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Tens of thousands protest as Milei’s austerity measures hit Argentina’s public universities
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Argentina’s Central Bank Lowers Key Rate to 60%: Argentina’s central bank cut its key interest rate for the fourth time since President Javier Milei took office ...
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LIVE: Indigenous people in Brazil mark 20 years in annual march to demand land, culture rights
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Venezuela Is Setting the Stage for a $154 Billion Debt Restructuring: After years of fits and starts, Venezuela is setting the stage for one of the largest and ...
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Cannes Adds New Film By Jean-Luc Godard Alongside Restorations of Spielberg, Wiseman, Tsui Hark, Bresson, and Sembène
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Hollywood star Jeff Daniels said his character in the new Netflix show 'A Man in Full' and former US President Donald Trump are in 'a similar situation' as he ... Show more
Petrobras shareholders approve payout of 50% of withheld dividends: Shareholders of Petrobras voted on Thursday for the Brazilian state-run oil firm to pay out ...
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Argentina President Javier Milei Touts First Quarterly Budget Surplus Since 2008: President Javier Milei announced Argentina’s first quarterly fiscal surplus ...
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Passengers on a #Lufthansa flight to Los Angeles went through a scary 20 minutes when their plane tried to touch down at the city's airport on Tuesday.
Ecuador Bonds Jump on $4 Billion Loan Agreement With IMF: Ecuador bonds led gains among emerging-market peers Thursday after the nation reached a deal with the ...
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Cuba says state airline cancelled flights after Argentina denied it fuel: Argentine jet fuel providers in Buenos Aires refused to service Cuban state airline ...
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Klopp apologises to Liverpool supporters after huge blow to title hopes: Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp apologised to fans after a 2-0 loss to Everton in the ...
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Supenaam to Parika speedboat fare to remain at $1300: -Edghill tells operators While boat operators and owners plying the Supenaam to Parika route weren’t too ...
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Argentina seeks arrest of Iranian minister over 1994 bombing of Jewish community center
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Quick Glance: Iran's President's Visit to Sri Lanka
- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi visited Sri Lanka on April 24, promising to strengthen ties with the South Asian country.
- Argentina requested the arrest of Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi for his alleged involvement in a 1994 attack on a Jewish community center in Buenos Aires.
- Sri Lanka and Iran are set to sign five agreements, including one related to a hydroelectric project.
- Iran's Interior Minister returned from Pakistan prematurely, signaling a setback for Iran as it faces consequences for its actions worldwide.
Milei’s Team Sees Argentina Inflation Slowing Faster Than Economist Survey: Argentine President Javier Milei’s economic team sees monthly inflation slowing much ...
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Paid articlePaid Meta tempers expectations for second-quarter revenue: Meta Platforms disappointed investors on Wednesday with forecasts of higher expenses and ...
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Quick Glance: Meta Quarterly Results: Revenue Expectations Lowered, Stock Fell
- Meta's quarterly results exceeded expectations, but the revenue forecast for the next quarter was lowered.
- Despite successful ad business and increasing user numbers, Meta's stock experienced a drop of over 10 percent.
- Analysts caution about Meta's reduced revenue expectations for the second quarter, leading to investor skepticism.
- Zuckerberg plans to significantly increase investments in AI models in the coming years to enhance Meta's leading position in the artificial intelligence domain.
Court investigates business corruption accusation against wife of Spanish PM: A Spanish court has launched a preliminary investigation into whether the wife of ...
reuters.com/world/europe/court-investigates-business-corruption-accusation-against-wife-spanish-pm-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe
- A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.
- Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.
- The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.
- The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.
Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer Arthur Aidala speaks after his client’s conviction was overturned by the New York Supreme Court ... Show more #MeToo #Live #reuters #news #newsfeed #HarveyWeinstein #Weinstein #NewYorkSupremeCourt #legal #metoomovement #MeToo www.reuters.com/
Quick Glance: New York Overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, citing prejudicial rulings by the judge in the landmark #MeToo trial.
- The State Court of Appeals ruling reopens a painful chapter in America's reckoning with sexual misconduct by powerful figures, ordering a new trial where his accusers might have to relive their traumas.
- Weinstein, 72, has been serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison following his conviction, but will remain imprisoned due to another rape conviction in Los Angeles in 2022.
- This decision marks another setback for #MeToo, following the US Supreme Court's refusal to hear an appeal in the Bill Cosby case, where his sexual assault conviction was overturned by a Pennsylvania court.
