Mexico’s Moles Rescue Earthquake Survivors Through Popular Solidarity
From the ruins of the 1985 Mexico City earthquake to the crises of 2026, the Moles volunteers prove that civilian aid exceeds state intervention. The Moles (Los Topos) emerged from the grassroots rescue brigades formed in the aftermath of Mexico City’s devastating 1985 earthquake. What began as an improvised civilian response eventually developed into specialized […]
Peru Declares State of Emergency in 607 Districts Over Potential El Niño Drought
The 60-day emergency declaration covers 16 Andean and Amazonian regions. On Thursday, the Peruvian government declared a 60-day state of emergency in 607 districts across 16 Andean and Amazonian regions due to the potential drought that El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) could cause. RELATED: WFP Warns El Niño Will Push 49 Million Into Acute Hunger The […]
ALBA-TCP Commemorates and Reaffirms the Enduring Relevance of Fidel Castro’s Anti-imperialist Legacy
The ALBA-TCP commemorated Fidel Castro's centenary with a statement praising his anti-imperialist legacy and his role as co-founder of the bloc alongside Hugo Chávez, in a context marked by the tightening of the US blockade against Cuba.
Panama Examines Costa Rica’s Proposal Before the World Trade Organization
Panama is technically evaluating a proposal from Costa Rica that includes a memorandum of understanding and a WTO arbitration to resolve a trade dispute that has been ongoing since 2019.
UN Experts Demand Gender Apartheid Be Classified as a Crime Against Humanity
UN human rights experts called for "gender apartheid" to be classified as a crime against humanity in Afghanistan, where a new Code of Criminal Procedure has institutionalized systematic discrimination against women and girls.
U.S. Secret Service Activates Covert Plan After Portable Missile Threat in Turkey
A credible threat of a portable missile attack forced the US Secret Service to execute a covert plan to change President Donald Trump's plane after the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey.
The Great Mission Return to the Homeland Brings 192 Venezuelans Back
This program aims to reintegrate the migrant population into the country’s productive and educationa processes. On Wednesday, 192 Venezuelans returned to their country on a flight that landed at Jose Antonio Anzoategui Airport, located in the city of Barcelona. RELATED: Venezuelan Government and Opposition Begin Dialogue Cycle with Agreements on TSJ Reform and Asset Recovery […]
Fidel Castro’s Selected Works Presented in Havana
The "Selected Works" of Fidel Castro Ruz, a 23-volume collection printed in Vietnam, was presented in Havana during the Commander's centenary as an editorial project that seeks to preserve his ideological legacy and build a bridge between generations.
Brazil’s Lula and Rousseff Pay Tribute to Fidel Castro on His Centennial
They recalled his role in strengthening ties between Brazil and Cuba. This week, during the International Colloquium “Fidel Castro Ruz: Thought and Work” held in Havana, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva sent a message of gratitude to Cuba on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the birth of the historic Latin American […]
Fidel Castro Honored in China on the 100th Anniversary of His Birth
His birthday is being commemorated around the world with events honoring his lifelong struggle for justice for all humanity. The Jintai Art Museum in the Chinese capital hosted a ceremony this Thursday, August 13, marking the 100th anniversary of Fidel Castro’s birth. Organized by the Cuban Embassy in China, the event brought together government representatives, […]
Sport
Show allThe Mexican government announced that it will provide financial incentives for the 407 medals obtained at the Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games.
The National Basketball Association (NBA) officially released this Tuesday the schedule for the 2026-2027 season, headlined by LeBron James making his debut with the Philadelphia 76ers in October. The prestigious U.S. basketball league confirmed that the regular season will tip off on October 20. The opening night will feature a highly anticipated clash between the […]
Olympic champion Angelina Melnikova will lead the Russian women's artistic gymnastics team at the European Championships in Zagreb following Croatia's last-minute reversal of her visa ban, amidst a situation marked by an administrative dispute and neutrality protocols.
A consortium led by Amit Bhatia and including Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin is negotiating the purchase of more than 30% of Liverpool FC, in a deal that values the club at around 5.19 billion euros and could lead to a complete takeover of the entity.
Mexico finished atop the overall medal standings of the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026, which concluded Saturday in the Dominican capital, after securing 407 total medals, including 167 gold, 125 silver, and 115 bronze. Colombia placed second in the final leaderboard with 266 medals, while Cuba took third with 155. RELATED: Panama […]
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Latin America and The Caribbean
Show allThe ALBA-TCP commemorated Fidel Castro's centenary with a statement praising his anti-imperialist legacy and his role as co-founder of the bloc alongside Hugo Chávez, in a context marked by the tightening of the US blockade against Cuba.
