southamericanews.net latest rss headlines Provides the latest rss feeds for southamericanews.net. For more headlines on Breaking, National, Business, Finance, Sports and World News, visit our home page southamericanews.net http://www.southamericanews.net en-us Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:08:25 +1100 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:08:25 +1100 3600 <![CDATA[China's Hebei sees 14.7 pct foreign trade growth in Jan-Feb]]> SHIJIAZHUANG, March 19 (Xinhua) -- Hebei Province in north China posted steady foreign trade growth in the first two months of 2024, according to local customs.

Hebei's total imports and exports grew 14.7 percent year on year to 97 billion yuan (about 13.66 billion U.S. dollars) in the period, said Shijiazhuang Customs.

In breakdown, exports hit 54.19 billion yuan, marking a 20.7 percent increase from the]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179309/china-hebei-sees-147-pct-foreign-trade-growth-in-jan-feb Tue, 19 Mar 2024 03:18:05 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179309/china-hebei-sees-147-pct-foreign-trade-growth-in-jan-feb <![CDATA[Brazil registered record cases of dengue in 2024]]> SAO PAULO, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Brazil has registered a record 1,889,206 suspected cases of dengue so far this year with 561 deaths, the health ministry said Monday.

In face of surging dengue cases coincides, a health emergency was declared Monday by South America's largest city, Sao Paulo, following a wave of the viral disease spread by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, according to the latest report by the ministry']]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179255/brazil-registered-record-cases-of-dengue-in-2024 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:44:02 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179255/brazil-registered-record-cases-of-dengue-in-2024 <![CDATA[3 killed after waterspout hits southern Brazil]]> SAO PAULO, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Three teenagers were killed and another missing due to a waterspout while they were cooling off in a waterfall in Paranavai city in the southern Brazilian state of Parana, the local fire department said Monday.

In total, eight people were injured as a result of the sudden increase in the volume of water in the waterfall used by residents and tourists for recreation at an event bef]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179237/3-killed-after-waterspout-hits-southern-brazil Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:18:01 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179237/3-killed-after-waterspout-hits-southern-brazil <![CDATA[Paraguay midfielder Romero joins Botafogo]]> RIO DE JANEIRO, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Botafogo has reached an agreement to sign Paraguay international midfielder Oscar Romero on a deal that runs until December.

The 31-year-old joins the Brazilian Serie A club on a free transfer after parting ways with Turkey's Pendikspor in January.

"[Romero] will arrive in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday to sign a contract and undergo exams," read a statement on Botafogo's o]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179236/paraguay-midfielder-romero-joins-botafogo Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:05:02 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179236/paraguay-midfielder-romero-joins-botafogo <![CDATA[Messi to miss Argentina friendlies due to hamstring injury]]> BUENOS AIRES, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Argentina captain Lionel Messi has been ruled out of friendlies against El Salvador and Costa Rica due to a hamstring strain, the South American country's football association said on Monday.

The 36-year-old suffered the injury while playing for Inter Miami in the team's 3-1 home victory over Nashville in the CONCACAF Champions Cup last Wednesday.

"Lionel Messi will not ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179235/messi-to-miss-argentina-friendlies-due-to-hamstring-injury Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:05:02 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179235/messi-to-miss-argentina-friendlies-due-to-hamstring-injury <![CDATA[US Bans Last Form of Asbestos in Use]]> The Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday a comprehensive ban on asbestos, targeting the last remaining form of the chemical still used in the United States.

Although asbestos was the first chemical banned under a 2016 chemical safety law removing it from many consumer products, the cancer-causing material is still used in some chlorine bleach, brake pads and other products.

The type of asbestos ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179154/us-bans-last-form-of-asbestos-in-use Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:05:16 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274179154/us-bans-last-form-of-asbestos-in-use <![CDATA[India at G20 meeting in Brasilia highlights its DPI-enabled national programs]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274178776/india-at-g20-meeting-in-brasilia-highlights-its-dpi-enabled-national-programs Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:55:02 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274178776/india-at-g20-meeting-in-brasilia-highlights-its-dpi-enabled-national-programs <![CDATA[Jordan's king warns of Gaza conflict fallout in region]]> AMMAN, March 18 (Xinhua) -- King Abdullah II of Jordan on Monday warned that the ongoing conflict in Gaza will have catastrophic repercussions on the entire region.

The king made the remarks at a meeting with Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira on Monday during which he called for an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza, the protection of civilians, and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Strip throug]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274178328/jordan-king-warns-of-gaza-conflict-fallout-in-region Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:18:03 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274178328/jordan-king-warns-of-gaza-conflict-fallout-in-region <![CDATA[Iran inks $13 billion worth of new oil deals]]> Contracts with domestic energy firms are aimed at boosting daily production in major fields of the sanctions-hit country

Iran's energy companies were granted their biggest contracts in the past decade on Sunday, as Tehran seeks to boost output at major oil fields, state media have reported.

