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Argentina mourns its compatriot Pope Francis

Argentines held a special Mass and lit candles on Monday, mourning in shock for their countryman Pope Francis, who has died after battling

Argentina mourns its compatriot Pope Francis
Americas|Lifestyle|Travel|US|World

Denver woman recalls meeting Pope Francis on her honeymoon, and being inspired to serve others

Denver woman recalls meeting Pope Francis on her honeymoon, and being inspired to serve others

Denver woman recalls meeting Pope Francis on her honeymoon, and being inspired to serve others
Americas|Election|Political

Conservative Poilievre seemed poised to be Canada's next leader. Then Trump declared economic war

Until a few months ago, Pierre Poilievre was seen as a shoo-in to become Canada’s next prime minister and shepherd his Conservative Party back into power for the first time in a decade

Conservative Poilievre seemed poised to be Canada's next leader. Then Trump declared economic war
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Putin praises Pope Francis, sends his condolences

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent his condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, the Kremlin said on Monday.

Putin praises Pope Francis, sends his condolences
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Pope Francis reached out to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition

Pope Francis was the first pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit pontiff and the first to take the name of Francis, after St. Francis of Assisi

Pope Francis reached out to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

‘Shock and awe’: USA defeats Canada in overtime to win women’s hockey world championship

‘Shock and awe’: USA defeats Canada in overtime to win women’s hockey world championship

‘Shock and awe’: USA defeats Canada in overtime to win women’s hockey world championship
Americas|Political|World

From Buenos Aires to Rome: Key dates in the life of Pope Francis

The first pope from the Americas was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Dec. 17, 1936

From Buenos Aires to Rome: Key dates in the life of Pope Francis
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire

Pope Francis changed the face of the modern papacy more than any predecessor by shunning much of its pomp and privilege, but his attempts to make the

Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge denies bid to block Trump administration from deporting Venezuelans

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg on Friday denied a request to block the Trump administration from deporting suspected Venezuelan gang members.

Judge denies bid to block Trump administration from deporting Venezuelans
Americas|Asia|Business|Entertainment|Technology

Nintendo faces trade war test with Switch 2 launch

Nintendo's Switch became a source of much-needed escapism during pandemic restrictions.

Nintendo faces trade war test with Switch 2 launch
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|US

South Korea's Hyundai, Posco agree to cooperate on US steel plant

South Korea's Hyundai Motor Group said on Monday that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Posco Holdings for cooperation on its planned U.S. steel plant.

South Korea's Hyundai, Posco agree to cooperate on US steel plant
Americas|Crime|Political|World

3 Haitian soldiers warring with gangs are slain outside of Port-au-Prince

Authorities say at least three Haitian soldiers were killed in an apparent gang ambush in a town on the outskirts of Haiti’s capital of Port-au-Prince on Sunday

3 Haitian soldiers warring with gangs are slain outside of Port-au-Prince
Americas|Political|World

El Salvador proposes swapping US-deported Venezuelans for Venezuelan 'political prisoners'

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele on Sunday proposed sending 252 Venezuelans deported from the U.S. and imprisoned in his country to Venezuela, in exchange for taking "

El Salvador proposes swapping US-deported Venezuelans for Venezuelan 'political prisoners'
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

South Korea April 1-20 exports fall as US shipments drop amid tariffs

South Korea's exports for the first 20 days of April fell 5.2% from a year earlier, dragged down by U.S.-bound shipments, customs data showed on Monday, amid President Donald Trump's

South Korea April 1-20 exports fall as US shipments drop amid tariffs
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Alito criticizes US Supreme Court's decision to 'hastily' block deportations

U.S.

Alito criticizes US Supreme Court's decision to 'hastily' block deportations
Americas|Crime|Environment|US

Tornado-producing storm deals deadly weather to Oklahoma and Texas

A slow-moving, active storm system has brought heavy rain, large hail and tornadoes to parts of Texas and Oklahoma and left three people dead

Tornado-producing storm deals deadly weather to Oklahoma and Texas
Americas|Political|US

Alito's dissent in deportation case says court rushed to block Trump with middle-of-the night order

Justice Samuel Alito has written a sharp dissent that castigates the seven-member majority for blocking the Trump administration from deporting any Venezuelans held in northern Texas under an 18th-century wartime law

Alito's dissent in deportation case says court rushed to block Trump with middle-of-the night order
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law

The U.S.

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law
Americas|Sports|US

Blackwood is new in net for playoff-experienced Avalanche and seeks a 2-0 series lead over Stars

New Colorado goalie Mackenzie Blackwood is already having a big impact on the Avalanche in their eighth consecutive postseason

Blackwood is new in net for playoff-experienced Avalanche and seeks a 2-0 series lead over Stars
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Man who fatally shot 23 at El Paso Walmart set to plead guilty to murder nearly 6 years on

Nearly six years after a man fatally shot 23 people in a racist attack targeting Hispanic shoppers at a Walmart in Texas near the U.S.-Mexico border, the gunman's criminal case is set to come to a close

Man who fatally shot 23 at El Paso Walmart set to plead guilty to murder nearly 6 years on
Americas|Political|US

Trump said he didn’t sign controversial proclamation. The Federal Register shows one with his signature

President Donald Trump downplayed his involvement in invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan migrants, saying for the first time that he hadn’t signed the proclamation, but that he stood by his administration’s move. The proclamation invoking the Alien Enemies Act appears in the Federal Register with Trump’s signature at the bottom. CNN’s Kaitlan Collins reports.

Trump said he didn’t sign controversial proclamation. The Federal Register shows one with his signature
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Canada votes in federal elections under shadow of Trump threats. Here’s what you need to know

Canada votes in federal elections under shadow of Trump threats. Here’s what you need to know

Canada votes in federal elections under shadow of Trump threats. Here’s what you need to know
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

DHL to suspend global shipments of over $800 to US consumers

DHL Express, a division of Germany's Deutsche Post, said it would suspend global business-to-consumer shipments worth over $800 to individuals in the United States from April 21, as

DHL to suspend global shipments of over $800 to US consumers
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

South Korea, US, to hold trade talks this week, Seoul says

South Korea and the United States will hold trade consultations this week in Washington at the suggestion of the United States, Seoul's trade ministry said on Sunday.

South Korea, US, to hold trade talks this week, Seoul says
Americas|Sports

Akie Iwai shoots 64 playing alongside twin sister for share of the LPGA Tour lead at El Caballero

Akie Iwai shot an 8-under 64 playing alongside her twin sister Saturday for a share of the third-round lead in the JM Eagle LA Championship with Lauren Coughlin and Ingrid Lindblad

Akie Iwai shoots 64 playing alongside twin sister for share of the LPGA Tour lead at El Caballero
Americas|Sports|US

Cremaschi lifts Inter Miami to 1-0 win over Crew before record 60,614 fans in Cleveland

Benjamin Cremaschi scored on a diving header in the 30th minute and Inter Miami beat the Columbus Crew 1-0 on Saturday

Cremaschi lifts Inter Miami to 1-0 win over Crew before record 60,614 fans in Cleveland
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th-century wartime law

The Supreme Court has blocked, for now, the deportations of any Venezuelans held in northern Texas under an 18th-century wartime law

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th-century wartime law
Americas|Sports|US

García hits 2-run homer in 9th to lift Rangers past Dodgers, denying Roki Sasaki 1st win

Adolis García hit a two-run homer off former Texas closer Kirby Yates in the ninth inning, lifting the Rangers to a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers

García hits 2-run homer in 9th to lift Rangers past Dodgers, denying Roki Sasaki 1st win
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine wary of Putin’s Easter truce and says it will reciprocate only a genuine ceasefire

Ukraine says it will reciprocate any genuine ceasefire by Moscow, but has voiced skepticism after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a temporary Easter truce in Ukraine starting Saturday

Ukraine wary of Putin’s Easter truce and says it will reciprocate only a genuine ceasefire
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Mid-commute traffic stop left US citizen detained under an ICE order. Then, a Florida judge verified his US birth certificate

Mid-commute traffic stop left US citizen detained under an ICE order. Then, a Florida judge verified his US birth certificate

Mid-commute traffic stop left US citizen detained under an ICE order. Then, a Florida judge verified his US birth certificate
Americas|Travel

The world’s first motel opened 100 years ago, but now only ruins remain

The world’s first motel opened 100 years ago, but now only ruins remain

The world’s first motel opened 100 years ago, but now only ruins remain
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law

The U.S.

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law
Americas|Crime|Political|US

A US citizen was held for pickup by ICE even after proving he was born in the country

A U.S. citizen was arrested in Florida for allegedly being in the country illegally and held for pickup by immigration authorities even after his mother showed a judge her son’s birth certificate and the judge dismissed charges

A US citizen was held for pickup by ICE even after proving he was born in the country
Americas|Environment|World

Pupy the elephant arrives at a Brazil sanctuary after 30 years in Argentine zoo

Pupy the elephant has arrived at her new home in a sanctuary in Mato Grosso, Brazil, following a 2,700-kilometer journey from a zoo converted into an ecological park in Argentina’s capital where she had spent 30 years in conditions criticized by activists

Pupy the elephant arrives at a Brazil sanctuary after 30 years in Argentine zoo
Americas|Lifestyle|World

Men toting chains and pierced with cactus keep a Good Friday tradition in Atlixco, Mexico

Every year, crowds fill the streets of the central Mexican town of Atlixco on the Catholic holiday of Good Friday to witness the sight

Men toting chains and pierced with cactus keep a Good Friday tradition in Atlixco, Mexico
Americas|Political|US

For now, Pentagon and DHS won’t recommend that Trump invoke the Insurrection Act

For now, Pentagon and DHS won’t recommend that Trump invoke the Insurrection Act

For now, Pentagon and DHS won’t recommend that Trump invoke the Insurrection Act
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US senator met wrongly deported Salvadoran man at hotel, calls for release

U.S.

US senator met wrongly deported Salvadoran man at hotel, calls for release
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US senator returns from El Salvador trip, says Abrego Garcia case is about far more than one man

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongly deported, told him he has been moved from the notorious Salvadoran prison known as CECOT to a detention center with better conditions

US senator returns from El Salvador trip, says Abrego Garcia case is about far more than one man
Americas|Crime|Education|US

FSU shooting victims include a school employee whose dad was a Cuban exile turned CIA operative

Two people were killed and six others were injured when a gunman opened fire at Florida State University

FSU shooting victims include a school employee whose dad was a Cuban exile turned CIA operative
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration reserves right to deport Venezuelans on Saturday, DOJ lawyer tells judge

A U.S. Justice Department lawyer told a judge on Friday that the Trump administration reserves the right to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members on Saturday.

Trump administration reserves right to deport Venezuelans on Saturday, DOJ lawyer tells judge
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Lawyers ask US Supreme Court to halt 'imminent' deportations of Venezuelan migrants

Lawyers for Venezuelan men detained by the Trump administration asked the U.S.

Lawyers ask US Supreme Court to halt 'imminent' deportations of Venezuelan migrants
Americas|Crime|US

Colorado man gets life in prison for killing his wife after posing as ex-boyfriend and stalking her

A Colorado man has been sentenced to life in prison for stalking his wife while posing as her ex-boyfriend and then murdering her, acts that the woman's father said were “pure selfish evil” that have robbed the couple’s three children of their parents

Colorado man gets life in prison for killing his wife after posing as ex-boyfriend and stalking her
Americas|Economy|Health|Political|World

Colombian government declares health emergency due to increase in yellow fever cases

Colombian government declares health emergency due to increase in yellow fever cases

Colombian government declares health emergency due to increase in yellow fever cases
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Who is Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man ICE mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison?

Kilmar Abrego Garcia's story begins in El Salvador

Who is Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man ICE mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison?
Americas|Political|US

Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Abrego Garcia described being ‘traumatized’ at CECOT, has been moved to different detention center

Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Abrego Garcia described being ‘traumatized’ at CECOT, has been moved to different detention center

Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Abrego Garcia described being ‘traumatized’ at CECOT, has been moved to different detention center
Americas|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Political|Sports|World

What we know about the Dominican nightclub collapse and its victims

What we know about the Dominican nightclub collapse and its victims

What we know about the Dominican nightclub collapse and its victims
Americas|Political|US|World

Legal group sues Costa Rica alleging the rights of 81 children deported by Trump were violated

A group of human rights lawyers is suing Costa Rica, alleging the Central American nation violated the rights of dozens of migrant children

Legal group sues Costa Rica alleging the rights of 81 children deported by Trump were violated
Americas|Political|US|World

US to impose visa restrictions on over 250 Nicaragua government officials

The United States will impose visa restrictions on more than 250 officials of the Nicaraguan government of President Daniel Ortega, U.S.

US to impose visa restrictions on over 250 Nicaragua government officials
Americas|Political|US

Indiana takes a first -- and long -- shot at acquiring parts of Illinois

Indiana is taking a first step toward merging parts of Illinois into its state

Indiana takes a first -- and long -- shot at acquiring parts of Illinois
Americas|Sports|US

1-on-1 with former star Clint Dempsey on state of U.S. men's national team

With just 15 months to go until the biggest World Cup ever, the USMNT is arguably in crisis. A torrid start to 2025 saw them lose all three games in the CONCACAF Nations League Finals with the pressure building on an underperforming set of players and Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino. The team's all-time joint scorer couldn’t hide his concern at the team's recent performances but believes that eventually this squad can come good.

1-on-1 with former star Clint Dempsey on state of U.S. men's national team
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Court rejects Trump bid to end Venezuelan migrants' legal status

A federal appeals court rejected on Friday a request by U.S.

Court rejects Trump bid to end Venezuelan migrants' legal status
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Military officials identify 2 Marines killed in crash during border deployment

Military officials have identified the two Marines from California who were killed when their vehicle crashed as a convoy was traveling along the U.S.-Mexico border

Military officials identify 2 Marines killed in crash during border deployment
Americas|Crime|US

Bank robber captured with a cat on his back, officials say

Bank robber captured with a cat on his back, officials say

Bank robber captured with a cat on his back, officials say
Americas|Health|US

Measles cases in 25 US jurisdictions rise to 800 in 2025, CDC says

Measles cases rose to a total of 800 patients so far in 2025 as of Thursday in 25 U.S. jurisdictions, including Texas and New Mexico, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on

Measles cases in 25 US jurisdictions rise to 800 in 2025, CDC says
Americas|Economy|Environment|Technology|US

Crews restore power to nearly all customers after island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico

Officials in Puerto Rico say power has been restored to more than 98% of customers after an island-wide blackout hit the U.S. territory earlier this week

Crews restore power to nearly all customers after island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Tucsonans hold Midtown vigil for deported Maryland man

Tucsonans hold Midtown vigil for deported Maryland man

Tucsonans hold Midtown vigil for deported Maryland man
Americas|Political|World

Colombia's Petro pauses FARC offensive in order to progress in peace talks

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Friday ordered the suspension of a military offensive against a faction of what was once the armed Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)

Colombia's Petro pauses FARC offensive in order to progress in peace talks
Americas|Sports

PWHL chooses Vancouver as 1st expansion city with 2nd market to be determined, AP source says

The PWHL’s first expansion team will be based in Vancouver with an announcement scheduled for next week

PWHL chooses Vancouver as 1st expansion city with 2nd market to be determined, AP source says
Americas|Business|Economy

Petrobras approves tender to restart fertilizer plants in Brazil's northeast, say sources

The board of Brazilian state-run oil company Petrobras on Thursday approved plans to select a partner to restart operations at its

Petrobras approves tender to restart fertilizer plants in Brazil's northeast, say sources
Africa|Americas|Economy|Political|World

200 years ago, France extorted Haiti in one of history’s greatest heists – and Haitians want reparations

After being exploited for decades by France, Haiti ended up forking over huge sums of money to its former colonizer. Now, the Caribbean nation’s calls for restitution are becoming harder to ignore.

