Semafor • Jan 8, 2026
The copper boom is just getting started
As Trump escalates his threats against Greenland, a new study argues in favor of more conventional mineral diplomacy.
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Semafor • Jan 8, 2026
Beijing’s FM courts Africa with New Year tour
The annual tour is also considered part of efforts to capitalize on frustration with the US on the continent.
Semafor • Jan 8, 2026
Trump to meet with Colombian president as tensions escalate
Trump said a potential operation in Colombia “sounds good,” shortly after US troops captured Venezuela’s leader.
Semafor • Jan 8, 2026
US energy secretary vows to sell Venezuelan oil ‘indefinitely’
Washington is also reportedly discussing plans to partially take over Venezuela’s state-owned oil company.
Semafor • Jan 8, 2026
Trump faces widespread backlash over Greenland threats
The UK — usually keen to maintain warm relations with Trump — said the island should decide its own future.
Semafor • Jan 8, 2026
US withdraws from key UN climate treaty and 65 other groups
The White House said the groups were “wasteful, ineffective, or harmful.”
Semafor • Jan 8, 2026
Republicans undecided on Democrats' war powers resolution
Republicans told Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., they opposed the vote last time because they thought President Donald Trump was bluffing.
Scheer Post • Jan 8, 2026
VENI, VIDI, VENEZUELA: Pox Americana from War-a-Iago
The long-term consequences of US actions in Venezuela demolish laws that hold together the United States and the international order.
Semafor • Jan 7, 2026
Machado backers redouble their lobbying to keep her in Trump’s favor
The Venezuelan opposition leader isn’t in charge, but her allies are still confident she can eventually win an election in her country, with his support.
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The Grammys Actually Acknowledged What’s Going on in the World
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