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Falklands, First Sitting of the new Legislative Assembly
Published: December 15, 2025 19:44
The Falkland Islands newly elected Legislative Assembly held its first sitting Monday 15th December following the General Election on the 11th of December. At the sitting, all Members swore the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Due Execution of Office,…
Falklands: international observers praise electoral process and civil liberties
Published: December 15, 2025 10:50
For the first time, an international team of observers was present in the Falkland Islands during—and prior to—the general election held on December 11, to monitor the entire electoral process. The delegation consisted of seven members from the…
Bolivian Supreme Court CJ mugged while on vacation in Brazil
Published: December 15, 2025 10:18
Bolivia's Supreme Court (TSJ) Chief Justice Romer Saucedo and his family were robbed on Dec. 6 while vacationing in Guarujá, on the coast of São Paulo, Brazil, it was reported this weekend in La Paz.
Two dead in Rhode Island university shooting
Published: December 15, 2025 10:14
A shooting on the campus of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, on Saturday left at least two people dead and eight seriously injured, reigniting national fears over gun violence at educational institutions.
Surgery recommended for Bolsonaro after ultrasound
Published: December 15, 2025 10:10
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been recommended for surgery after an ultrasound conducted on Sunday confirmed he was suffering from two inguinal hernias, his defense team announced.
Peru declares health alert over H3N2 and measles
Published: December 15, 2025 09:23
Peru's Health Ministry (Minsa) has declared a nationwide Epidemiological Alert (No. 008-2025) as a preventative measure against the potential entry and spread of infectious diseases, including the seasonal Influenza A (H3N2) subclade K variant and measles.
Argentine Air Traffic Controllers announce strikes
Published: December 15, 2025 09:17
The Association of Technicians and Employees of Aeronautical Protection and Security (aTEPSA), the union representing Argentine air traffic controllers, has announced a schedule of national strikes set to disrupt both domestic and international flights in…
Peru grants US troops access next year
Published: December 15, 2025 09:08
Peruvian authorities have officially greenlighted the entry of United States military personnel for the entirety of 2026 to conduct joint training, support, and security assistance exercises with local armed and police forces, it was announced this weekend…
Kast's win marks return of rightwing gov't to Chile
Published: December 15, 2025 08:57
Rightwing candidate José Antonio Kast has been elected the next President of Chile, securing an overwhelming victory in Sunday's runoff with nearly 59% of the vote against the Communist Jeannete Jara's leftwing coalition's 41%.
Falkland Islands’ newly elected lawmakers sworn in after landmark election
Published: December 13, 2025 09:43
The newly elected members of the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly (MLAs) were formally sworn in on Friday during a ceremony at Government House, marking the start of a new four-year legislative term following a highly disruptive general election.
Chile headed for pivotal runoff elections
Published: December 13, 2025 09:34
Chileans head to the polls on Sunday to elect their next president in a high-stakes runoff that pits the governing leftist coalition against the hard-right opposition. The election is highly polarized and will determine the direction of the country amid…
Alckmin says France wants to delay EU-Mercosur FTA
Published: December 13, 2025 09:31
Brazil's Vice President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services, Geraldo Alckmin, stated on Friday that France was attempting to delay the signing of the long-negotiated Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the European Union (EU) and the…
Five-month preemptive arrest for former Bolivian President Arce
Published: December 13, 2025 09:19
Former Bolivian President Luis Arce Catacora has been placed under preemptive arrest at the San Pedro detention facility in La Paz for five months, pending a corruption inquiry regarding the mismanagement of funds intended for indigenous projects when he…
Uruguayan President vaccinated against measles
Published: December 13, 2025 09:07
Uruguayan President YamandĂş Orsi and several members of his cabinet received the measles vaccine at the Executive Tower on Friday, underscoring the government's push for immunization following a regional health alert and a small domestic outbreak.
First case of super flu K confirmed in Mexico
Published: December 13, 2025 08:56
Mexico's Health Ministry confirmed late Friday the country's first human case of the Influenza A H3N2 subclade K variant, a strain commonly referred to in the media as "super flu K." The case was detected by the National Institute of Respiratory Diseases…
Paraguay's economy projected to grow this year above expectations
Published: December 13, 2025 08:50
Paraguay's Central Bank (BCP) significantly revised its economic forecast this week, estimating that the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will expand by 6% by the end of 2025, a sharp increase from the initial 3.8% projection.