Brazil Boosts Protections for Steelmakers by Imposing Import Quota System: Brazil is stepping up protections for its steelmakers amid an influx of cheap imports ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/brazil-joins-protectionist-wave-in-face-of-cheap-steel-imports
Brazil Justice says no evidence Bolsonaro sought asylum in Hungarian embassy: Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes on Wednesday closed an ...
reuters.com/world/americas/brazil-justice-says-no-evidence-bolsonaro-sought-asylum-hungarian-embassy-2024-04-24/
Brazil's government submits rules to streamline consumption taxes: Brazil's government submitted proposed rules to Congress on Wednesday to carry out a historic ...
reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-government-submits-rules-streamline-consumption-taxes-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Simplification of Consumption Taxes in Brazil
- Brazil's government presented proposed rules to Congress to execute a groundbreaking tax reform.
- The reform's objective is to enhance productivity by simplifying Brazil's intricate tax system and converting five existing levies into a value-added tax (VAT).
- Incorporating a selective tax that targets products deemed harmful to the environment and health is also a component of the reform.
- The complete implementation of the new taxes is anticipated for 2033, potentially leading to reduced prices for popular consumer goods.
Iran sentences rapper Toomaj Salehi to death over 2022-23 unrest, lawyer tells paper
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-sentences-rapper-toomaj-salehi-death-over-2022-23-unrest-lawyer-tells-paper-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Receives Death Sentence for Criticizing Authorities
- Toomaj Salehi's songs criticized government corruption and repression.
- An Iranian court imposed a death sentence on rapper Toomaj Salehi for his critical songs.
- Salehi, subjected to multiple arrests, condemned the regime in his music.
- Despite being detained, Salehi persisted in releasing music videos opposing the Iranian authorities.
Venezuela's Maduro says he is open to receiving UN rights envoy: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said on Tuesday he is willing to receive an envoy from the ...
reuters.com/world/americas/venezuelas-maduro-says-he-is-open-receiving-un-rights-envoy-2024-04-24/
India lets oil firms procure extra ethanol from sugar mills, source says: India has agreed to allow oil marketing companies to procure ethanol by diverting an ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/india-lets-oil-firms-procure-extra-ethanol-sugar-mills-source-says-2024-04-24/
Maduro Is at Crossroads as Venezuela’s Opposition Joins Together: Newfound unity within Venezuela’s opposition is testing President Nicolás Maduro’s willingness ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/maduro-is-at-crossroads-as-venezuela-s-opposition-joins-together
Vale expects to reach final agreement for Mariana dam reparations in first half of year
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Quick Glance: Vale expects final agreement for Mariana dam reparations by first half of year
- Mining company Vale aims to achieve a final agreement with authorities for reparations for the collapse of the Samarco tailings dam by the end of the first half of this year.
- The mining companies have proposed a new agreement to the federal government and the states of Minas Gerais and Espirito Santo.
- Despite an improvement from the previous proposal of 42 billion reais, the amount is still considered inadequate.
- Vale, BHP, and Samarco have not confirmed the submission of a new proposal but stress their commitment to finding a solution for the reparations.
Venezuelan candidate Gonzalez touts return of exiles, freeing political prisoners
reuters.com/world/americas/venezuelan-candidate-gonzalez-touts-return-exiles-freeing-political-prisoners-2024-04-24/
Lula's South American summit plan unlikely in tense region, diplomats say: A diplomatic crisis in Ecuador and uncertainty over Venezuela's political future have ...
reuters.com/world/americas/lulas-south-american-summit-plan-unlikely-tense-region-diplomats-say-2024-04-25/
Carlos Tevez: Former Man Utd, Man City, West Ham star in hospital: Former West Ham, Manchester United and Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez is admitted to ...
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Peruvian woman becomes first person in country to die by euthanasia: After a long legal battle, Ana Estrada, 47, who suffered from polymyositis ...
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Brazil Analysts Raise Central Bank Selic Key Rate Forecasts for 2024, 2025: Brazil analysts lifted their benchmark interest rate estimates for this year and next ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/brazil-analysts-raise-key-rate-forecasts-for-this-year-and-next
Paid articlePaid Pochettino frustrated by Chelsea's inconsistency after thrashing at Arsenal: Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino was left frustrated by his team's inconsistency ...
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Ecuador violence: Ecuadorians approve referendum measures to toughen fight against gangs
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Brazil Tax Collection Loses Steam in Hurdle to Key Budget Target: Brazil’s tax collection lost steam according to official data published Tuesday ...
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Venomous lionfish are disrupting reefs in Colombia, and traditional methods of fishing aren't working to keep them out. #Lionfish #InvasiveSpecies #Colombia
Brazil Makes First Shipment of Ethanol to US Jet Fuel Plant: Brazilian company Raizen SA made the country’s first shipment of sugar-cane ethanol to be converted ...