Deals worth $13 billion, aimed at developing deposits and increasing production by as much as 350,000]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274177706/iran-inks-13-billion-worth-of-new-oil-deals Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:12:45 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274177706/iran-inks-13-billion-worth-of-new-oil-deals <![CDATA["There's still alot tobedone," Lula says atministerialmeeting]]> Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva coordinated the first ministerial meeting of 2024 on Monday (Mar. 18) and said that "there's still a lot to be done." In his view, the country was "totally abandoned" by the previous government and came really close to suffering a coup d'etat. http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274177019/fuentes-puerta-earn-colombia-call-up-for-friendlies Mon, 18 Mar 2024 08:18:02 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274177019/fuentes-puerta-earn-colombia-call-up-for-friendlies <![CDATA[Brazilian Foreign Minister calls Israel's action in Gaza immoral]]> Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira called Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip "immoral" and "illegal", during a speech in the West Bank. He also reaffirmed Brazil's commitment to supporting the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173895/eam-jaishankar-wishes-irish-counterpart-micheal-martin-on-st-patrick-day Sun, 17 Mar 2024 10:37:25 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173895/eam-jaishankar-wishes-irish-counterpart-micheal-martin-on-st-patrick-day <![CDATA[Six years aftermurder, institute keeps MarielleFranco's legacyalive]]> After the night of March 14, 2018, the family of murdered councilwoman Marielle Franco found themselves surrounded by a combination of strong feelings: grief, mourning, the indignation that still fuels the search for justice, and the need to never let the activist's fight for a better society die. http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274174767/six-years-aftermurder-institute-keeps-mariellefranco-legacyalive Sun, 17 Mar 2024 09:10:00 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274174767/six-years-aftermurder-institute-keeps-mariellefranco-legacyalive <![CDATA[Six years after murder, institute keeps Marielle Franco's legacy alive]]> After the night of March 14, 2018, the family of murdered councilwoman Marielle Franco found themselves surrounded by a combination of strong feelings: grief, mourning, the indignation that still fuels the search for justice, and the need to never let the activist's fight for a better society die.

The commotion caused by the killings of Franco and her driver Anderson Gomes has only served to make the name of the ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274174449/six-years-after-murder-institute-keeps-marielle-franco-legacy-alive Sun, 17 Mar 2024 09:10:00 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274174449/six-years-after-murder-institute-keeps-marielle-franco-legacy-alive <![CDATA[Maduro Accepts Venezuelan Presidential Candidacy]]> TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday accepted his candidacy for presidency in the July 28 election during the National Congress of the ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela.

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"If you support me, ... we will triumph again, through the path of truth, through the path of renewed hope," Maduro said at the event held in the capital of Caracas, Xinhua reported]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173584/maduro-accepts-venezuelan-presidential-candidacy Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:37:12 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173584/maduro-accepts-venezuelan-presidential-candidacy <![CDATA[Independiente stumble in Argentine top flight]]> BUENOS AIRES, March 15 (Xinhua) -- Independiente missed the chance to head their group as they stumbled to a 1-0 loss at Deportivo Riestra in Argentina's Primera Division on Friday.

Pedro Ramirez put Deportivo ahead with a 17th-minute strike and the hosts defended resolutely thereafter to clinch their third win of the campaign.

Independiente had 74 percent of the possession and completed almost three time]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173570/independiente-stumble-in-argentine-top-flight Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:30:36 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173570/independiente-stumble-in-argentine-top-flight <![CDATA[Xinhua world economic news summary at 0830 GMT, March 16]]> LA PAZ -- The Bolivian government reaffirmed on Friday its commitment to biofuels and its plan to progressively reduce diesel and gasoline subsidies in the South American country.

Adams Hurtado, the country's industrialization and transportation vice minister, said Bolivia has opted for biofuels derived from vegetable sources to reduce import costs, avoid foreign currency outflows and generate savings in subsidi]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173563/xinhua-world-economic--summary-at-0830-gmt-march-16 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:30:06 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173563/xinhua-world-economic--summary-at-0830-gmt-march-16 <![CDATA[Brazil's Bolsonaro 'Not Afraid of Any Trial' Over Plot Accusations]]> rio de janeiro - Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said Saturday he was 'not afraid of any trial,' a day after documents released by the Supreme Court revealed that two top military leaders said the populist plotted to remain in power after losing the 2022 election.

Bolsonaro avoided commenting on the content of any of several investigations targeting him, but claimed he was a victim of 'persecution' for ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173117/brazil-bolsonaro-not-afraid-of-any-trial-over-plot-accusations Sun, 17 Mar 2024 06:06:46 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274173117/brazil-bolsonaro-not-afraid-of-any-trial-over-plot-accusations <![CDATA[Venezuela's Maduro Announces Candidacy for July Reelection]]> CARACAS - Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro will run for reelection to secure another six-year term in voting planned for July 28, the ruling Socialist party said Saturday.