Are the UK and Argentina discussing easing Falklands-era weapons ban?
Published: December 12, 2025 22:54
According to an interview of Argentine President Javier Milei published by The Telegraph this week, the South American country and the United Kingdom are in talks to lift the weapons ban in place since the 1982 Falklands/Malvinas War.
De Moraes and wife exit Magnitsky Act list
Published: December 12, 2025 22:26
Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) Justice Alexandre De Moraes and his wife -lawyer Viviane Barci de Moraes- have been removed from the list of individuals sanctioned under the Magnitsky Act, it was announced in Washington on Friday. In addition, the…
Falklands Election: Renewed Legislative; oath ceremony at Government House
Published: December 12, 2025 10:59
As anticipated, close to 11:00pm Thursday 11 December, the results of the Falkland Islands general election were announced by the Returning Officer Dr. Andrea Clausen, and the integration of the new Legislative Assembly for the next four years was…
Argentina rejects UK and Israeli oil plans for Malvinas
Published: December 12, 2025 10:50
Argentina's Foreign Ministry on Thursday issued a vigorous rejection of a reported "Final Investment Decision" by British company Rockhopper Exploration Plc and Israel's Navitas Petroleum Development and Production Limited regarding the "Sea Lion" oil…
ECLAC suggests deeper ties with India
Published: December 12, 2025 10:11
Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) should strengthen and expand its economic and cooperation relationship with India to revitalize regional economic growth and enhance development, according to authorities convened at an international seminar hosted by…
Messi lands in India for fan tour, including 21-meter statue unveiling
Published: December 12, 2025 10:08
Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi has landed in India for his highly anticipated three-day, four-city tour that has ignited widespread fan frenzy.
Massive police deployment targets Comando Vermelho leaders in Rio favela
Published: December 12, 2025 10:05
Around 1,000 police officers from the Military and Civil Police forces of Rio de Janeiro were deployed on Thursday in the Complejo do Salgueiro favelas in São Gonçalo to chase leaders of the Comando Vermelho (CV), one of Brazil's largest and most…
Severe storms cause havoc in SĂŁo Paulo
Published: December 12, 2025 10:00
Millions were left without power, and air traffic around the airports of Congonhas and Guarulhos became chaotic after a massive blackout hit SĂŁo Paulo for more than 24 hours following a severe extratropical cyclone that swept through the metropolitan area.
Nearly half of Latin America hit by informality, ILO warns
Published: December 12, 2025 09:24
The International Labour Organization (ILO) warned Thursday that informality continues to affect almost one out of every two workers in Latin America and the Caribbean, reporting a regional average of 47% in 2025.
US helped Machado escape Venezuela
Published: December 11, 2025 22:48
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate MarĂa Corina Machado confirmed on Thursday that she received assistance from the United States in her secret departure from the South American country after more than a year in hiding.
Argentina's inflation reaches 2.5% in November
Published: December 11, 2025 22:22
Argentina's Consumer Price Index (CPI) accelerated in November, reaching 2.5% for the month, according to data released on Thursday by the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses (Indec).
Argentina issues first dollar-denominated bonds in years
Published: December 11, 2025 10:28
The Argentine Government of President Javier Milei returned to foreign debt markets, raising US$1 billion to cover impending maturities, it was reported Thursday in Buenos Aires. The Economy Ministry auctioned the new BONAR 2029N bond.
FIG Notes Final Investment Decisions for Sea Lion Development Program
Published: December 11, 2025 10:28
The Falkland Islands Government notes that Navitas Petroleum Development and Production Ltd and Rockhopper Exploration Plc have taken their Final Investment Decisions to invest in the Development Program for the Northern Area of the Sea Lion Field.
First step for “Falkland Islands as an oil and gas producing region,” BOR Petroleum
Published: December 11, 2025 10:24
Borders & Southern Petroleum plc (AIM:BOR) said that the Navitas/Rockhopper on its final investment decision (FID) for the Sea Lion development project represents the first step toward establishing the Falkland Islands as an oil and gas producing region.
