The XXIV Central American and Caribbean Games were inaugurated in a vibrant ceremony in the capital of El Salvador. More than 5,000 athletes and coaches from 35 participating countries and renowned artists from the region gathered to mark the beginning of the Games. The President extended a warm welcome to all the delegations and commended […]
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Cairo for a two-day trip to meet with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Their discussions focused on enhancing defense and economic cooperation between the two countries. This visit is part of an effort to strengthen the relationship beyond historical and diplomatic ties and move towards a strategic partnership. Defense […]
In response to alleged threats of “rebellion,” Russia has heightened security in Moscow and called for the arrest of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner paramilitary group. This comes after Prigozhin threatened retaliation for an attack on a militia camp, which he attributed to Russian forces. According to Russia’s Tass news agency, “critical installations” […]
A study by the Federal University of São Paulo (Unifesp) reveals high levels of microplastic contamination in the Santos estuary on the São Paulo coast. The study focused on the ferryboat area, Góes Beach, and Palmas Island. Comparing data from 100 studies conducted in 40 countries, researchers found the ferryboat area to be the most […]
Brazil has solidified its position as the leading market for Bolivian potassium chloride, with significant sales recorded in the first half of this year and anticipated for 2022, according to Bolivia's state-owned company, Yacimientos de Litio Bolivianos (YLB). The majority of the potassium chloride produced is used for making fertilizer, called potash, since the growth […]
According to Agriculture Minister Esteban Valenzuela, Chile has announced an investment of 198 billion pesos (approximately US$243.3 million) to strengthen food security in the country through the “Siembra por Chile” program. Minister Valenzuela highlighted that around 30,000 individuals would, directly and indirectly, benefit from this initiative during a visit to the La Araucanía region in […]
The Peruvian government has announced implementing a comprehensive “territorial control” strategy aimed at identifying foreign nationals in an irregular migratory situation within the country and facilitating their regularization. Minister of the Interior, Vicente Romero, stated that this national effort to monitor irregular migration is a coordinated initiative initiated by the current administration, yielding positive results […]
A recent study conducted by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) reveals that the quality of life for Brazilians showed significant improvement during the analyzed decade from 2008 to 2018. The study assessed two key indicators: the Socioeconomic Performance Index (IDS), which evaluates progress in areas such as housing, public services, health, and […]
The Minister of Tourism in Uruguay, Tabaré Viera, emphasized the importance of positioning the country as a destination for event and meeting tourism, as it generates a higher influx of foreign currency than other areas within the sector. According to Viera, developing the subsector of events and meetings tourism is crucial as it helps to […]
Researchers from the Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre in Brazil have created an artificial intelligence platform that supports individuals with Alzheimer's disease by utilizing reminiscence therapy to preserve their memories. This breakthrough, reported by the state-owned Agencia Brasil, has been recognized in scientific studies for its positive impact on the mental well-being […]
The São Paulo government, in collaboration with consultants from Genial Bank, recently held an initial working meeting to initiate pre-feasibility studies and model the privatization process of Emae (Metropolitan Water and Power Company). Genial Bank is part of the New Genius Emae Consortium, which successfully won the bid. The studies will involve the assessment, structuring, […]
As the second most populous province in Argentina, Córdoba will hold its gubernatorial elections, setting the stage for the upcoming presidential race. This contest carries national implications with internal elections, alliances, and dynamics unique to the province. On June 25, all eyes will be on Córdoba's electoral contest amidst the ongoing presidential race. This coveted […]
A priest was arrested in southern Bolivia on Thursday (22) for alleged sexual abuse as authorities investigate the country’s most significant clerical pedophilia scandal. Government Minister Eduardo Del Castillo shared a photo of the priest, Jorge Luis Machicado, being transported in a patrol car from his rural parish in Tarija, located 650 kilometers south of […]
A new vaccine developed in Japan is set to be introduced in Brazil to combat the spread of dengue fever. Private vaccination centers nationwide will soon administer the vaccine, which consists of two doses and offers broad protection against the dengue virus. Approved by the National Health Regulator (Anvisa) in March, the vaccine will be […]