Maduro, a 61-year-old former union leader, was proclaimed as the Socialist party's candidate by Vice President Diosdado Cabello and took the stage at a large sports arena to address supporters.

'There's just one outcome, the people's ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274171437/venezuela-maduro-announces-candidacy-for-july-reelection Sat, 16 Mar 2024 23:06:37 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274171437/venezuela-maduro-announces-candidacy-for-july-reelection <![CDATA[Bill outlines protection formentalprivacy intheage ofneurotech]]> A proposed amendment to the Constitution presented by senators from different parties seeks to protect the integrity and privacy of the mental data of users of neurotechnology-methods or devices used to record or modify brain activity.]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274170442/in-brazil-two-thirds-of-women-murdered-with-firearms-are-black Sat, 16 Mar 2024 06:30:00 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274170442/in-brazil-two-thirds-of-women-murdered-with-firearms-are-black <![CDATA[U.S. agricultural futures fall]]> CHICAGO, March 14 (Xinhua) -- Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) agricultural futures fell across the board on Thursday, led by wheat.

The most active corn contract for May delivery fell 7.5 cents, or 1.7 percent, to settle at 4.3375 U.S. dollars per bushel. May wheat plunged 12 cents, or 2.2 percent, to settle at 5.3225 dollars per bushel. May soybean lost 1.5 cents, or 0.13 percent, to settle at 11.9525 dollars per]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274169618/us-agricultural-futures-fall Fri, 15 Mar 2024 22:48:40 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274169618/us-agricultural-futures-fall <![CDATA[USWNT drops to all-time low fourth in FIFA rankings]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274168246/uswnt-drops-to-all-time-low-fourth-in-fifa-rankings Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:19:06 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274168246/uswnt-drops-to-all-time-low-fourth-in-fifa-rankings <![CDATA[VOA Immigration Weekly Recap, March 9-16]]> Editor's note: Here is a look at immigration-related news around the U.S. this week. Questions? Tips? Comments? Email the VOA immigration team: ImmigrationUnit@voanews.com.

Advocates call on Co]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165973/voa-immigration-weekly-recap-march-9-16 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:05:08 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165973/voa-immigration-weekly-recap-march-9-16 <![CDATA[Barca youngster Cubarsi earns debut Spain call-up]]> MADRID, March 15 (Xinhua) -- Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has handed a debut call-up to FC Barcelona's 17-year-old central defender Pau Cubarsi for Spain's forthcoming friendlies against Colombia and Brazil.

De la Fuente has also called up Athletic Bilbao defender Daniel Vivian for the first time, while forwards Gerard Moreno and Pablo Sarabia are recalled after a spell on the sidelines.

De la Fuente exp]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165795/barca-youngster-cubarsi-earns-debut-spain-call-up Fri, 15 Mar 2024 16:08:31 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165795/barca-youngster-cubarsi-earns-debut-spain-call-up <![CDATA[Brazil's military leaders told police Bolsonaro was involved in plan to reverse 2022 election result]]> SAO PAULO (AP) - Top Brazilian military leaders declared to police that former President Jair Bolsonaro presented them with a plan to reverse the results of the 2022 election he lost, but they refused and warned him they would arrest him if he tried it, according to judicial documents released Friday.

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<![CDATA[Investigation intoMarielleFranco's death moves toSupremeCourt]]> The case investigating the masterminds behind the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver Anderson Gomes has been submitted to Brazil's Supreme Court. The probe seeks to find out who ordered the killings. http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274168256/govt-grants-brl1bi-incredit-forefforts-inyanomamiterritory Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:09:00 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274168256/govt-grants-brl1bi-incredit-forefforts-inyanomamiterritory <![CDATA[Brazil: Comply with Rulings on Police Violence]]> (Sao Paulo)  - The Brazilian government should comply with two new rulings by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights that found Brazil responsible for serious human rights violations by the police, Human Rights Watch said today.

The decisions, published on March 14, 2024, in cases involving police killings in Sao Paulo and Parana states, come as Sao Paulo p]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165385/brazil-comply-with-rulings-on-police-violence Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:30:00 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165385/brazil-comply-with-rulings-on-police-violence <![CDATA[Guayaquil joins the worldwide group of cities committed to ending the HIV epidemic]]> Mayor Aquiles Alvarez Henriques of Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city and the nation's main port, signed the Paris and Sevilla Declarations on February 28, placing the city among the almost 500 m]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165246/guayaquil-joins-the-worldwide-group-of-cities-committed-to-ending-the-hiv-epidemic Fri, 15 Mar 2024 04:15:00 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165246/guayaquil-joins-the-worldwide-group-of-cities-committed-to-ending-the-hiv-epidemic <![CDATA[Teenager Obando earns Ecuador call-up]]> QUITO, March 14 (Xinhua) -- Uncapped teenager Allen Obando has been included in Ecuador's squad for friendlies against Guatemala and Italy in the United States, the South American country's football federation said on Thursday.

