Argentina’s Milei bans journalists from government headquarters

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:19:37 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina: Argentina's radical libertarian president, Javier Milei, blocked accredited reporters from entering the government's headquarters and took to social media, in all caps, to insult the country's news media as "filthy scum that claims to be journalists."

He even posted an AI-generated image that showed a local TV journalist in an orange prison jumpsuit.

Peru’s presidential election now heading for a dead-heat

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:12:09 GMT

LIMA, Peru: As Peru's vote count drags on amid fraud allegations and a razor-thin battle for second place, right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori is heading for a dead-heat presidential runoff against leftist Roberto Sanchez.

In the first survey since the April 12 first round, polling firm Ipsos Peru said on April 27 that the daughter of late President Alberto Fujimori would tie with Sanchez at 38 percent each

World No. 1 Nelly Korda, No. 345 Brianna Do share lead at Riviera

Fri, 01 May 2026 23:05:14 GMT

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Nelly Korda is back on the hunt for another LPGA title, as the World No. 1 caught co-leader Brianna Do for the 36-hole lead at the Riviera May Open at Mayakoba on Friday in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Korda -- fresh off her third major victory at last week's Chevron Championship and having regained the No. 1 ranking -- shot a 5-under-par 67 in the second round at El

12-member Indian shotgun squad set for year's second ISSF World Cup stage

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:48:13 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): A 12-member Indian shotgun squad is all set to take part in the year's second International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shotgun stage in Almaty, Kazakhstan, beginning with team arrivals on Saturday (May 02, 2026).

A total of 284 athletes representing 42 national Olympic committees are in the fray for the five Olympic events on the 10-day roster. Eight members of the

Cameron Young leads Cadillac with Jordan Spieth right behind

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:55:08 GMT

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Cameron Young fired a bogey-free, 8-under-par 64 to kick off the Cadillac Championship and take a one-shot lead over Jordan Spieth and Alex Smalley on Thursday outside Miami.

The PGA Tour returned to Trump National Doral and the famed 'Blue Monster' for the first time since 2016. The event is a $20 million signature event with no 36-hole cut.

Young won the big

US resumes direct flights to Venezuela after 7-year suspension

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:45:50 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 1 (ANI): Direct commercial air travel between the United States and Venezuela has resumed after a seven-year gap, marking a significant reopening of aviation links between the two countries.

The first flight under the renewed arrangement, operated by American Airlines, departed from Miami and landed in Caracas on Thursday (local time).

The White House announced the development on so

Stewart Cink, Alex Cejka lead Regions Tradition, 2nd senior major

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:25:13 GMT

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Stewart Cink birdied his final hole to tie Germany's Alex Cejka for the lead after one round of the Regions Tradition on Thursday in Birmingham, Ala.

Cink won the first major of the PGA Tour Champions season, the Senior PGA Championship, two weeks ago. Now he's in prime position to contend for the second.

He and Cejka shot 7

First direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:58:02 GMT

CARACAS, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) -- The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela in 7 years landed in Caracas.

Flight AA3599 operated by Envoy Air, a subsidiary of American Airlines, departed Miami at 10:11 a.m. EDT (1411 GMT), five minutes ahead of its scheduled time, according to Miami International Airport flight departure information. It arrived around three hours later in the Venezu

Argentina, India deepen strategic partnership on edible oil security, agricultural cooperation

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:16:20 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Argentina and India are strengthening their strategic partnership with a focus on global edible oil security, agricultural innovation, and long-term resilience, according to a press release issued by the Embassy of Argentina in India.

Argentine Ambassador to India, Mariano Caucino, said the two countries have built a dynamic relationship that extends beyond trade, rooted in mutu

Alexander Blockx stuns Casper Ruud to reach Madrid semis

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:55:07 GMT

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Alexander Blockx won 84.8% (28 of 33) of his first-serve points and stormed his way to a 6-4, 6-4 upset of defending champion Casper Ruud on Thursday to reach the semifinals of the Madrid Open.