200 years ago, France extorted Haiti in one of history’s greatest heists – and Haitians want reparations
Americas|Health|US

Texas says measles cases rise to 597 since late January

The Texas Department of State Health Services on Friday, reported 597 measles cases in the state since late January, an increase of 36 since the update on Tuesday.

Texas says measles cases rise to 597 since late January
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US intelligence contradicts Trump claims linking gang to Venezuelan government to speed deportations

U.S. officials say a new intelligence assessment finds no coordination between the Tren de Aragua gang and the Venezuelan government

US intelligence contradicts Trump claims linking gang to Venezuelan government to speed deportations
Americas|Political|US|World

Maryland Democrat meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

Maryland Democrat meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

Maryland Democrat meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador
Americas|Sports

Max Verstappen dismisses concerns over possible Red Bull exit after turbulent start to season

Max Verstappen dismisses concerns over possible Red Bull exit after turbulent start to season

Max Verstappen dismisses concerns over possible Red Bull exit after turbulent start to season
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Indonesia says to increase US imports, lower orders from other countries

Indonesia will increase imports of U.S. food and commodities and reduce orders from countries where the Southeast Asian nation currently buys the products, chief economic minister

Indonesia says to increase US imports, lower orders from other countries
Americas|Asia|Crime|World

US YouTuber remains in custody in India after visiting restricted island with a Diet Coke can

A 24-year-old American YouTuber who visited a restricted island in the Indian Ocean last month with a Diet Coke as offering for an isolated tribe has been further detained

US YouTuber remains in custody in India after visiting restricted island with a Diet Coke can
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Maryland Sen. Van Hollen meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador amid court fight over US return

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen has met in El Salvador with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man who was sent there by the Trump administration in March despite an immigration court order preventing his deportation

Maryland Sen. Van Hollen meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador amid court fight over US return
Americas|Political|US

US Senator Van Hollen meets wrongly deported man in El Salvador

Democratic U.S.

US Senator Van Hollen meets wrongly deported man in El Salvador
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Carney says lower internal trade barriers will help Canada more than Trump's tariffs will harm it

Prime Minister Mark Carney says eliminating trade barriers within Canada would benefit Canadians far more than U.S. President Donald Trump can ever take away with his trade war as he made his case to retain power at the last debate ahead of the April 28 vote

Carney says lower internal trade barriers will help Canada more than Trump's tariffs will harm it
Americas|Sports

Yan Liu, Ashleigh Buhai share lead at 63 in the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship

Yan Liu birdied the final three holes in chilly conditions Thursday afternoon for a 9-under 63 and a share of the first-round lead with Ashleigh Buhai in the LPGA Tour’s JM Eagle Championship at El Caballero

Yan Liu, Ashleigh Buhai share lead at 63 in the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship
Americas|Sports|World

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits CNN ahead of revamped tournament

The next 15 months promise to be a busy one for soccer in America. This summer sees the newly expanded FIFA Club World Cup taking place on American soil, with 32 teams battling it out to be world champion, and for a cut of a record $1 billion prize pool. The man who is in charge of global football, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, recently paid a visit – with the Club World Cup trophy – to CNN’s Techwood Studios in Atlanta, where he spoke with CNN Sport’s Coy Wire about the reasoning for the bigger tournament.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits CNN ahead of revamped tournament
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump officials' defiance over Abrego Garcia's deportation is 'shocking,' appeals court says

A federal appeals court says it is “shocking” that The Trump administration claims it can’t do anything to free Kilmar Abrego Garcia from an El Salvador prison and return him to the U.S. A three-judge panel from the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday unanimously refused to suspend a judge’s decision to order sworn testimony by Trump administration officials to determine if they complied with her instruction to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return

Trump officials' defiance over Abrego Garcia's deportation is 'shocking,' appeals court says
Americas|Economy|Health|Political|US

Officials demand answers as crews work to restore power after another Puerto Rico blackout

Crews are working to restore power to Puerto Rico after a blackout across the entire island affected the main airport, several hospitals and hotels filled with Easter vacationers

Officials demand answers as crews work to restore power after another Puerto Rico blackout
Americas|Election|Political

Ecuador opposition candidate, doubling down on fraud claims, loses coalition backing

Ecuador's leftist presidential challenger Luisa Gonzalez plans to formally challenge the result of Sunday's election, claiming widespread fraud, although she has

Ecuador opposition candidate, doubling down on fraud claims, loses coalition backing
Americas|Economy|Political|US

A look at why an island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico and what caused it

An island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico this week, leaving 1.4 million customers without power and more than 400,000 without water

A look at why an island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico and what caused it
Americas|Business|US|World

More than 40% of Puerto Rico customers without power after island-wide blackout

Nearly half of the homes and businesses in Puerto Rico that receive electricity from the commonwealth's main utility were still without power on Thursday

More than 40% of Puerto Rico customers without power after island-wide blackout
Americas|Health|US

Michigan reports first confirmed outbreak of measles since 2019

The Michigan health department confirmed a measles outbreak in Montcalm County on Thursday, marking the first such occurrence in the state since 2019.

Michigan reports first confirmed outbreak of measles since 2019
Americas|Crime|Economy|Food|World

Haitians face record hunger as gang violence grips country in throes of economic crisis

A new report has found that more than half of Haiti’s population is expected to experience severe hunger through June, and another 8,400 people living in makeshift shelters are projected to starve

Haitians face record hunger as gang violence grips country in throes of economic crisis
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Macron says joint Franco-Haiti commission will examine 'painful' past

French President Emmanuel Macron is to set up a joint Franco-Haitian commission to examine France's past with its former Caribbean colony, but he made no mention of the possibility of

Macron says joint Franco-Haiti commission will examine 'painful' past
Americas|Political|World

Colombia suspends ceasefire with FARC guerrilla faction

The Colombian government will suspend a ceasefire with a faction of what was once the armed Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) guerrilla group, it said on Thursday, though

Colombia suspends ceasefire with FARC guerrilla faction
Americas|Business|Economy

Brazil's Petrobras cuts diesel prices to distributors

Brazilian state-run oil company Petrobras will reduce the price of diesel sold to distributors by an average 0.12 real ($0.0205) per liter starting on Friday, it said in a

Brazil's Petrobras cuts diesel prices to distributors
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Canadians bought record amount of US shares in February

Although tensions between Canada and the United States are high, Canadians bought a record amount of American shares in February, as U.S. stock markets hit an all-time high,

Canadians bought record amount of US shares in February
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Colombia banana farmers eye EU trade boost

Farmers in Colombia, the world's fifth-largest banana grower, are looking to boost shipments to the European Union this year on the lucrativeness of shipping to the region, an

Colombia banana farmers eye EU trade boost
Americas|Crime|US

Arrests made after 12 puppies found dead in abandoned cooler in South Carolina

Arrests made after 12 puppies found dead in abandoned cooler in South Carolina

Arrests made after 12 puppies found dead in abandoned cooler in South Carolina
Americas|Travel|US

FAA and NTSB investigating after Frontier Airlines’ hard landing in Puerto Rico

FAA and NTSB investigating after Frontier Airlines’ hard landing in Puerto Rico

FAA and NTSB investigating after Frontier Airlines’ hard landing in Puerto Rico
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

Russian contacts with Witkoff are very productive, Putin envoy says

Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting with U.S.

Russian contacts with Witkoff are very productive, Putin envoy says
Americas|Business|Food|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

A restaurant in Havana defies Cuba's tech struggles with digital menus and a robot waitress

For Sonia Pérez, stepping into Havana’s Doña Alicia restaurant felt like entering a movie

A restaurant in Havana defies Cuba's tech struggles with digital menus and a robot waitress
Americas|Crime|US

More than 330 pounds of cocaine seized near Ambassador Bridge

More than 330 pounds of cocaine seized near Ambassador Bridge

More than 330 pounds of cocaine seized near Ambassador Bridge
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Hyundai to suspend EV production in S Korea due to slow demand, US tariffs - Yonhap

Hyundai Motor plans to temporarily suspend production of some of its electric vehicles (EVs) in South Korea due to slow demand and U.S. tariffs, Yonhap news agency reported on

Hyundai to suspend EV production in S Korea due to slow demand, US tariffs - Yonhap
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Pernod's sales miss forecasts as tariffs weigh on spirits sector

Pernod Ricard reported a 3% decline in third-quarter sales on Thursday, missing forecasts as tariff uncertainty in major markets the United States and China rocks the

Pernod's sales miss forecasts as tariffs weigh on spirits sector
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

No surprise at Japan talks, except Trump

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift U.S.

No surprise at Japan talks, except Trump
Americas|Arts|Fashion and Beauty|World

Artisans in Guatemala hand-stitch velvet cloaks for Holy Week processions

Stitch by stitch, artisans have worked for months on the elaborate garments that will debut this week in Holy Week processions across Guatemala and beyond

Artisans in Guatemala hand-stitch velvet cloaks for Holy Week processions
Americas|Economy|US|World

Power blackout hits all of Puerto Rico as residents prepare for Easter weekend

A power blackout has hit all of Puerto Rico as the heavily Catholic U.S. territory prepares to celebrate the Easter weekend

Power blackout hits all of Puerto Rico as residents prepare for Easter weekend
Americas|Sports|US

Ohtani hits 448-foot homer in 7-run 1st inning, Dodgers hold on for 8-7 win to sweep Rockies

Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman homered in the Dodgers’ seven-run first inning, and Los Angeles held on for an 8-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies

Ohtani hits 448-foot homer in 7-run 1st inning, Dodgers hold on for 8-7 win to sweep Rockies
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Maryland Democratic senator travels to El Salvador in push for Abrego Garcia’s return

Maryland Democratic senator travels to El Salvador in push for Abrego Garcia’s return

Maryland Democratic senator travels to El Salvador in push for Abrego Garcia’s return
Americas|Business|US|World

Puerto Rico goes dark after widespread power plant failure

Puerto Rico was hit with a massive power outage on Wednesday after energy plants across the island unexpectedly shut down, power generator Genera said.

Puerto Rico goes dark after widespread power plant failure
Americas|Election|Political

Carney says Trump key issue in Canada's election, while Conservative rival says country needs change

Prime Minister Mark Carney says who will go up against U.S. President Donald Trump is the key question in Canada’s election while his Conservative rival argued Carney doesn’t represent change after 10 years of Liberal Party rule

Carney says Trump key issue in Canada's election, while Conservative rival says country needs change
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

El Salvador blocks US senator from visiting wrongly deported Salvadoran man

Democratic U.S.

El Salvador blocks US senator from visiting wrongly deported Salvadoran man
Americas|Election|Political

Carney faces off with chief rival during first Canada debate

Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off with his chief rival for the first time during Canada's election campaign on Wednesday, in a French-language debate that could

Carney faces off with chief rival during first Canada debate
Americas|MidEast|World

Dog reunites with Israeli family after disappearing for 18 months in Gaza

A dog has been reunited with an Israeli family after the pet vanished for 18 months in Gaza

Dog reunites with Israeli family after disappearing for 18 months in Gaza
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump officials could face criminal contempt over deportations, judge says

Trump administration officials could face criminal contempt charges for violating a U.S. federal judge's order halting deportations of

Trump officials could face criminal contempt over deportations, judge says
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge finds cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating deportation order

A federal judge says he's found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt of court and could seek officials’ prosecution for violating his orders last month to turn around planes carrying deportees to an El Salvador prison

Judge finds cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating deportation order
Americas|Sports|US

Braves RHP Strider allows two runs and five hits against Blue Jays in return from elbow surgery

Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Strider allowed two runs and five hits in five-plus innings in his return to the mound against the Toronto Blue Jays

Braves RHP Strider allows two runs and five hits against Blue Jays in return from elbow surgery
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Argentine peso recoups lost ground after FX control ease, Milei rules out intervention

Argentina's peso closed 6.6% higher on Wednesday, regaining ground lost after the currency tumbled on a lifting of capital controls earlier in the week.

Argentine peso recoups lost ground after FX control ease, Milei rules out intervention
Americas|Crime|Political

Wife of Peru's Humala arrives in Brazil for asylum as ex-president jailed

Nadine Heredia, the wife of former Peruvian President Ollanta Humala, arrived in Brazil on Wednesday as the ex-leader spent the night in jail following a 15-

Wife of Peru's Humala arrives in Brazil for asylum as ex-president jailed
Americas|Crime|US

Suspect in Tabatha Tozzi murder arrested in Mexico after nearly two-year international manhunt

Suspect in Tabatha Tozzi murder arrested in Mexico after nearly two-year international manhunt

Suspect in Tabatha Tozzi murder arrested in Mexico after nearly two-year international manhunt
Americas|Sports|US

10-year-old El Cajon boy set to compete in Muay Thai world championship

10-year-old El Cajon boy set to compete in Muay Thai world championship

10-year-old El Cajon boy set to compete in Muay Thai world championship
Americas|Crime|US

Police seize 477 pounds of pot, 11,000 plants in illegal grow bust

Police seize 477 pounds of pot, 11,000 plants in illegal grow bust

Police seize 477 pounds of pot, 11,000 plants in illegal grow bust
Americas|Sports

Guerrero hits first HR of season as Blue Jays spoil Strider's return with 3-1 win

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit his first home run of the season and drove in a pair, Chris Bassitt pitched five shutout innings and the Toronto Blue Jays spoiled Spencer Strider’s return from elbow surgery by beating the Atlanta Braves 3-1

Guerrero hits first HR of season as Blue Jays spoil Strider's return with 3-1 win
Americas|Crime|US

CBP seizes 339 pounds of cocaine from Canada-bound truck near Ambassador Bridge

CBP seizes 339 pounds of cocaine from Canada-bound truck near Ambassador Bridge

CBP seizes 339 pounds of cocaine from Canada-bound truck near Ambassador Bridge
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Peru’s former first lady flees to Brazil for asylum after she and ex-President Humala sentenced to prison

Peru’s former first lady flees to Brazil for asylum after she and ex-President Humala sentenced to prison

Peru’s former first lady flees to Brazil for asylum after she and ex-President Humala sentenced to prison
Americas|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Italy's Cucinelli maintains sales growth forecasts for this year and next

Italian luxury fashion group Brunello Cucinelli on Wednesday confirmed its expectations for sales growth of around 10% in both 2025 and 2026 despite looming U.S. tariffs.

