSS IN THE 2022 PRESIDENTIAL POLLS...

MK Dons missed out on moving up to third place, with Warne feeling his side should have held on for the win. “I did feel like it was two points dropped today,” the Dons boss said. I know Paul Cook’s teams are really good and keep the ball really well, but I still didn’t feel as though there was a massive threat. “I thought we were really aggressive, really good with the ball, probed them, and then we threw caution to the wind with the two strikers on. We’ve come to a team today really tipped and fancied to blow this league away and I thought we were the best team on the pitch.”

Protesters demonstrate against the US operation in Venezuela to capture Venezuelan President, in front of the US Consulate in Amsterdam, on January 4, 2026. [AFP]The United States is ready to work with Venezuela's remaining leaders if they make "the right decision," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday after an audacious US operation removed the oil-rich country's president, Nicolas Maduro. "We're going to judge everything by what they do, and we're going to see what they do," Rubio told CBS News' "Face the Nation." "I do know this: that if they don't make the right decision, that the United States will retain multiple levers of leverage." He said the United States wanted to avoid getting mired in nation building.

Who was Jenny Collins? Collins was a foundational figure in UK radio, playing a pivotal role in the establishment of Radio Merseyside in 1967. Remembering Jenny Collins On Friday, January 2, BBC Radio Merseyside broadcaster Roger Lyon shared the sad news on his Facebook page, praising Collins for her contributions and recalling cherished memories. "Very sad to hear today about the passing of one of Radio Merseyside’s founding members, the wonderful Jenny Collins. Jenny Collins was a founding member of BBC Radio Mersyside.

Kakamega well-wisher offers to support Francis Juma after viral photo of him atop a tree. Photo: Bramwel Karamoja. Source: FacebookThe Grade Seven pupil, identified as Francis Juma, was spotted in a viral photo watching a local football tournament, the Karamoja Super Cup from the top of a tree in his village. Why was Francis Juma on top of a tree? Did Karamoja Football Tournament organiser reward Juma?

Jesy Nelson inundated with support from pals including ex Chris Hughes after diagnosisFormer Little Mix star Jesy Nelson announced the heartbreaking news that her baby girls, twins Ocean Jade and Story Monroe, have been diagnosed with life-limiting illness spinal muscular atrophyView 5 Images Celebrities reaching out to Jesy Nelson amid twin girls devastating diagnosis (Image: Instagram)Jesy Nelson has been inundated with messages of support from fans and famous faces after she revealed the heartbreaking news of her baby girls' diagnosis of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Former Little Mix star Jesy, 34, welcomed her adorable twins, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe Nelson-Foster in May. Liam Payne's grieving sister also showed her support for Jesy, as she navigates the heartbreaking news. She wrote: "Sending so much love to you all xx"Former Made in Chelsea star Ashely James added: "Jesy I’m so sorry. Meanwhile, Simon Cowell's wife Lauren Silverman also responded with her support of Jesy, reassuring her she is in "great hands" with Great Ormond Street.

TANJONG MALIM: The government will help bring home 36 umrah pilgrims reportedly stranded in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan said. Zulkifli said he had received information about the incident and was verifying the details. Local media earlier reported that 36 Malaysian Umrah pilgrims were stranded in Madinah because they did not have return flight tickets, and urged their travel agency to expedite arrangements. On this year's haj quota, Zulkifli said Malaysia was still awaiting a response from the Saudi Arabian government regarding its previous request for an additional quota. So far, there has been no response, and we are unsure when approval will be granted," he said.

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has reported what he describes as an unprovoked attack on him at a restaurant in Nairobi’s Kilimani area. The MP said the MCA accused him of being behind alleged social media attacks on the MCA’s wife. He alleged that the MCA became aggressive, pushed him, drew a firearm, and struck him on the chest and jaw. He further alleged that moments later, the MCA again became hostile and poured a glass of water on his face. On Sunday, Kilimani OCPD Patricia Yegon confirmed that the MP and his alleged assailant reported the incident, and investigations commenced immediately.