Obando, 17, has been a revelation at youth level, scoring four goals in nine appearances for Ecuador's U-17 team.

The striker, who is currently contracted to Ecuadorean top-flight ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164901/teenager-obando-earns-ecuador-call-up Fri, 15 Mar 2024 04:07:58 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164901/teenager-obando-earns-ecuador-call-up <![CDATA[Colombia name uncapped midfielder Portilla for friendlies]]> BOGOTA, March 14 (Xinhua) -- Uncapped midfielder Juan Portilla has been named in Colombia's squad for friendlies against Spain and Romania later this month, the South American country's football federation said on Thursday.

Portilla, 25, has impressed onlookers with his performances for Argentina's Talleres Cordoba, whom he joined in January from Colombian side America.

Cafeteros manager Nestor Lorenzo al]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164861/colombia-name-uncapped-midfielder-portilla-for-friendlies Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:46:58 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164861/colombia-name-uncapped-midfielder-portilla-for-friendlies <![CDATA[Israel seeks "collective punishment" in Gaza, says Brazilian FM]]> BRASILIA, March 14 (Xinhua) -- Brazilian Foreign Affairs Minister Mauro Vieira on Thursday said Israel's "disproportionate" use of force in the Gaza Strip indicates Benjamin Netanyahu's government seeks the "collective punishment" of the Palestinian people.

At a hearing of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee probing Brazil's position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Vieira said it was necessary to condemn]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164850/israel-seeks-collective-punishment-in-gaza-says-brazilian-fm Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:32:44 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164850/israel-seeks-collective-punishment-in-gaza-says-brazilian-fm <![CDATA[U.S. agricultural futures close mixed]]> CHICAGO, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) agricultural futures closed mixed on Wednesday, with corn and wheat falling and soybean rising slightly.

The most active corn contract for May delivery fell 0.5 cents, or 0.11 percent, to settle at 4.4125 U.S. dollars per bushel. May wheat lost 3.25 cents, or 0.59 percent, to settle at 5.4425 dollars per bushel. May soybean rose 0.75 cents, or 0.06 perc]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164706/us-agricultural-futures-close-mixed Thu, 14 Mar 2024 22:32:25 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164706/us-agricultural-futures-close-mixed <![CDATA[India-Brazil hold first-ever 22 political and military dialogue in New Delhi]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164341/india-brazil-hold-first-ever-22-political-and-military-dialogue-in-new-delhi Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:18:40 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164341/india-brazil-hold-first-ever-22-political-and-military-dialogue-in-new-delhi <![CDATA[Southgate names England squad for friendlies]]> LONDON, March 14 (Xinhua) -- England coach Gareth Southgate has handed a debut call-up to two players for his squad for forthcoming friendly games against Brazil and Belgium.

Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon and Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite received their first call-ups, while Jarrod Bowen, Ivan Toney and Joe Gomez have earned recalls.

However, there is no place for midfielder Kalvin Phillips, who h]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164120/southgate-names-england-squad-for-friendlies Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:07:17 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164120/southgate-names-england-squad-for-friendlies <![CDATA[Messi suffers injury as Inter Miami reach Champions Cup quarters]]> WASHINGTON, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Lionel Messi could miss Inter Miami's away Major League Soccer clash against D.C. United on Saturday because of a hamstring tear.

Messi scored and provided an assist before he was forced off the pitch early in the second half of Inter Miami's 3-1 home win over Nashville in their CONCACAF Champions Cup round of 16 second leg on Wednesday.

The result handed the Florida outfi]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274156595/messi-suffers-injury-as-inter-miami-reach-champions-cup-quarters Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:45:57 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274156595/messi-suffers-injury-as-inter-miami-reach-champions-cup-quarters <![CDATA[Botafogo clinch Copa Libertadores spot]]> RIO DE JANEIRO, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Botafogo reached the Copa Libertadores group stage for the first time in seven years by completing a 3-2 aggregate win over Bragantino in their all-Brazilian qualifier on Wednesday.

After a 2-1 home victory in last week's first leg, Botafogo looked in control in the first half of the return fixture at Estadio Nabi Abi Chedid in Braganca Paulista.

