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Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:The Venezuelan Vice President emphasizes the importance of ensuring access to energy in the Global South. On Wednesday, Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez participated in the Ninth International Seminar of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), held in Vienna. RELATED: OPEC Holds Landmark Energy Seminar in Vienna The opening ceremony was led by […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Forbes described the move as the administration’s 27th policy ‘flip-flop’ since April 2, dubbed ‘Liberation Day.’ With the 90-day suspension of sweeping U.S. reciprocal tariffs scheduled to expire Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday to extend the pause till Aug. 1 while trade negotiations continue. RELATED: Trump Threatens 200% Tariff on […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Senator Schumer called for an investigation into whether staffing shortages at NWS stations contributed to the tragedy. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt rejected criticism that the Trump administration’s recent staffing cuts to the National Weather Service (NWS) contributed to the deadly floods in Texas. RELATED: Venezuela Expresses Solidarity with U.S. Amid Devastating Texas and […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:President Arevalo suspended public school classes on Wednesday and ordered remote work for those who are able to do so. On Wednesday, the Guatemalan government confirmed the deaths of two men who were traveling in a vehicle when it was crushed by a giant boulder following a landslide triggered by two earthquakes that struck Tuesday […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:The Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, met last night in the city of Jeddah with Iran’s Foreign Minister (FM), Abbas Araghchi, and expressed his hope that the ceasefire between Iran and the Israeli regime following the 12-day war will promote stability in the Middle East. RELATED: Iran’s Death Toll from 12-Day War Rises Above […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:The Venezuelan government extends its condolences and solidarity to the people of the United States following catastrophic floods in Texas and New Mexico, calling for strengthened climate response systems and international cooperation. Related: Investigation Launched into Weather Service Cuts Amid Deadly Texas Floods and Looming Threats to Five States in the US The Bolivarian Republic […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Amid Cuba’s economic challenges, the digital platform El Toque has become a controversial actor in the informal currency market. Allegations of U.S. funding and economic destabilization efforts have sparked debate about its role and impact. Related: Cuba Joins BRICS Summit in Brazil: A Proven Step Toward Global South Solidarity and Sovereignty El Toque, founded in […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:As Texas mourns over 100 flood victims, U.S. Senate Democrats demand a probe into National Weather Service staffing cuts under Trump’s administration, raising concerns about preparedness ahead of massive flood threats across five states. Related: Devastating Flash Floods in Texas Hill Country Leave Over 100 Dead, Dozens Missing The catastrophic flash floods that devastated central […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab exposes Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele’s secret deals with gangs, denouncing his double standards amid the detention of 252 Venezuelans in harsh conditions in El Salvador. Related: Son of Human Rights Activist Arrested Under Bukele’s Regime Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab has sharply condemned Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, accusing […]
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:Similar threats are looming over pharmaceuticals, lumber and semiconductors.
Published on: July 09, 2025 | Source:For centuries, explorers scoured the rivers, jungles, and mountains of South America chasing a glittering illusion: El Dorado, the fabled city of gold. But the truth behind the legend is far more layered—and infinitely more human. It all began with a ritual, not a city. Among the Muisca people of the Andean highlands (in what […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has expressed deep concern over the killing of at least 10 people during Monday’s anti-government protests in Kenya, calling for a thorough, independent investigation into the use of force by police. According to OHCHR spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani, Kenyan security forces deployed live ammunition, rubber bullets, tear gas, and […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:Official figures point to an ambitious goal: an 11% industrial growth for Venezuela in 2025. If realized, this forecast would mark a turning point toward a diversified economy, moving away from dependence on the oil sector, as proposed by the National Executive. According to government sources, consolidating this new economic model requires coordinated and sustained […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:A massive fire that broke out Monday at the 10-story Telecom Egypt building in downtown Cairo has left four employees dead and at least 27 others injured, according to Egyptian authorities. The blaze, which originated in a hall housing telecom operator equipment, quickly spread to other floors, prompting a nationwide disruption of internet and mobile […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly rejected the unilateral imposition of a 30% tariff on all South African exports to the United States, calling the measure inaccurate and unjustified. The tariff, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on July 7 and set to take effect on August 1, targets South Africa as the only […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:An Israeli airstrike on Tuesday evening targeted a tent sheltering displaced Palestinians in the al-Mawasi area, west of Khan Younis, killing three civilians and injuring several others, according to local sources and medical officials. The attack is part of a renewed wave of Israeli bombardments that began after the unilateral termination of the ceasefire agreement […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has issued a stark warning about the plight of Gaza’s children, who make up half of the enclave’s 2.4 million residents. In a statement posted Tuesday, the agency declared that their lives are defined by “war and