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Venezuela crisis deepens after US military action

A journalist in Caracas describes the night of explosions as US forces moved against Maduro. Guardian correspondent Tom Phillips analyses the fragile new leadership and the nation's ongoing deprivation. Support independent journalism.

Venezuela's £1.4bn Gold Held in London Vaults

The Bank of England holds £1.4bn of Venezuelan gold, frozen since 2018. The US seizure of Nicolás Maduro reignites the legal battle over who controls the reserves. Read the full story.

Markets surge after Trump's Venezuela intervention

Gold hits record high and US oil shares soar following the capture of Venezuela's president. Analysts cite a flight to safety amid geopolitical uncertainty. Read the full market analysis.

FTSE 100 Rallies as Maduro Arrest Shakes Markets

London's FTSE 100 surged towards 10,000 points as defence and gold mining stocks soared following the US capture of Venezuela's President. Discover the market fallout and global implications.

US aims to revive Venezuela's oil after Maduro's removal

Following the US intervention in Venezuela, Donald Trump pledges billions in American investment to tap the world's largest oil reserves. We analyse the challenges and global market impact. Read the full analysis.

Trump's Plan for Venezuela's Vast Oil Reserves

Donald Trump vows the US will 'run' Venezuela and tap its vast oil reserves. We explain the strategic importance of its 303 billion barrels and the huge challenges ahead.

£30m German Bank Heist: Ocean's Eleven-Style Raid

Thieves executed a spectacular bank heist in Germany, drilling into a vault and stealing £30 million in gold and valuables. Discover the details of the raid and the aftermath for thousands of customers.

Canned Peaches Taste Test: Only One Brand Wins

A blind taste test of 14 supermarket canned peaches reveals most lack flavour, with only one budget brand deemed worthy of a pavlova. Discover the surprising winner and results.

Huge Australian Dust Storm Envelops Remote Gold Mine

Workers at a remote Northern Territory gold mine describe being caught in a massive, two-day dust storm. Experts warn climate change may increase frequency, posing health and environmental risks. Read the full report.

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