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Paid articlePaid Venezuela opposition candidate to appear on presidential ballot for three parties
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“Fed up with the patriarchy”: Lio reveals his shaved hair on Instagram: In an Instagram story and post, the singer made her new haircut official ...
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Jumbo Jet donates two fire tenders to GFS: The Guyana Fire Service has expanded its fleet with the addition of two foreign used fire tenders ...
stabroeknews.com/2024/04/25/news/guyana/jumbo-jet-donates-two-fire-tenders-to-gfs/
UK court case launched over Brazil Iron mine project in Bahia: Brazil Iron calls itself a sustainable mining company. Local residents call its project a disaster ...
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President Milei's austerity measures: Argentine students defend free universities
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Javier Milei Sparks Wild Rally That Makes Peso No. 1 in World: Four months into office, Argentine President Javier Milei has pulled off a critical feat in a ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/javier-milei-sparks-wild-rally-that-makes-peso-no-1-in-world
Paid articlePaid LATAM scraps plan to acquire Boeing B737s after talks end with bankrupt Gol: LATAM Airlines said on Wednesday that it was no longer seeking to acquire Boeing ...
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The federal law driving the latest abortion battle at the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court has another big decision to make about abortion. This time it involves ...
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Mayor and City Council Encourages Seawall Vendors to Stay Put Despite Sea Defence Notice.
Oliver Stone's 'Lula' Documentary to Premiere at Cannes: Oliver Stone documentary 'Lula' about Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will ...
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Quick Glance: Oliver Stone's 'Lula' Documentary Premieres at Cannes
- Oliver Stone is unveiling his long-awaited documentary “Lula” at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, capturing the incarceration and return to power of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
- “Lula” joins the star-studded Cannes lineup alongside films from renowned directors like Paul Schrader, Francis Ford Coppola, Yorgos Lanthimos, and more.
- Stone had previously teased the film, emphasizing Lula Da Silva's dramatic journey from jail to a third term in power.
- Additional films added to the Cannes Special Screenings and Un Certain Regard program further enrich the festival's diverse selection of cinematic works.
Hess sets April 12 record date for shareholder vote on Chevron merger: Hess Corp on Wednesday said its board has set April 12 as the record date for the ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/hess-sets-april-12-record-date-shareholder-vote-chevron-merger-2024-04-24/
Late Milik strike sends Juventus into Coppa Italia final: A late goal by striker Arkadiusz Milik sent Juventus into the final of Coppa Italia with a 3-2 ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/late-milik-strike-sends-juventus-into-coppa-italia-final-2024-04-23/
A three-masted French vessel, called ‘Belem,’ that will take the Olympic flame to #Paris2024 arrived at the Greek port of Piraeus near Athens
ATP Masters Madrid: Thiem wins close match against Meligeni Alves: Dominic Thiem won against Felipe Meligeni Alves 6:2, 3:6, 7:5 in the first qualifying round at ...
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Quick Glance: Thiem Triumphs over Meligeni Alves in Madrid
- Dominic Thiem faces off against Felipe Meligeni Alves in the qualification.
- Thiem fights his way to a well-deserved victory in three sets.
- Meligeni Alves displays a strong performance and levels a set.
- Thiem impresses with dominance and clinches the win against Meligeni Alves.
Exclusive: Venezuela to accelerate cryptocurrency shift as oil sanctions return: Venezuela's state-run oil company PDVSA plans to increase digital currency usage ...
reuters.com/business/finance/venezuela-accelerate-cryptocurrency-shift-oil-sanctions-return-2024-04-22/
Conservative Brazilians praise Elon Musk at rally in support of Bolsonaro: Conservative Brazilians heaped praise on Elon Musk at a rally in the capital of Rio de ...
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Quick Glance: Bolsonaro Mobilizes Supporters in Rio
- Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro rallied thousands of supporters in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday to boost his political capital after losing a reelection bid in October 2022 and facing allegations of involvement in a coup.
- Bolsonaro, under investigation for undermining faith in Brazil's voting system, took the opportunity to praise Elon Musk and urged the crowd to applaud the billionaire.
- Brazil's federal police formally accused Bolsonaro of sowing doubts about his vaccination records during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to potential criminal charges.
- Bolsonaro emphasized that his government never operated outside the bounds of the constitution and addressed accusations of involvement in manipulating decrees to overturn the 2022 election results.
UK court case launched over Brazil Iron mine project in Bahia: Brazil Iron calls itself a sustainable mining company. Local residents call its project a disaster ...
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The vast ravines swallowing whole neighbourhoods around the world - BBC News: Huge gullies that open up suddenly, swallowing homes and businesses ...
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Author and Kremlin critic: Why does Russia's politics always need a war, Mr. Shishkin?