devastation”, with many out of school, repeatedly […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:Venezuela and Egypt deepen cooperation to promote President Maduro’s Summit for Peace and Against War, coordinating efforts for a Gaza ceasefire and South-South solidarity. Related: Venezuelan VP Rodriguez Arrives in Vienna for OPEC International Seminar In a significant demonstration of South-South cooperation, Venezuela and Egypt have intensified diplomatic consultations to coordinate efforts aimed at advancing […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:A sophisticated AI-driven impersonation of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio exposes deep flaws in American cybersecurity, raising questions about the vulnerability of U.S. institutions amid growing reliance on digital communication. Related: U.S. Will Provide Weapons to Ukraine Following Brief Halt In a development that underscores the fragility of U.S. digital security, an impostor used […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:‘We are living through a period of conflict almost reminiscent of WWII,’ the Brazilian leader pointed out. On Tuesday, Brazilian President Lula da Silva welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the capital following their participation in the BRICS summit held in Rio de Janeiro. RELATED: The Global South To Lead a New Development Paradigm: […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:She will emphasize the need to maintain cohesion among OPEC members in order to confront the sector’s major challenges. On Tuesday, Venezuelan Vice President and Oil Minister Delcy Rodriguez arrived in Vienna to take part in the ninth International Seminar of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). RELATED: Delcy Rodríguez Reaffirms Venezuelan Sovereignty: […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:In 2024, Juraj Cintula, a 72-year-old retired man, fired five shots at Fico, causing serious injuries to his abdomen and hip. On Tuesday, Juraj Cintula, the man who shot Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in 2024, refused to testify as his trial began at the Specialized Criminal Court in Banska Bystrica. RELATED: Slovak Prime Minister […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:Their declaration reflects the Global South’s vision for this strategic technology. At a summit held in Rio de Janeiro, BRICS member countries approved a declaration outlining principles for the global governance of artificial intelligence. RELATED: Mexico Proposes BRICS Allocate 1% of Military Spending to Development Fund Leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:The third-largest force in Parliament seeks a ‘Remigration Process’ that could affect up to 8 million people. On Monday, Samuel Vazquez, president of the group “A Police Force for the 21st Century” and VOX’s spokesperson on immigration issues, described mass deportations as the “least bad” solution to rising immigration. RELATED: Migrants Dignity Crisis: Bishop’s Bold […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:The man's real identity has been discovered using DNA, after his sister persevered with the search for her long-lost brother for decades.
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:Between 2007 and 2022, a child in the U.S. was about 1.8 times more likely to die than peers abroad. U.S. children today weigh more, battle more illnesses and face higher odds of dying than youngsters just a generation ago, according to the most extensive review of pediatric well-being published in nearly two decades. RELATED: […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:Ecuadorian indigenous leaders call for constitutionally required consultation before the approval of a new protected areas law that Noboa’s government is trying to enact, warning that it threatens their ancestral lands.
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:The United States will continue to back Kiev’s regime despite the temporary halt of military aid deliveries.
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:During his meeting with President Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed he is near securing countries willing to take in Palestinians who want to leave, while the UN denounces an ongoing genocide against the Palestinian people. Related: Trump’s New Tariffs Spark Stock Market Slump Amid Rising Global Tensions In a July 7, 2025 meeting with […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:President Trump’s announcement of new tariffs on over a dozen countries, including BRICS nations, triggers a sharp decline in U.S. stock markets, exposing the dangers of protectionist policies and escalating imperialist economic conflicts. Related: Trump Defends Bolsonaro Amid Criminal Proceedings in Brazil On July 7, 2025, U.S. stock markets tumbled following President Trump’s declaration of […]
Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source:Flash floods in Texas Hill Country have claimed at least 104 lives and left dozens missing, including children at Camp Mystic. Rescue efforts continue amid widespread devastation, highlighting the urgent need for climate justice and government accountability. Related: Texas Flood Death Toll Rises to 82 In early July 2025, catastrophic flash floods swept through Texas […]
Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source:In a landmark moment for Liberia’s post-conflict history, President Joseph Boakai delivered a formal state apology on Saturday to the victims of the country’s two brutal civil wars (1989–2003), which claimed an estimated 250,000 lives and left deep scars across generations. “To every victim of our civil conflict, to every family broken, to every dream […]
Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source:At least 10 people were killed and dozens injured on Monday as anti-government protests erupted across Kenya during the annual Saba Saba Day, a historic date commemorating the country’s 1990 pro-democracy uprising. The protests, largely led by youth and Gen Z activists, were sparked by rising public anger over police brutality, corruption, and the high […]
Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source:The Palestinian Authority for Prisoner Affairs has raised alarm over a “dangerous increase” in the number of Palestinians held under administrative detention by Israeli authorities, a practice widely condemned as a tool of systematic repression against the occupied population. As of early July, 3,629 Palestinians are imprisoned without charge or trial under administrative detention orders—the […]
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