Leaders from Brazil, Indonesia, and the Republic of Congo are convening in Brazzaville for a three-day summit to discuss the protection of their tropical forests. These countries are home to the Amazon, Congo, and Borneo basins. The summit focuses on defending these forests from destruction and securing funding for this cause. Arlette Soudan-Nonault, Congo's Environment […]
Public sentiment in Mozambique is undergoing a significant transformation following recent local elections. Previously, vendors at Maputo's bustling Xipamanine market were staunch supporters of the ruling party, Frelimo. However, a new wave of support is now visibly aligning with the primary opposition, Renamo. A change in the local authorities' behavior towards the vendors has resulted […]
On November 19, Nicaragua will conclude its two-year withdrawal period and officially depart from the Organization of American States (OAS). Remarkably, no member country has commented on this move. Ronald Sanders, the current Chair of the OAS Permanent Council, requested a special legal report. He wants to understand what this departure means. This legal report […]
Every year, International Living releases a list of the best countries for retirement, and their 2023 edition focuses on several key factors. These include the cost of living, property value, and governmental stability. The report also considers ease of home buying, climate, and healthcare. Southern Europe and Latin America dominate the list. Now, let's turn […]
Argentina remains atop the FIFA World Rankings after securing victories in two recent World Cup 2026 qualifiers. This win added 8.99 points to their already leading total of 1861.29. On the other hand, Brazil’s performance slipped. They drew one match and lost another. This loss cost them 25.41 points. Switching focus, England is catching up. […]
Cuba and several other countries presented a resolution to the UN General Assembly, seeking to safeguard Palestinian civilians and halt the Middle East conflict. Bruno Rodríguez, Cuba’s Foreign Minister, made this known through social media. The proposal has several key points. Firstly, it calls for an immediate ceasefire. Secondly, it pushes for a fast way […]
In São Paulo's third quarter, fatalities linked to police actions surged by 86% compared to the same time last year. Specifically, events with on-duty military police led to 106 fatalities, up from 57 in 2022. The State's Security Department believes these incidents arise from criminals initiating confrontations, not police decisions. The recent data includes August's […]
In the third quarter of 2023, the U.S. economy grew faster than expected. According to the Department of Commerce, the annualized Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth was 4.9%. Based on Projections Broadcast data, analysts had predicted a lower figure of 4.5%. Compared to the previous quarter, this growth shows a strong acceleration. In the second […]
Last week, Brazil's House of Representatives approved Bill 4173/23, which establishes tax rates for individuals with cryptocurrency earnings. Specifically, the tax applies to those who hold these digital assets in foreign accounts. Now, the Senate will examine the bill for potential changes. Deputy Merlong Solano first proposed the bill. After that, the National Congress Joint […]
Environment ministers from 33 Latin American and Caribbean countries met in Panama. They aimed to finalize a unified climate change proposal for the upcoming COP28 conference in Dubai. Time is running out, as they must approve this proposal by the end of the week. The ministers gathered during the Latin America and Caribbean Climate Week. […]
Hurricane Otis, a Category 5 storm, struck Acapulco, with social media images revealing widespread damage. Buildings lay in ruins, glass windows shattered, and fallen trees blocked important roads. People, including tourists, faced severe difficulties. Some tried to leave the city by dragging their luggage through debris-filled streets. The coastal region from Acapulco to Zihuatanejo became […]
Saudi Arabia is encountering difficulties in modernizing its air force, initially aiming to acquire additional Eurofighter jets and Lockheed Martin's F-35s. Both attempts have met roadblocks. Now, the focus has shifted to Rafale jets from France's Dassault Aviation. According to La Tribune, a French newspaper, Saudi Arabia is exploring the purchase of 54 Rafale jets. […]
(Opinion) The United Nations Security Council intended as a center for global peace discussions, has regrettably turned into a contentious arena. The Council, intended for negotiation, now serves as a stage for diplomatic theatrics. Especially evident is this role during the Israel-Hamas conflict, where division among nations like the U.S., Russia, China, and Brazil takes […]
On October 25, Brazil’s Foreign Ministry showed its support for António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General. This endorsement follows Israel’s demand for Guterres to quit his UN role. Israel’s request came after the UN chief made comments about the ongoing Israel-Hamas fighting. Guterres clarified his earlier remarks at a Security Council meeting on October 24. He […]
On October 26, Israel's military, the IDF, operated a ground operation in northern Gaza. The IDF targeted specific groups and sites. These include what they call extremist cells, missile launch areas, and Hamas facilities. The IDF stated on social media that the mission aims to prepare for more combat. They are following a broader plan […]
In September, Brazil's Federal Public Debt (FPD) decreased by 3%, settling at 6.028 trillion reais, approximately 1.2 trillion dollars. The National Treasury said the reduction mostly came from bonds reaching maturity dates. For some background, the FPD crossed the 6 trillion reais mark for the first time in April. The recent drop keeps the debt […]
This week, Brazil's House of Representatives approved a tax targeting the country's ultra-wealthy individuals. The tax affects investment funds and offshore companies that Brazilians own abroad. Finance Minister Fernando Haddad champions this new tax. His goal is simple: to eliminate the national deficit by next year. With this tax, Brazil could gain an extra 20 […]
Venezuela’s Oil Minister, Pedro Tellechea, announced a new partnership with Bolivia this week, centered on collaborative oil and gas projects. The news came out in a public announcement in Caracas, Venezuela’s capital. Tellechea said the deal is between his ministry and Bolivia’s state-owned oil company, YPFB. They aim to share valuable field data for mutual […]
On Wednesday, Cruzeiro experienced a significant momentum shift, securing a 3-0 victory over Bahia at the iconic Mineirão Stadium. This match, part of the 29th round of the Brasileirão, was special: it was Cruzeiro’s inaugural home win this year. With this win, Cruzeiro doesn’t just move away from the relegation danger by seven points. They […]
On Wednesday, Corinthians defeated Cuiabá 1-0 in a pivotal 29th round match of the Brasileirão, Brazil’s premier soccer league. The arena for this exciting showdown was Arena Pantanal. The defender Gil emerged as the hero for Corinthians, setting up the decisive goal. Mano Menezes, the coach for Corinthians, made smart changes in the lineup. Specifically, […]
Brazil's President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, recently sought Qatar's assistance to evacuate approximately 30 Brazilian citizens stranded in the Gaza Strip. This information comes from an official statement by the Brazilian government. In a phone call, President Lula spoke directly with Qatar's Emir, Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani. The Brazilian leader asked for support to […]
The National Petroleum Agency (ANP) announced that Brazil saw a 6.24% surge in oil and natural gas production in September, totaling 4.665 million barrels of oil equivalent per day. When we look at the specifics, oil production stood at 3.672 million barrels per day. Natural gas production reached 157.9 million cubic meters per day. These […]