UNICEF says Latin America faces a major child migration crisis. One in four migrants in this region are kids. Globally, kids make up only 15% of migrants. The main causes are poverty, violence, and environmental issues. Most kids below 11 travel through three dangerous routes. These paths include the harsh Darien Jungle between Colombia and […]
The U.S. dollar is rising, signaling that the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates high. This belief is pulling in investors. They seek better returns than Europe and Asia, lifting the dollar's value. The Bloomberg Dollar Index recently showed nearly a 1% increase. This marks its eighth straight weekly gain. Global economic health shows a […]
Economists in Argentina warn that the recession will be worse than first thought. Recent elections have made predictions more bleak. Alberdi Partners now sees a 3.6% recession, up from their first guess of 2.6%. Other analysts have also raised their predictions to a 3.5% dip. The restaurant sector shows early signs of struggle. Alejandro Cilley, […]
Venezuela signed a deal with China’s Global Big Data Center for Sustainable Development (CBAS). The Ministry of Science and Technology made the announcement. Gabriela Jiménez, the Science Minister, inked the deal to expand satellite image analysis. This move also supports Venezuela’s push for digital upgrades. CBAS started in Beijing last September. Since then, it has […]
Juan Carlos Calvimontes, Deputy Minister, says 260 of Bolivia’s 337 towns report droughts. He blames it on El Niño. He shared this during a media chat in the Cochabamba department. These drought alerts help the government allocate funds and resources. About 300,000 families are struggling due to lack of water. Regions like La Paz, Cochabamba, […]
Rogério Zandamela, Mozambique's Central Bank head, says the country has built up big debt without enough savings. He spoke at Maputo's Polytechnic University, stressing the need for financial caution. Zandamela highlighted that the country faces structural deficits. These make it hard to manage money and respond to frequent crises. He pointed out that Mozambique is […]
The Gulf Council praised steps to mend ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran. This came after a meeting of council ministers. The group includes Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and the UAE. They welcomed new ambassadors as a positive sign. Yet, the council asked Iran to solve disputes over certain islands. These islands are […]
China’s Belt and Road Initiative is facing stronger headwinds. 2013 China’s President Xi Jinping launched the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The plan aimed to boost global trade and influence through infrastructure projects. Since then, more than 150 countries have joined, signing various agreements with China. Trade between China and BRI countries grew 76% from […]
A recent survey shows that 72% of French people see unregulated immigration as a security risk. Toluna, a French research firm, conducted the study. It also found that 61% view immigration as a cultural threat. Additionally, 56% think it hurts social unity. Only 14% support allowing immigrants in with no conditions. Meanwhile, 24% oppose accepting […]
Argentina and China have agreed to work together on scientific research. They’re focusing on natural resources and cleaner energy. Argentina’s Science Minister, Daniel Filmus, and China’s Natural Resources Minister, Wang Guanghua, made it official in Beijing. They signed an agreement to create a virtual research center. The deal outlines how the two countries will cooperate. […]
Brazil's President Lula da Silva left for India this week for the G20 Summit and to take on a leadership role. He took off from Brasilia after joining the Independence Day festivities. He will arrive in New Delhi by Friday night, with stops in Recife and Tunisia. Over the weekend, Lula will share Brazil's plans […]
Brazil's farms send products to about 200 places across the globe. From January to July 2023, these exports made nearly US$100 billion. China is the top buyer, providing 37% of this income. Next, the European Union imports 13%, and the United States adds 5%. These three make up 55% of the total income from exports. […]
Fifty years ago, General Augusto Pinochet overthrew Chile’s democracy and still shapes the country today. Pinochet never faced trial. His ideas are alive in current politics. Oddly, left-wing parties are also gaining ground. Today, 36% of Chileans see him as a hero. Ten years ago, this number was just 18%. Luis Silva, a lawyer, called […]
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Flight searches in Brazil to Japan jumped 135% after the visa rules ease a couple of weeks ago. Starting September 30, tourists from Brazil and Japan will travel visa-free between the countries. Last month's visa waiver announcement has boosted interest. Searches for flights to Japan have risen by about 135% this year compared to 2022. […]
(Opinion) Brazil’s Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is looking to redefine Independence Day and will celebrate his initial national celebration today. This day used to be a big deal for Jair Bolsonaro, the former leader. In recent years, Bolsonaro drew large crowds on this day. People gathered to protest the Supreme Court and seek freedom […]
India is thinking of changing big and may rename itself Bharat. The name comes from Sanskrit, an old language. It also refers to a legendary king. India’s Constitution has two names for the country: India and Bharat. Hindi speakers use Bharat more. English speakers and foreigners use India more. Who Wants the Change? The ruling […]
Brazil's Navy teams up with Stella for drone use on Atlantic ship - The Brazilian Navy and Stella Tecnologia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on August 22, 2023. The MOU aims to create a high-tech drone for use on the Atlantic (A140) ship. Rear Admiral Emerson Gaio Roberto signed for the Navy. At that […]
President Lula falls still short of the needed votes to pass law changes, or Constitutional Amendments (PEC), writes Poder360 in its latest report. He reportedly has 11 parties and 389 deputies in the National Assembly. However, only 283 can be reliably counted on for support. For a constitutional change, 308 votes are required. A Poder360 […]
Brazil and Germany unveiled a pilot plant for eco-friendly airplane fuel (SAF) on September 5, 2023. Located in Natal, this lab focuses on upscaling from experimental to industrial production. Fabiola Correia, the project leader, expects a sample for certification by October. The goal is to boost the production of a synthetic oil called Syncrude from […]
New York City bans rentals for stays shorter than one month starting September 5, 2023. This rule also covers rentals found on apps like Airbnb. Property owners must get city approval to list stays under 30 days. Short stays are okay if the owner lives in the house with two or fewer paying guests. The […]
Mexico’s top court has made a key ruling and ends the abortion ban nationwide. The Supreme Court allows all women in the country to end their pregnancies legally. The court shared this news on September 6th. The judicial body found that criminalizing abortion is not legal. They say it hurts the rights of women and […]
El Salvador’s top election body has set the 2024 general elections. The Electoral Court says it assures a fair and lawful vote. The presidential and legislative polls are set for February 4. Municipal and regional parliament votes will be on March 3. A runoff, if needed, will also happen on March 3. Preparation steps are […]
Laura Ardila’s controversial book “La Costa Nostra” is making waves in Colombia. It delves into Colombia’s mighty Char family and is a hit. It sold over 10,000 copies and faced censorship before its release. The author is touring many cities, from the Venezuelan border to near Ecuador. The Char family is as powerful as it […]
See what opens and closes on Independence Day in Rio de Janeiro. Businesses and establishments in Rio de Janeiro are organizing their operating hours for Thursday, September 7th. To allow the population to enjoy the holiday without worries, we have compiled information about the opening and closing times of various places and the operation of […]
