Venezuela: Crowd Floods Caracas Streets to Celebrate WBC Victory

The Venezuelan national team won the 2026 World Baseball Classic, defeating the United States 3–2 at LoanDepot Park in Miami on March 17, securing the country’s first professional baseball world title. The streets of Caracas and cities across Venezuela erupted in celebration, and Acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared March 18 a national public holiday. The first part of the video was filmed on Bolívar Avenue.

Venezuela's 1st WBC championship

Venezuela's 1st WBC championship

Immigrants from Venezuela celebrate in New York on March 17, 2026, after the country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a victory over the United States earlier in the day.

Chile: Cheers Echo Through Santiago’s “Little Caracas” as Venezuela Wins First WBC Title

The sound of cheers echoed through Toro Mazote street in Santiago's Estación Central on Tuesday night, as Venezuela claimed its first-ever World Baseball Classic championship. Footage captured from an apartment window on Toro Mazote — the heart of the neighborhood known as "Pequeña Caracas," home to one of the largest Venezuelan communities in Chile — shows the street alive with noise as unseen residents celebrated Venezuela's historic victory.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Maikel Garcia (C) of Venezuela celebrates after being named the 2026 World Baseball Classic MVP as his country beat the United States in the final to claim Venezuela's first WBC title at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Maikel Garcia (L) of Venezuela celebrates with champagne after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Maikel Garcia (C) of Venezuela celebrates with champagne after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Ronald Acuna Jr. of Venezuela celebrates with champagne after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Ronald Acuna Jr. of Venezuela celebrates with champagne after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Ronald Acuna Jr. of Venezuela celebrates with champagne after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Venezuela players douse each other with champagne after they won the country's first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Venezuela players douse each other with champagne after they won the country's first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Venezuela players douse each other with champagne after they won the country's first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Venezuela players douse each other with champagne after they won the country's first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Venezuela players douse each other with champagne after they won the country's first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Ronald Acuna Jr. of Venezuela raises the victor's trophy after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Ronald Acuna Jr. of Venezuela sheds tears after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. U.S.

Ronald Acuna Jr. of Venezuela sheds tears after his country won its first World Baseball Classic title with a 3-2 victory over the United States in the final at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 17, 2026.

Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 4

At least 140 people have died and 127 remain missing after Typhoon Kalmaegi struck the Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

US: Dodgers Fans Celebrate World Series Title Across Los Angeles 3

Dodgers fans celebrated on the streets across Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 30, after their World Series victory against New York Yankees.

US: Dodgers Fans Celebrate World Series Title Across Los Angeles 4

Dodgers fans celebrated on the streets across Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 30, after their World Series victory against New York Yankees.

US: Dodgers Fans Celebrate World Series Title Across Los Angeles 2

Dodgers fans celebrated across Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 30, after their World Series victory against the New York Yankees with illegal fireworks.

US: Dodgers Fans Celebrate World Series Title On Los Angeles Streets

Dodgers fans celebrated on the streets across Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 30, after their World Series victory against New York Yankees.

Baseball: MLB World Series

Baseball: MLB World Series

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Freddie Freeman hoists the MLB World Series MVP trophy during a ceremony in the small hours of Oct. 31, 2024, after the team clinched the series title with a 7-6 win over the New York Yankees in Game 5 at Yankee Stadium in New York.

US: Multiple Arrested At Pro-Palestine Protest Outside NYU Stern School Of Business

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators, including students and faculty members, rallied outside the New York University Stern School of Business on Monday, April 22. As the protest intensified, multiple protesters were taken into custody.

Baseball: MLB World Series

Baseball: MLB World Series

Texas Rangers players celebrate after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5 of the MLB World Series, clinching their first title, at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Nov. 1, 2023.

Baseball: MLB World Series

Baseball: MLB World Series

Texas Rangers players celebrate after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5 of the MLB World Series, clinching their first title, at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Nov. 1, 2023.

Baseball: MLB World Series

Baseball: MLB World Series

Texas Rangers players celebrate after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5 of the MLB World Series, clinching their first title, at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Nov. 1, 2023.

