MoneyWeek news quiz: which leader did Trump order US troops to capture?

Donald Trump, soaring copper prices, and the cold weather all made headlines in the first full working week of 2026. How closely were you following the news?

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The first few days of the new year have certainly been busy for investors and individuals alike.

Donald Trump’s capture of Venezuela's president on 3 January made headlines across the world, with European defence funds rising on the intervention.

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Meanwhile, the first working Monday of the year is named ‘Divorce Day’ because lawyers see a spike in the number of couples seeking divorce advice after the festive period ends.

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