Machado finally makes it to Oslo
Published: December 11, 2025 10:21
Venezuelan opposition leader MarĂa Corina Machado finally made it to Oslo, albeit not in time to attend the ceremony where she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, her daughter Ana Corina Sosa Machado taking her place.
Petro suggests Maduro moves on to "transitional government"
Published: December 11, 2025 10:14
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has intensified diplomatic pressure on his Venezuelan counterpart, Nicolás Maduro, calling for a "general amnesty" and the formation of a "transitional government with the inclusion of all" to resolve Venezuela’s…
US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan shores
Published: December 11, 2025 10:11
The United States seized a large oil tanker in international waters off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday in a high-stakes maritime operation, marking a significant escalation in the pressure campaign against the Bolivarian regime of Nicolás Maduro.
Brazil: Selic rate kept at 15% for the fourth consecutive time
Published: December 11, 2025 10:00
The Monetary Policy Committee (Copom) of Brazil's Central Bank (BCB) unanimously decided on Wednesday to keep the economy's base interest rate known as Selic at 15% per annum, in accordiance with market expectations, given the current declining inflation…
Brazilian-American tapped as next CEO of main soft drink company next year
Published: December 11, 2025 08:41
The Coca-Cola Company announced on Wednesday that Brazilian-American executive Henrique Braun will take over as the company's next Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective March 31, 2026.
Former Bolivian President Arce arrested in corruption probe
Published: December 10, 2025 22:59
Former Bolivian President Luis Arce Catacora was arrested in La Paz on Wednesday afternoon in connection with a major corruption case involving the now-defunct Indigenous Peoples Development Fund (Fondioc).
Machado's daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize
Published: December 10, 2025 22:03
The daughter of Venezuelan opposition leader MarĂa Corina Machado accepted the Nobel Peace Prize on her mother's behalf, delivering a speech against "state terrorism" in their country under Nicolás Maduro.
Scientists to research life in extreme cold seeps of the Argentine coast with MV Falkor
Published: December 10, 2025 19:28
A team from the US based Schmidt Ocean Institute and its research vessel MV Falkor together with scientists from Argentina will undertake the first and most comprehensive visually guided study of Argentina’s cold seeps, beginning 14th December until 10…
FAO Food Price Index declines in November for third consecutive month
Published: December 10, 2025 19:21
World food commodity prices declined in November, led by lower international quotations for all major staple foods except cereals, according to the benchmark measure released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
Machado unable to attend Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo
Published: December 10, 2025 10:55
Venezuelan opposition leader MarĂa Corina Machado will not be present at the Nobel Peace Prize award ceremony at Oslo's City Hall on Wednesday, the event's organizers confirmed.
Coincidences and differences noted in Chile's last debate before runoff
Published: December 10, 2025 10:55
The last presidential debate ahead of Sunday's runoff in Chile between the far-left candidate Jeanette Jara and the ultraconservative José Antonio left mixed feelings Tuesday evening in Santiago as the country prepares for a continuation of Gabriel Boric…
Honduran crisis deepens as elections remain undecided
Published: December 10, 2025 10:23
Honduran President Xiomara Castro has escalated the political crisis surrounding the undecided November 30 presidential election, condemning what she termed "interference" by US President Donald Trump and claiming an "electoral coup" was underway.
Argentina: Mendoza Province Senate approves copper mining project amid intense protests
Published: December 10, 2025 10:18
The Mendoza Provincial Senate has given final approval to the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the controversial PSJ Cobre Mendocino mining project, with 29 votes in favor, 6 against, and 1 abstention. The decision was reached despite massive…
PAHO urges region to prepare for Northern Hemisphere respiratory virus surge
Published: December 10, 2025 10:08
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued an epidemiological alert, urging countries in the Americas to adjust their preparedness in anticipation of the upcoming winter season in the Northern Hemisphere. The alert highlights the imminent…
Falklands, Additional Voting Opportunity, Returning Officer
Published: December 10, 2025 00:00
The Falkland Islands Government would like to inform voters of an additional opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of the General Election on Thursday 11 December.
