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Russia’s Kurchatov Institute, Roscosmos sign nuclear cooperation

Moscow, Apr 10 (Prensa Latina) The Russian Space Agency Roscosmos and the Kurchatov Institute for Nuclear Research have inked a strategic cooperation agreement, the space agency informed on Thursday through its Telegram channel. The post Russia’s Kurchatov Institute, Roscosmos sign nuclear cooperation first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Death toll in Santo Domingo disco collapse rises to 218

Santo Domingo, Apr 10 (Prensa Latina) The death toll in the collapse of the Jet Set discotheque in the Dominican Republic has risen to 218, as the search for trapped bodies continues, 48 hours after the tragedy occurred, the Emergency Operations Center (COE)reported on Thurdsday. The post Death toll in Santo Domingo disco collapse rises to 218 first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Canada and the U.S. Prepare to Negotiate a New Trade Agreement

Ministers from both countries are in talks to ensure ‘constructive negotiations’ between Carney and Trump. On Thursday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed that his administration is in talks with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick to prepare for trade negotiations with Donald Trump following the Canadian elections on April 28. RELATED: Canada’s Countermeasures Against […]

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Panama Allows U.S. Troops to ‘Protect’ the Canal

This country is becoming a springboard for the consolidation of U.S. military presence in the region, Professor Rodriguez warned. On Wednesday, under the banner of “strengthening regional security,” Panama and the United States signed a Memorandum of Understanding that prioritizes free passage for U.S. military vessels through the Panama Canal and reinstates the rotational presence […]

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Watch: Pope seen without usual papal attire

Pope Francis visits St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, still with an oxygen tube, as he continues to recover from ill health.

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Lari Lari: The Shapeshifting Spirit That Haunts the Andean Night

Among the high plateaus, misty lakeshores, and wind-swept Quechua territories of the Andes, tales persist of a mystical being known as Lari Lari — a creature of many forms and even more secrets. Depending on the region, Lari Lari manifests differently. In the highlands, it takes the form of a feline with glowing eyes and […]

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Trump Threatens Iran With Military Action Over Nuclear Disarmament

To move forward today, we first need to agree that there can be no ‘military option,’ Iranian FM Araghchi stated. On Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that military action remains on the table if Iran fails to agree to end its nuclear program, suggesting Israel will play a key role in any potential response. […]

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Mexico Proposes a Latin American Economic Summit to Address the U.S. Trade War

The ‘Wellbeing Summit’ would aim to achieve greater regional trade integration in response to the resurgence of protectionism. On Wednesday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum proposed holding a “Summit for the Economic Wellbeing of Latin America” in Tegucigalpa, where the 9th Presidential Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) was held. RELATED: […]

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U.S. and Russia Conclude Second Round of Talks to Restore Diplomatic Missions

‘Ukraine is not, absolutely not on the agenda. These talks are solely focused on our embassy operations,’ Tammy Bruce said. On Thursday, the United States and Russia finished their second round of talks on restoring diplomatic missions in Türkiye’s largest city Istanbul. RELATED: What’s at Stake in the U.S.-Iran Talks in Oman? The U.S. delegation […]

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Argentine Unions Hold General Strike After Retirees Protest

This is the third general strike that Argentines have organized against far-right President Javier Milei. On Thursday, the General Confederation of Labor (CGT), Argentina’s largest labor union federation, called for a 24-hour general strike to protest President Javier Milei’s austerity policies. RELATED: Cuban Foreign Minister Reaffirms Support for Argentina’s Sovereignty Over Malvinas Islands The strike, […]

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China Unveils Plan to Boost Health-Related Consumption

The supply of high-quality food will be strengthened, and there will be a crackdown on illegal food additives. On Wednesday, Chinese authorities released an action plan to boost health-related consumption as the country moves to improve the quality of its health products and services, and to meet the people’s expanding needs in their pursuit of […]

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CELAC’s Declaration Rejects Unilateral Coercive Measures