Italy's Cucinelli maintains sales growth forecasts for this year and next
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil acknowledges record debt risk this year, need for fiscal consolidation

Brazil's government acknowledged growing risks of public debt renegotiation, with a record level for 2025 due to an increased share of debt exposed to short-term

Brazil acknowledges record debt risk this year, need for fiscal consolidation
Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

Vance to meet Modi, Meloni during trip to India and Italy with wife Usha

Vice President JD Vance and his family will travel to Italy and India this week and next to meet with leaders and visit cultural sites

Vance to meet Modi, Meloni during trip to India and Italy with wife Usha
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Ecuador ‘open’ to US military taking ‘control’ of crackdowns on illegal operations, president says

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa indicated that he’s open to changing the country’s constitution to allow US troops into the country to help combat illegal operations such as mining and gang activity during an exclusive interview with CNN’s Fernando del Rincón. Ecuador’s constitution has historically barred foreign military bases in the country.

Ecuador ‘open’ to US military taking ‘control’ of crackdowns on illegal operations, president says
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Argentina's FX gamble reaps early wins. Now for the hard part

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei rolled the dice this week on a major economic swerve, tearing down currency

Argentina's FX gamble reaps early wins. Now for the hard part
Americas|Political|US|World

Mexico president sends diplomatic memo to US on border security collaboration

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday that she had sent a diplomatic memo to the United States about security collaboration at the two countries' shared border.

Mexico president sends diplomatic memo to US on border security collaboration
Americas|Sports|US

New Orleans Saints win lawsuit over fleur-de-lis trademark filed by ‘direct descendant of the Kings of France’

New Orleans Saints win lawsuit over fleur-de-lis trademark filed by ‘direct descendant of the Kings of France’

New Orleans Saints win lawsuit over fleur-de-lis trademark filed by ‘direct descendant of the Kings of France’
Americas|Election|Political|World

Mexico's Sheinbaum says country will not renew diplomatic relations with Ecuador

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Wednesday that Mexico would not renew diplomatic relations with Ecuador as long as Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa remains in office.

Mexico's Sheinbaum says country will not renew diplomatic relations with Ecuador
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Bank of Canada says US tariffs could trigger deep recession

If U.S. tariffs trigger a global trade war, inflation in Canada would spike and the country would enter a deep recession, according to a Bank of Canada scenario released

Bank of Canada says US tariffs could trigger deep recession
Americas|Business|Europe|Finance|Political

Financial institutions' gender balance progress under threat, study shows

The rise in the number of women holding top jobs at leading financial institutions has slowed over the last year and further progress is under threat as the United

Financial institutions' gender balance progress under threat, study shows
Americas|Crime|Political|US

The Oklahoma City bombing was 30 years ago. Some survivors worry America didn’t learn the lesson

Thirty years after a truck bomb detonated outside a federal building in the nation’s heartland, deep scars still remain from the deadliest homegrown attack on U.S. soil

The Oklahoma City bombing was 30 years ago. Some survivors worry America didn’t learn the lesson
Africa|Americas|Crime|World

US pastor kidnapped in South Africa rescued unharmed after police shootout

South African police have rescued a kidnapped American pastor "miraculously unharmed" following a deadly shootout, authorities said on Wednesday.

US pastor kidnapped in South Africa rescued unharmed after police shootout
Americas|Election|Political

The key promises of the main parties contesting Canada's election

Canada's general election will take place on Monday, with polls indicating a tight race between the ruling Liberals and the official opposition Conservatives.

The key promises of the main parties contesting Canada's election
Americas|Election|Political

What are the potential outcomes of Canada's general election?

Canada will hold a general election on Monday, with polls indicating Prime Minister Mark Carney's ruling Liberals ahead of the official opposition Conservatives of

What are the potential outcomes of Canada's general election?
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Carney’s tough talk, bland competence boost Liberals ahead of Canadian election

For someone trying to win an election, Mark Carney appeared taken aback by the crowd of about 300 chanting his name at

Carney’s tough talk, bland competence boost Liberals ahead of Canadian election
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Two US service members assigned to southern border task force killed in vehicle accident

Two US service members assigned to southern border task force killed in vehicle accident

Two US service members assigned to southern border task force killed in vehicle accident
Americas|Australia|Business|Economy

Australia's Woodside hires Mexico Pacific CEO Bairstow for Louisiana LNG project

Australia's top gas producer Woodside Energy said on Wednesday it had hired Sarah Bairstow, the chief executive of Mexico Pacific, for its Louisiana liquefied natural gas plant

Australia's Woodside hires Mexico Pacific CEO Bairstow for Louisiana LNG project
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazil grants asylum to wife of Peru's former president Humala

Brazil has granted diplomatic asylum to Nadine Heredia, the wife of former Peruvian President Ollanta Humala after both were convicted of receiving illicit campaign funds, Peru's

Brazil grants asylum to wife of Peru's former president Humala
Americas|Sports|World

The NBA playoffs will, once again, be an international showcase of stars

They’ll be watching in Canada, not just because of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, though the NBA’s scoring champion and MVP favorite who plays for Oklahoma City surely helps lure in fans who are north of the border

The NBA playoffs will, once again, be an international showcase of stars
Americas|Crime|Political

Peru court jails ex-President Humala for money laundering; Brazil grants diplomatic asylum to his wife

A Peruvian court on Tuesday sentenced ex-President Ollanta Humala to 15 years in prison for receiving illicit campaign funds from a Brazilian construction firm, making

Peru court jails ex-President Humala for money laundering; Brazil grants diplomatic asylum to his wife
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US fuel exports to Mexico by land halted by higher scrutiny, sources say

The Mexican government has halted U.S. fuel imports sent into the country by road, as it cracks down on illegal deals, three sources familiar with the matter said

US fuel exports to Mexico by land halted by higher scrutiny, sources say
Americas|Political|US

Border deployment vehicle accident kills two service members, third in critical condition

Two service members deployed to the U.S. Southern border were killed and a third is in serious condition after a vehicle accident near Santa Teresa, New Mexico, the military announced late Tuesday

Border deployment vehicle accident kills two service members, third in critical condition
Americas|Sports|WrittenByLAPost

Ex-Lakers player Carmelo Anthony to expand cannabis brand to New York

Retired basketball player Carmelo Anthony, who finished his career with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2022, announced the roll-out of his cannabis brand, STAYME70, in New York Monday. STAYME70, pronounced “Stay Melo,” describes itself as a purveyor of “couture cannabis.” Offerings include premium vaporizers and cannabis flower products. Its products have been available on the West Coast since 2024. “I’m excited to be launching the debut of STAYME7O in New York,” Anthony said. “New York is home, and bringing this project to life here feels incredibly personal and full circle. This isn’t just about cannabis—it’s about empowering our communities, uplifting

Ex-Lakers player Carmelo Anthony to expand cannabis brand to New York
Americas|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Pupy the elephant heads to a vast Brazilian sanctuary after 30 years in an Argentine zoo

An unusual convoy is nearing Argentina’s lush border with Brazil, after snaking through traffic-snarled roads for hours

Pupy the elephant heads to a vast Brazilian sanctuary after 30 years in an Argentine zoo
Americas|Business|Economy

Vale's iron ore output falls in first quarter hurt by Brazil rains

Brazilian miner Vale produced 67.7 million metric tons of iron ore in the first quarter of 2025, down 4.5% from a year earlier, the company said on Tuesday in its

Vale's iron ore output falls in first quarter hurt by Brazil rains
Americas|Crime|US

Member of Zizian group says she did not kill her parents

The daughter of a Pennsylvania couple whose deaths are among six connected to a cultlike group says she has been falsely accused of killing her parents

Member of Zizian group says she did not kill her parents
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

The first lawsuit is filed over the deadly nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic

The first known lawsuit has been filed against the owners of a legendary nightclub whose roof collapsed and killed 231 people in the Dominican Republic

The first lawsuit is filed over the deadly nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic
Americas|Crime|Election|Political

Ecuador ‘would love to have US forces’ helping in gang crackdown, president says

Ecuador ‘would love to have US forces’ helping in gang crackdown, president says

Ecuador ‘would love to have US forces’ helping in gang crackdown, president says
Americas|Health|US

Texas says measles cases rise further, CDC sends more help

The Texas health department reported 561 cases of measles in the state on Tuesday, an increase of 20 from April 11, as the U.S.

Texas says measles cases rise further, CDC sends more help
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge orders Trump officials to testify about efforts to return wrongly deported man

A U.S. judge on Tuesday demanded U.S. officials provide documents and answer questions under oath about what it had done to secure the

Judge orders Trump officials to testify about efforts to return wrongly deported man
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US judge presses Trump administration on its refusal to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia

A federal judge says she will order sworn testimony by Trump administration officials to determine if they complied with her orders to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

US judge presses Trump administration on its refusal to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Americas|Political|US

US transfers land on Mexican border to the Army to prevent illegal crossings

The Trump administration announced an emergency transfer of nearly 110,000 acres of federal land along the U.S.-Mexico border to the Army to help prevent illegal immigration, the Interior

US transfers land on Mexican border to the Army to prevent illegal crossings
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil sees worsening debt outlook despite rising primary surplus targets

Brazil's government on Tuesday projected a sharp rise in gross debt despite an outlook for an improving primary balance, including a 0.25% of gross domestic

Brazil sees worsening debt outlook despite rising primary surplus targets
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Argentina bumper wheat harvest could hit record if export tax cuts extended

Argentina's major Buenos Aires grains exchange, already forecasting a bumper wheat crop, could raise its estimates even higher if a temporary export tax

Argentina bumper wheat harvest could hit record if export tax cuts extended
Americas|Crime|US

Multiple people fired weapons in shooting at an Arkansas park that killed 2, police say

Police say multiple people fired weapons during a weekend shooting at a city park in Arkansas that killed two and injured nine others

Multiple people fired weapons in shooting at an Arkansas park that killed 2, police say
Americas|Sports|US

Dolphins pursuing trade options for All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey

The Miami Dolphins are pursuing trade options for All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey, general manager Chris Grier confirmed on Tuesday

Dolphins pursuing trade options for All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey
Americas|Election|Political|World

Ecuador's Noboa faces tough future with the legislature. Can his mom help?

Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa - a millennial business heir who won a new term on Sunday by an unexpectedly wide margin - may struggle to push bills through

Ecuador's Noboa faces tough future with the legislature. Can his mom help?
Africa|Americas|Europe|Political|World

Enough talk, time for action, CARICOM official says on slavery reparations

The push for slavery reparations is at a defining moment, a Caribbean Community official said on the second day of a United Nations forum, adding it was time to step up

Enough talk, time for action, CARICOM official says on slavery reparations
Americas|Education|Political|US

Canadian universities report jump in US applicants as Trump cuts funding

More students living in the United States are applying to Canadian universities or expressing interest in studying north of the border as U.S

Canadian universities report jump in US applicants as Trump cuts funding
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Mexico confident it can renew tomato agreement with US

The Mexican government said on Tuesday it hopes to begin talks with the United States to renew a bilateral agreement on Mexican tomato exports from which Washington has said it

Mexico confident it can renew tomato agreement with US
Africa|Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates
Americas|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas armed wing says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-US hostage Alexander

The armed wing of Hamas said on Tuesday it had lost contact with a group of militants holding Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander in the Gaza

Hamas armed wing says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-US hostage Alexander
Americas|Business|Economy|World

China's Cofco hiring dozens in farm powerhouse Brazil

Cofco International, which is building its biggest export port terminal in the world in Brazil, said on Tuesday China's state-run food group is recruiting

China's Cofco hiring dozens in farm powerhouse Brazil
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Brazil auto market offers warning for US tariff policy

When Brazil hiked trade barriers in its auto market over a decade ago, the government promised more local manufacturing, reliable jobs

Brazil auto market offers warning for US tariff policy
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Colorado judge puts temporary hold on deportations sought by Trump under Alien Enemies Act

A federal judge has put a temporary hold on deportations of immigrants in Colorado who face possible removal under President Donald Trump's invocation of an 18th century law known as the Alien Enemies Act

Colorado judge puts temporary hold on deportations sought by Trump under Alien Enemies Act
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump says he wants to imprison US citizens in El Salvador. That's likely illegal

President Donald Trump keeps talking about sending U.S. citizens who commit violent crimes to prison in El Salvador

Trump says he wants to imprison US citizens in El Salvador. That's likely illegal
Americas|Crime|US|World

'None of us have slept': Family searching for sister missing from capsized boat

'None of us have slept': Family searching for sister missing from capsized boat

'None of us have slept': Family searching for sister missing from capsized boat
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Peru economy undershoots expectations in February

Peru's economy grew 2.68% in February, data from the nation's INEI statistics agency showed on Tuesday, falling short of estimates despite most sectors logging growth.

Peru economy undershoots expectations in February
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Mexico negotiating with its northern states to send more water to US, Sheinbaum says

Mexico's federal government is negotiating with its northern states to send more water to the United States, the country's president said on Tuesday, after its historic

Mexico negotiating with its northern states to send more water to US, Sheinbaum says
Americas|Business|Economy

Canadian home sales post weakest March since 2009 on tariff uncertainty

Canadian home sales and house prices declined in March, while the outlook for the full year turned less rosy, as U.S.-led global trade tensions threatened to upend

Canadian home sales post weakest March since 2009 on tariff uncertainty
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Apple airlifted iPhones worth a record $2 billion from India in March as Trump tariffs loomed

Apple's main India suppliers Foxconn and Tata shipped nearly $2 billion worth of iPhones to the United States in March, an all-time high, as

Apple airlifted iPhones worth a record $2 billion from India in March as Trump tariffs loomed
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Canada to spare automakers, other sectors from some tariffs on US imports

Canada will allow some relief to domestically-based automakers and manufacturers in specific sectors from counter-tariffs provided they meet certain conditions, the Finance Ministry

Canada to spare automakers, other sectors from some tariffs on US imports
Americas|Election|Political

EU observers "categorically" reject Ecuador election fraud allegations

European Union observers said on Tuesday that they "categorically" reject allegations of fraud in Ecuador's Sunday presidential elections, joining a chorus of

EU observers "categorically" reject Ecuador election fraud allegations
Americas|Sports

PWHL picks Ottawa to host 3rd draft in June, with Wisconsin's Casey O'Brien among top prospects

The PWHL will hold its third annual entry draft in Ottawa on June 24, with University of Wisconsin’s Casey O’Brien anticipated to be one of the top selections following her MVP senior season

PWHL picks Ottawa to host 3rd draft in June, with Wisconsin's Casey O'Brien among top prospects
Americas|Election|Political|World

Exiled Nicaraguan opposition leader sees dwindling options for democracy

A clandestine opposition movement remains active in Nicaragua, but options for restoring democracy in the Central American country are dwindling

Exiled Nicaraguan opposition leader sees dwindling options for democracy
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Canadian housing starts post surprise decline in March

Canadian housing starts declined 3.3% in March compared with the previous month, data from the national housing agency showed on Tuesday.

