Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González declared on Monday that his campaign possesses evidence proving his victory in the recent presidential election, despite authorities announcing President Nicolás Maduro as the winner. González and opposition leader...
Venezuelan Opposition Claims Proof of Victory Over President Maduro in Disputed Election
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Venezuela’s Opposition Bets Maduro Has Miscalculated This Time
Venezuela’s opposition leader María Corina Machado has faced numerous obstacles in her campaign to unseat long-ruling authoritarian president Nicolás Maduro. The latest challenge involved indigenous protesters blocking the highway to Maracaibo, where Machado's...
President Maduro Seeks Support from Pentecostal Churches for Venezuelan Elections
As Venezuela heads to the polls on Sunday for presidential elections, President Nicolás Maduro is turning to an unlikely ally: the Pentecostal churches. While Pentecostal congregations across Latin America often support right-wing politicians, in Venezuela, the...
Brazilian Sharks Test Positive for Cocaine in Landmark Study
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – In a groundbreaking study, scientists from the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation have discovered cocaine in the tissues of sharks living off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. This marks the first time that the drug has been detected in free-ranging sharks,...
Trinidad Court Upholds ConocoPhillips’ $1.33 Billion Claim Against Venezuela
Trinidad and Tobago's High Court reaffirmed its decision on Thursday to recognize U.S. oil producer ConocoPhillips' arbitration claim against Venezuela. This ruling allows ConocoPhillips to potentially freeze payments to Venezuela from joint natural gas projects,...
Venezuelan Farmers Boost Rice and Corn Production with Buyer-Funded Loans
Venezuelan farmers like Roberto Latini are experiencing a resurgence in rice and corn production, thanks to loans of fertilizers and seeds from agricultural guilds. Latini, who farms over 300 hectares in Portuguesa, attributes his ability to plant this season's crops...
Uncontacted Indigenous People Sighted in Peru Near Logging Concessions
Lima, Peru – A significant sighting of the uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe has been reported near the banks of the Las Piedras River in Peru, an area where logging companies have established concessions. The images, released on Tuesday by the indigenous rights...
Fair Election in Venezuela Could Impact Millions of Migrants and Biden’s Presidency
A significant election in Venezuela this month could alter the lives of millions of migrants and influence U.S. President Joe Biden's administration. For the first time in a decade, an opposition candidate, Edmundo Gonzalez, is posing a credible challenge to Nicolas...
Maduro Rival Vows Inclusive Governance Ahead of Venezuelan Election
Edmundo González Urrutia, a retired diplomat, is leading the polls in Venezuela’s upcoming presidential election on July 28, promising a government for all citizens, including supporters of incumbent Nicolás Maduro. Despite never having run for office, González has...
Venezuelan Presidential Ballot Raises Concerns with Maduro’s 13-Time Appearance
In Venezuela's upcoming presidential election on July 28, incumbent Nicolás Maduro appears on the ballot 13 times, representing multiple political groups, making his image the most prominent among the 38 photos of candidates. The ballot's layout features Maduro in the...
Maduro Played Leading Role in Venezuelan Drug Cartel, Indictment Reveals
A newly unsealed federal indictment reveals that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro played a significant role in the operations of the Cartel de Los Soles, far beyond previous estimates. The indictment, presented in a New York federal court, details Maduro's rise...
Venezuelan Opposition Rallies Echo with Cries for Freedom Ahead of Pivotal Election
The chant "Freedom!" resonates deeply with millions of Venezuelans in 2024. At opposition rallies, it is shouted with tears, anger, and hopeful smiles. Holding Venezuelan flags, their children, or wearing political T-shirts, these cries for “libertad” highlight the...
Rising Intolerance in Argentina Under Milei’s Government: A Tragic Attack on LGBTQ Community
In a nation once hailed as a leader in LGBTQ rights, Argentina is grappling with a shocking hate crime that underscores a disturbing rise in intolerance. On May 6, four lesbian women—Pamela Fabiana Cobas, Mercedes Roxana Figueroa, Andrea Amarante, and Sofía Castro...
Uruguay Triumphs Over Brazil And Will Face Off Against Colombia In Copa America Semi-Finals
In a gripping encounter that culminated in a dramatic penalty shootout, Uruguay advanced to the Copa America semi-finals with a 4-2 victory over Brazil on penalties. The match, held on Saturday, ended 0-0 after regular time despite featuring a tournament-high 41 fouls...
Mexico Evacuates Sea Turtle Eggs as Hurricane Beryl Approaches Yucatan Peninsula
In an unprecedented move, the Mexican government began evacuating sea turtle eggs from beaches on Wednesday ahead of Hurricane Beryl's approach. The storm, currently off the coast of Jamaica, is expected to make landfall south of Cancun by late Thursday or early...
Bolivian President Survives Coup Attempt, Urges Respect for Democracy
Bolivian President Luis Arce has announced the appointment of three new military chiefs following an attempted coup. The coup saw military units using armored vehicles to breach the doors of Bolivia's government palace, leading to the arrest of the allegedly...
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Thousands of Colombians Protest Against Petro’s Reforms
This Saturday, thousands of Colombians took to the streets of Bogotá and 17 other cities across the country to express their opposition to the reforms proposed by President Gustavo Petro. The day of protest, organized by social organizations and opposition parties,...
Haiti and the Dominican Republic Begin Dialogue Amid Tensions
Haiti has taken an initial step toward dialogue with the Dominican Republic in an effort to improve strained bilateral relations. Jean-Victor Harvel, Haiti's new Foreign Minister, held a meeting with Dominican Ambassador to Haiti, Faruk Miguel Castillo, in the Haitian...
Inferno in Manila’s Isla Puting Bato Displaces Thousands
A massive fire engulfed Isla Puting Bato, a crowded shanty town in Tondo, Manila, on Sunday, leaving nearly 8,000 people homeless and destroying over 1,000 stilt houses. The fire began around 8 a.m. and raged for almost eight hours before being declared under control...
Netanyahu Faces Arrest Following ICC Warrant for Alleged War Crimes
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The charges stem from alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during Israel’s military operations in Gaza...
Methanol Poisoning Tragedy in Laos Shakes Tourism Industry
Vang Vieng, Laos, a renowned destination for backpackers, has been plunged into crisis following a suspected methanol poisoning incident that has claimed the lives of six tourists from four countries. Authorities are investigating after travelers consumed contaminated...