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Venezuela captured its first ever World Baseball Classic title by beating the U.S. in a thrilling championship game. Eric Sorensen explains how the tournament has boosted the sport’s global popularity, and how Venezuelans are celebrating during a period of political uncertainty for their country.

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said “Cuba is next” during a speech at an investment forum in Miami, during which he touted the successes of U.S. military action in Venezuela and Iran.

Police arrest two teenagers accused of plotting attacks at schools in Manitoba and Nova Scotia. Airstrikes hit energy infrastructure in the Middle East, as Israel kills another top Iranian official. What an Old Montreal building owner is being charged with three years after a deadly fire. Plus, Venezuela’s jubilation after winning the World Baseball Classic...

In Cuba, 10 million people were left in the dark overnight after the power grid collapsed once again, as the country struggles with the ongoing U.S. oil blockade. It’s the second nationwide blackout in the past week. Cuban officials say they’re restoring power to vital services like hospitals and food distribution. But the Caribbean nation...

Cuba reported an islandwide blackout Monday as its energy and economic crisis deepen and its power grid continues to crumble. The country hasn’t received oil shipments since the United States cut off its vital supply from Venezuela.

Cuba brought its electrical grid back online Thursday, after a massive blackout plunged two-thirds of the country into darkness. The country’s energy ministry blamed the outage on the Trump Administration, which has cut off foreign oil to the island. The island relied heavily on shipments from Venezuela. The blockade is making daily life miserable for...

Speaking to reporters on Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a “friendly takeover of Cuba.” This remark comes amid the nation’s humanitarian crisis which was ignited by a U.S. fuel blockade that sought control of Venezuela’s oil reserves.

Venezuela’s crisis is being watched closely by neighbouring Colombia, which has taken in more Venezuelan refugees than any other country over the past decade. Jeff Semple reports from Bogotá on what it all means for Colombian President Gustavo Petro ahead of an election, and how Petro has butted heads with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Thousands of Cubans rallied in front of the U.S. embassy in Havana Friday to protest America’s military activity in Latin America and pay tribute to the 32 Cuban military officers killed in the U.S. attack on Venezuela.

Venezuela holds the world’s largest oil reserves, but years of corruption and mismanagement have driven the country into economic ruin. Jeff Semple explains how Venezuela’s humanitarian crisis has spilled over into neighbouring Colombia, and how uncertainty is growing after the U.S. captured deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

Venezuela’s interim government says it will release a “significant number” of foreigners and political prisoners, including opponents of captured leader Nicolás Maduro’s regime. Jeff Semple reports from neighbouring Colombia on the reaction to the pending releases, and what it might mean for Venezuela’s shifting political situation.

Venezuela’s acting president declares 7-day period of mourning for soldiers killed in U.S. strikes

The U.S. military action against Venezuela and Donald Trump’s pledge to take that country’s oil are ramping up pressure for a new Alberta-to-B.C. oil pipeline to be approved. Aaron McArthur reports.

Uncertainty surrounds Venezuela’s future following comments from U.S. President Donald Trump about overseeing the country during a transition period. Roxanna Vigil, from the Council on Foreign Relations, joins Miranda Anthistle to unpack the biggest challenges ahead, the risk of internal power struggles, the role of oil and the broader implications for the region and global...

With recent disruptions in Venezuela’s political and oil landscape reverberating through global markets, Canadians are asking what it all means for their economy, energy sector and personal investments. Personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed Haq joins Miranda Anthistle to break down what’s happening in Venezuela, how it could affect Canada’s economy and energy markets, whether retail...

There were strong reactions in Montreal on Sunday following the removal of Nicolas Maduro as Venezuela’s president. A group of demonstrators came together in front of the U.S. consulate to denounce the Trump Administration’s violent foreign intervention. At a separate gathering, members of the Venezuelan diaspora gathered to celebrate – and express cautious optimism. Dan...

As the U.S. capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro continues to send shockwaves around the world, we speak with Former Canadian Ambassador to Venezuela Ben Rowswell about the potential implications for Canada.

New developments involving U.S. actions in Venezuela are raising fresh questions about global oil markets and Canada’s energy competitiveness. Heather Exner-Pirot, from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, joins Miranda Anthistle to break down how Canada’s oil sector is reacting, what this could mean for crude prices and supply chains, and whether renewed Venezuelan production could challenge Canadian...

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre warned the federal government that the possible end of American sanctions on Venezuelan oil could displace Canadian exports to the U.S. In a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on social media Tuesday, Poilievre wrote that the Conservatives were calling on the government to commit to approving the pipeline project proposal within 60 days. Heather Yourex-West...

Residents gathered in front of Regina city hall to protest US actions in Venezuela. Kevin Pontious reports.