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Brazil’s Fiscal Woes Ramp Up Pressure on Lula’s Finance Chief: From prison to the presidency, Brazil’s Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has turned to one ally more than ...
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Paid articlePaid Former Ecuador President Correa says party will back security reforms, otherwise oppose Noboa
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LATAM's share of Brazil airline market hits 11-year high as Gol drops: LATAM Airlines' share of Brazil's domestic market reached its highest level in 11 years in ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/latams-share-brazil-airline-market-hits-11-year-high-gol-drops-2024-04-22/
Chile's president says Codelco output to grow; touts investment climate: Chilean President Gabriel Boric told a major copper industry conference on Wednesday he ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/chiles-president-says-codelco-output-grow-touts-investment-climate-2024-04-22/
Quick Glance: Chile's President Foresees Codelco Growth; Emphasizes Investment Environment
- Chilean President Gabriel Boric anticipates slower growth in Codelco production this year and projects 1.7 million tons by 2030.
- Boric highlighted the importance of expedited mining project approvals and equitable distribution of profits.
- He praised Chile's long-term investor security and discussed efforts to enhance lithium production through public-private partnerships.
- Boric mentioned Teck Resources' CEO critiquing Chile's lengthy project approval times but expressing pride in the Quebrada Blanca project.
Nobel Economist Duflo Tells G-20 to Slap Climate Change Tax on Billionaires: Brazil has demanded that wealthy nations spend more to combat global warming. Now ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/nobel-economist-duflo-tells-g-20-to-slap-climate-change-tax-on-billionaires
China’s $700 Billion Offshore Bond Market Put to Test: A Beijing court case may have far reaching implications for international creditors in the country
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-23/china-s-700-billion-offshore-bond-market-put-to-test
Everton grab 2-0 victory over Forest to boost survival hopes: Everton secured three crucial points when they beat relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest 2-0 at ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/everton-grab-2-0-victory-over-forest-boost-survival-hopes-2024-04-21/
Quick Glance: Nottingham Forest Criticizes Refereeing Decisions and Warns of VAR Bias
- Nottingham Forest issued a remarkable statement criticizing the refereeing decisions.
- Following the defeat to Everton, the club raised concerns about potential bias from a VAR official.
- A disputed penalty claim involving Ashley Young sparked controversy and was dismissed.
- Manager Nuno Espirito Santo expressed his disappointment with the refereeing decisions.
Chile’s Amazing National Parks - 30 images of some of the dozens of national parks established by Chile over the past century ... Show more www.theatlantic.com/photo/2024/04/photos-chiles-amazing-national-parks/678166/
Jamal Musiala revealed that Lionel Messi is his GOAT, and listed his top five players of all-time 🐐
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Chile's Antofagasta CEO foresees higher 2024 copper prices, plans growth at home: Growing demand for copper along with supply constrictions could push prices ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/chiles-antofagasta-ceo-foresees-higher-2024-copper-prices-plans-growth-home-2024-04-22/
Alejandra Marisa Rodríguez, a lawyer and journalist has been crowned the winner of Miss Buenos Aires and qualified for the Miss Argentina beauty pageant ... Show more www.indiatimes.com/news/world/60-year-old-alejandra-marisa-rodriguez-qualifies-for-miss-argentina-633055.html
New patrol vessel arrives for GDF: The 115 Defiant monohull patrol vessel, designed and built by US company Metal Shark, has arrived in Guyana to join the Guyana ...
stabroeknews.com/2024/04/21/news/guyana/new-patrol-vessel-arrives-for-gdf/
Orlen scraps Venezuela oil deals after heavy losses - source: Polish oil refiner Orlen has cancelled contracts to buy Venezuelan oil and refined products after ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/polands-orlen-scraps-deals-buy-venezuelan-oil-after-heavy-losses-source-2024-04-23/
Man Charged With Hate Crime After Break-In at Rutgers Islamic Student Center: Jacob Beacher is accused of stealing a Palestinian flag and causing $40 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/nyregion/rutgers-islamic-center-hate-crime.html
Quick Glance: Break-In at Rutgers Islamic Student Center: Accused Man
- During the Eid-al-Fitr holiday at Rutgers University, Jacob Beacher is accused of stealing a Palestinian flag and causing $40,000 in damage to religious artifacts.
- A man from New Jersey was accused after a violent break-in at an Islamic student center at Rutgers University during the Eid-al-Fitr holiday, resulting in theft and damage to religious artifacts.
US indicts 10 over aircraft parts supplied to Venezuela: The U.S. Justice Department on Monday unsealed an indictment charging ten people of conspiracy to evade ...
reuters.com/world/americas/us-indicts-10-over-aircraft-parts-supplied-venezuela-2024-04-22/
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