But the visitors were ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274156562/botafogo-clinch-copa-libertadores-spot Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:06:57 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274156562/botafogo-clinch-copa-libertadores-spot <![CDATA[Grave violations against children increase despite positive advancements in Colombia]]> Despite positive advancements, including progress on the implementation of the Final Agreement for Ending the Conflict and Building a Stable and Lasting Peace between the Government of Colombia and the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia-Ejercito del Pueblo (FARC-EP), the resumption of peace negotiations with the Ejercito de Liberacion Nacional (ELN) and dialogues with other armed groups, a new symbol of national pride, a government-led partnership has started certifying certain livestock http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164105/climate-friendly-beef-argentina-new-certification-could-help-reduce-livestock-emissions---if-it-done-right Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:08:06 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274164105/climate-friendly-beef-argentina-new-certification-could-help-reduce-livestock-emissions---if-it-done-right <![CDATA[Carbon-neutral beef? Argentina's new certification could promote more climate-friendly livestock production - if it's done right]]> In Argentina, where beef is a symbol of national pride, a government-led partnership has started certifying certain livestock http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274155757/carbon-neutral-beef-argentina-new-certification-could-promote-more-climate-friendly-livestock-production---if-it-done-right Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:08:06 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274155757/carbon-neutral-beef-argentina-new-certification-could-promote-more-climate-friendly-livestock-production---if-it-done-right <![CDATA[Climate-friendly beef? Argentina's new 'carbon-neutral' certification could help reduce livestock emissions - if it's done right]]> In Argentina, where beef is a symbol of national pride, a government-led partnership has started certifying certain livestock http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165061/climate-friendly-beef-argentina-new-carbon-neutral-certification-could-help-reduce-livestock-emissions---if-it-done-right Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:08:06 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274165061/climate-friendly-beef-argentina-new-carbon-neutral-certification-could-help-reduce-livestock-emissions---if-it-done-right <![CDATA[Moscow reacts to US complaints over South American media presence]]> President Joe Biden's speeches alone would be enough to negatively portray the US to audiences in the region, the Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman has said

Moscow hardly needs to expend time or effort to make Washington look bad in Latin America, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274155040/moscow-reacts-to-us-complaints-over-south-american-media-presence Tue, 12 Mar 2024 21:28:48 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274155040/moscow-reacts-to-us-complaints-over-south-american-media-presence <![CDATA[Ecuador's Uptick in Violence Heightens Risks for Schoolchildren]]> The escalation of violence and organized crime activity throughout Ecuador is having a dire impact on children's rights. A temporary switch to online learning, as well as threats by criminal groups, have particularly impacted their right to learn in a safe environment.

After President Daniel Noboa declared on January 9 an "armed conflict" against gangs, Ecuador's ed]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274155039/ecuador-uptick-in-violence-heightens-risks-for-schoolchildren Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:53:23 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274155039/ecuador-uptick-in-violence-heightens-risks-for-schoolchildren <![CDATA[DC Circuit denies Venezuelan billionaire's request to remove name from drug trafficker list]]> WASHINGTON (CN) - A D.C. Circuit panel on Tuesday rejected a request by a Venezuelan billionaire and member of President Nicolas Maduro's inner circle to reverse his designation as a drug trafficker. 

The Office of Foreign Assets Control put Samark Jose Lopez Bello on its narcotics traffickers list in 2017, along with former Venezuelan Vice President Tareck El Aissami. Lopez Bello is a fugitive on the I]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274154869/dc-circuit-denies-venezuelan-billionaire-request-to-remove-name-from-drug-trafficker-list Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:52:51 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274154869/dc-circuit-denies-venezuelan-billionaire-request-to-remove-name-from-drug-trafficker-list <![CDATA[Afghans remain camped at Sao Paulo airport during Ramadan]]> At least 60 Afghans, including children, were camped this Monday morning (Mar. 11) in Terminal 2 at Guarulhos International Airport, next to the Humanized Migrant Assistance Facility, stated the Afghan Refugee Rescue Organization. This number is relatively smaller compared to the situation experienced in previous years.

Tongue scraping has long been part of daily hygiene routines in many parts of the world. It involve]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274154435/tiktok-claims-tongue-scrapers-can-cure-bad-breath---here-what-the-evidence-actually-says Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:06:08 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274154435/tiktok-claims-tongue-scrapers-can-cure-bad-breath---here-what-the-evidence-actually-says <![CDATA[COP28 Director-General calls for greater cooperation on climate finance during G20 Finance Ministers meeting in Brazil]]> SAO PAULO, 5th March, 2024 (WAM) -- Ambassador Majid Al Suwaidi, COP28 Director-General, has concluded a visit to Brazil, where he called on key finance stakeholders to strengthen cooperation on climate finance.

During his visit he highlighted the Global Climate Finance Framework, launched and endorsed by key world leaders at COP28, to make climate]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274146778/cop28-director-general-calls-for-greater-cooperation-on-climate-finance-during-g20-finance-ministers-meeting-in-brazil Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:08:11 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274146778/cop28-director-general-calls-for-greater-cooperation-on-climate-finance-during-g20-finance-ministers-meeting-in-brazil <![CDATA[Minister Hussen announces negotiations of sovereign loan to Ecuador]]> March 4, 2024 - Toronto, Canada - Global Affairs Canada

Canada and Ecuador have maintained official bilateral relations since 1960, with shared values including inclusive economic growth, biodiversity and climate protection. Canada remains committed in supporting Ecuador and its goal of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions in the energy sector under the Paris Agreement.

