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Tensions Flare in Strait of Hormuz: U.S.-Iran Clashes Threaten Fragile Truce

MUSCAT/WASHINGTON — The fragile hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran faced a severe setback on Thursday as the two nations engaged in a violent naval confrontat
UAE Sovereign Wealth Giants Descend on Seoul to Forge Strategic AI Alliance

Amassive delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), comprising itsmost influential sovereign wealth funds and state-backed artificialintelligence powerhouses, is set to arrive in Seoul. Their mis

U.S. Trade Court Strikes Down Trump’s ‘Global 10% Tariff,’ Citing Executive Overreach

WASHINGTON — In a significant legal blow to the administration’s protectionist agenda, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled on Thursday that President Donald Trump’s &q

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Colombian Security Forces Released After Hostage Standoff in Guerrilla Stronghold: Popayán, Colombia – After a tense standoff lasting several days, 28 Colombian police officers and one soldier, who we ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.03.09

Brasil se destaca con un sólido crecimiento económico en medio de desafíos globales: En un panorama económico global marcado por la incertidumbre, Brasil ha surgido como un punto brillante de crecimiento. Seg ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.03.09

Costa Rica and Panama Launch Joint Bus Initiative to Manage Migrant Returns Amidst Shifting US Policies: Central America — In a coordinated effort to address the growing challenges of migrant returns, Costa Rica and Panama have a ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.09

Chilean President Boric Proposes Constitutional Reform to Boost Gender Equality in Elections: Santiago, Chile – In a significant move to address gender disparities in Chilean politics, President Gabriel Boric announced ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.09

Thousands to Run in Puerto Rico to Support Victims of Gender Violence: At least 1,550 people, divided into 53 groups, will traverse Puerto Rico on May 17, 18, and 19 in the second edition of the "Kilom ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.03.09

US Homeland Security Secretary and Puerto Rico Governor Discuss Joint Initiatives: San Juan, Puerto Rico – U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González conv ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.03.09

Amazon Women Under Siege: Mining, Land Grabs, and Violence Plague Indigenous Communities: A groundbreaking study has unveiled the harrowing reality faced by indigenous women in the Amazon, where extractive industries and ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.03.09

Powerful Earthquake Rocks Northern Honduras, Triggering Brief Tsunami Alert: TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras – A significant earthquake with a magnitude of at least 7.5 struck the northern coast of Honduras in t ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.09

Honduras Unveils Updated Protocols for Maternal and Neonatal Care in Landmark Effort to Reduce Mortality: Tegucigalpa, Honduras – In a significant move to combat maternal and neonatal mortality, the Honduran government, through it ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.03.09

Latin America and the Caribbean Face Enduring Humanitarian Challenges Amidst Climate and Violence: Despite progress in humanitarian response, Latin America and the Caribbean continue to confront significant challenges in 2025, wi ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.03.09

Princess Leonor Leads Flag Oath Ceremony in Montevideo, Following Royal Tradition: Montevideo, Uruguay – In a poignant display of national pride and historical continuity, Princess Leonor of Asturias served ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.03.09

Uruguay's New Foreign Minister Emphasizes Mercosur and EU Agreement: Montevideo, Uruguay – In his inaugural address, Uruguay's newly appointed Foreign Minister, Mario Lubetkin, outlined a strat ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.03.09

Large Cruise Ship Makes Unexpected Stop at Mar del Plata Coast for Medical Emergency: Mar del Plata, Argentina – A large cruise ship, the MS Oosterdam, made an unexpected stop off the coast of Mar del Plata on ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.03.09

Buenos Aires Scorches Under Near-Record Heatwave: Buenos Aires, Argentina – The Argentine capital sweltered under a blistering heatwave, with the metropolitan area recording ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.03.09

Argentinians Rally for Pope Francis's Health, Express Gratitude in Buenos Aires Vigil: Buenos Aires, Argentina – Under the soft glow of candlelight and torchlight, hundreds of Argentinians took to the streets of ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.03.09

Peru Strengthens Antarctic Presence with Successful Scientific Expedition: Lima, Peru - President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra celebrated the return of the B.A.P. Carrasco, Peru's Polar Oceanographic Vess ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.03.08

Plan International Empowers Thousands of Girls and Women in El Salvador: Plan International El Salvador has significantly impacted the lives of 74,000 girls, adolescents, and women in the past year throu ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.08

El Calvario Church in San Salvador Unveils Restored Facade After Vendor Removal: San Salvador, El Salvador – The historic El Calvario Church in the heart of San Salvador has revealed its fully restored fac ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.08

Dar es Salaam Set to House Hyper-Modern Printing Plant, Boosting Media Independence: DAR ES SALAAM – The Tanzanian media landscape is poised for a significant upgrade as the government accelerates the construc ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2025.03.08