The city government of Rio de Janeiro recently announced a 12-minute fireworks display at Copacabana Beach as part of its New Year's Eve celebrations. For the first time, a live symphony orchestra will accompany this spectacle. The orchestra will perform on a stage right in front of the Copacabana Palace Hotel. Moreover, Rio plans to […]
On Wednesday, Google unveiled five updates for Chrome's address bar, including a significant enhancement to URL autocomplete. Unlike before, you don't need to type a URL initially. Now, the address bar considers words you've previously used. For example, typing "flights" will suggest the complete Google Flights URL. Moreover, Google has tackled typos. The updated address […]
Neymar will be sidelined for a year due to a left knee injury sustained during a match against Uruguay this Tuesday. Medical staff carried him off the field just before the first half ended. In an intense midfield play, Neymar broke free from defenders. Unfortunately, he landed awkwardly and hurt his knee. Immediately, he signaled […]
A recent Interpol meeting in Angola’s capital, Luanda, focused on boosting information sharing. Over 160 top police officials from Africa and other places attended. They talked about fighting various crimes like terrorism and illegal wildlife trade. Monique Nsanzabaganwa, a leader from the African Union, spoke at the meeting. She said Africa loses about $140 billion […]
Leaders of West African navies met in Lomé, Togo, aiming to strengthen sea safety. They came from various countries and represented the Economic Community of West African States or ECOWAS. The meeting’s goal was to review how well regional Maritime Centers are doing. The Togolese Navy Chief kicked off the meeting. He praised the member […]
Since the 2020 pandemic, Cabo Verdeans in Brazil have lost direct flights to their homeland. Now, a four-day journey through Lisbon costs up to $3,000. To address this, almost 200 people have signed a recent petition. Community spokesperson Andrea Ferreira claims the lack of direct flights makes the community feel undervalued. "Our contributions to Cape […]
In a bold move, Mozambique aims to stabilize its economy by slashing public spending in 2024. At the same time, experts predict a budget shortfall of 10.4% of GDP. This apparent contradiction raises questions about Mozambique's economic future. How will the country manage debt, attract investment, and still serve its citizens? Mozambique plans to cut […]
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After discussions with U.S. President Joe Biden, Israel has consented to allow Egyptian humanitarian aid into Gaza. The goal is to ease the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region. However, Israel sets one condition: the aid cannot benefit Hamas, the governing group in Gaza. Before this, Egypt had stored aid near its border with Gaza. […]
(Opinion) In a recent twist, the opposition in Brazil’s Congress decided to cease their blockade. Initially, the move aimed to protest the Supreme Court’s involvement in legislative issues. Liberal Party (PL) leader Altineu Cortez revealed that they met with Senate President Rodrigo Pacheco. They collectively agreed that the blockade had positively influenced the progression of opposition-backed […]
In 2024, Chile’s government intends to increase public spending by 3.5%, anticipating a fiscal deficit of 1.9% of the GDP. By year-end, they project the gross debt will be 41.1% of the GDP. However, JP Morgan sees a tougher situation ahead. According to JP Morgan, slower economic growth will happen. As a result, they predict […]
As Venezuelan refugees continue to escape economic turmoil, many American nations respond with fences and guards. In contrast, Brazil welcomes these migrants warmly. So far, 7.7 million Venezuelans have fled the once-prosperous nation now facing severe economic challenges. Brazilian officials issue visas at the northern border, employers propose job openings, and the government even pays […]
(Sponsored) We live in a digital era where artificial intelligence has moved from a subject of mere fiction to a tangible reality that is quickly revolutionizing important aspects of our daily lives. According to a recent study AI is evolving to play an important role in the transformation of how students learn and prepare for […]
(Sponsored) Many remain skeptical about online earnings, but in today’s era, making money, especially on YouTube, is quite feasible. A million channels have more than one revenue stream with video content in various niches. You may wonder about YouTubers’ income by uploading videos on the platform. Luckily, the guidebook will answer your questions on “how […]
China’s President Xi Jinping and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin recently discussed an alternative global order. The talk happened on the tenth anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Belt and Road Forum Xi criticized one-sided sanctions and geopolitical tension at the event. Without naming any country, his words seemed directed at U.S. policies. Putin’s Support […]
On October 18, 2023, the United Nations Security Council convened to decide on a critical issue. Brazil proposed a resolution aimed at addressing the Israel-Hamas conflict. While the proposal garnered much support, a veto from the United States led to its downfall. This report elaborates on the events that unfolded during the meeting. The Voting […]
NordLayer, a cybersecurity firm, ranks Uruguay and Chile as the best Latin American countries for remote work. The company uses its Global Remote Work Index (GRWI) for the assessment. It looks at four main areas: cybersecurity, economic security, infrastructure, and social security. On the other end, Honduras and Guatemala receive the lowest rankings in the […]
Ecuador plans to enhance its trade relations with Russia under Daniel Noboa’s upcoming leadership. Carlos de la Torre, a former official, highlighted to Sputnik News the benefits of such a move. Russia is already a key market for Ecuador’s non-oil goods. Presently, Ecuador exports items like bananas and coffee to Russia. As of May 2023, […]
Four years ago, Chile experienced significant protests sparked by a public transport fare increase. Soon, they expanded to include demands for better healthcare, education, housing, and pensions. However, little has changed since then. In 2019, the government increased subway fares in Santiago from 800 to 830 pesos. This led to widespread fare evasions and protests. […]
In 2023, Brazil anticipates setting biodiesel production records, following a new mandate that raises the biodiesel blend in diesel from 10% to 12%. According to the Brazilian Vegetable Oil Industries Association (Abiove) forecasts, this change could result in a total output of 7.3 billion liters. In 2022, Brazil produced 6.3 billion liters of this fuel. […]
On Tuesday, Congonhas Airport in São Paulo encountered operational issues under its new private management. Aena Brasil, succeeding Infraero, now oversees the airport after the August 2022 privatization auction. During the morning, the flight information system showed inconsistencies, causing flight delays. By 4:30 p.m., Aena stated the problem wasn't fully . . . To read […]
The Israel-Hamas conflict has lasted ten days. Despite global unease, Brazil's Ibovespa stock index reports modest gains. On October 6, the index stood at 114,170 points. By October 17, it reached 115,908 points, a 1.52% rise. A Santander Bank report reveals several reasons for this resilience. Initially, investors around the world were risk-averse. Now, they […]
The UN Security Council has rescheduled its vote on the Israel-Hamas issue to this Wednesday, allowing more time to refine the proposal initially set for Monday. Four drafts exist so far. Member nations will review the final text today. In a closed meeting, the UAE called for more time to look at Brazil’s proposal. Excluding […]
Argentine President Alberto Fernández met with Dilma Rousseff, head of the New Development Bank, in Shanghai. He announced Argentina is beginning the process to join the bank, often known as the BRICS Bank. Fernández said the move marks a key step for Argentina’s future. Additionally, it promotes a more inclusive global finance system. He thanked […]
Saudi Arabia squarely blamed Israel for the devastating attack on a Gaza hospital, causing a diplomatic rift. They released a scathing statement, labeling the assault as a breach of international humanitarian laws. Concurrently, they called on the global community to drop their double standards when it comes to Israel’s actions. Various international representatives have echoed […]