Today, during a Canadian Co]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274146070/minister-hussen-announces-negotiations-of-sovereign-loan-to-ecuador Mon, 04 Mar 2024 21:00:08 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274146070/minister-hussen-announces-negotiations-of-sovereign-loan-to-ecuador <![CDATA[OPEC Fund provides $150 million to promote climate action in Colombia]]> VIENNA, 2nd March, 2024 (WAM) -- The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is co-financing Colombia's "Climate Action Policy and Energy Transition Programme" with a US$150 million policy-based loan. The programme aims to foster economic opportunities based on the sustainable use of natural resources, develop circular economy models and promote the energy transition.

OPEC Fund Director-General A]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274143884/opec-fund-provides-150-million-to-promote-climate-action-in-colombia Sat, 02 Mar 2024 10:03:36 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274143884/opec-fund-provides-150-million-to-promote-climate-action-in-colombia <![CDATA[Brazil logs $2.17 trillion in GDP in 2023, ninth globally]]> SAO PAULO, 2nd March, 2024 (WAM) -- Brazil's gross domestic product (GDP) reached US$2.17 trillion in 2023, placing the South American nation ahead of Canada and Russia, according to credit rating agency Austin Ratings.

In a statement carried by The Associated Press (AP), Austin Ratings said Brazil's economy is now the ninth biggest in the world, based on the preliminary GDP numbers announced Friday.

The S]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274143751/brazil-logs-217-trillion-in-gdp-in-2023-ninth-globally Sat, 02 Mar 2024 06:09:20 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274143751/brazil-logs-217-trillion-in-gdp-in-2023-ninth-globally <![CDATA[UAE, Uruguay hold political consultations focused on enhancing cooperation]]> ABU DHABI, 1st March, 2024 (WAM) - The inaugural session of political consultations between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay has commenced at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abu Dhabi.

 

The meeting was chaired by Reem Bint Ebrabim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for Inte]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274143126/uae-uruguay-hold-political-consultations-focused-on-enhancing-cooperation Fri, 01 Mar 2024 15:31:56 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274143126/uae-uruguay-hold-political-consultations-focused-on-enhancing-cooperation <![CDATA[Abu Dhabi puts final touches to launch Fight Week in Brazil]]> BALNEARIO CAMBORI, 29th February, 2024 (WAM) -- At the ExpoCentro Centre in the Brazilian city of Balneario Cambori, the preparations continue at the highest levels for the launch of the BC Fight Week, organised by International Vision Sports Management (IVSM).

The team reaffirmed its commitment to the highest standards of excellence and quality in organising the Fight Week as fans and enthusiasts of combat spor]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274142032/abu-dhabi-puts-final-touches-to-launch-fight-week-in-brazil Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:00:30 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274142032/abu-dhabi-puts-final-touches-to-launch-fight-week-in-brazil <![CDATA[Argentina aims to strengthen ties with UAE through Mercosur: Official]]> By Marta Cruzado

ABU DHABI, 29th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Argentina's Under-Secretary for International Economic Negotiations Gabriel Martinez underscored his country's ongoing efforts, through Mercosur (Southern Common Market), to finalise a free trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates, aimed at enhancing bilateral relations and trade.

Martinez told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that this effort alig]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274141684/argentina-aims-to-strengthen-ties-with-uae-through-mercosur-official Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:27:51 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274141684/argentina-aims-to-strengthen-ties-with-uae-through-mercosur-official <![CDATA[WTO must facilitate transferring critical technology to developing countries: Brazil FM]]> By Binsal Abdulkader

ABU DHABI, (DATE) (WAM) - Brazil has urged the World Trade Organisation (WTO) to meet the challenge of liberalising trade and transferring critical technologies to the developing countries for pandemic preparedness, climate mitigation and energy transition, Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira told the Emirates News Agency (WAM).

"It is important to meet the sustainable development g]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274140151/wto-must-facilitate-transferring-critical-technology-to-developing-countries-brazil-fm Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:37:50 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274140151/wto-must-facilitate-transferring-critical-technology-to-developing-countries-brazil-fm <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024: Brazil reign supreme again]]> DUBAI, 25th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Brazil reign supreme again! The Samba Boys secured their record-breaking sixth FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup title at UAE 2024, defeating Italy 6-4 in a thrilling final at the Dubai Design District.

Dominating the second half after a close 2-2 draw in the first, the world's number one team showcased their mastery on the sand.

Led by the dazzling Rodrigo, the 2023 best play]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274137328/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-brazil-reign-supreme-again Sun, 25 Feb 2024 17:26:14 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274137328/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-brazil-reign-supreme-again <![CDATA[UAE participates in G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Brazil]]> RIO DE JANEIRO, 25th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State and the UAE Sherpa to the G20 process, led the UAE delegation participating in the first G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting of 2024, which focused on the Group's role in addressing ongoing international tensions and achieving the desired reforms of the global governance system.