Blockx, 21, from Belgium, needed just 96 minutes to dispose of Ruud, the No. 12 seed from Norway. Ranked No. 69 in the world, Blockx is the fourth-lowest ranked player t

EU activates interim trade agreement with Mercosur from tomorrow

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:54:21 GMT

BRUSSELS, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) -- The interim trade agreement between the European Union and the Mercosur bloc of South American countries will enter provisional application from tomorrow, 1st May, in a move the EU said will deliver immediate and tangible benefits to European businesses, workers and citizens by reducing tariffs and opening new opportunities in one of the world's largest trading regions.

On this

Alvarez leapfrogs Messi to become fastest Argentinian to 25 UCL goals

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:48:57 GMT

Madrid [Spain], April 30 (ANI): Argentina striker Julian Alvarez outclassed legend Lionel Messi to become the fastest player from his country to reach 25 UEFA Champions League goals.

Alvarez played a crucial role in keeping Atletico's bid for a fourth UCL alive with a fine penalty conversion in the 56th minute, with the clash in Madrid against Arsenal ending in a 1-1 stalemate.

Now, Alvarez has scored 25

Brazil Senate rejects Lula's Supreme Court nominee

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:28:08 GMT

BRASILIA, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Brazil's Senate on Wednesday rejected the nomination of Solicitor General Jorge Messias for an open seat on the Supreme Court, making President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva the first leader in more than a century to have a top court nominee rejected by Congress, Reuters reported.

The chamber rejected Lula's nomination in a 42-34 vote, as backing from at least 41 of Brazil's 81 sen

Brewers place LHP Angel Zerpa (forearm) on 15-day injured list

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:19:10 GMT

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The Milwaukee Brewers placed left-handed reliever Angel Zerpa on the 15-day injured list with left forearm tightness on Wednesday.

The move was retroactive to Tuesday. In a corresponding move, the Brewers called up left-hander Brian Fitzpatrick from Triple-A Nashville.

Zerpa, acquired in an offseason trade with Kansas City, was 0-2 with two saves, a 6.39 ERA, s

'Trump seeks Iran's surrender through naval blockade, internal discord': Ghalibaf

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:04:33 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 29 (ANI): Iran's Parliament Speaker, MB Ghalibaf, in an audio message, affirmed that Iran would defeat the 'deceitful plan' of its adversaries and that US President Donald Trump is seeking the country's surrender through 'internal discord and naval blockade', as reported by ISNA on Wednesday.

According to ISNA, in an audio message for Iranians, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf lauded the resilience

Union Minister JP Nadda meets Ecuador FM Rosero, discusses enhancing bilateral health cooperation

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:27:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday met Ecuador's Foreign Minister Maria Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero in the national capital and held discussions on advancing the bilateral health cooperation between the two countries.

Sharing the details of the meeting in a post on X, the Union Minister said that they reflected on the strong partnership between India and Ecuador and disc

Senate blocks bid to limit Trumps power to attack Cuba

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:34:19 GMT

The US president has repeatedly hinted at a possible regime-change operation on the island

A Democratic-led effort to limit US President Donald Trump's authority to use military force against Cuba without congressional authorization has failed in the Senate.

The Republican-majority Senate's vote on the measure on Tuesday narrowly dismissed it as out of order in a 51-47 tally on grounds that

'Indian diplomacy stands ready to advance national interest, secure national goals': Jaishankar

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:02:34 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday spoke about the expansion of India's engagement with the world in the last decade and highlighted how Indian diplomacy stands ready to advance national interests and goals.

He made the remarks while addressing India's High Commissioners, Ambassadors and senior MEA officials at the 11th Heads of Missions Conference in New Delhi

US soldier denies betting on Maduros removal

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:12:53 GMT

RT examines how prediction markets are fueling concerns over the misuse of non-public information

A US Special Forces soldier accused of making more than $400,000 by betting on a secret military operation pleaded not guilty in court on Tuesday. The case has highlighted growing concerns over prediction markets turning geopolitical events into opportunities for insider profit.

