Under mounting pressure from the United States, Panama has announced it will end a critical development deal with China, marking a significant shift in its foreign policy. The decision came after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit and growing complaints from...
Panama Buckles Under U.S. Pressure, Ends Key Canal Deal with China
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Is Nicolás Maduro Planning an Exit? Speculation Grows Amid U.S.-Venezuela Talks
Recent diplomatic developments between the United States and Venezuela have sparked speculation about President Nicolás Maduro’s political future. On Friday, U.S. envoy Richard Grenell met with Maduro in Caracas, leading to the release of six American detainees. The...
Panama Faces Economic Uncertainty Amid Potential U.S. Sanctions
Panama could soon find itself in a precarious economic situation if the United States decides to implement sanctions or economic restrictions. Given Panama’s heavy reliance on U.S. trade, finance, and international banking, any form of pressure from Washington could...
Deportation of 600,000 Venezuelans: A Humanitarian Crisis in the Making
The Trump administration’s decision to revoke deportation protections for 600,000 Venezuelans has raised alarms among human rights organizations, immigrant advocacy groups, and political leaders. This move leaves thousands of Venezuelan migrants in the U.S. vulnerable...
Fatal Aviation Catastrophe: American Airlines Flight Crashes After Midair Impact with Black Hawk Helicopter
A midair collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Washington, D.C., has resulted in a major aviation disaster, with dozens feared dead. The accident occurred on January 29, 2025, as PSA Airlines Flight 5342,...
Google Maps to Rename Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America in the U.S.
Google Maps has announced it will rename the "Gulf of Mexico" to the "Gulf of America" for users in the United States. The decision comes in response to an executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025. The order, titled "Restoring Names...
U.S. Military Aircraft Deports Migrants to Guatemala Amid Immigration Crackdown
In a significant escalation of immigration enforcement, a U.S. military aircraft transported 64 deported migrants to Guatemala on Monday. This marks one of the first instances of the United States utilizing military resources for deportation operations, signaling a...
Petro Bows Under Pressure from Trump
The rhetoric of Colombian President Gustavo Petro and his refusal to allow U.S. military planes transporting deported migrants to land in Colombia initially seemed like a defiant stance for dignity and national sovereignty. However, under the weight of harsh economic...
US Freezes Foreign Aid: $63 Billions at Stake Amid Policy Review
The United States, long considered a leading global benefactor, has made a significant shift in its approach to foreign aid. In Fiscal Year (FY) 2023, the U.S. allocated approximately $63 billion to foreign assistance programs, accounting for around 1% of the federal...
Humanitarian Crisis in Catatumbo Region: Violence and Displacement
The Catatumbo region in Norte de Santander, Colombia, is in the grip of a severe humanitarian crisis caused by violent clashes between the National Liberation Army (ELN) and dissident factions of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). This escalating...
OAS Secretary Defends Panama Following Donald Trump’s Criticisms
The Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Luis Almagro, came to Panama's defense after critical remarks made by Donald Trump during his inaugural address as the 47th President of the United States. Trump, who assumed office on Monday,...
Opposition Leader María Corina Machado Rejects New Elections in Venezuela
Amid political uncertainty in Venezuela, opposition leader María Corina Machado has announced her decision not to participate in upcoming elections until what she calls the "sovereign mandate" of July 28 is respected. Machado insists that Edmundo González Urrutia was...
Los Angeles Firefighters Brace for Renewed Winds Amid Ongoing Wildfire Crisis
Exhausted firefighters in Los Angeles are preparing for another battle against strong winds expected to reach up to 80 mph starting Monday, as California continues to face devastating wildfires. The blazes, which have claimed at least 27 lives and scorched nearly...
TikTok Ban: Service Restored After Trump Vows to Delay Ban
In a dramatic turn of events, TikTok announced that it is working to restore service in the United States following a pledge by President Trump to delay the enforcement of a nationwide ban. The popular social media platform had gone dark on Saturday, just hours before...
Racing Against Time: Migrants Push for the US Border Before Trump Takes Office
As the US presidential inauguration approaches, thousands of migrants journeying to the US-Mexico border face mounting challenges and uncertainty. Among them is Altagracia, a 39-year-old Honduran woman who fled her home in October after gang violence claimed the lives...
Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc: Thousands of Flights Canceled or Delayed
A powerful winter storm swept across much of the U.S. on Monday, causing widespread travel disruptions. Heavy snow and ice led to the cancellation of 1,846 flights and delayed over 4,300 more by early afternoon, according to FlightAware, a flight-tracking service....
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Three Promotions in Three Years: Wrexham’s Incredible Climb
WREXHAM, Wales — Wrexham AFC, the club made famous by Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, has achieved a historic third consecutive promotion, putting them just one tier away from the Premier League. Following a 3-0 victory over Charlton Athletic at...
Cinco de Mayo 2025: Garcia, Inoue, Canelo, Haney, Lopez Headline Historic Weekend
This Cinco de Mayo weekend promises to deliver one of the most electrifying stretches in recent boxing memory. From Friday through Sunday, fight fans will be treated to three consecutive nights of action featuring some of the sport’s brightest stars — and in some of...
“At Risk If Returned”: Cubans Detained by ICE Decades After Deportation Orders
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has recently begun arresting Cuban nationals who have lived in the United States for decades under old, previously unenforced deportation orders dating back to the 1980s. The new arrests have sparked fear among Cuban...
Google Confirms It Paid Samsung to Preinstall Gemini AI Assistant
In a surprising revelation during a recent court testimony, Google’s vice president of platforms and device partnerships admitted that the company paid Samsung a significant sum to preinstall its new AI assistant, Gemini, on Samsung smartphones. The disclosure has...
Shein Raises U.S. Prices as Trade Tensions With China Grow
Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein has increased prices for American consumers, responding to looming import tariffs that will soon apply to small package shipments from China. A recent investigation by Bloomberg revealed that many products—including dresses, toys, and...