Canadian housing starts post surprise decline in March
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Instant View: Canada's annual inflation eases to 2.3% in March

Canada's annual inflation rate fell to 2.3% in March from 2.6% in February, helped by lower gasoline and travel tour prices.

Instant View: Canada's annual inflation eases to 2.3% in March
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil's Gol postpones deadline for proposed $1.9 billion financing

Brazilian airline Gol has postponed the deadline for investors to analyze proposals for a $1.9 billion financing, it said in a statement on Tuesday, citing the volatility created

Brazil's Gol postpones deadline for proposed $1.9 billion financing
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Travel

Canada's inflation surprisingly slows to 2.3% in March

Canada's annual inflation surprisingly slowed in March to 2.3%, three notches below the prior month, largely helped by lower gasoline and travel tour prices, data

Canada's inflation surprisingly slows to 2.3% in March
Americas|Health|Political

Bolsonaro remains in ICU with no schedule for discharge, says medical note

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro remains in the intensive care unit with no forecast for discharge after undergoing a complex surgery, a medical note from DF Star

Bolsonaro remains in ICU with no schedule for discharge, says medical note
Americas|Economy|Education|Environment|US

Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide

Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide

Chicago's Working Bikes gets bicycles to people in need at home and worldwide
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Amendment to Peru law raises fears of Amazon rainforest destruction

A recent amendment to Peru’s Forestry and Wildlife Law has sparked intense backlash from environmental groups and Indigenous organizations

Amendment to Peru law raises fears of Amazon rainforest destruction
Americas|Environment|Health|Science

Volcanic ash is a silent killer, more so than lava: What Alaska needs to know with Mount Spurr likely to erupt

When volcanoes like Alaska’s Mount Spurr erupt, the ash can damage people’s lungs, smother crops and kill animals, and the harm can continue to spread long afterward.

Volcanic ash is a silent killer, more so than lava: What Alaska needs to know with Mount Spurr likely to erupt
Americas|Health|Science|US

How bird flu differs from seasonal flu − an infectious disease researcher explains

Avian influenza infections in the US have been rising over the past year, but there’s no evidence so far that people can infect each other with this strain of the virus.

How bird flu differs from seasonal flu − an infectious disease researcher explains
Americas|Sports

Concerns mount at Red Bull after Verstappen's 'catastrophe' as F1 heads to Saudi Arabia

Max Verstappen and Red Bull are one of Formula 1’s all-time most successful partnerships

Concerns mount at Red Bull after Verstappen's 'catastrophe' as F1 heads to Saudi Arabia
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Lawyers say El Salvador blocks access to detained Venezuelans

Lawyers challenging the incarceration in El Salvador of more than 200 Venezuelans deported by the U.S. said the Salvadoran government is

Lawyers say El Salvador blocks access to detained Venezuelans
Americas|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Britain's financial watchdog sets up in US and Asia to attract firms to UK

Britain's Financial Conduct Authority has appointed staff in the United States and the Asia-Pacific region for the first time, to help overseas firms to enter the British market and

Britain's financial watchdog sets up in US and Asia to attract firms to UK
Africa|Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Criticism grows around proposed 64-team World Cup in 2030

Criticism grows around proposed 64-team World Cup in 2030

Criticism grows around proposed 64-team World Cup in 2030
Africa|Americas|Business|Economy|MidEast

Oil price drop turns up heat on emerging market crude exporters

A steep drop in crude oil prices largely due to U.S.

Oil price drop turns up heat on emerging market crude exporters
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Inflation, currency woes worsen Venezuela's complex crisis as Maduro declares 'economic emergency'

Erick Ojeda has no money

Inflation, currency woes worsen Venezuela's complex crisis as Maduro declares 'economic emergency'
Americas|Asia|Political|World

Chinese embassy criticises US treasury secretary for 'smearing' China

The Chinese embassy in Argentina has called out U.S.

Chinese embassy criticises US treasury secretary for 'smearing' China
Americas|Crime|Political|US

What to know about Abrego Garcia’s deportation case as White House and Bukele make clear he won’t be returned to US

What to know about Abrego Garcia’s deportation case as White House and Bukele make clear he won’t be returned to US

What to know about Abrego Garcia’s deportation case as White House and Bukele make clear he won’t be returned to US
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

US Treasury's Bessent backs Argentina's economic reforms with eye on China

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent backs Argentina's economic reforms with eye on China
Americas|Asia|Environment|Political|World

New Zealand, US partnership remains important, says NZ Foreign Minister

New Zealand’s partnership with the United States remains one of its most important, particularly when seen in the light of joint interests in the Pacific and the evolving

New Zealand, US partnership remains important, says NZ Foreign Minister
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil fintech Meliuz proposes expanding bitcoin reserves strategy

Brazilian fintech Meliuz said on Monday it will propose expanding its bitcoin reserves strategy, aiming to make the cryptocurrency the main strategic asset in the firm's treasury

Brazil fintech Meliuz proposes expanding bitcoin reserves strategy
Americas|Political|US

Despite a court order, White House bars AP from Oval Office event

The Trump administration has turned a reporter and photographer from The Associated Press away from covering an Oval Office news conference involving President Donald Trump and El Salvador President Nayib Bukele

Despite a court order, White House bars AP from Oval Office event
Americas|Election|Political

What to know about Ecuador's reelected President Noboa and his plans to fight crime

Daniel Noboa stunned voters in 2023 when he won a snap election for a 16-month presidency after only a brief stint as a lawmaker and with no established political machinery

What to know about Ecuador's reelected President Noboa and his plans to fight crime
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|World

Death toll in Dominican Republic disaster nears 250, nightclub faces lawsuits

The death toll at last week's nightclub roof collapse in the capital of the Dominican Republic rose to 231, the Minister of Interior and Police said on Monday, as

Death toll in Dominican Republic disaster nears 250, nightclub faces lawsuits
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Haiti approves "war time budget" as criminal gangs wreak havoc

Haiti's transitional presidential council has approved on Monday an exceptional "war time budget" to address what it called a security and social emergency as armed gangs

Haiti approves "war time budget" as criminal gangs wreak havoc
Americas|Business|Economy|Food|Political

Declining prices clear way for Brazil to raise biodiesel blend to 15%, industry group says

Declining vegetable oil prices are clearing the way for Brazil to increase its mandatory biodiesel blend into diesel to 15%, up from 14%, Daniel Amaral, the

Declining prices clear way for Brazil to raise biodiesel blend to 15%, industry group says
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

El Salvador's Bukele says he will not return man the US mistakenly deported

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele said at the White House on Monday he had no plans to return a man mistakenly deported from the

El Salvador's Bukele says he will not return man the US mistakenly deported
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Haiti's government adopts a 'war budget' as town after town falls to gangs

Haiti’s government says it's adopted what it called a “war budget” of $275,000 aimed at alleviating the country’s crisis as gang violence surges

Haiti's government adopts a 'war budget' as town after town falls to gangs
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil central bank says 'unclogging' monetary policy channels is a challenge

Brazilian central bank executive director Rogerio Lucca said on Monday that unclogging the transmission channels of monetary policy is a potential challenge, highlighting that

Brazil central bank says 'unclogging' monetary policy channels is a challenge
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

US says most tomatoes imported from Mexico to face 21% duty from July 14

The U.S.

US says most tomatoes imported from Mexico to face 21% duty from July 14
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

JBS sets tentative dates for US listing vote, share trading in NY

JBS SA, the world's largest meat-packer, appears to have moved a step closer to obtaining the necessary approvals for a primary listing of

JBS sets tentative dates for US listing vote, share trading in NY
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Political

Support dwindles for leftist's call for Ecuador election recount

Support for Ecuadorean leftist Luisa Gonzalez's call for a recount in the country's presidential election was dwindling on Monday, as a growing number of

Support dwindles for leftist's call for Ecuador election recount
Americas|Health|Political|World

Doctors warn of slow recovery for Bolsonaro after gut surgery

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro began a delicate recovery in intensive care on Monday after a tricky 12-hour surgery for

Doctors warn of slow recovery for Bolsonaro after gut surgery
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|US

El Salvador President Bukele says he won't be releasing a Maryland man back to the US

President Donald Trump’s top advisers and El Salvador president Nayib Bukele say that they have no basis for the small Central American nation to return a Maryland man who was wrongly deported there last month

El Salvador President Bukele says he won't be releasing a Maryland man back to the US
Americas|Sports|US

Yankees' Aaron Judge to be US captain at 2026 World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge will be the U.S. captain at next year’s World Baseball Classic, the same role the two-time American League Most Valuable Player fills with the New York Yankees

Yankees' Aaron Judge to be US captain at 2026 World Baseball Classic
Americas|Arts|Political|World

Peru mourns death of Nobel laureate writer Vargas Llosa

Peruvians mourned the death on Monday of lauded writer Mario Vargas Llosa, winner of the Nobel Prize for literature and a former presidential candidate.

Peru mourns death of Nobel laureate writer Vargas Llosa
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Argentina peso tumbles as Wall St cheers FX controls easing, IMF deal

Argentina's peso slid 10% on Monday to near 1,200 per dollar after the country undid large parts of its currency and capital

Argentina peso tumbles as Wall St cheers FX controls easing, IMF deal
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Army to control land on Mexico border as part of base, migrants could be detained, officials say

A long sliver of federal land along the U.S.-Mexico border that President Donald Trump is turning over to the Department of Defense would be controlled by the Army as part of a base, a move that could allow troops to detain any trespassers, including migrants

US Army to control land on Mexico border as part of base, migrants could be detained, officials say
Americas|Crime|US

KHP releases names of 8 people killed in 71-vehicle dust storm pileup

KHP releases names of 8 people killed in 71-vehicle dust storm pileup

KHP releases names of 8 people killed in 71-vehicle dust storm pileup
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump calls for deporting some citizens to El Salvador, testing US law

President Donald Trump said on Monday he wants to deport some violent criminals who are U.S. citizens to Salvadoran prisons, a move that

Trump calls for deporting some citizens to El Salvador, testing US law
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says new Russian missile, bomb attack hits Sumy, after strike kills 35

Ukraine's Air Force said a new Russian missile and guided bombs targeted the city of Sumy in northeastern Ukraine on Monday evening, a day after a missile strike killed 35 people in the

Ukraine says new Russian missile, bomb attack hits Sumy, after strike kills 35
Americas|Business|Sports

Montreal-born Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signs $500-million, 14-year deal to stay in 'second house'

Calling Canada his “second house,” slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signed his $500-million, 14-year contract with the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday

Montreal-born Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signs $500-million, 14-year deal to stay in 'second house'
Americas|Business|Economy|Food|World

Argentina farmers focus on harvest over sales despite currency boost

Argentina's grain industry welcomed an exchange-rate overhaul on Monday, though the new measures will likely not translate into immediate sales as the harvest remains behind

Argentina farmers focus on harvest over sales despite currency boost
Americas|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

KKR signs $3.1 billion deal to buy post-trade services venture from S&P Global, CME

KKR will buy a joint venture of S&P Global and CME Group in a $3.1 billion deal, marking the U.S. private equity firm's second acquisition in less

KKR signs $3.1 billion deal to buy post-trade services venture from S&P Global, CME
Americas|Crime|Political|US

White House and Bukele make clear Abrego Garcia won’t be returned to US

White House and Bukele make clear Abrego Garcia won’t be returned to US

White House and Bukele make clear Abrego Garcia won’t be returned to US
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Mexico's finance minister to ask banks to lower interest rates, president says

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday that she had instructed Finance Minister Edgar Amador to speak with banks so they can lower interest rates for both

Mexico's finance minister to ask banks to lower interest rates, president says
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil hikes income tax exemption to reflect higher minimum wage

Brazil's government raised the individual income tax exemption threshold to the equivalent of two minimum wages, updating a benefit that was in place last year to reflect this

Brazil hikes income tax exemption to reflect higher minimum wage
Americas|Science|US

Earthquake brings widespread shaking across Southern California

Earthquake brings widespread shaking across Southern California

Earthquake brings widespread shaking across Southern California
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Carrefour Brasil posts 3.6% increase in gross sales

Carrefour Brasil's gross sales in the first quarter including fuel totaled 28.8 billion reais ($4.93 billion), a 3.6% increase from a year earlier, the retailer said in a

Carrefour Brasil posts 3.6% increase in gross sales
Africa|Americas|Political|World

Colombia's VP calls on former colonial powers to confront past as UN forum opens

Colombia's Vice President Francia Marquez, an advocate of slavery reparations, urged former colonial powers to take responsibility for their past wrongs and called for a

Colombia's VP calls on former colonial powers to confront past as UN forum opens
Americas|Business|Crime|Health|US

Novo Nordisk warns consumers about counterfeit versions of Ozempic in US

Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk said on Monday several hundred counterfeit units of its diabetes drug Ozempic were being distributed outside its authorized supply chain in the United States.

Novo Nordisk warns consumers about counterfeit versions of Ozempic in US
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Brazil economy set to decelerate in second half of 2025 on high interest rates, trade worries: Reuters Poll

Brazil's economic growth is expected to slow down in the second half of 2025, encumbered by high interest rates and worries about the U.S.-led global trade shake-up, a

Brazil economy set to decelerate in second half of 2025 on high interest rates, trade worries: Reuters Poll
Americas|Election|Health|Political|World

Brazil's Bolsonaro recovering after 12-hour surgery

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is recovering after undergoing surgery on Sunday, his

Brazil's Bolsonaro recovering after 12-hour surgery
Americas|Health|Political

Brazil's Bolsonaro remains in intensive care after 12-hour surgery

Brazilian doctors say that former President Jair Bolsonaro is conscious and remains in intensive care following a 12-hour bowel obstruction surgery the day prior

Brazil's Bolsonaro remains in intensive care after 12-hour surgery
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|US

NextDecade strikes LNG supply deal with TotalEnergies for 1.5 million tonnes annually

U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) producer NextDecade said on Monday it has signed a 20-year deal to supply France's TotalEnergies with 1.5 million tonnes per annum (

NextDecade strikes LNG supply deal with TotalEnergies for 1.5 million tonnes annually
Americas|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

No breakthrough in Gaza talks, Egyptian and Palestinian sources say

The latest round of talks in Cairo to restore the defunct Gaza ceasefire and free Israeli hostages ended with no

No breakthrough in Gaza talks, Egyptian and Palestinian sources say
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

What do we know about Argentina's IMF deal and FX policy?