Domestic activities continue to expand despite the impact of June earthquakes. This week, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) presented its Macroeconomic Report on Venezuela for the first half of 2026. RELATED: The Great Mission Return to the Homeland Brings 192 Venezuelans Back The study estimates that the gross domestic product (GDP) of this South […]
De la Espriella did not allow Mexican army rescuers to enter, but he did authorize the entry of teams from U.S., Israel, Ecuador, and El Salvador. On Thursday, the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) provided new figures on the effects of the earthquake that struck Colombia on Aug. 10, leaving 273 people dead, […]
The 60-day emergency declaration covers 16 Andean and Amazonian regions. On Thursday, the Peruvian government declared a 60-day state of emergency in 607 districts across 16 Andean and Amazonian regions due to the potential drought that El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) could cause. RELATED: WFP Warns El Niño Will Push 49 Million Into Acute Hunger The […]
This program aims to reintegrate the migrant population into the country’s productive and educationa processes. On Wednesday, 192 Venezuelans returned to their country on a flight that landed at Jose Antonio Anzoategui Airport, located in the city of Barcelona. RELATED: Venezuelan Government and Opposition Begin Dialogue Cycle with Agreements on TSJ Reform and Asset Recovery […]
World
Show allPanama is technically evaluating a proposal from Costa Rica that includes a memorandum of understanding and a WTO arbitration to resolve a trade dispute that has been ongoing since 2019.
They condemned the planned purchase of CTG-5 gloves, which use electrical pulses to cause pain upon contact with the skin. On Thursday, U.S. Democratic lawmakers and migrant advocates rejected the allocation of US$20 million to purchase electric-shock gloves for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. RELATED: New Jersey Investigates GEO Group After 3 Immigrant Deaths […]
UN human rights experts called for "gender apartheid" to be classified as a crime against humanity in Afghanistan, where a new Code of Criminal Procedure has institutionalized systematic discrimination against women and girls.
A credible threat of a portable missile attack forced the US Secret Service to execute a covert plan to change President Donald Trump's plane after the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey.
She will depart at the end of August to become one of Trump’s top outside advisers. On Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her position at the end of this month and become his outside adviser. RELATED: Trump, Netanyahu Hold White House Talks Amid Protests “Our […]
Technology
Show allTheir study provides a new platform to advance treatments for childhood heart diseases. On Wednesday, the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) released a study showing that Australian scientists produced lab-grown heart valve tissues that closely resemble those in the human body. RELATED: Cuban Sciences Academy Awards Prize for Regenerative Medicine Research Published in Cell Stem […]
The Aug. 12 eclipse will be visible from Spain, Greenland, Iceland, the Atlantic Ocean, Siberia, and Portugal. On Tuesday, about 30 researchers from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Exploratorium in San Francisco were stationed in Villalibado, a village in the province of Burgos in northern Spain, to observe the solar eclipse. […]
Ecuadorian scientists discovered three species of tiny land snails of the genus *Habeastrum* in caves and forests of the Ecuadorian Amazon.
Meta CEO Defends Broadly Distributed Superintelligence and Says It Could Create More Jobs. On Monday, Meta Director Mark Zuckerberg published a manifesto in which he argues that the biggest risk of artificial intelligence (AI) is that a single entity or government has too much control over the technology. RELATED: The New Papal Encyclical Exposes The […]
The tool doesn’t generate isolated words, but rather coherent systems of linguistic rules. U.S. researcher Morris Alper developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model called ConlangCrafter, capable of creating complete languages with grammatical rules and coherent sentences, applicable to linguistic research and cultural production. RELATED: UK Warns of Deceptive Behavior in AI Models Mythos 5 and […]
Culture
Show allThe writer Vicente Quirarte Castañeda, poet, chronicler, and essayist, has died. Various cultural and academic organizations have expressed their condolences, praising his work and fundamental role in Mexican literature.
His contribution was fundamental to the professionalization of independent theater in Paraguay. On Wednesday, Paraguayan actor and playwright Tito Jara Roman, a leading figure in independent theater, passed away at the age of 92 RELATED: More Than a Garment: The Enduring Legacy of Paraguay’s 60-Stripe Poncho Jara founded the Asuncion Experimental Theater (TEA), a key […]
President Sheinbaum reiterated her intention to prevent children from being exposed to “endless scrolling” and addictive practices. On Tuesday, the organization Mexicanos Primero endorsed the Mexican government’s initiative to open a national debate on the impact of digital platforms and regulate their content aimed at Mexican children. RELATED: 5 Key Points on Mexico Teachers’ Dialogue […]
She Was a Beloved Figure of Cuban Stage and Screen for More Than Six Decades. On Monday, popular Cuban television, film, radio and theater actress Paula Ali died in Havana at the age of 90, according to the National Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba (UNEAC). RELATED: Cuba Works to Recover Electrical System Following […]
The offerings are made both in homes and urban businesses, as well as at sacred sites of Andean culture. On Saturday, the month of Pachamama, Mother Earth, began with traditional offerings that include sweets, medicinal plants, incense, and dried llama fetuses, symbols of gratitude and prosperity. RELATED: Powerful Lessons from Jorge Sanjinés Cinema That Changed […]
