Europe is now talking about war in plain language, not as a distant risk. NATO has warned of a conflict on a world-war scale, while China keeps tightening pressure on Taiwan and the U.S. is floating bold moves on Greenland. It is not proof WW3 is coming, but the world is starting to prepare like it might.
January 26, 2026
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Acting leader Delcy Rodríguez seeks U.S. talks after Maduro capture in Venezuela
Delcy Rodríguez says she wants U.S. cooperation after Nicolás Maduro was captured in a U.S. operation and brought to New York court, as global attention also turns to China’s envoy meeting in Caracas days earlier.
U.S. says it captured Venezuela’s Maduro after strikes, setting off political firestorm
The U.S. has struck targets in Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro, according to Trump and major outlets, setting off a fast-moving crisis over war powers, legality, and the region’s political and energy stability.
Trump freezes Minnesota child care funds, raising worries for Nepali families
The Trump administration has paused Minnesota’s federal child care money over fraud claims. If payments slow, working and student parents, including Nepali families in the Twin Cities, could face higher costs or lose child care spots.
Canada immigration changes January 1, 2026: Updates for Nepalis
Key takeaways Canada immigration changes January 1, 2026 are now in effect, with updates that can impact Nepali students, job...
Canada pauses new Parents and Grandparents Program applications for 2026
Canada will not accept new Parents and Grandparents Program applications in 2026, but IRCC will continue processing up to 10,000 files from the 2025 intake. Families are being urged to consider the super visa for long visits.
US immigrant visa processing pause list includes Nepal, starting Jan 21
The U.S. has announced a visa-processing suspension affecting 75 countries, and Nepal is on the list. Reports differ on whether it applies to all visas or only immigrant visas, but Nepali applicants for permanent migration may face major delays.
US adds Canada airports for some visitor visas. Nepal starts from Jan 21, 2026
The U.S. is adding more approved airports for some visitor visa travelers who may be asked to pay a refundable deposit before travel. Toronto and Montréal are now included from January 1, 2026. Nepal is listed to join the rule from January 21, 2026. Not every applicant will pay, only those told by the U.S. embassy. If you are told to pay, you must enter and leave using only the approved airports.
US House bill talks about making Greenland the 51st state
A US House member has introduced a bill that talks about bringing Greenland under US control and later making it a US state, but it has not passed and does not change any policy right now. Denmark and Greenland have rejected the idea and say Greenland is not for sale.
U.S. says it captured Venezuela’s Maduro after strikes, setting off political firestorm
The U.S. has struck targets in Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro, according to Trump and major outlets, setting off a fast-moving crisis over war powers, legality, and the region’s political and energy stability.
Trump warns Colombia’s President Petro could be ‘next’ in US drug war
Key takeaways US President Donald Trump has warned that Colombian President Gustavo Petro could be “next” in Washington’s regional anti-drug...
US plan could require foreign tourists to give 5 years of social media history
The Trump administration has proposed a rule that would force visa-free tourists from 42 countries to disclose five years of social media history and other personal data before entering the United States, raising serious privacy and tourism concerns.
US remittance tax starts Jan. 1, 2026. What it means for Nepali families
A new 1% U.S. excise tax on certain cash-based international remittances took effect on Jan. 1, 2026, increasing costs for some Nepalis sending money to Nepal depending on how their transfer is funded.
Trump freezes Minnesota child care funds, raising worries for Nepali families
The Trump administration has paused Minnesota’s federal child care money over fraud claims. If payments slow, working and student parents, including Nepali families in the Twin Cities, could face higher costs or lose child care spots.
US economy expands 4.3% in Q3 2025, inflation 2.7% in November
The US economy grew at a 4.3% annual rate in Q3 2025, according to BEA, as inflation cooled to 2.7% in November and the Fed cut rates to a 3.50%–3.75% target range.
Lake Cargelligo Shooting: 3 Dead, Manhunt Underway in NSW
Three people have been killed and another man injured in a shooting in Lake Cargelligo in New South Wales. NSW Police have urged residents to stay indoors as officers search for the suspected gunman.
Pennsylvania nursing home explosion in Bristol Township kills 2, injures 20
A suspected gas leak has triggered explosions and a fire at a Bristol Township, Pennsylvania nursing home, killing two people and injuring at least 20, officials say, as investigators work to confirm the cause.
Gunman opens fire inside Wallace, Idaho sheriff’s office three injured
A gunman opened fire at the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office in Wallace, Idaho, injuring three people before dying during a standoff. Police say the shooting began outside and continued inside the building as multiple agencies secured the area.
Four found dead on Rash Lane in Terrell, Texas on Christmas Eve
Police say officers were sent for a welfare check on Rash Lane, found four bodies inside, and have not released identities or cause of death.
Trump’s $2,000 “tariff dividend” checks: What it could mean for Nepali taxpayers in the U.S.
Trump has talked about sending $2,000 payments funded by tariff money, but there is no approved program yet. For Nepali taxpayers in the U.S., it is mostly talk for now and tariffs could still raise prices.
US remittance tax starts Jan. 1, 2026. What it means for Nepali families
A new 1% U.S. excise tax on certain cash-based international remittances took effect on Jan. 1, 2026, increasing costs for some Nepalis sending money to Nepal depending on how their transfer is funded.
US court blocks move to end TPS for Nepalis, keeping work permits alive
A US federal judge in San Francisco has blocked the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status for Nepal, keeping deportation protection and work permits in place for thousands of Nepalese living in the United States.
Trump freezes Minnesota child care funds, raising worries for Nepali families
The Trump administration has paused Minnesota’s federal child care money over fraud claims. If payments slow, working and student parents, including Nepali families in the Twin Cities, could face higher costs or lose child care spots.