Baseball: 2013 Red Sox reunion at Fenway Park

Baseball: 2013 Red Sox reunion at Fenway Park

Former Major League Baseball pitcher Koji Uehara (R) and other members of Boston Red Sox's 2013 World Series-winning team reunite at Fenway Park in Boston on April 16, 2023, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their title.

Baseball: Japan's WBC manager Kuriyama

Baseball: Japan's WBC manager Kuriyama

Japan's national baseball team manager Hideki Kuriyama attends a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on March 27, 2023, after the team won the country's third World Baseball Classic title the previous week.

Baseball: WBC-winning Japan manager Kuriyama

Baseball: WBC-winning Japan manager Kuriyama

Japan's national baseball team manager Hideki Kuriyama attends a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on March 27, 2023, after the team won the country's third World Baseball Classic title the previous week.

Baseball: WBC-winning Japan manager Kuriyama

Baseball: WBC-winning Japan manager Kuriyama

Japan's national baseball team manager Hideki Kuriyama attends a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on March 27, 2023, after the team won the country's third World Baseball Classic title the previous week.

World Baseball Classic

World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani acknowledges fans after Japan beat the United States to claim the World Baseball Classic title at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 21, 2023. Ohtani was named Most Valuable Player of the tournament.

World Baseball Classic

World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani acknowledges fans after Japan beat the United States to claim the World Baseball Classic title at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 21, 2023. Ohtani was named Most Valuable Player of the tournament.

World Baseball Classic

World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani hugs teammate Shugo Maki (C) after Japan beat the United States to claim the World Baseball Classic title at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 21, 2023.

Angels outfielder Mike Trout speaks ahead of WBC

Angels outfielder Mike Trout speaks ahead of WBC

Screenshot shows Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout speaking during an online press conference on Jan. 20, 2023, ahead of the World Baseball Classic in March. Trout was one of the first MLB stars to sign on for the United States' title defense and will captain the team.

Abe with young baseball players

Abe with young baseball players

TOKYO, Japan, Dec. 11 Kyodo - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe takes a swing in a meeting with members of the Tokyo Kitasuna baseball team at his office in Tokyo on Dec. 11, 2017. The baseball team visited Abe after winning the Little League World Series title in August.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Dominican Republic manager Tony Pena (R) and Puerto Rican manager Edwin Rodriguez hold each other after the Dominicans beat Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Dominican Republic players celebrate after beating Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Dominican Republic relief pitcher Fernando Rodney celebrates beside the winner's trophy during the award ceremony after the Dominican Repuglic beat Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Puerto Rico players react to their loss to the Dominican Republic 0-3 in the World Baseball Classic final at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013. The Dominicans won their first WBC title.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Dominican Republic players raise the winner's trophy after beating Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Dominican Republic players raise the winner's trophy after beating Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Dominican Republic players run to the mound after beating Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Robinson Cano bites his gold medal during the award ceremony after the Dominican Republic beat Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013. Cano, the New York Yankees second baseman, was named the tournament's MVP.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Robinson Cano (front C) and other Dominican Republic players celebrate while holding national flags after beating Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013. Cano, the New York Yankees second baseman, was named the tournament's MVP.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Robinson Cano (C) and other Dominican Republic players raise the winner's trophy after beating Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013. Cano, the New York Yankees second baseman, was named the tournament's MVP.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Dominican Republic players greet fans in the stands while holding national flags after beating Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Robinson Cano (C) raises his MVP trophy surrounded by teammates after the Dominican Republic beat Puerto Rico 3-0 to win their first World Baseball Classic title at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013. Cano, the New York Yankees second baseman, was named the tournament's MVP.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Puerto Rico players react in the dugout to their loss to the Dominican Republic 0-3 in the World Baseball Classic final at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013. The Dominicans won their first WBC title.

Dominican Republic wins WBC

Dominican Republic wins WBC

SAN FRANCISCO, United States - Puerto Rico players greet fans in the stands after losing to the Dominican Republic 0-3 in the World Baseball Classic final at AT&T Park in San Francisco on March 19, 2013. The Dominicans won their first WBC title.