Texas Flooding is ‘Act of God,’ Says White House Press Secretary

Senator Schumer called for an investigation into whether staffing shortages at NWS stations contributed to the tragedy. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt rejected criticism that the Trump administration’s recent staffing cuts to the National Weather Service (NWS) contributed to the deadly floods in Texas. RELATED: Venezuela Expresses Solidarity with U.S. Amid Devastating Texas and […]

Two Guatemalans Died After Rockfall Caused by Earthquakes

President Arevalo suspended public school classes on Wednesday and ordered remote work for those who are able to do so. On Wednesday, the Guatemalan government confirmed the deaths of two men who were traveling in a vehicle when it was crushed by a giant boulder following a landslide triggered by two earthquakes that struck Tuesday […]

Al-Mawasi. (Archive). Photo: WAFA

Displaced Gazans in Mawasi Face Israeli Attacks

Israel killed 54 Gazans in airstrikes on the Al-Mawasi area, which the Israeli military calls on the Gaza population to evacuate daily, confirmed Zaher al Waheidi, director of the Ministry of Health unit responsible for counting the deceased. RELATED: UNRWA: One Million Children in Gaza Trapped in War, Hunger, and Displacement “Nasser Hospital received 54 […]

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Photo: x/ @@KSAmofaEN

Iranian Foreign Minister and Saudi Crown Prince Discussed Iran-Israel Ceasefire

The Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, met last night in the city of Jeddah with Iran’s Foreign Minister (FM), Abbas Araghchi, and expressed his hope that the ceasefire between Iran and the Israeli regime following the 12-day war will promote stability in the Middle East. RELATED: Iran’s Death Toll from 12-Day War Rises Above […]

El Toque and the informal Cuban currency market: independent media or economic weapon? Photo:EFE.

El Toque: A Digital Platform Influencing Cuba’s Currency Market

Amid Cuba’s economic challenges, the digital platform El Toque has become a controversial actor in the informal currency market. Allegations of U.S. funding and economic destabilization efforts have sparked debate about its role and impact. Related: Cuba Joins BRICS Summit in Brazil: A Proven Step Toward Global South Solidarity and Sovereignty El Toque, founded in […]

Texas flood tragedy spurs probe into National Weather Service staffing cuts under Trump administration.photo:EFE.

Investigation Launched into Weather Service Cuts Amid Deadly Texas Floods and Looming Threats to Five States in the US

As Texas mourns over 100 flood victims, U.S. Senate Democrats demand a probe into National Weather Service staffing cuts under Trump’s administration, raising concerns about preparedness ahead of massive flood threats across five states. Related: Devastating Flash Floods in Texas Hill Country Leave Over 100 Dead, Dozens Missing The catastrophic flash floods that devastated central […]

El Dorado: The Golden Dream That Drove Conquerors and Still Captivates the World

For centuries, explorers scoured the rivers, jungles, and mountains of South America chasing a glittering illusion: El Dorado, the fabled city of gold. But the truth behind the legend is far more layered—and infinitely more human. It all began with a ritual, not a city. Among the Muisca people of the Andean highlands (in what […]

In March of this year, President Maduro closed the Expo Metal 2025 and also launched the Mining and Basic Industries Motor (Photo: CVG Ferrominera Orinoco).

Venezuela Seeks Industrial Takeoff: Projected 11% Growth for 2025

Official figures point to an ambitious goal: an 11% industrial growth for Venezuela in 2025. If realized, this forecast would mark a turning point toward a diversified economy, moving away from dependence on the oil sector, as proposed by the National Executive. According to government sources, consolidating this new economic model requires coordinated and sustained […]

Cairo Telecom Fire Kills Four, Disrupts Communications and Air Traffic

A massive fire that broke out Monday at the 10-story Telecom Egypt building in downtown Cairo has left four employees dead and at least 27 others injured, according to Egyptian authorities. The blaze, which originated in a hall housing telecom operator equipment, quickly spread to other floors, prompting a nationwide disruption of internet and mobile […]

South Africa Pushes Back Against U.S. Tariffs Amid Rising Trade Tensions

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly rejected the unilateral imposition of a 30% tariff on all South African exports to the United States, calling the measure inaccurate and unjustified. The tariff, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on July 7 and set to take effect on August 1, targets South Africa as the only […]

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As Texas mourns over 100 flood victims, U.S. Senate Democrats demand a probe into National Weather Service staffing cuts under Trump’s administration, raising concerns about preparedness ahead of massive flood threats across five states. Related: Devastating Flash Floods in Texas Hill Country Leave Over 100 Dead, Dozens Missing The catastrophic flash floods that devastated central […]

Texas flood tragedy spurs probe into National Weather Service staffing cuts under Trump administration.photo:EFE.

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