Venezuela seeks to criminalize oil tanker seizures as Trump puts pressure on Maduro

By By REGINA GARCIA CANO Associated Press

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s parliament on Tuesday approved a measure that criminalizes a broad range of activities that can hinder navigation and commerce in the South American country, such as the seizure of oil tankers.

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Luminary tradition returns to the streets of North Charleroi

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

December 26, 2025

Councilman Joe Duche was a driving force in bringing back the lighted path for Santa Claus. For the first time in years, Christmas Eve in North Charleroi looked the way many longtime residents remembe...

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Donations sought for Steel Center shoe drive

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

December 26, 2025

The school hopes to collect 2,500 pairs before next month’s deadline. A local school is looking for people to “shoe” their love by donating in a different way this holiday season. Steel Center for Car...

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Neighborhood Assistance Program grants are awarded

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

December 26, 2025

The money will help fund numerous projects throughout the Mon Valley. Last week, some Mon Valley organizations learned that they will be receiving funds from the Neighborhood Assistance Program. NAP i...

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Today’s travelers will face tough weather conditions

By By JUSTIN VELLUCCI TribLive

December 26, 2025

PennDOT will limit speed on interstates, and some vehicles will be restricted. Pittsburghers didn’t get a White Christmas this year, but meteorologists warn that Mother Nature is set to unleash ice, s...

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Pope urges the faithful to shed indifference in the face of suffering

December 26, 2025

Leo XIV revived the tradition of delivering his Christmas greeting in multiple languages. VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV during his first Christmas Day message on Thursday urged the faithful to shed...