Based on the latest reports, the major global news developments include: Venezuela Regime Change U.S. military forces captured and removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday in an unprecedented military operation[1]. Maduro is now in custody on U.S. soil, where Attorney General Pam Bondi states […]
Year: 2026
Our annual power ranking of US rocket companies has changes near the top and bottom
There are some fresh faces entering the rankings this year.
U.S. Captures Venezuelan President Maduro; Trump Aims to Control Oil Reserves and Drug Traffic – 1/5/2026, 4:24:23 PM
The most significant global story is the U.S. military capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his subsequent appearance in U.S. federal court[1][2]. President Trump has stated that the United States is “in charge” of Venezuela and is vowing to temporarily “run” the country pending […]
Keep your home warm with the Google Nest Learning Thermostat, now only $230
While everyone is paying attention to the cool new stuff being exhibited at CES at this very moment, there are some good deals to be had on devices that are already available but equally cool. For example, the 4th-gen Google Nest Learning Thermostat, which our […]
BYD Surpasses Tesla as Global EV Leader Amid Tesla’s 9% Sales Drop
Tesla’s Reign Ends: BYD Overtakes as Global EV Leader Amid Sales Decline The electric vehicle landscape has undergone a seismic shift. After a decade of dominance, Tesla has lost its crown as the world’s top EV maker to China’s BYD, marking a historic turning point […]
JBL expands open-ear lineup with new buds coming to the US in March
JBL has announced wide availability of three new open-style earbuds in early 2026. The JBL Sense Pro and Sense Lite join the original Sense, which came out in 2024. The new Sense Pro and Lite use JBL’s OpenSound technology, support Dual Connect and Fast Pair, […]
U.S. Military Removes Venezuelan Leader Maduro, Sparks Global Debate – 1/5/2026, 8:29:26 AM
Based on the latest news reports, the major developments include: Venezuela Regime Change: U.S. military forces captured and removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday in an unprecedented military operation[1]. Maduro is now in custody on U.S. soil facing charges related to drug trafficking and […]
U.S. Captures Venezuelan Leader Nicolás Maduro, Sparks Global Reactions and Controversy – 1/4/2026, 8:28:30 PM
The top world news stories as of January 4, 2026, center on the U.S. capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, escalating tensions in Iran amid protests, ongoing Israel-Hezbollah clashes, a deadly Russian strike in Ukraine, and a tragic fire in Switzerland.[1][2][3][5] Venezuela Crisis The U.S. […]
Plaid Tiles Set to Dominate 2026 Interiors with Bold Retro Revival
Plaid Tile Is the Statement Design Detail You’ll See Everywhere in 2026 Plaid tile has exploded onto the interior design scene, transforming kitchens, bathrooms, and beyond with its bold, crisscrossing patterns that blend retro charm and modern sophistication. As we dive into 2026, this trend—fueled […]
Withings thinks of its latest smart scale as a ‘longevity station’
Withings is back at CES 2026 with another smart scale: the $599.95 Body Scan 2. This time, it’s got an even tighter focus on cardiovascular and metabolic health. The Body Scan 2 contains eight electrodes on the scale itself, as well as an additional four […]