Argentina has sealed a $20 billion extended fund facility (EFF) with the International Monetary Fund and dismantled large parts of its currency controls as

What do we know about Argentina's IMF deal and FX policy?
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Bank of Canada is more likely to halt interest rate cuts after tariff pause

The Bank of Canada is likely to pause its rate-cutting cycle this week as rising inflation, weakened employment and U.S.

Bank of Canada is more likely to halt interest rate cuts after tariff pause
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

World Bank announces $12 billion support package for Argentina

(Repeats story issued on April 11 with no changes to text.)

World Bank announces $12 billion support package for Argentina
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Reuters poll: Rising Canada recession risk to trigger at least two more rate cuts this year 

Growing recession risks to Canada from the U.S.-led trade war will push the Bank of Canada to cut interest rates at least twice more this year, although a

Reuters poll: Rising Canada recession risk to trigger at least two more rate cuts this year 
Americas|Political|US

Trump administration insists it isn’t required to work with El Salvador to bring back man mistakenly deported

Trump administration insists it isn’t required to work with El Salvador to bring back man mistakenly deported

Trump administration insists it isn’t required to work with El Salvador to bring back man mistakenly deported
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Travel|World

Air ‘traffic is back’: These are the world’s 10 busiest airports

Air ‘traffic is back’: These are the world’s 10 busiest airports

Air ‘traffic is back’: These are the world’s 10 busiest airports
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump officials push immigrant gang message, but sometimes don't back it up in court

As U.S.

Trump officials push immigrant gang message, but sometimes don't back it up in court
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Argentina's peso: where's the currency headed after FX regime overhaul?

The question on every trader's lips in Argentina: How much will the peso be worth on Monday morning?

Argentina's peso: where's the currency headed after FX regime overhaul?
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Holcim spin-off of North American business planned for June

The planned spin-off of Holcim's North American business should take place in June, subject to the approval of shareholders at its May 14 annual general meeting, the Swiss building

Holcim spin-off of North American business planned for June
Americas|Crime|Election|Political

Daniel Noboa is reelected Ecuador's president by voters weary of crime

Ecuadorian voters have reelected President Daniel Noboa, a conservative young millionaire with a divisive no-holds-barred crimefighting record

Daniel Noboa is reelected Ecuador's president by voters weary of crime
Americas|Crime|Election|Political

Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa declared election winner as rival demands recount

Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa declared election winner as rival demands recount

Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa declared election winner as rival demands recount
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration says it is not required to help wrongly deported man return to US

U.S. officials said in court filings on Sunday that they were not obligated to help a Maryland resident get out of prison in El Salvador after he was erroneously deported,

Trump administration says it is not required to help wrongly deported man return to US
Americas|Crime|Economy|Election|Political

Noboa says no doubt about his victory in Ecuador vote as rival demands recount

Ecuador's national electoral council on Sunday declared President Daniel Noboa the winner of the country's presidential race, after he held a steady

Noboa says no doubt about his victory in Ecuador vote as rival demands recount
Americas|Business|Economy|Food|Political|World

Indian shrimp industry sails in troubled waters after Trump tariffs

Turbulence unleashed by President Donald Trump's tariffs could rock global shipments

Indian shrimp industry sails in troubled waters after Trump tariffs
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political

Peruvian writer and Nobel Prize winner Mario Vargas Llosa dies aged 89

Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, who enchanted readers with his intellectual rigor and lyrical prose for five decades and came close to being president of his country, died on

Peruvian writer and Nobel Prize winner Mario Vargas Llosa dies aged 89
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|World

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate, dies at 89

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate and a giant of Latin American letters for many decades, has died, his son said Sunday

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate, dies at 89
Americas|Health|Political

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro undergoes new surgery for bowel obstruction

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has undergone a new surgery for a bowel obstruction and doctors in Brasilia say the procedure ended late Sunday after more than 12 hours

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro undergoes new surgery for bowel obstruction
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Lithuanian and Cal Bears star Mykolas Alekna sets world record with a 247-plus feet throw

Mykolas Alekna surpassed his world record in the discus twice on Sunday

Lithuanian and Cal Bears star Mykolas Alekna sets world record with a 247-plus feet throw
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US still won't say whether it will return mistakenly deported man, despite Supreme Court decision

The Trump administration is doubling down on its decision not to tell a federal court whether it has any plans to repatriate a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported last month and remains confined in a notorious prison in El Salvador

US still won't say whether it will return mistakenly deported man, despite Supreme Court decision
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

US downs defending champion Canada 2-1 to stay perfect at women’s hockey worlds

The United States downed defending champion Canada 2-1 at the women’s hockey world championship in a matchup of the game’s global powers

US downs defending champion Canada 2-1 to stay perfect at women’s hockey worlds
Americas|Crime|US

At least 6 hurt in a house explosion in Austin, Texas

At least 6 hurt in a house explosion in Austin, Texas

At least 6 hurt in a house explosion in Austin, Texas
Americas|Crime|US|World

US deports another 10 gang members to El Salvador, Rubio says

The U.S. has deported another 10 people that it alleges are gang members to El Salvador, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Sunday, a day before that country's president is

US deports another 10 gang members to El Salvador, Rubio says
Americas|Australia|Sports|World

Oscar Piastri takes impressive win at Bahrain Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri takes impressive win at Bahrain Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri takes impressive win at Bahrain Grand Prix
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|US

South Korea's POSCO considers joining Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion steel plant project in US, reports say

South Korean steelmaker POSCO is considering joining a project by Hyundai Steel to build a $5.8 billion plant in Louisiana as the country's steel industry tries to respond to U.S.

South Korea's POSCO considers joining Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion steel plant project in US, reports say
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says instant results not possible after Trump demands Ukraine progress

The Kremlin said on Sunday contacts with U.S.

Kremlin says instant results not possible after Trump demands Ukraine progress
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US State Department says deported Maryland resident 'alive and secure' in El Salvador

The U.S. State Department said on Saturday a Maryland resident deported to El Salvador is "alive and secure" in a terrorism confinement center there, after a U.S.

US State Department says deported Maryland resident 'alive and secure' in El Salvador
Americas|Health|Political|World

Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro hospitalized with abdominal pain related to old stab wound

Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro hospitalized with abdominal pain related to old stab wound

Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro hospitalized with abdominal pain related to old stab wound
Americas|Health|Political

Brazil’s former president Bolsonaro transferred to Brasilia after hospitalization for abdominal pain

Doctors say former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is being transferred by medical aircraft from northeastern Brazil to the capital Brasilia after being hospitalized with abdominal pain

Brazil’s former president Bolsonaro transferred to Brasilia after hospitalization for abdominal pain
Americas|Sports

Rory McIlroy has masterful start at Augusta and closes in on career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy is one round away from the green jacket and career Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy has masterful start at Augusta and closes in on career Grand Slam
Americas|Election|Health|Political

Brazil's Bolsonaro may need new surgery after being hospitalized

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro may undergo a new surgery, which would be his fifth since being stabbed while campaigning in 2018, after feeling strong abdominal pain during an

Brazil's Bolsonaro may need new surgery after being hospitalized
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|US

KKR nears deal to buy OSTTRA for about $3 billion, Bloomberg News reports

U.S.-based private equity firm KKR is nearing a deal to buy OSTTRA for about $3 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Saturday, citing people familiar with the matter.

KKR nears deal to buy OSTTRA for about $3 billion, Bloomberg News reports
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Health|Political|Sports|World

Dominican club collapse death toll rises to 226 after woman pulled from rubble dies in hospital

Health officials say one woman hospitalized after being rescued from the rubble of a roof collapse at a popular nightclub in the Dominican Republic died on Saturday

Dominican club collapse death toll rises to 226 after woman pulled from rubble dies in hospital
Americas|Crime|US

Tractor-trailer leads chase resulting in crash, injuries; Texas driver charged with DWI

Tractor-trailer leads chase resulting in crash, injuries; Texas driver charged with DWI

Tractor-trailer leads chase resulting in crash, injuries; Texas driver charged with DWI
Americas|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|US

Man accused of performing unlicensed cosmetic surgery that left woman disfigured

Man accused of performing unlicensed cosmetic surgery that left woman disfigured

Man accused of performing unlicensed cosmetic surgery that left woman disfigured
Americas|Arts|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Travel

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Kilmar Abrego Garcia was mistakenly deported. In a tense hearing, DOJ wouldn’t say where he is. What happens next?

Kilmar Abrego Garcia was mistakenly deported. In a tense hearing, DOJ wouldn’t say where he is. What happens next?

Kilmar Abrego Garcia was mistakenly deported. In a tense hearing, DOJ wouldn’t say where he is. What happens next?
Americas|Crime|Political|US

A Maryland mother was detained by ICE nearly two weeks ago. So far, no evidence has been provided

A Maryland mother was detained by ICE nearly two weeks ago. So far, no evidence has been provided

A Maryland mother was detained by ICE nearly two weeks ago. So far, no evidence has been provided
Americas|Political|US|World

Trump ends protected status for thousands of Afghans, Cameroonians

The Trump administration has terminated temporary deportation protections for thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians in the U.S., a U.S.

Trump ends protected status for thousands of Afghans, Cameroonians
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

World Bank to announce $12 billion financing package for Argentina, source says

The World Bank is poised to announce a $12 billion financing package for Argentina on Friday, supplementing the International Monetary Fund's expected approval of a $20 billion

World Bank to announce $12 billion financing package for Argentina, source says
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|World

Dominican Republic issues official report on collapse that killed 221

The Dominican government released a report on Friday on the deadly roof collapse at a packed nightclub earlier this week that left at least 221 people dead.

Dominican Republic issues official report on collapse that killed 221
Americas|Political|US

Asked on deported Salvadoran man, Trump says he would follow Supreme Court order

President Donald Trump, when asked about a Salvadoran man deported from the United States in error, on Friday told reporters that he would follow what the Supreme

Asked on deported Salvadoran man, Trump says he would follow Supreme Court order
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

IMF approves $20 billion extended fund facility arrangement for Argentina

The International Monetary Fund's board approved a 48-month, $20 billion extended fund facility arrangement for Argentina and the immediate disbursement of $12 billion, the fund said on

IMF approves $20 billion extended fund facility arrangement for Argentina
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

What economists say about Argentina's FX reforms and IMF deal

Argentina's central bank has announced a major overhaul to the country's exchange rate policy, unleashing the peso and dismantling its

What economists say about Argentina's FX reforms and IMF deal
Americas|Economy|Political

Argentina and the IMF: a troubled history

In December 1958, Argentina, battling inflation and weak reserves, agreed a $75-million loan with the International Monetary Fund, its first deal with the Washington-

Argentina and the IMF: a troubled history
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Argentina seals $20 billion IMF deal, tears down currency controls

Argentina sealed a $20 billion, 48-month Extended Fund Facility deal with the International Monetary Fund on Friday and, in a major

Argentina seals $20 billion IMF deal, tears down currency controls
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political|World

In key milestones for President Milei, Argentina secures IMF deal and ends most capital controls

President Javier Milei says that he will lift most of the country’s strict capital and currency controls next week, a high-stakes gamble made possible by a new loan from the International Monetary Fund

In key milestones for President Milei, Argentina secures IMF deal and ends most capital controls
Americas|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

Giant rodents cuddle with visitors at the Capybara Cafe in Florida

Animal lovers now have a place to hang out with the “it” animals of the moment

Giant rodents cuddle with visitors at the Capybara Cafe in Florida
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Mexico to send water to Texas farmers as US treaty threat grows

Mexico will make an immediate water delivery to farmers in Texas, President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Friday, to help make up its shortfall

Mexico to send water to Texas farmers as US treaty threat grows
Americas|Health|Political

Former Brazil President Bolsonaro hospitalized with abdominal pain

Former President Jair Bolsonaro was stable and without symptoms after being hospitalized earlier on Friday in northeast Brazil with abdominal pain, forcing him to break off a regional tour

Former Brazil President Bolsonaro hospitalized with abdominal pain
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

US envoy Witkoff meets Putin as Trump tells Moscow to 'get moving' on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff held talks with President Vladimir Putin on Friday in St.

US envoy Witkoff meets Putin as Trump tells Moscow to 'get moving' on Ukraine
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Chevron's Venezuelan oil cargoes canceled, stalled amid payment uncertainty

At least two vessels carrying Venezuelan crude chartered by Chevron are stalled due to state oil company PDVSA canceling their export authorizations, according to shipping data and

Chevron's Venezuelan oil cargoes canceled, stalled amid payment uncertainty
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Indian gas firm GAIL seeks 26% stake in US LNG

GAIL India Ltd issued a tender on Friday to buy an up to 26% stake in a liquefied natural gas project in the United States combined with a 15-year gas import deal,

Indian gas firm GAIL seeks 26% stake in US LNG
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF staff-level agreement with Honduras set to unlock around $155 million

The International Monetary Fund said on Friday it had reached a staff-level agreement with Honduras that would result in the disbursement of around $155 million should the board

IMF staff-level agreement with Honduras set to unlock around $155 million
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Peru economy to face moderate impact from US tariffs, central bank says

Newly implemented U.S. tariffs will have a moderate impact on Peru's economy, the chief economist of the Andean nation's central bank said on

Peru economy to face moderate impact from US tariffs, central bank says
Americas|Asia|Business|Political|World

Xi and Lula step up meetings, firming China-Brazil ties with eyes on Trump

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will travel to China next month for his third meeting with President Xi Jinping since taking office in 2023,

Xi and Lula step up meetings, firming China-Brazil ties with eyes on Trump
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment

Argentina soy, once parched, now has too much rain

Drenched Argentine fields due to heavy rains in the country's farm heartland are raising fears of soybean losses and delayed sales of the 2024/25 crop,

Argentina soy, once parched, now has too much rain
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Lower oil prices could sink Ecopetrol's full-year profits by $2.8 billion, president warns

Lower oil prices could reduce Colombian state-run oil firm Ecopetrol's profits by up to 12 trillion pesos ($2.76 billion) this year, the company's president

Lower oil prices could sink Ecopetrol's full-year profits by $2.8 billion, president warns
Americas|Political|US

Trump authorizes military to take control of federal land along US southern border

Trump authorizes military to take control of federal land along US southern border

Trump authorizes military to take control of federal land along US southern border
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Health|World

53 frantic hours of searching for survivors after the roof collapses at an iconic Dominican club

A roof collapse at the legendary Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo has plunged the Dominican Republic into mourning

53 frantic hours of searching for survivors after the roof collapses at an iconic Dominican club
Americas|Crime|World

The baby at the heart of an investigation into an alleged Russian cult leader in Argentina

The baby at the heart of an investigation into an alleged Russian cult leader in Argentina

The baby at the heart of an investigation into an alleged Russian cult leader in Argentina
Americas|Crime|Political|US

'Extremely troubling' that US can't provide details on mistakenly deported man, judge says

Lawyers for the Trump administration say they are unable to provide information on the location and status of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to a notorious prison in El Salvador

'Extremely troubling' that US can't provide details on mistakenly deported man, judge says
Americas|Political|US

Texas Army base chosen to house migrants, defense officials say

Texas Army base chosen to house migrants, defense officials say

Texas Army base chosen to house migrants, defense officials say
Americas|Crime|US

3 killed and 1 injured when plane crashes in South Florida near a major highway

Officials say three people were killed and one was injured when a small plane crashed Friday morning in South Florida near a major interstate highway and pushed a car onto railroad tracks

3 killed and 1 injured when plane crashes in South Florida near a major highway
Americas|Crime|Economy|Election|Political

Incumbent, leftist to face off in tight Ecuador race dominated by crime and job concerns

Ecuadoreans will head to the polls on Sunday to cast ballots in what is expected to be an extremely tight race for president, with both incumbent Daniel Noboa

Incumbent, leftist to face off in tight Ecuador race dominated by crime and job concerns
Americas|Business|Economy|MidEast

Abu Dhabi's ADNOC mulls bid for Aethon's US natgas assets, source says

Abu Dhabi state oil company ADNOC is in the early stages of considering a bid for investment firm Aethon Energy Management's U.S. natural gas assets, according to a person familiar with

Abu Dhabi's ADNOC mulls bid for Aethon's US natgas assets, source says
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration says man was deported to El Salvador in error

U.S.

