Tens of thousands of Colombians flooded the streets of several cities to voice their opposition to President Gustavo Petro's proposed social reform agenda, marking one of the largest demonstrations against his government since he took office in 2022. The protests,...
Massive Protests Erupt Across Colombia Against President Petro’s Reforms.
Ecuador’s President Seeks Approval for Security Measures in Sunday Referendum
President Daniel Noboa of Ecuador is rallying for public support in a national referendum slated for Sunday, focusing on a series of security measures amidst a surge in violence gripping the nation. The urgency of the situation was underscored by the tragic death of a...
US Sanctions Freeze PDVSA’s Plans in Colombia
PDVSA's plans to collaborate with Colombia in gas supply have been frozen due to the recent sanctions imposed by the United States on Venezuela. Confidential letters reveal that the Venezuelan government had already approved funds to operate a gas pipeline and sign...
Indigenous Resistance Mounts Against Petrobras’ Amazon Oil Drilling Plans.
Brazil's ambitions to tap into the vast oil reserves off its northern coast face a formidable challenge as Indigenous groups fiercely oppose Petrobras' push to drill in the ecologically fragile Amazon region. Despite environmental concerns and Indigenous rights...
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Ukraine Strikes Russian Arsenal with U.S.-Made ATACMS Missiles: A Turning Point in the Conflict?
In a dramatic escalation of the war in Ukraine, Kyiv has fired U.S.-made ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile Systems) missiles into Russian territory for the first time. This bold move marks a significant shift in Ukraine's military strategy and introduces longer-range...
Dutch Government Releases Decision on Transparency in Natalee Holloway Case
The Dutch Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations (BZK) has issued a comprehensive decision in response to a WOO (Open Government Act) request regarding the high-profile disappearance of American student Natalee Holloway in Aruba in 2005. The ruling sheds light...
Trump Names Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education Nominee
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon to serve as Secretary of Education, citing her leadership skills and extensive experience in business and public administration. McMahon, co-founder of WWE, previously served as Administrator of the Small...
Dutch Caribbean Airports Unite to Reduce Passenger Fees for Inter-Island Flights
ARUBA – November 19, 2024 In a groundbreaking move to boost regional connectivity and make air travel more accessible, the Dutch Caribbean Cooperation of Airports (DCCA) has announced a significant reduction in Passenger Facility Charges (PFC) for flights between the...
Undersea Internet Cables Severed in Baltic Sea: Investigations Underway Amid Suspicions of Sabotage
Two critical undersea internet cables in the Baltic Sea were severed over the weekend, sparking fresh concerns about potential sabotage and escalating tensions in the region. Telecommunications companies confirmed disruptions to key fiber optic connections linking...