The UAE's participation in this meeting follows the c]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274137330/uae-participates-in-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-brazil Sun, 25 Feb 2024 16:47:33 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274137330/uae-participates-in-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-brazil <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024: Brendo fires last-gasp volley to send Brazil into final]]> DUBAI, 24th February, 2024 (WAM) - Brendo fires last-gasp volley to send Brazil into UAE 2024 final in their semifinal clash against Iran today in Dubai.

Iran's Ali Mirshekari's rocket shot broke the deadlock, before Mohammad Masoumi doubled the lead with an acrobatic goal early in the second half. Iran then produced a heroic defensive performance, with Hamid Behzadpour and Seyed Mirjalili making several magnific]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274136685/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-brendo-fires-last-gasp-volley-to-send-brazil-into-final Sat, 24 Feb 2024 17:00:09 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274136685/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-brendo-fires-last-gasp-volley-to-send-brazil-into-final <![CDATA[UAE leaders congratulate President of Guyana on Republic Day]]> ABU DHABI, 23rd February, 2024 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana on the occasion of his country's Republic Day.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vic]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274135283/uae-leaders-congratulate-president-of-guyana-on-republic-day Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:51:15 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274135283/uae-leaders-congratulate-president-of-guyana-on-republic-day <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024: Brazil beat Japan 8-4 to reach semi-finals]]> DUBAI, 22nd February, 2024 (WAM) --Brazil produced a goal-frenzied performance, demolishing Japan 8-4 in the UAE 2024 Dubai beach soccer quarter-finals today. Eight different players found the net for the Samba Boys, including a highlight-reel header from Bruno Xavier off the sand.

Their lead ballooned to a staggering 7-0, threatening the competition's biggest quarter-final win ever set by Brazil themselves in 20]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274134668/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-brazil-beat-japan-8-4-to-reach-semi-finals Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:48:38 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274134668/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-brazil-beat-japan-8-4-to-reach-semi-finals <![CDATA[UAE and Argentina Presidents discuss cooperation ties in phone call]]> ABU DHABI, 21st February, 2024 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Javier Milei, President of the Argentine Republic, held a telephone conversation today, aimed at enhancing and further developing the cooperative relations between their two countries to serve their mutual interests.

The two leaders also discussed opportunities to broaden the scope of cooperation, ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274133666/uae-and-argentina-presidents-discuss-cooperation-ties-in-phone-call Wed, 21 Feb 2024 20:17:53 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274133666/uae-and-argentina-presidents-discuss-cooperation-ties-in-phone-call <![CDATA[Brazil hold on to beat Mexico 4-3, advance to FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 quarter-finals]]> DUBAI, 20th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Brazil needed extra time to eventually shrug off a Mexico side determined to exit the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 with a bang.

Cristofher Castillo gave Mexico the lead inside just two seconds but Brazil, as expected, didn't take that blow lying down and turned the game on it's head through Edson Hulk and Mauricinho.

Both sides would then net a goal apiece with Br]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274132336/brazil-hold-on-to-beat-mexico-4-3-advance-to-fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-quarter-finals Tue, 20 Feb 2024 18:58:08 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274132336/brazil-hold-on-to-beat-mexico-4-3-advance-to-fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-quarter-finals <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024: Belarus cruise by Colombia]]> DUBAI, 20th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Ihar Bryshtsel was on show once again at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 as the Belarusian netted a hat-trick to help inflict a 4-0 defeat on Colombia.

Anatoliy Ryabko gave Belarus the lead with a free-kick, and that advantage was quickly doubled when Bryshtsel tapped home from underneath the crossbar. The Belarusians' star man then helped himself to two more before th]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274132222/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-belarus-cruise-by-colombia Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:20:19 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274132222/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup-uae-2024-belarus-cruise-by-colombia <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024: Argentina snatch dramatic victory over Spain]]> DUBAI, 19th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Late goals rained down in a pulsating second half as Argentina edged past Spain in a see-saw encounter at FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024.

Both teams traded blows in an action-packed affair, exchanging three goals each before the final minutes. However, long-range strikes from Manuel Pomar and Lucas Medero proved decisive, securing a hard-fought victory for the Albiceles]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274130778/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-argentina-snatch-dramatic-victory-over-spain Mon, 19 Feb 2024 17:40:47 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274130778/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-argentina-snatch-dramatic-victory-over-spain <![CDATA[Minister Joly to travel to Brazil for bilateral visit and G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting]]> February 19, 2024 - Munich, Germany - Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that she is travelling to Brazil, where she will visit Belem from February 19 to 20, 2024, and Rio de Janeiro from February 21 to 22.

While in Belem, Minister Joly will meet with Brazilian officials, including Helder Barbalho, Governor of the state of Para, to discus]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274132490/minister-joly-to-travel-to-brazil-for-bilateral-visit-and-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting Mon, 19 Feb 2024 14:00:51 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274132490/minister-joly-to-travel-to-brazil-for-bilateral-visit-and-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024: Mauricinho wins Brazil pulsating classico agaist Portugal]]> DUBAI, 19th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Brazil landed a 3-2 victory against Portugal in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024 finals yesterday, securing its spot in the quarter-finals with two wins over Oman 5-3 and Portugal 3-2, before its last match in the group stage against Mexico tomorrow.