Trump administration says man was deported to El Salvador in error
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

See the moment Russian-American Ksenia Karelina arrives in the US

Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-American woman who was serving 12-year prison sentence for treason in Russia, has landed in the United States. Her release was part of a prisoner swap in exchange for an accused smuggler held in the US.

See the moment Russian-American Ksenia Karelina arrives in the US
Americas|Arts|Europe|Food

Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient

The Conversation explores the origins of the long and interesting journey the Easter Bunny has taken from European prehistory to today.

Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient
Americas|Environment|World

Colombia's capital ends drought-related water rationing. Its case is a warning to other cities

Colombia’s capital has always seemed immune to water scarcity, nestled among cloud-kissed Andean peaks and known for steady rainfall

Colombia's capital ends drought-related water rationing. Its case is a warning to other cities
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Canadian exporters inquire on trade insurance as Trump's tariffs heighten risk

A little-known insurance product is gaining traction in Canada as exporters seek to guard against losses and bankruptcies of their suppliers and customers due to

Canadian exporters inquire on trade insurance as Trump's tariffs heighten risk
Americas|Business|Economy

Brazil economic activity beats forecasts in February, defies slowdown expectations

Brazil's economic activity rose more than expected in February, central bank data showed on Friday, despite expectations for a slowdown during one of the world's most aggressive

Brazil economic activity beats forecasts in February, defies slowdown expectations
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Maserati CEO says Stellantis remains committed to brand

Carmaker Stellantis remains committed to its ailing luxury brand Maserati even as U.S. tariffs complicate the situation for the automotive industry in general, the brand's head said

Maserati CEO says Stellantis remains committed to brand
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Argentina FX futures jittery as traders place bets ahead of IMF deal

Argentine peso futures have weakened sharply in recent days as traders place tentative bets on a faster depreciation of the embattled currency amid uncertainty over the

Argentina FX futures jittery as traders place bets ahead of IMF deal
Americas|Political|US

US Senate confirms Trump pick Caine as top US military officer

The U.S.

US Senate confirms Trump pick Caine as top US military officer
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political

China delays approval for Geely, BYD investment plans in Latin America, sources say

China is delaying approval for plans by Chinese automakers Geely and BYD to produce cars in Latin America as U.S. tariffs fuel trade and economic uncertainties, two people with knowledge

China delays approval for Geely, BYD investment plans in Latin America, sources say
Americas|Environment|Science|World

Chile monitors volcanic field after seismic swarm causes 160 quakes in 2 hours

A seismic swarm that caused 160 quakes in two hours at the Laguna del Maule volcanic field in central Chile earlier this week has put authorities and citizens on alert.

Chile monitors volcanic field after seismic swarm causes 160 quakes in 2 hours
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Pirelli says US investment plans on hold over Chinese shareholder

Pirelli has put on hold plans to invest further in the United States as it tries to smooth out tensions linked to having Chinese state-owned group Sinochem as its largest investor,

Pirelli says US investment plans on hold over Chinese shareholder
Americas|Europe|Health|Travel

Plane’s double diversion has passengers spending almost a full day on board

Plane’s double diversion has passengers spending almost a full day on board

Plane’s double diversion has passengers spending almost a full day on board
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Stellantis' first-quarter shipments fall 9% to 1.2 million vehicles

Stellantis' global shipments fell 9% year-on-year in the first quarter to an estimated 1.2 million vehicles, it said on Friday, after a 12% drop in 2024.

Stellantis' first-quarter shipments fall 9% to 1.2 million vehicles
Americas|Crime|Sports|World

Two fans die in Chile before a Copa Libertadores match between Colo Colo and Fortaleza

Two fans died before the start of a Copa Libertadores match between the host Colo Colo and Fortaleza of Brazil near Santiago’s estadio Monumental, a local prosecutor said

Two fans die in Chile before a Copa Libertadores match between Colo Colo and Fortaleza
Americas|Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Burials begin as the search ends for victims in the Dominican nightclub collapse that killed 221

The number of people killed when a roof collapsed at an iconic nightclub in the Dominican Republic has surged to 221

Burials begin as the search ends for victims in the Dominican nightclub collapse that killed 221
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Ksenia Karelina, a dual US-Russian national released by Moscow in prisoner swap, arrives in US

A Russian-American woman freed by Moscow has arrived back in the United States as part of a prisoner swap completed as the two countries aim to repair ties

Ksenia Karelina, a dual US-Russian national released by Moscow in prisoner swap, arrives in US
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court tells Trump administration to facilitate return of Salvadoran man deported in error

The U.S.

US Supreme Court tells Trump administration to facilitate return of Salvadoran man deported in error
Americas|Political|US

Judge will halt Trump administration from ending humanitarian parole for people from four countries

A federal judge says she will halt the Trump administration from ending a program that allowed Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans to temporarily live in the United States

Judge will halt Trump administration from ending humanitarian parole for people from four countries
Americas|Asia|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea establishes diplomatic relations with Syria, a longtime friend of rival North Korea

South Korea has established diplomatic relations with Syria’s new Islamist government months after longtime leader Bashar Assad was ousted

South Korea establishes diplomatic relations with Syria, a longtime friend of rival North Korea
Americas|Sports

Justin Rose holds lead after thrilling first round of the Masters

Justin Rose holds lead after thrilling first round of the Masters

Justin Rose holds lead after thrilling first round of the Masters
Americas|Crime|US

Video shows rescue efforts after helicopter crashes in Hudson River

Rescue efforts are underway after a helicopter crashed in the Hudson River, according to authorities on the scene.

Video shows rescue efforts after helicopter crashes in Hudson River
Americas|Crime|Political|US

What the Supreme Court’s ruling on man wrongly deported to El Salvador says about presidential authority and the rule of law

The high court ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of a Maryland man, Kilmar Abrego García, to the United States.

What the Supreme Court’s ruling on man wrongly deported to El Salvador says about presidential authority and the rule of law
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Venezuela's PDVSA suspends oil loading authorizations to Chevron, sources say

Venezuela's state oil company PDVSA has canceled several authorizations it had granted U.S.-based producer Chevron to load and export Venezuelan crude in April,

Venezuela's PDVSA suspends oil loading authorizations to Chevron, sources say
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court says Trump administration must work to bring back mistakenly deported Maryland man

The Supreme Court says the Trump administration must work to bring back a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, rejecting the administration’s emergency appeal

Supreme Court says Trump administration must work to bring back mistakenly deported Maryland man
Americas|Political|World

Brazil's Lula taps Pedro Lucas Fernandes as minister for communications

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva named lawmaker Pedro Lucas Fernandes as his new minister for communications, Government Institutional Relations Minister Gleisi

Brazil's Lula taps Pedro Lucas Fernandes as minister for communications
Americas|Sports|US

Justin Rose steals the Masters show and builds 3-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler

Justin Rose showed there's more than two players capable of winning a Masters green jacket

Justin Rose steals the Masters show and builds 3-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler
Americas|Political|US

Judge allows requirement that everyone in the US illegally must register to move forward

A federal judge is allowing the Trump administration to move forward with a requirement that everyone in the U.S. illegally must register with the federal government

Judge allows requirement that everyone in the US illegally must register to move forward
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|US

Gambian torture victims testify in US against a member of former dictator's military

An ex-military officer in Gambia and others have testified this week against a man on trial in the United States accused of conspiring to torture people accused of opposing the West African nation's longtime dictator

Gambian torture victims testify in US against a member of former dictator's military
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

US Treasury secretary to meet with Argentina's Milei on Monday

U.S.

US Treasury secretary to meet with Argentina's Milei on Monday
Americas|Business|Finance

UBS hires Evan Raine as head of media and telecom M&A for Americas

UBS Group has hired Evan Raine to head its media and telecoms mergers and acquisitions unit in the Americas to help the bank capture more market share from advising on deals

UBS hires Evan Raine as head of media and telecom M&A for Americas
Americas|Political|US

US judge to block Trump from revoking thousands of migrants' legal status

A federal judge said she will block President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday from revoking the temporary legal status of hundreds of thousands of Cubans,

US judge to block Trump from revoking thousands of migrants' legal status
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Lima grinds to a halt as Peru's transit workers demand action against crime surge

Public transport workers in Peru's capital of Lima went on strike on Thursday, stranding tens of thousands of people as they marched to Congress demanding action against a surging

Lima grinds to a halt as Peru's transit workers demand action against crime surge
Americas|Crime|US|World

Mexican police officer killed by American in Tijuana

A U.S. citizen shot and killed on Wednesday a top state Mexican police officer in an elite unit known as "the Gringo Hunters," which dedicates itself to

Mexican police officer killed by American in Tijuana
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela national assembly greenlights economic emergency decree

Venezuela's national assembly on Thursday passed a decree proposed by President Nicolas Maduro's government declaring a state of economic emergency in response to U.S. sanctions and tariffs

Venezuela national assembly greenlights economic emergency decree
Americas|Sports|US

Masters whiz kid: Jose Luis Ballester takes a different kind of relief and does No. 1 at No. 13

U.S. Amateur champion Jose Luis Ballester took a different kind of relief at the Masters

Masters whiz kid: Jose Luis Ballester takes a different kind of relief and does No. 1 at No. 13
Americas|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Canadian wanted for 2008 Mumbai attacks arrives in India after US extradition

A Pakistani-born Canadian businessman accused of helping orchestrate the 2008 attacks in Mumbai, one of India's deadliest, arrived in New Delhi on Thursday after the U.S.

Canadian wanted for 2008 Mumbai attacks arrives in India after US extradition
Americas|Sports|US

Alan Huss will leave High Point to become coach-in-waiting at Creighton, says it's a 'dream job'

High Point coach Alan Huss will return to Creighton as the head coach-in-waiting for whenever Greg McDermott decides to leave or retire

Alan Huss will leave High Point to become coach-in-waiting at Creighton, says it's a 'dream job'
Americas|Education|Political|US

Haskell Free Library opens new entrance for Canadian patrons

Haskell Free Library opens new entrance for Canadian patrons

Haskell Free Library opens new entrance for Canadian patrons
Americas|Crime|US

Helicopter crashes into Hudson River near Jersey City, at least 1 dead

Helicopter crashes into Hudson River near Jersey City, at least 1 dead

Helicopter crashes into Hudson River near Jersey City, at least 1 dead
Americas|Business|Economy

Copper output from Chile's Codelco slips 6% in February

Copper production from Chilean state-run miner Codelco dipped 6% year-over-year in February, data from copper commission Cochilco showed on Thursday, slipping to 98,100 metric tons

Copper output from Chile's Codelco slips 6% in February
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil to prioritize negotiation after US trade tariffs, official says

Brazil’s strategy to address extra tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump is to combine negotiations with the U.S. while it expands trade agreements with other countries, a top foreign trade official said Thursday

Brazil to prioritize negotiation after US trade tariffs, official says
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazilian lender BRB expects lower Banco Master price with deal adjustment, CEO says

The acquisition of some of lender Banco Master's assets by Brazil's government-controlled bank BRB is likely to exclude "much more" than 23 billion reais ($3.89 billion) in

Brazilian lender BRB expects lower Banco Master price with deal adjustment, CEO says
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Citi names insider Raymond Gatcliffe as CEO of Canada operations

Citigroup on Thursday named Raymond Gatcliffe, a three-decade company veteran, as the chief executive officer of its Canada operations.

Citi names insider Raymond Gatcliffe as CEO of Canada operations
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Modelo owner Constellation says Trump immigration crackdown hitting Hispanic customers

Modelo Especial owner Constellation Brands' beer sales are taking a hit as demand from Hispanic populations in key U.S. states slows down amid Trump's crackdown on

Modelo owner Constellation says Trump immigration crackdown hitting Hispanic customers
Americas|Business|Economy|Food|US

Barry Callebaut to scale up US production to cope with 'disruptive environment'

Barry Callebaut is planning to increase its U.S.-based production to fend off effects of the "disruptive environment" in North America and stay close to

Barry Callebaut to scale up US production to cope with 'disruptive environment'
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

US buyers pay highest prices to snap up Spanish property

Deep-pocketed U.S. citizens paid the highest prices for Spanish property of all foreign buyers last year, while making the most purchases in some central and northern

US buyers pay highest prices to snap up Spanish property
Americas|Economy|Finance|Food

Brazil consumer prices forecast to have slowed in March versus February: Reuters Poll

The rising trend of Brazil's consumer prices likely slowed in March from February due to a moderation in energy costs, but food inflation probably remained high, a Reuters

Brazil consumer prices forecast to have slowed in March versus February: Reuters Poll
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy

Chilean miner Codelco logging strong Q2 demand from China, chairman says

Chilean copper giant Codelco is seeing strong demand for the red metal from China in the second quarter, the firm's chairman told Reuters on Thursday.