The 9th Summit empasized the full validity of the proclamation of Latin America and the Caribbean as a ‘Zone of Peace.’ On Wednesday, the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) rejected the imposition of unilateral coercive measures, including those that restrict international trade. RELATED: Honduran President Xiomara Castro Opens the 9th CELAC Summit […]

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CELAC Has an Important Role in Keeping Regional Peace: President Xi

China-Latin America relations have withstood the test of international turbulence, he said. On Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping sent congratulations to the 9th summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), which opened Wednesday in Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras. RELATED: Honduran President Xiomara Castro Opens the 9th CELAC Summit In a […]

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Girl, 17, whose dad is lost in nightclub rubble spends birthday at scene

Shailyn Peña is one of many whose loved ones are missing after the roof of a nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo.

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Zoo celebrates birth of endangered tamarin twins

A pair of critically endangered cotton-top tamarins are born at a zoo in Hampshire.

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Lula da Silva Advocates for Latin American Unity at the IX CELAC Summit

Brazil’s President Lula da Silva calls for Latin American unity at CELAC Summit, prioritizing democracy, climate action, and economic integration amid global instability. Related: President Nicolás Maduro at CELAC: “The Unity of Peoples is an Obligation for Humanity’s Well-being” During his address at the IX Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States […]

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US Offensive in Yemen Leaves Tragic Toll on Civilians

US airstrikes in Yemen under Trump-era orders result in 107 civilian deaths, worsening the humanitarian crisis. Yemen condemns attacks as UN Charter violations. Related: US Launches Airstrikes on Yemen’s Hodeidah & Amran: Civilian Casualties Reported Since mid-March, under the order of former President Donald Trump, the US military aggression in Yemen has resulted in devastating […]

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UNICEF: Cut Funding Will Affect Nutrition Programs and Services

An estimated 14 million children are projected to face interruptions in nutrition support and services due to recent and anticipated global funding reductions, significantly increasing their risk of severe malnutrition and mortality. This alarming situation was highlighted in preliminary analyses released by UNICEF during the Nutrition for Growth Summit in Paris. The funding crisis comes […]

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Meningitis Outbreak Spread Across All the Nigerian Territory

Nigerian health authorities are facing a significant challenge in containing a rapidly spreading meningitis outbreak that has claimed the lives of 151 people across the country, primarily affecting children in remote areas of the northern region. The outbreak, which began in October, has now spread to 23 of Nigeria’s 36 states, with nearly half of […]

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Israel Attacks Houses in the Town of Yater, South Lebanon

An Israeli helicopter attacked a house in the town of Yater, southern Lebanon, on Wednesday night, firing two missiles. According to a correspondent from Al Mayadeen, the occupation forces conducted an air raid on a neighborhood in Yater after the owners of three houses received bombing threats during phone calls. Additionally, an Israeli drone also […]

Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Claudia Sheinbaum Promotes Agenda of Unity and Economic Well-Being at CELAC

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum champions Latin American unity at CELAC, rejecting sanctions and proposing a regional economic summit for equity, clean energy, and social justice. Related: Mexican President Sheinbaum Arrives at the CELAC Summit in Honduras Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum participated in the IX Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), […]

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

President Nicolás Maduro at CELAC: “The Unity of Peoples is an Obligation for Humanity’s Well-being”

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro urges regional unity at CELAC summit, critiques U.S. sanctions, and proposes stronger cooperation to counter global challenges. Related: Honduran President Xiomara Castro Opens the 9th CELAC Summit President Maduro Emphasizes Regional Unity at CELAC Summit Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro participated in the Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean […]

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Cuban President Demands End to Unilateral Sanctions

Tegucigalpa, April 9 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President, Miguel Díaz-Canel, on Wednesday demanded an immediate end to unilateral sanctions against developing nations, considering them as a violation of the principles and norms of international law. The post Cuban President Demands End to Unilateral Sanctions first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

CELAC Summit Calls for Recovery of Founding Principles

Tegucigalpa, April 9 (Prensa Latina) The Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Ralph Gonzalves, on Wednesday called for strengthening the unity of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and rescuing its founding principles. The post CELAC Summit Calls for Recovery of Founding Principles first appeared on Prensa Latina.