Mauricinho somehow scored while Brazil were at a numerical disadvantage to win them a thrilling classico against Portug]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274130492/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-mauricinho-wins-brazil-pulsating-classico-agaist-portugal Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:44:55 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274130492/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-mauricinho-wins-brazil-pulsating-classico-agaist-portugal <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024: Senegal rally to defeat Colombia 5-3]]> DUBAI, 18th February, 2024 (WAM) -- From the brink of defeat, Senegal staged a dramatic comeback, clawing back from a two-goal deficit to snatch victory against Colombia and reignite their FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024 dreams.

Edu Lopez stunned the crowd with a brilliant goal, putting Colombia in the driver's seat. But Senegal roared back in the second half, only to be silenced by Esleider Avila's ]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274129911/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-senegal-rally-to-defeat-colombia-5-3 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 18:59:36 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274129911/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-senegal-rally-to-defeat-colombia-5-3 <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024: Iran through to quarter-finals after defeating Argentina]]> DUBAI, 17th February, 2024 (WAM) -- IR Iran booked their place in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024 knockout phase following a 6-3 victory over Argentina.

Three goals in the first period, including wonder strikes from Hamid Behzadpour and Reza Amiri, seemingly sent the contest in Iran's favour.

Argentina fought on, though, and twice brought the score to within one, but a fine team goal, which was f]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274129289/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-iran-through-to-quarter-finals-after-defeating-argentina Sat, 17 Feb 2024 19:17:09 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274129289/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-iran-through-to-quarter-finals-after-defeating-argentina <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024: Edson Hulk double helps Brazil down Oman]]> DUBAI, 16th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Brazil were given a stern test by Oman but ultimately did enough to get off to a winning start at UAE 2024 Dubai.

Edson Hulk flexed his muscle to help Brazil finally overpower the nagging challenge of Oman in their UAE 2024 Dubai opener. The Asian underdogs silenced the pro-Selecao http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274128611/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-edson-hulk-double-helps-brazil-down-oman Fri, 16 Feb 2024 19:59:12 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274128611/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-edson-hulk-double-helps-brazil-down-oman <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024 : Japan defeat Colombia 3-2]]> DUBAI, 16th February 2024 (WAM) -- Japan won their first match in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup by defeating Colombia 3-2 on Friday. The match opened the competition for Group C, which also includes Senegal and Belarus, at the Dubai Design District Stadium.

Japan, which hold the record, along with Brazil, for the most appearances in the Beach Soccer World Cup (12), was able to avoid a surprise from Colombia, wh]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274128433/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024--japan-defeat-colombia-3-2 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:32:56 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274128433/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024--japan-defeat-colombia-3-2 <![CDATA[FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup - UAE 2024: Japan defeat Colombia 3-2]]> DUBAI, 16th February 2024 (WAM) -- Japan won their first match in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup by defeating Colombia 3-2 on Friday. The match opened the competition for Group C, which also includes Senegal and Belarus, at the Dubai Design District Stadium.

Japan, which hold the record, along with Brazil, for the most appearances in the Beach Soccer World Cup (12), was able to avoid a surprise from Colombia, wh]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274128615/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-japan-defeat-colombia-3-2 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:32:56 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274128615/fifa-beach-soccer-world-cup---uae-2024-japan-defeat-colombia-3-2 <![CDATA[Peru seeks to learn good practices in labour sector at WGS: Minister]]> By Marta Cruzado

DUBAI, 15th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Peru has participated in the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024 seeking to learn about good practices in the labour sector to educate its citizens to increase the country's productivity and reduce poverty, Daniel Maurate, Minister of Labour and Employment Promotion of Peru, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) during the event in Dubai this week.

By Pablo Augusto; Renan de Souza

DUBAI, 13th February, 2024 (WAM) -- Ana Toni, Secretary of Climate Change at the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change of Brazil, underscored the importance of the COP Presidencies Troika, a partnership launched today between the UAE, Azerbaijan and Brazil to improve cooperation and continuity between curren]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274125125/cop-presidencies-troika-will-make-brazil-uae-work-closely-together-says-brazil-secretary-for-climate-change Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:23:12 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274125125/cop-presidencies-troika-will-make-brazil-uae-work-closely-together-says-brazil-secretary-for-climate-change <![CDATA[Joint initiative between UAE, Brazil and Cuba to enhance food security announced]]> http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274124752/joint-initiative-between-uae-brazil-and-cuba-to-enhance-food-security-announced Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:27:24 GMT http://www.southamericanews.net/news/274124752/joint-initiative-between-uae-brazil-and-cuba-to-enhance-food-security-announced