Master Sergeant

EAM affirms close cooperation in multilateral forums with Ecuador FM

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:42:55 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday discussed with Ecuador Foreign Minister Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero, ways to deepen India's cooperation with the South American country

Jaishankar assured that India will closely cooperate in multilateral forums.

In a post on X, he said, 'Pleased to welcome FM Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero of Ecuador, who is on her first visi

Ecuador Foreign Minister Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero arrives in New Delhi for three-day India visit

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:05:51 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Ecuador's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero arrived in New Delhi early on Wednesday morning for a three-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between India and Ecuador.

Welcoming her arrival, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a post on X, 'Warmly welcome Minister of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility Ms. Gab

'Freedom of our region non-negotiable': US, allies show support for Panama amid China trade tensions

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:18:16 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 29 (ANI): The United States and its allies have raised concerns over what they described as China's 'targeted economic pressure' on Panama following a key court decision affecting port operations linked to the Chinese firm CK Hutchison.

In a joint statement, the US, along with Bolivia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Paraguay and Trinidad and Tobago, reaffirmed their commitment to regional sovereign

Jannik Sinner's win streak reaches 20 as he cruises to Madrid QFs

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:40:37 GMT

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World No. 1 Jannik Sinner continued his quest to become the first player to win five consecutive ATP Masters 1000 tournaments by besting Great Britain's Cameron Norrie 6-2, 7-5 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open on Tuesday.

With an early 11 a.m. start time for the match, the Italian didn't waste much time, taking care of the No. 19 seed in 87 minutes. W

Anant Ambani urges Colombia to stay lethal removal of 80 hippos, offers permanent home at Vantara

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:31:13 GMT

Jamnagar (Gujarat) [India], April 28 (ANI): In response to the authorisation for the lethal removal of eighty hippopotamuses in Colombia's Magdalena River basin, Anant Mukesh Ambani, Reliance Industries Limited Executive Director and Vantara founder, Anant Ambani, has formally asked the Government of Colombia to stay their decision and consider a humane alternative.

Anant Ambani has suggested a safe, scientifica

Interview: Chancay Port enhances cultural exchanges between Peru, China, says Peruvian museum director

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:15:24 GMT

"The Port of Chancay not only creates a bridge for trade and navigation, but also facilitates exchange along this route, which primarily connects China's Port of Shanghai with Peru's Port of Chancay."

LIMA, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Peru and China, two ancient civilizations with profound historical legacies, are seeing a greater flow of cultural exchanges thanks to the Chancay Port, a Peruvian museum

China strengthens role as global supply chain hub

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:47:20 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- In Qingdao, China's eastern port city that is also home to a major shipbuilding base, CSSC Engine Co., Ltd. has recently delivered the country's first ammonia-fueled low-speed marine engine, marking a breakthrough in the zero-carbon marine propulsion field.

CSSC Engine has formed partnerships with over 130 firms from countries and regions, including Japan, the Republic of Korea, Swit

Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff sent packing in Madrid Round of 16

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:25:12 GMT

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Unseeded Austrian Anastasia Potapova surprised No. 2 seed Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan and won a 7-6 (8), 6-4 battle in the Round of 16 at the Madrid Open on Monday.

Two of the top three seeds were shown the exit door, as Czech 13th seed Linda Noskova defeated No. 3 seed Coco Gauff 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (5). Top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka o

Alexander Blockx latest youngster to knock off high seed in Madrid

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:55:17 GMT

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Alexander Blockx of Belgium was the latest player to secure his first career top-10 victory when he upset Canadian third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (3), 6-3 on Monday in the third round of the Madrid Open.

Blockx, 21, reached the Round of 16 for the second straight ATP Masters 1000 event after first doing so at the Monte Carlo Masters.

His first care

Shakira crew member dies after "crushing injuries" during Brazil show setup

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:09:24 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 27 (ANI): A construction worker died in a tragic accident while helping set up the stage for Shakira's upcoming show in Brazil, concert organisers confirmed, according to PEOPLE.