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President Miguel Díaz-Canel Arrives in Honduras for CELAC Summit and Denounces U.S. Aggressions

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel attends the CELAC Summit in Honduras, condemns U.S. unilateral policies, and calls for Latin American unity. Key discussions on migration, trade, and climate change. Related: CELAC Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Kicks Off in Honduras Cuban President Arrives in Honduras for Regional Summit Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel arrived in Honduras on Tuesday afternoon […]

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Medical Sciences College inaugurates new rector

Camagüey, Cuba, Apr 9 (Prensa Latina) The Carlos J. Finlay University of Medical Sciences in Camagüey today presented Lester Marrero Molina as its new rector, in a ceremony also acknowledging his predecessor, Tamara Chaos’s performance since 2020. The post Medical Sciences College inaugurates new rector first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Israel Plans to Incorporate Rafah into Buffer Zone Amid Ongoing Military Operations

According to reports from Israeli media, Tel Aviv is planning to incorporate the city of Rafah, the southernmost part of the Gaza Strip, along with its surrounding areas, into a buffer zone created along the coastal enclave’s border. This area, covering approximately 75 square kilometers, extends between the Philadelphia and Murag roads. The report indicated […]

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

U.S. Airstrikes in Yemen Fail to Halt Houthi Operations Amid Ongoing Support for Palestine

Despite the constant U.S. airstrikes against Yemen, Washington has not succeeded in its objective of curbing Yemeni operations against vessels linked to Israel in solidarity with the Palestinian cause. According to reports, U.S. bombings intensified on March 15 following an order issued by former President Trump. Al Jazeera reported that a U.S. official stated that […]

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Nicaragua recorded a production of more than 300 000 tons of coffee

Managua, Apr 9 (Prensa Latina) The Nicaraguan Ministry of Agriculture (MAG) recorded a collection of 3.9 million quintals (about 390 thousand tons) of aerated coffee (arabica and robusta), local media reported today. The post Nicaragua recorded a production of more than 300 000 tons of coffee first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Syria restructures diplomatic missions abroad

Damascus, Apr 9 (Prensa Latina) Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani announced on Wednesday the start of restructuring the Syrian embassies and diplomatic missions abroad. The post Syria restructures diplomatic missions abroad first appeared on Prensa Latina.

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EU countries back tariff hikes to US products

Brussels, Apr 9 (Prensa Latina) European Union (EU) member states today backed a joint response to the 25 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum imposed by the United States. The post EU countries back tariff hikes to US products first appeared on Prensa Latina.

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Corn: A Treasure from Mexico to the World

Corn is much more than just a food in Mexico; it represents a rich history, tradition, culture, and national identity. This grain has been fundamental to the diet of Mexicans since ancient times, serving as the base for making tortillas, tostadas, and totopos, as well as delicious snacks like popcorn, elotes (grilled corn), and esquites […]

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Russian Consulate in Istanbul to host Moscow-Washington talks

Moscow, Apr 9 (Prensa Latina) Russia and the United States will hold a new round of talks at this nation's Consulate in Istanbul on April 10, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova informed on Wednesday. The post Russian Consulate in Istanbul to host Moscow-Washington talks first appeared on Prensa Latina.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Prensa Latina favicon Prensa Latina

Honduran President Xiomara Castro Opens the 9th CELAC Summit

She pointed out that CELAC must be more than a forum and become a tool for emancipation. On Wednesday, Honduran President Xiomara Castro inaugurated the 9th Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), an event during which she will transfer the pro tempore presidency of this regional integration institution to Colombia. […]

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Despair as death toll from Dominican Republic nightclub collapse rises

Rescue workers are searching for survivors of the incident, which killed at least 124 people and injured more than 150 others.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America