Gotion High-Tech, a Chinese innovator in the EV battery sector backed by Volkswagen, is advancing rapidly with groundbreaking products. At its Hefei tech conference, the company introduced two major innovations: the robust 4695 cylindrical battery and the swift G-Current prismatic battery. These innovations are redefining standards for luxury and new energy vehicles. The 4695 battery, […]
China, Japan, and South Korea gear up for a crucial trilateral summit in Seoul, their first in nearly four and a half years. Consequently, the meeting will see Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol come together. Furthermore, their talks will address the U.S.-China semiconductor rivalry […]
This weekend marks the 2024 Formula 1 season’s exciting second doubleheader at the iconic Monte Carlo street circuit. The Monaco Grand Prix venue hosts its 70th race, which is also the eighth round of the championship. Scheduled for this Saturday, May 25, are the free practice and qualifying sessions, setting the stage for Sunday’s main […]
During a heated football match, Renato Marques of Brazil’s América-MG found the net in the 14th minute. His goal sparked controversy since Santos’ goalkeeper, João Paulo, had just signaled an injury. Soon, players from both teams clashed, with tensions boiling over. Juninho, from América-MG, later reflected on the incident. “We missed a chance to act […]
Highlights for Saturday, 25th, include the FA Cup final (Manchester City vs. Manchester United) and the La Liga match (Real Madrid vs. Real Betis). Today’s schedule also features UEFA Women’s Champions League, Paulistão U-20, Scottish Championship, Brasileirão Série B, and Italian Championship matches. Today’s Live Football Matches La Liga 09:00 – Osasuna vs Villarreal – […]
This week, Brazil’s financial scene saw significant swings, with the Ibovespa index dropping 3% and the U.S. dollar rising 1.27% against the real. The Ibovespa closed at 124,305.57 points amid market turmoil, spurred by Brazil revising its 2024 deficit forecast to R$14.5 billion (about $2.81 billion), or 0.1% of GDP. This update deepens concerns over […]
(Analysis) Brazil’s judicial system is currently undergoing a significant and dramatic transformation process. Operation Car Wash (Lava Jato), once a major anti-corruption effort, now sees key figures granted broad amnesty. This sweeping change echoes past amnesties for political crimes during Brazil’s military dictatorship. Launched over a decade ago, Operation Car Wash unearthed widespread corruption and […]
Brazil has launched one of Latin America’s most sophisticated biology and biotechnology laboratories. Located in Brasilia, this lab seeks to transform research by cloning spider silk genes from species in the Amazon, Atlantic Forest, and Cerrado. The lab operates under Embrapa and is guided by INCT-BioSyn, merging their expertise. Research director Ebilio Rech emphasized the […]
The U.S. is gearing up to significantly enhance Brazil’s military capabilities with a hefty $950 million investment. This initiative will introduce 12 cutting-edge UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters into Brazil’s aerial forces by 2025. The upgrade will modernize the Brazilian fleet and bolster American defense jobs. Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky ensure this dual benefit. Currently, Brazil […]
On Friday, the Brazilian stock market witnessed a significant surge in the shares of two major airlines, Azul and Gol. This spike was triggered by the announcement of a new commercial cooperation between the two. They utilized a codeshare strategy to integrate their flight networks across Brazil, covering over 150 destinations. Azul’s stocks surged by […]
In 2014, Russia and Nicaragua founded the Latin American Institute of Biotechnology Mechnikov in Managua, signaling a new era in healthcare for Central America. This partnership is not only aimed at enhancing healthcare but also at transforming the region’s medical infrastructure. Quickly becoming pivotal in the health sector, Mechnikov focused on developing and producing vaccines, […]
On Friday, the financial markets witnessed an unexpected twist as the spot dollar surged against the Brazilian real, defying global currency trends. Closing at R$ 5.167, this marked a modest but notable 0.27% rise, peaking earlier in the day at R$ 5.176. This financial movement was not random but a direct response to comments from […]
Esencia, a $2 billion development, marks a significant step forward for Puerto Rico’s west coast. Launched by the Reuben Brothers and Three Rules Capital, this sprawling project covers 2,000 acres, featuring three miles of untouched beachfront. The initiative promises not only luxury accommodations but a comprehensive community that includes two golf courses, an equestrian center, […]
The Ibovespa index closed down for the sixth straight session, falling 0.34% to 124,305.57 points. This marked a nearly 3% decline for the week, the worst performance since March 2023. The last full week of losses was in early September 2023, a shorter week due to Brazil’s Independence Day. Adding to the market woes, the […]
John Textor, an entrepreneur steering his sports investment vision, has unveiled plans to recalibrate his football club portfolio, starting with the sale of his 45% stake in Crystal Palace. His group, Eagle Football, known for its diverse holdings in clubs such as Botafogo, RWD Molenbeek, and Lyon, is exploring new acquisitions. They have a specific […]