OPEC Holds Landmark Energy Seminar in Vienna
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 […]
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 […]
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: 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Middle East Conflict
Show allThe intelligents that know Iran and its history would never speak to our nation in a threatening language, he said. In a television broadcast on Wednesday, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praised the Iranian people’s resistance to Israeli attacks and warned that his nation would not yield to any pressure. RELATED: Russia Warns U.S. […]
The direct provision of U.S. military aid to Israel would radically destabilize the entire situation, Raybkov said. On Wednesday, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov warned that direct U.S. participation in the Iran-Israel conflict would further destabilize the Middle East. RELATED: Iran To Overcome the Conflict With Israel: President Pezeshkian Specifically, he stated that the […]
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to have established air dominance over Israeli territory. In a meeting with his cabinet held on Wednesday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian asserted that the Persian nation would overcome the conflict with Israel through unity, solidarity, and social cohesion. RELATED: Escalation in the Middle East: Trump’s 3 Paths Amid Israel-Iran […]
Israeli forces carried out another deadly assault on Palestinians awaiting food aid in central Gaza on Wednesday, killing at least 11 people and wounding more than 70.
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Latin America and The Caribbean
Show allPresident 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 […]
Since Claudia Sheinbaum took office, homicides in Mexico have decreased significantly, alongside a major crackdown on organized crime. Authorities have made thousands of arrests, seized a vast amount of drugs, and Sheinbaum has pledged new measures to combat extortion.
The Venezuelan government extends its condolences and solidarity to the people of the United States following catastrophic floods in Texas and New Mexico, calling for strengthened climate response systems and international cooperation. Related: Investigation Launched into Weather Service Cuts Amid Deadly Texas Floods and Looming Threats to Five States in the US The Bolivarian Republic […]
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 […]
Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab exposes Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele’s secret deals with gangs, denouncing his double standards amid the detention of 252 Venezuelans in harsh conditions in El Salvador. Related: Son of Human Rights Activist Arrested Under Bukele’s Regime Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab has sharply condemned Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, accusing […]
World
Show allSenator 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 […]
Under the theme “Charting Pathways Together: The Future of Global Energy”, the event will feature high-level roundtables. From July 9 to 10, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) holds its 9th OPEC International Seminar, bringing global energy leaders to Vienna to discuss key industry issues and build up cooperation. RELATED: Venezuelan VP Rodriguez […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Technology
Show allChang’e-6 mission collected 1,935.3 grams of samples from the far side of the moon in 2024, the first time in human history. On Wednesday, China’s lunar samples, collected from both the near and far side of the moon, were exhibited together for the first time at the United Nations. RELATED: Fate of U.S. Lunar Module […]
The crew was launched into space in April and will remain in orbit for about six months. On Thursday, astronauts from China’s Shenzhou-20 mission conducted their first extravehicular activity outside the Tiangong space station. RELATED: Russia and China To Build a Power Plant on the Moon During the eight-hour operation, crewmembers Chen Dong and Chen […]
The U.S. government’s move deprives other countries of their right to high-tech industries such as artificial intelligence. On Wednesday, China’s Ministry of Commerce called the U.S. attempt to globally ban advanced Chinese computing chips a typical move of “unilateral bullying and protectionism” that seriously undermines the global semiconductor industrial and supply chains. RELATED: Russia-China Forum […]
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape economies, experts are urging African academic institutions to focus on upskilling and reskilling to harness AI’s potential for socioeconomic development. Speaking at the Deep Tech Summit, Khalid Badou, Chief of Staff and Director of Institutional Affairs at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), emphasized that AI must be adapted […]
The breakthrough centers on a compound that inhibits BAX, the ‘cell killer’ protein. On Monday, an Australian medical institute confirmed that scientists have identified a small molecule that blocks cell death, offering hope for treatments that could slow or stop the progression of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. RELATED: Birds Offer Clues to Fighting […]
Sport
Show allThe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s team dominated with authority the World Weightlifting Championships, held in Manama, capital of Bahrain, with a balance of 45 medals, 26 gold, 13 silver and 6 bronze. RELATED: China Taipei Triumphs in Premier 12: A Milestone Win Against Japan The DPRK’s halters were featured in a medal game where […]
In the fifth inning, they scored four decisive runs thanks to two home runs: one from Chia-Cheng Lin and another from Chieh-Hsien Chen, who brought two teammates home. The China Taipei pitching was equally impressive. Related: Cuba Leads the World Ranking of Baseball 5 China Taipei’s baseball team won the Premier 12 tournament by beating […]
The Venezuelan team is tied with Bolivia in 7th place, which gives it the right to play the play-off. Venezuela remains in the fight to qualify for its first World Cup after drawing 1-1 in a duel against Brazil at the Monumental de Maturin stadium, home of the Vintotinto team in the South American qualifiers. […]
Haila Gonzalez and Briandy Molina were named the Most Valuable Players of the 2nd World Cup. On Thursday, the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) announced that Cuba has risen to number one in the world baseball rankings after winning the World Cup this month in Hong Kong. RELATED: Baseball, from the US To Cuba and […]
In Italy, he is developing a career as an athlete and training with the best. The Colombian refugee Amelio Castro is competing in Paris 2024 as a member of the Refugee Paralympic Team, the largest in history with eight members. He lives in Rome and spends much of his time training with his heroes, including […]
Culture
Show allMontevideo — In Uruguay, dance is more than just a form of entertainment: it is a living expression of history, cultural diversity, and collective spirit. From the neighborhoods of Montevideo to the vast rural plains, the country’s traditional dances have withstood the test of time, constantly evolving while preserving their essence. RELATED: Cha-cha-chá: The Cuban […]
The cha-cha-chá is one of Cuba’s most representative musical genres and dances, as well as a hallmark of popular Latin American music. Its origin dates back to the late 1940s and is associated with violinist and composer Enrique Jorrín, a member of the Orquesta América. Seeking a simpler, clearer alternative to the danzón-mambo, Jorrín created […]
More than just festive music, calipso remains a living testimony of Afro-descendant creativity, resistance, and memory. With roots in the Caribbean’s colonial past, this genre—shaped by African rhythms and layered with political expression—has evolved into a voice for communities long silenced. Originating in Trinidad and Tobago, calipso became a tool of communication among enslaved African […]
In the sun-drenched town of Taznakht, nestled in southeastern Morocco near the Sirwa Mountains, the rhythmic clatter of wooden looms echoes a centuries-old tradition. Here, the Ouaouzguit rug is more than a decorative object—it is a living symbol of Amazigh identity, feminine expression, and cultural continuity. At the heart of this tradition is the Aguiness […]
Below, discover the core ingredients that every Caribbean kitchen relies on—and the stories they tell. Foundation Staples: Rice, Yuca & Plantain These versatile carbohydrates form the backbone of countless dishes, providing both substance and cultural significance. From Sea to Plate: Fresh Fish & Seafood Surrounded by ocean, Caribbean islands celebrate the sea’s bounty in every […]