The incident took place on Sunday during preparations for the singer's public concert. Organisers shared a statement on Instagram and said the worker was part of the team assembling structures for the

US and Canada source gold from drug cartel mines NYT

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:41:43 GMT

Mints in both countries receive the metal from a North American contractor who mixes dirty gold with domestic supplies, the investigation claims

The US and Canadian government mints have for years sourced coin gold from mines controlled by Colombia's Clan del Golfo drug cartel, despite vowing that all the precious metal is extracted on domestic soil, according to an investigation by the New York

Sun Pharma to acquire Organon for $11.75 Billion in all-cash deal, eyes top-25 global pharma spot

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:07:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd announced Monday that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Organon & Co. for $14.00 per share in an all-cash transaction, valuing the US-based healthcare company at an enterprise valuation of $11.75 billion.

Shares of Sun Pharma jumped over 7 per cent to Rs 1,737.20 after the company disclosed information about the acquisition and

West Asia conflict driving India's edible oil imports toward supply-driven sourcing, says IVPA

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:46:57 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): India's edible oil imports are shifting from a price-led to a supply-driven model as climate shocks, geopolitical tensions and energy markets converge, the Indian Vegetable Oil Producers' Association (IVPA) said on Sunday.

Speaking at the 24th International Conference BLACK SEA GRAIN.KYIV-2026, IVPA Vice President Bhavna Shah said three key forces -- weak monsoons, high crude oi

Team Liquid improves to 4-0 at LCS Spring

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:05:10 GMT

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Team Liquid won on Sunday to join Cloud9 atop the standings at 4-0 at the LCS Spring event in Los Angeles.

A 2-1 victory over the Sentinels moved Team Liquid into a tie with Cloud9, which competed on Saturday. In Sunday's other match, LYON swept Disguised 2-0 to improve to 3-1.

Eight teams will compete in best-of-three mat

Marco Reus scores brace as Galaxy edge Real Salt Lake

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:40:34 GMT

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Marco Reus scored on a late penalty kick for his second goal of the match as the Los Angeles Galaxy defeated visiting Real Salt Lake 2-1 on Sunday at Carson, Calif.

JT Marcinkowski made nine saves, including two in extra time to atone for an earlier mishap, for the Galaxy (3-4-3, 12 points), who won for the first time in three league matches.

Rafael was credite

Venezuela's Window of Opportunity for Economic Recovery: Buying Time to Rebuild While Under Siege

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:10:35 GMT

Although progressives are rightly concerned about US-coerced compromises and concessions, it is equally important to understand the resilience and continuing successes of Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution. Focusing only on the half-empty aspect of the proverbial glass obscures the strength of the r

Dismantling Orbans legacy: the reforms that lie ahead for Hungary

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:03:58 GMT

Following Viktor Orbans election defeat on April 12, new Hungarian premierPeter Magyarhas promised to seekjustice for crimes committed by his predecessor's network of political allies and the oligarchs who supported them.

The corruption is well entrenched: Orban dominated Hungarian politics for years without any serious challenger, and there has never been another figure in the countrys modern history who amassed

Venezuela: Where Oil Is Local, but Power Is Global

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:10:19 GMT

"The oil may belong to a country."

"But power begins where that oil can be authorized, validated, and converted into system."

Venezuela is not an isolated case nor a regional anomaly, but a point of convergence where the United States exerts structural influence over the country's ability to transform its oil into economic value. The resource lies within V

Venezuela: Where Oil Is Local, but Power Is Global

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:40:19 GMT

Venezuela is not an isolated case nor a regional anomaly, but a point of convergence where the United States exerts structural influence over the countrys ability to transform its oil into economic value. The resource lies within Venezuelan territory, production occurs within its borders, and the infrastructure formally belongs to the State, but the possibility of converting that oil into revenue depends on an architec

Exaggerated Claims about Latino Migration to US by White Nationalists

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:35:20 GMT

In the run-up to the 2024 election, Donald Trump promised, We will close the border. We will stop the invasion of illegals into our country. A year later, it was a promisehe claimed to have kept. But exactly who are the illegals? Loose definitions and manipulated statistics tell a very misleading story about migrants from Latin America.