Chilean miner Codelco logging strong Q2 demand from China, chairman says
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Brazil to pursue US talks while seeking to expand trade deals, says official

Brazil will pursue trade negotiations with the U.S. while reaffirming its support for multilateralism and seeking to expand its network of trade agreements, Foreign Trade

Brazil to pursue US talks while seeking to expand trade deals, says official
Americas|Crime|US

Man strangled his wife, left her body in a car to go to a job interview

Man strangled his wife, left her body in a car to go to a job interview

Man strangled his wife, left her body in a car to go to a job interview
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Justice Department moves to drop case against alleged top MS-13 leader, seeks to deport him instead

The Justice Department has moved to drop a criminal case against the alleged East Coast leader of the MS-13 gang less than a month after he was charged, saying they plan to deport him instead

Justice Department moves to drop case against alleged top MS-13 leader, seeks to deport him instead
Americas|Sports

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami pull off 3-goal rally to top LAFC and make CONCACAF Champions Cup semis

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are headed to the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals and it took a dramatic three-goal comeback to get there

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami pull off 3-goal rally to top LAFC and make CONCACAF Champions Cup semis
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Officials scramble to identify victims of Dominican club roof collapse that killed at least 184

The number of victims who died after a roof collapsed at an iconic nightclub has surged to 184 as dozens of people lingered outside the Dominican Republic’s forensic institute for news of their loved ones still missing more than a day after disaster struck

Officials scramble to identify victims of Dominican club roof collapse that killed at least 184
Americas|Crime|Election|Political

Ecuador's violence-hit coastal region focus of presidential candidates

The two candidates battling it out to win Ecuador's presidency in this Sunday's run-off have focused their energies on the populous

Ecuador's violence-hit coastal region focus of presidential candidates
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Brazil to be reciprocal on tariffs but will try negotiating first, Lula says

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday that his nation will be reciprocal on tariffs announced by the United States, but noted the Latin American country

Brazil to be reciprocal on tariffs but will try negotiating first, Lula says
Americas|Political|US|World

US recognizes Panama's sovereignty over canal, Panama says after talks

Panama said on Wednesday the United States recognized its sovereignty over the Panama Canal, despite tough rhetoric from Washington, as the two nations announced

US recognizes Panama's sovereignty over canal, Panama says after talks
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judges bar US use of Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans held in parts of Texas and New York

Judges in Texas and New York have temporarily barred the U.S. government from deporting Venezuelans jailed in parts of those two states while their lawyers challenge the Trump administration’s use of a rarely invoked law letting presidents imprison and deport noncitizens in times of war

Judges bar US use of Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans held in parts of Texas and New York
Americas|Celebrity|Sports|World

Pedro Martinez says he has family members unaccounted for in Dominican nightclub roof collapse

Dominican-born Hall of Fame pitcher Pedro Martinez says he has family members unaccounted for who were inside the Santo Domingo nightclub when its roof collapsed

Pedro Martinez says he has family members unaccounted for in Dominican nightclub roof collapse
Americas|Crime|Sports

After 2 years in an Argentine prison, former Masters champ Angel Cabrera is back at Augusta National

Angel Cabrera is back at Augusta National, walking the fairways at the Masters six years after his last appearance and less than two after he was paroled from an Argentine prison

After 2 years in an Argentine prison, former Masters champ Angel Cabrera is back at Augusta National
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Americans convicted in Congo of a botched coup attempt now face US charges

Three Americans repatriated to the United States from Congo have been charged by the U.S. Justice Department with staging an elaborate coup attempt aimed at overthrowing the African nation’s government

Americans convicted in Congo of a botched coup attempt now face US charges
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

US tariffs on Mexico and Canada unaffected by 90-day pause, White House official says

The U.S. tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada will not be affected by the 90-day pause on tariffs announced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday, a White House

US tariffs on Mexico and Canada unaffected by 90-day pause, White House official says
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela's oil flows again, after a week of panic

Many buyers of Venezuelan oil have resumed loading crude onto tankers after a week-long hiatus at the country's ports after the U.S. applied tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed on

Venezuela's oil flows again, after a week of panic
Americas|Political|US

US Senate narrowly confirms ex-CIA officer Johnson as ambassador to Mexico

The U.S.

US Senate narrowly confirms ex-CIA officer Johnson as ambassador to Mexico
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Argentina expects IMF board approval for $20 billion deal on Friday

Argentina's government expects the International Monetary Fund board will approve a $20 billion loan deal at the end of the week, a government spokesman said on Wednesday, in

Argentina expects IMF board approval for $20 billion deal on Friday
Americas|Political|US|World

US Senate confirms Hoekstra as ambassador to Canada

The U.S.

US Senate confirms Hoekstra as ambassador to Canada
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration prepares to send more deported migrants to notorious El Salvador prison

Trump administration prepares to send more deported migrants to notorious El Salvador prison

Trump administration prepares to send more deported migrants to notorious El Salvador prison
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Pam Bondi announces seizure of $510M worth of illegal drugs from vessels linked to cartels

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi on Wednesday announced the seizure of roughly $510 million worth of illegal narcotics on vessels headed for the United States, seeking to highlight efforts to take down sophisticated cartel drug networks

Pam Bondi announces seizure of $510M worth of illegal drugs from vessels linked to cartels
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court allows Trump to deport Venezuelans under Alien Enemies Act, after judges’ review

The Supreme Court is allowing the Trump administration to use an 18th century wartime law to deport Venezuelan migrants, but says they must get a court hearing before they are taken from the United States

Supreme Court allows Trump to deport Venezuelans under Alien Enemies Act, after judges’ review
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US judges block Trump's Venezuelan deportations that used 1798 wartime law

U.S. judges in Texas and New York dealt blows on Wednesday to President Donald Trump's effort to revive deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members

US judges block Trump's Venezuelan deportations that used 1798 wartime law
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Chile sees positive twist to any Trump tariffs on copper

Chile's place at the low-end of U.S. tariffs announced last week could be favorable for the world's leading copper-producing country if

Chile sees positive twist to any Trump tariffs on copper
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|US

Coast Guard offloads 48,000 pounds of seized drugs worth $500 million at South Florida port

Coast Guard offloads 48,000 pounds of seized drugs worth $500 million at South Florida port

Coast Guard offloads 48,000 pounds of seized drugs worth $500 million at South Florida port
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|US

The Keystone pipeline's history of spills

The approximately 600,000-bpd Keystone oil pipeline from Canada to the United States remained shut down Wednesday after an oil spill near Fort Ransom, North

The Keystone pipeline's history of spills
Americas|Economy|Finance|World

Argentina's inflation likely sped up again in March - Reuters poll

Argentina's monthly inflation rate likely sped up to 2.6% in March, marking the second consecutive month on the rise, a median of analysts polled by Reuters

Argentina's inflation likely sped up again in March - Reuters poll
Americas|Celebrity|Sports|World

Pedro Martinez: Family members missing after roof collapse in DR

Hall of Fame pitcher and current baseball analyst Pedro Martinez announced over social media that several of his family members were inside the nightclub that collapsed in the Dominican Republic.

Pedro Martinez: Family members missing after roof collapse in DR
Americas|Business|Economy

MercadoLibre to spend $2.6 billion in Argentina, up from last year

Latin American e-commerce company MercadoLibre plans to spend $2.6 billion in Argentina this year, the company said on Wednesday.

MercadoLibre to spend $2.6 billion in Argentina, up from last year
Americas|Australia|Sports

Min Woo Lee hits the Masters after his first PGA Tour win. Jason Day thinks he can be world No. 1

Min Woo Lee had won just about everywhere but the PGA Tour before he triumphed at the Texas Open

Min Woo Lee hits the Masters after his first PGA Tour win. Jason Day thinks he can be world No. 1
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|US

The Alien Enemies Act: What to know about a 1798 law that Trump has invoked for deportations

The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to use a 1798 wartime law, the Alien Enemies Act, to deport Venezuelan migrants it accuses of being gang members, ending the temporary halt on deportations ordered by a federal district judge

The Alien Enemies Act: What to know about a 1798 law that Trump has invoked for deportations
Americas|Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Canada's 1970s superhero 'Captain Canuck' has resurgence thanks to Trump

U.S.

Canada's 1970s superhero 'Captain Canuck' has resurgence thanks to Trump
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political

CK Hutchison invested $1.7 billion in Panama, surpassing obligations, it says

A company controlled by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison has invested $1.7 billion in two ports near the Panama Canal, it said on Wednesday, surpassing

CK Hutchison invested $1.7 billion in Panama, surpassing obligations, it says
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Strike halts grain ship traffic at Argentina's Rosario ports

Grain and agro-industrial products ships will be unable to dock or leave Argentina's Rosario agro-port hub on Thursday because of a CGT union strike against government policies,

Strike halts grain ship traffic at Argentina's Rosario ports
Americas|Political|World

Nicaragua’s crackdown on the Catholic Church is worsening, exiles and human rights advocates say

Preparations for widely popular Lent and Holy Week processions are underway across Latin America – but not in Nicaragua

Nicaragua’s crackdown on the Catholic Church is worsening, exiles and human rights advocates say
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Mexico annual inflation accelerates in March

Mexico's annual inflation sped up in March but remained within the central bank's target range, data released on Wednesday showed, giving credit to expectations that the

Mexico annual inflation accelerates in March
Americas|Crime|US|World

Inside the Salvadoran mega-prison where US deportees live

CNN’s David Culver reports from inside El Salvador’s Center for Terrorism Confinement, better known as Cecot. Culver toured the mega-prison where more than 275 migrants deported from the US are being held.

Inside the Salvadoran mega-prison where US deportees live
Americas|Business|Economy

Brazil retail sales rise 0.5% in February to hit record

Retail sales volumes in Brazil rose 0.5% in February from the previous month, reaching the highest level since the data series began in 2000, statistics agency IBGE said on

Brazil retail sales rise 0.5% in February to hit record
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Water looms as new front in Mexico's trade negotiations with the US

Mexican officials are scrambling to come up with a plan to increase the amount of water the country sends to the United

Water looms as new front in Mexico's trade negotiations with the US
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

Octavio Dotel, 15-year MLB veteran, dies in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse

Octavio Dotel, 15-year MLB veteran, dies in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse

Octavio Dotel, 15-year MLB veteran, dies in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

Poland's Nitro-Chem signs $310 million deal to supply TNT for US military

Polish explosives maker Nitro-Chem signed a deal on Wednesday to supply explosives worth 1.2 billion zlotys ($310 million) to a U.S. firm, intended for the U.S. military, the deputy

Poland's Nitro-Chem signs $310 million deal to supply TNT for US military
Americas|Political|US|World

Hegseth spurs fiery response from Beijing over Panama Canal ‘threat’ comments

Hegseth spurs fiery response from Beijing over Panama Canal ‘threat’ comments

Hegseth spurs fiery response from Beijing over Panama Canal ‘threat’ comments
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|US

Nearly half of Swiss firms expect major hit from U.S tariffs, survey shows

Swiss firms are concerned U.S. tariffs will hit demand in the United States, spark an economic downturn and put them at a disadvantage against rivals, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Nearly half of Swiss firms expect major hit from U.S tariffs, survey shows
Americas|Crime|US

3 dead and 3 wounded in mass shooting in Virginia in which at least 1 shooter is on the loose

Authorities say three people have been killed and three others have been wounded in a shooting in northeastern Virginia and at least one shooter is on the loose

3 dead and 3 wounded in mass shooting in Virginia in which at least 1 shooter is on the loose
Americas|Entertainment|World

The roof collapses at a Dominican Republic nightclub, killing at least 98 people

A roof collapse at the iconic Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican Republic has killed at least 98 people and others may be trapped

The roof collapses at a Dominican Republic nightclub, killing at least 98 people
Americas|Sports

Canucks make NHL history with 3 goals in last minute of regulation, beat Stars 6-5 in OT

Kiefer Sherwood set an NHL record three weeks ago by accumulating the most hits in a season

Canucks make NHL history with 3 goals in last minute of regulation, beat Stars 6-5 in OT
Americas|Political|US|World

US defense secretary says China is a threat to Panama Canal, spurring a fiery response from Beijing

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Panama Canal faces threats from China but together the U.S. and Panama will keep it secure

US defense secretary says China is a threat to Panama Canal, spurring a fiery response from Beijing
Americas|Business|Political|US|World

US to 'take back' Panama Canal from Chinese influence, visiting Pentagon chief says

The United States will "take back" the Panama Canal from Chinese influence, U.S.

US to 'take back' Panama Canal from Chinese influence, visiting Pentagon chief says
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Indigenous march in Brazil to demand more land be set aside for their stewardship

With the first U.N. climate talks in the Amazon approaching, thousands of Indigenous people marched Tuesday in Brazil’s capital, demanding the state guarantee and expand their rights to traditional lands as part of the solution to the world’s climate crisis

Indigenous march in Brazil to demand more land be set aside for their stewardship
Americas|Business|Economy|World

IMF reaches $20 billion staff-level agreement with Argentina

The International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday it reached a staff-level agreement with Argentina on a 48-month extended fund facility totaling $20 billion.

IMF reaches $20 billion staff-level agreement with Argentina
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

Octavio Dotel, who once held record of pitching for 13 major league teams, dies in DR roof collapse

Former major league relief pitcher Octavio Dotel was among the dead after a roof collapsed at a nightclub in his native Dominican Republic where he was attending a merengue concert

Octavio Dotel, who once held record of pitching for 13 major league teams, dies in DR roof collapse
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Anglo American urges faster permits in Chile to close copper supply gap

Chile needs to speed up its permitting processes to help copper mining expand ahead of a large supply gap expected in the coming years,

Anglo American urges faster permits in Chile to close copper supply gap
Americas|Political|Travel|US|World

US rates El Salvador safer for U.S. travelers

The United States gave El Salvador a safer travel rating on Tuesday that groups it with the least dangerous countries for Americans to visit, citing reduced gang

US rates El Salvador safer for U.S. travelers
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

In notorious Salvadoran prison, US deportees live in identical cells to convicted gangsters

In notorious Salvadoran prison, US deportees live in identical cells to convicted gangsters

In notorious Salvadoran prison, US deportees live in identical cells to convicted gangsters
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Deported to a fortress: Go inside El Salvador’s Cecot prison

As Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem tours El Salvador’s Cecot prison, CNN’s David Culver takes you inside - offering a rare look at the controversial mega-prison where some alleged gang members deported from the US are now ending up.

Deported to a fortress: Go inside El Salvador’s Cecot prison
Americas|Crime|Entertainment

Colombian court says song recorded by Karol G and J Balvin violated the rights of children

A high court in Colombia has ruled that “+57,” a song by urban music stars J Balvin and Karol G, violated the rights of children because its lyrics “sexualized” minors

Colombian court says song recorded by Karol G and J Balvin violated the rights of children
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Congo repatriates 3 Americans who had faced death sentences over a failed coup plot

Congo says three Americans convicted of participating in a botched coup attempt last year have been repatriated to the United States

Congo repatriates 3 Americans who had faced death sentences over a failed coup plot
Americas|Crime|US

Man charged with stealing historic Spanish cannon from park

Man charged with stealing historic Spanish cannon from park

Man charged with stealing historic Spanish cannon from park
Americas|Business|Crime|Political

Panama's attorney general to investigate CK Hutchison's port contract

Panama has opened an investigation into a contract granted to Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison for the operation of two ports in the Central American country,

Panama's attorney general to investigate CK Hutchison's port contract
Americas|Crime|US

A Florida man is executed for killing a Miami Herald employee who was abducted on her lunch break

A man convicted of killing a Miami Herald employee who was carjacked on her lunch break has been executed in Florida

A Florida man is executed for killing a Miami Herald employee who was abducted on her lunch break
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Pentagon official: US military has no authority to do drone strikes on drug cartels in Mexico

A top Pentagon official says that special operations forces do not have the authority to launch drone attacks at drug cartels in Mexico

Pentagon official: US military has no authority to do drone strikes on drug cartels in Mexico
Americas|Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

Brazil coffee exporters glimpse opportunity amidst U.S tariffs

Brazilian coffee exporters see U.S.