Falklands, Sunday 14 December airbridge flight with 84 seats for civilian passengers
Published: December 9, 2025 23:57
Following the cancellation of the UK Ministry of Defense (MOD) airbridge flight on Sunday night, the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) had been advised by MoD that all of the passengers impacted would be rebooked for Wednesday night’s southbound flight.
HMS Lancaster, once on South Atlantic Patrol, ends 34 years of exceptional service
Published: December 9, 2025 23:49
HMS Lancaster, at times on South Atlantic patrol and visiting the Falkland Islands, has ended in Bahrein the busiest and longest careers of any major British warship.
Falklands War iconic Yomper statue recovered with donations
Published: December 9, 2025 23:43
The campaign to preserve the Yomper statue, a tribute to the British forces that yomped across East Falkland, during the Falkland Islands war in 1982, has raised more than £16.000, exceeding its £9,000 target.
Argentine FA, 17 clubs raided in money laundering probe
Published: December 9, 2025 22:45
Some 35 simultaneous raids were carried out on Tuesday, targeting Argentine Football Association (AFA) and 17 club facilities as authorities searched for evidence in a money laundering probe, which involves a financier closely tied to AFA President Claudio…
Killer sea sponge in deep Antarctic waters traps and devours live species
Published: December 9, 2025 22:25
A team from The Nippon Foundation’s Nekton Ocean Census worked with Schmidt Ocean Institute’s ship Falkor to reach far beneath Antarctic waters, where they found/discovered and recovered, with the help of a robot submarine, a raft of sea bed species
Falklands Police risk prevention Operation Comet for the festive period
Published: December 9, 2025 22:20
The Royal Falkland Islands Police launch Operation Comet, which will run throughout the entire festive period until 1 January 2026. This annual initiative targets one of the highest-risk times of the year, when incidents involving drink-driving…
Southern Brazil hit by extratropical cyclone
Published: December 9, 2025 21:58
Heavy rainfall triggered by an extratropical cyclone battering Southern Brazil caused widespread flooding on Tuesday, turning streets into rivers and hillsides into waterfalls across Florianópolis, São José, Palhoça, and Biguaçu.
Mystery over MarĂa Corina Machado’s whereabouts deepens hours before Nobel Peace Prize ceremony
Published: December 9, 2025 19:03
Uncertainty surrounding Venezuelan opposition leader MarĂa Corina Machado intensified on Tuesday after the Norwegian Nobel Institute abruptly canceled the press conference where the Peace Prize laureate was expected to make her first public appearance in…
Ecuador: Former President LenĂn Moreno to face trial for bribery
Published: December 9, 2025 10:29
Former Ecuadorean President LenĂn Moreno (2017-2021) has been ordered to stand trial on bribery charges in the high-profile Sinohydro Case regarding his alleged corruption deeds tied to the construction of the country's largest hydroelectric plant while…
Sweden closing Embassy in Bolivia
Published: December 9, 2025 10:27
Swedish Ambassador to Bolivia Johanna Teague announced Monday that her country was downsizing its mission in Bolivia, leading to the closure of the diplomatic mission in La Paz by the end of 2026.
Fifth Kenyan Police group arrives in Haiti
Published: December 9, 2025 10:22
A new contingent of 230 "highly specialized" Kenyan police officers landed at Toussaint Louverture International Airport on Monday, to reinforce the newly established Gang Suppression Force (GSF) in its fight against heavily armed groups.
Argentine retail sales plunge amid wage crisis
Published: December 9, 2025 10:17
Retail sales by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Argentina continued their negative trend in November, recording a sharp decline of 9.1% compared to October and a year-on-year drop of 4.1%, according to the Argentine Confederation of…
Machado traveling to Oslo for Nobel Prize ceremony
Published: December 8, 2025 20:51
Venezuelan opposition leader MarĂa Corina Machado has confirmed she will be traveling to Oslo to receive her Nobel Peace Prize on Dec. 10, according to newswires circulating during the weekend, which gave no further details about the arrangements, citing…
New strain of mpox detected in UK
Published: December 8, 2025 20:16
According to reports from the United Kingdom dated Monday, health officials in the country have identified a new, genetically recombinant variant of mpox (monkeypox) in an individual who recently traveled back from Asia, prompting immediate analysis by the…