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Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S. Pope, meets with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, amidst political turmoil in Venezuela. The Vatican confirms the meeting, while Machado, barred from running in the 2024 election, praises Trumps military intervention. The Pope calls for Venezuelas independence and criticizes military force, hinting at new diplomatic paths ahead.

Victoria Police increase reward to $1 million for information on Eloise Worledges disappearance, marking 50 years since the eight-year-old vanished from her bed in Beaumaris. Despite extensive searches and investigations, no trace of Eloise has been found, leading authorities to believe she was murdered. Eloises family shares their pain and pleads for privacy while hoping for answers.

The Golden Globes delivered surprising wins, with Timothée Chalamet snagging best actor for Marty Supreme and Paul Thomas Andersons One Battle After Another dominating with screenplay and supporting actress wins. However, Ryan Cooglers Sinners faced a near shutout, sparking fan backlash. The Globes overhaul spotlighted international talent, while biopics struggled. Stellan Skarsgård emerged as a potential Oscar contender, and creative literary adaptations like One Battle gained traction. As momentum builds, Oscar voters could still course-correct on Sinners, setting the stage for a wild awards season.

Swiss Court Detains Bar Owner in New Years Fire Tragedy: Jacques Moretti, co-owner of Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, is held pending trial for a fire that killed 40, mostly young partygoers. The blaze started from a sparkler igniting foam insulation. Morettis wifes lawyers welcome the ruling, hoping for his release under certain conditions as families seek justice.

Former Conservative minister Nadhim Zahawi defects to Nigel Farages Reform UK, citing Britains broken state. Reform UK surges in polls, capitalizing on voter discontent over immigration, crime, and public service decline. Zahawis move signals growing discontent, potentially shaking up British politics.

Heavy rain and severe thunderstorms threaten northern Western Australia, with flash flooding possible in Newman, Paraburdoo, Tom Price, Three Rivers, Nullagine, and Jigalong. Residents urged to seek shelter, unplug appliances, and avoid driving in poor conditions. Stay updated with Bureau of Meteorology alerts.

Last week in Shepparton, thirty-one properties sold, and thirty-four new listings hit the market, indicating a balanced real estate market with steady buyer interest. Clearance rates are being closely watched, as more auctions are scheduled this weekend. The market shows no signs of slowing down, with a mix of family homes and investment properties drawing crowds.

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