QuickCheck: Is Venezuela home to the most lightning-struck region in the world?

LIVING in a tropical country like Malaysia, we’re all used to frequent thunderstorms and lightning streaking across dark skies. In fact, Kuala Lumpur is one of the most lightning-prone cities in Asia. But have you ever wondered where in the world gets hit …

Chevron CEO Downplays Recession Threat, Praises Trump, Urges Caution over Chinese Influence in Venezuela

During an appearance on FNC’s “Sunday Morning Futures,” Chevron CEO Mike Wirth praised the Trump administration’s economic policies and downplayed the threat of a U.S. recession.However, China’s influence over oil-rich Venezuela remains a concern, Chevron’ …

Iran and Venezuela forge closer ties in nuclear science 

TEHRAN – Venezuela's Deputy Minister of Science, Alberto Quintero, recently concluded a visit to Iran, marking a significant step in strengthening cooperation between the two nations.  Quintero met with Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy …

Venezuela Congratulates Nicaragua on the Day of National Dignity

Nicaraguans take out flags of the Sandinista Movement in a caravan for the National Day of Dignity. Photo: X/ @VivaNicaragua13 May 4, 2025 Hour: 12:48 pm The Government of Venezuela congratulated Nicaragua this Sunday on the commemoration of the Day of …

Chevron CEO warns against company's possible departure from Venezuela amid negotiations with Trump admin

Chevron chairman and CEO Mike Wirth joins 'Sunday Morning Futures' to discuss economic concerns, the implications for if the company decides to halt oil drilling in Venezuela and President Trump's sanction threat for Iran's oil recipients. …

Vietnam's liberation of South and national reunification celebrated in Venezuela

Hanoi (VNA) – A ceremony has been held in the Venezuelan capital of Caracas to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification of Vietnam. In his remarks at the May 2 event, Rander Peña, Vice President for …

Venezuela rejects ICJ ruling to halt elections in Guyana Essequibo region

Venezuela has “categorically” rejected a ruling from the United Nations’ top court ordering it to halt upcoming elections for officials intended to govern the disputed Essequibo region, a territory claimed by both Venezuela and neighboring Guyana. In a …

Venezuela’s Interior Minister Condemns US-Backed Human Trafficking Ring

Far Right Tried to Extort Money From the Parents of a Venezuelan Girl Kidnapped by the U.S. On Friday, Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello once again denounced human trafficking operations carried out by Venezuelan far-right activists, who act as coyotes in …

Chevron CEO dismisses recession concerns, reveals national security impacts of leaving Venezuela

Iran, Venezuela vow to expand coop. on nuclear technology

The meeting between Eslami and Quintero took place at the compound of the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization in Tehran on Sunday. Eslami said at the meeting that "Venezuela is a country with great potential and I hope that these meetings will be …