Brazil coffee exporters glimpse opportunity amidst U.S tariffs
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Brazil sees no need to announce tariff measures for now, minister says

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad said on Tuesday now is not the time for Latin America's largest economy to announce any measures in response to trade tariffs imposed by

Brazil sees no need to announce tariff measures for now, minister says
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Oil settles down $1 at four-year low as US-China trade war escalates

Oil prices settled down more than $1 a barrel on Tuesday at a four-year low as investors priced in an increasing likelihood of a recession due to the

Oil settles down $1 at four-year low as US-China trade war escalates
Americas|Health|US

Measles cases in Texas rise to 505, state health department says

The Texas health department reported 505 cases of measles in the state on Tuesday, an increase of 24 cases from its previous count on April 4, as the United States battles an outbreak of

Measles cases in Texas rise to 505, state health department says
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Congo hands over Americans jailed over failed coup as talks on minerals progress

Three American citizens jailed over a failed coup attempt in Democratic Republic of Congo were handed over to U.S. custody on

Congo hands over Americans jailed over failed coup as talks on minerals progress
Americas|Political|US

The Latest: Trump signs executive orders to boost coal

President Donald Trump has signed executive orders aimed at boosting coal, a reliable but polluting energy source that has been in decline for decades

The Latest: Trump signs executive orders to boost coal
Americas|Environment|US

Flood-weary residents face rising rivers despite rain finally stopping in central and southern US

Flood-weary residents face rising rivers despite rain finally stopping in central and southern US

Flood-weary residents face rising rivers despite rain finally stopping in central and southern US
Americas|Political|US

After Supreme Court ruling, pair of Venezuelan migrants revive deportation challenge

A day after the U.S.

After Supreme Court ruling, pair of Venezuelan migrants revive deportation challenge
Americas|Political|World

Once a migratory highway, the Darien Gap has been left empty under Trump crackdown

A little more than a year ago, the small Panamanian river port of Lajas Blancas was filled with a crush of people trying to make their way to the United States

Once a migratory highway, the Darien Gap has been left empty under Trump crackdown
Americas|Celebrity|Political|Sports

Wayne Gretzky says he has 'no political power' over the president or prime minister

Wayne Gretzky says he has no political power or pull with the U.S. president or Canada's prime minister in his first public comments on the issue since Donald Trump began his second term

Wayne Gretzky says he has 'no political power' over the president or prime minister
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Canada says counter-tariffs against some US-made autos will start April 9

The 25% counter-tariffs Canada said last week it would impose on some U.S.-made vehicles will go into effect on April 9, the federal finance ministry said on Tuesday.

Canada says counter-tariffs against some US-made autos will start April 9
Americas|Business|Technology|World

Brazil regulator authorizes fresh 7,500 Starlink satellites to operate locally

Brazil's telecommunications regulator Anatel authorized Elon Musk's SpaceX to add 7,500 new Starlink satellites to operate in the Latin American nation, the watchdog said on

Brazil regulator authorizes fresh 7,500 Starlink satellites to operate locally
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

China, US clash over major Argentina currency swap line

China is on a crash course with the United States over a major Chinese currency swap deal with Argentina that has buffered the South American country's

China, US clash over major Argentina currency swap line
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Brazil's Embraer says new US tariffs will add complexity and costs to jets

Embraer's CEO said on Tuesday that U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs would add complexity and costs for the Brazilian jet maker’s business and its U.S. customers.

Brazil's Embraer says new US tariffs will add complexity and costs to jets
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Mexico rejects unilateral US military action after report US is weighing strikes

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday that her nation would categorically reject any unilateral U.S. military in Mexico and that such military action "would not

Mexico rejects unilateral US military action after report US is weighing strikes
Americas|Environment|Political|US

Waiver allows Trump administration to bypass environmental rules to build more border walls

A waiver issued by the Department of Homeland Security allows the federal government to bypass environmental regulations and begin construction immediately on stretches of the border wall in Southern California

Waiver allows Trump administration to bypass environmental rules to build more border walls
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

What is known about the roof collapse at a club in the Dominican Republic that killed at least 44

The roof of an iconic nightclub in the capital of the Dominican Republic collapsed nearly an hour after a merengue concert killing at least 44 people and injuring at least 160

What is known about the roof collapse at a club in the Dominican Republic that killed at least 44
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IMF board could discuss Argentina deal on Friday, La Nacion reports

The board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) could discuss a pending loan deal with Argentina in a Friday meeting, local newspaper La Nacion reported on Tuesday, citing

IMF board could discuss Argentina deal on Friday, La Nacion reports
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As Bolivia floods, cows swim where they once grazed

In Bolivia's rural region of Beni near the border with Brazil, vast grasslands where cows once grazed have been submerged, forcing

As Bolivia floods, cows swim where they once grazed
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Supreme Court ruling on Alien Enemies Act raises new due process concerns for migrants

Supreme Court ruling on Alien Enemies Act raises new due process concerns for migrants

Supreme Court ruling on Alien Enemies Act raises new due process concerns for migrants
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Judge rejects new trials for 2 convicted of human smuggling in death of family of 4 from India

A federal judge has rejected requests for new trials for two men convicted on human smuggling charges in the deaths of four members of a family from India who froze to death while trying to cross the Canadian border into Minnesota during a blizzard in 2022

Judge rejects new trials for 2 convicted of human smuggling in death of family of 4 from India
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Trump's actions in the U.S. are not going to 'work out', says Brazil's Lula

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Tuesday that he is skeptical about U.S.

Trump's actions in the U.S. are not going to 'work out', says Brazil's Lula
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HSBC Americas head for securities finance leaves amid bank restructuring

HSBC's head of securities financing for the Americas, Gregory Bunn, is leaving after two years in the post as the lender merges the unit into two others, a

HSBC Americas head for securities finance leaves amid bank restructuring
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Most automakers to stay put in Mexico, president says

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday that the majority of automobile executives with plants in Mexico have said that, as of now, they have no plans to move their

Most automakers to stay put in Mexico, president says
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Codelco aims for upper end of copper output range, plans return to bond market, CEO says

The CEO of Chile's Codelco, Ruben Alvarado, said on Tuesday that the state-run copper producer aims to bring output to the upper end of its estimated range this

Codelco aims for upper end of copper output range, plans return to bond market, CEO says
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How top US trading partners have reacted to Trump tariffs

Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs on U.S. imports have targeted countries across the world in the most serious blow to the global trading system in decades.

How top US trading partners have reacted to Trump tariffs
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Trump administration weighs drone strikes on Mexican cartels, NBC News reports

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is considering drone strikes on drug cartels in Mexico to combat trafficking across the southern border, NBC News reported on Tuesday.

Trump administration weighs drone strikes on Mexican cartels, NBC News reports
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Brazilians wager up to $5.1 billion a month on online betting, central bank says

Brazilians are wagering up to 30 billion reais ($5.1 billion) per month on online betting, Brazilian central bank executive director Rogerio Lucca told lawmakers on Tuesday,

Brazilians wager up to $5.1 billion a month on online betting, central bank says
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Brazil protesters lift blockade of Amazon grain shipping route

Brazilian indigenous protesters have lifted a blockade of the Trans-Amazonian Highway, reopening a critical grain shipping route linking farmers to the Miritituba

Brazil protesters lift blockade of Amazon grain shipping route
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Brazil's gross debt hits 76.2% of GDP in February amid high interest costs

Brazil's public sector gross debt rose in February from the previous month, central bank data showed on Tuesday, driven by the country's heavy interest burden.

Brazil's gross debt hits 76.2% of GDP in February amid high interest costs
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Chile's inflation picks back up in March, led by food and education

Consumer prices in Chile rose 0.5% in March from the previous month, data from statistics agency INE showed on Tuesday, in line with market expectations in a Reuters poll of

Chile's inflation picks back up in March, led by food and education
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Chile's Antofagasta expects copper demand to defy tariff turmoil

The trade war stirred by U.S. tariffs raises a risk for metal demand, the head of Chile's Antofagasta said, although he predicted AI and

Chile's Antofagasta expects copper demand to defy tariff turmoil
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Door still open for peace process with Colombia's ELN, peace commissioner says

Colombia remains open to dialogue with National Liberation Army (ELN) rebels despite their recent offensive in the country's east, peace commissioner Otty

Door still open for peace process with Colombia's ELN, peace commissioner says
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He wants the story to be that he’s the champion, but golfer Robert MacIntyre doesn’t want to be ‘the story’

He wants the story to be that he’s the champion, but golfer Robert MacIntyre doesn’t want to be ‘the story’

He wants the story to be that he’s the champion, but golfer Robert MacIntyre doesn’t want to be ‘the story’
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Officials seek public’s help after string of shootings leave 3 dead, 2 children hospitalized

Officials seek public’s help after string of shootings leave 3 dead, 2 children hospitalized

Officials seek public’s help after string of shootings leave 3 dead, 2 children hospitalized
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Houston on the wrong side of gritty and ugly finish against Florida in national title game

The end of national championship game was gritty and ugly, just the way Houston usually likes it

Houston on the wrong side of gritty and ugly finish against Florida in national title game
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IMF 'mountain of dollars' key to unlock Argentina's FX controls

Argentina's pending $20 billion deal with the International Monetary Fund will bring libertarian President Javier Milei the tool he wants to unlock

IMF 'mountain of dollars' key to unlock Argentina's FX controls
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A timeline of the legal battle over the mistaken deportation of a Maryland father to El Salvador

A timeline of the legal battle over the mistaken deportation of a Maryland father to El Salvador

A timeline of the legal battle over the mistaken deportation of a Maryland father to El Salvador
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Daimler Truck Q1 sales 8% lower on weaker demand in North America

Daimler Truck on Tuesday reported an 8% drop in first-quarter sales citing declining demand in North America and Mercedes-Benz Trucks units.

Daimler Truck Q1 sales 8% lower on weaker demand in North America
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Panama's comptroller office to sue over renewal of CK Hutchison contract

Panama's Comptroller General office will file a lawsuit against the officials who authorized the renewal of a 25-year port concession to a company led by CK

Panama's comptroller office to sue over renewal of CK Hutchison contract
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Porsche Q1 deliveries fall 8% on weaker demand in China and Europe

German sports car maker Porsche delivered 8% fewer vehicles globally in the first quarter, it said on Tuesday, hit by declining demand in China and Europe.

Porsche Q1 deliveries fall 8% on weaker demand in China and Europe
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US Supreme Court lets Trump pursue deportations under 1798 law, with limits

The U.S.

US Supreme Court lets Trump pursue deportations under 1798 law, with limits
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Pentagon's Hegseth arrives in Panama as Trump vows to take back canal

U.S.

Pentagon's Hegseth arrives in Panama as Trump vows to take back canal
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Contract for Hong Kong company to operate Panama Canal ports had irregularities, audit finds

Panama’s comptroller authority says an audit found irregularities in the renewal of a 25-year port concession in the interoceanic canal and it would request an investigation into the authorization of the contract to a Hong Kong company

Contract for Hong Kong company to operate Panama Canal ports had irregularities, audit finds
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Trump's DHS revokes legal status for migrants who entered the US on Biden-era CBP One app

The Department of Homeland Security is telling migrants who entered the country using an online app to leave the United States immediately

Trump's DHS revokes legal status for migrants who entered the US on Biden-era CBP One app
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Swollen rivers are flooding towns in the US South after a prolonged deluge of rain

Rivers rose and flooding worsened across the U.S. South and Midwest, threatening communities already waterlogged and badly damaged by days of heavy rain and storms that killed at least 23 people

Swollen rivers are flooding towns in the US South after a prolonged deluge of rain
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US appeals court rejects Trump bid to fast-track migrant deportations

A U.S. appeals court on Monday declined to lift an order temporarily blocking the Trump administration from deporting people to countries the government did not

US appeals court rejects Trump bid to fast-track migrant deportations
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Altar found in Guatemalan jungle evidence of mingling of Mayan and Teotihuacan cultures, experts say

An altar from the Teotihuacan culture, at the pre-Hispanic heart of what became Mexico, has been discovered in Tikal National Park in Guatemala, the center of Mayan culture, demonstrating the interaction between the two societies

Altar found in Guatemalan jungle evidence of mingling of Mayan and Teotihuacan cultures, experts say
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Haiti humanitarian crisis worsening as violence escalates, says aid group

The humanitarian situation in Haiti is dramatically worsening, aid group Save the Children said, with underfunded security forces increasingly overwhelmed by powerful gangs and capital

Haiti humanitarian crisis worsening as violence escalates, says aid group
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Brazil's Petrobras unlikely to change diesel prices despite energy minister request

Brazil's state-run oil firm Petrobras is unlikely to lower diesel prices while the economic scenario abroad remains uncertain, Chief

Brazil's Petrobras unlikely to change diesel prices despite energy minister request
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Costa Rica government used development bank funds for kickbacks, prosecutor alleges

Costa Rican officials awarded kickbacks to a top government ally using funds from the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI), prosecutors alleged on Monday, filing

Costa Rica government used development bank funds for kickbacks, prosecutor alleges
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Canada says WeChat news account pushing false narratives about Carney

Canada said on Monday the most popular news account on Chinese social media platform WeChat was pushing false narratives about Prime Minister Mark Carney in a bid to influence the

Canada says WeChat news account pushing false narratives about Carney
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Federal grants to fight child labor worldwide are axed in DOGE cuts

The Trump administrated has canceled millions of dollars in international grants that a Department of Labor division administered to combat child labor and slave labor around the world

Federal grants to fight child labor worldwide are axed in DOGE cuts
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UN food agency WFP: US funding cuts could be 'death sentence' for millions

The United Nations World Food Programme warned on Monday that the termination of U.S. funding for emergency food assistance in 14 countries "could amount

UN food agency WFP: US funding cuts could be 'death sentence' for millions
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Freeport-McMoRan CEO flags concern over global growth amid US tariffs

The CEO of copper producer Freeport-McMoRan said on Monday she was concerned about the health of the global economy and the possibility of recession and

Freeport-McMoRan CEO flags concern over global growth amid US tariffs