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Earlier this year, a chart appeared onsocialmedia sitesli

Magic Pick 84 and More | S.S. Mailbag

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In our latest mailbag, Bucs fans have questions about Keionte Scott's draft slot, this year's international games, Lavonte David memories and more

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Last Friday night, on the second day of the 2026 NFL Draft, General Manager Jason Licht swung a trade with the Green Bay Packers, moving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers down from pick number 77 to number 84 in the middle of the third round. It was a drough

Opinion Its Time to Restore Back-Channel Diplomacy

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:29:15 GMT

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There is a parallel universe where Donald Trump is the grand strategist of his own imagination. In this world, Trump remains bombastic, manipulative, and irresistibly drawn to casting himself as a risk-taker thriving on high-stakes moves. But he also somehow absorbs the hard-nosed realism and political sensitivity of his decade-longpen pa

Record-Breaking World Heat

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:37:55 GMT

The world is its hottest in modern human history (circa 1500-present). Yet, fossil fuel CO2 emissions continue unabated, effectively creating an artificial blanket that retains heat. Despite decarbonization efforts, emissions continue to rise, driven by increasing energy demand and fossil fuel use. According to NOAA, over the past 60 years,carbon dioxide (CO2)in the atmosphere has increased 100-200timesfaster than it d

Ecuador imposes 100 pct tariff on Colombian imports amid trade tensions

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:45:21 GMT

QUITO, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Ecuador on Friday began imposing a 100 percent tariff on all imports from Colombia, escalating trade tensions between the two countries, authorities said.

The measure applies to all goods of Colombian origin or shipped from Colombia, based on their customs value.

Authorities said the move is aimed at strengthening border security and customs controls.

However, exceptions in

Lingard scores as Corinthians beats Penarol

Fri, 01 May 2026 06:48:00 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Gustavo Henrique and Jesse Lingard struck first-half goals as Brazil's Corinthians eased to a 2-0 home win over Uruguayan side Penarol in the Copa Libertadores group stage on Thursday.

Henrique opened the scoring by heading in after Rodrigo Garro's set piece and former Manchester United forward Lingard doubled the lead with a first-time finish after Yuri Alberto's cross.

Paraguay to face Nicaragua before World Cup

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:49:02 GMT

ASUNCION, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Paraguay will finalize its preparations for the FIFA World Cup with a friendly against Nicaragua, the Paraguayan Football Association said on Thursday.

The match will be played on June 5 at the Defensores del Chaco Stadium in the Paraguayan capital Asuncion, six days before the start of the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

"The Albirroja will face Nicaragu

Brazilian Congress overturns Lula veto, approves bill that could reduce Bolsonaro's sentence

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:45:09 GMT

BRASILIA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Brazil's Congress on Thursday overturned President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's veto of a sentencing bill that could reduce penalties for those convicted over the Jan. 8, 2023 attacks on federal government buildings.

The measure, known as the "dosimetry" bill, lowers sentences for crimes such as attempted coup and violent abolition of the democratic order.

It also allows sent

In Colombia and Brazil, presidential candidates offer old solutions to old problems

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:22:19 GMT

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On May 31st, Colombian voters will go to the polls with Abelardo de la Espriella - criminal lawyer, self-styled outsider, and self-described "Tiger" - securing his place in the runoff against left-wi

Late own goal denies Palmeiras in Asuncion

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:47:26 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Goalkeeper Carlos Miguel scored a late own goal as Paraguay's Cerro Porteno salvaged a 1-1 home draw with Brazilian side Palmeiras in the Copa Libertadores group stage on Wednesday.

Colombian midfielder Jhon Arias gave Palmeiras the lead in Asuncion by firing in from close range after Allan's cross.

The visitors looked to be cruising until the 72nd minute when Juan Itu

Uruguay to increase fuel prices as global crude costs soar

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:15:05 GMT

MONTEVIDEO, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Uruguayan Economy Minister Gabriel Oddone confirmed on Wednesday that fuel prices will rise again as of Friday due to rising international oil prices.

The size of the price increase has not yet been determined, Oddone told reporters, describing the situation as "complex."

The final decision will be made jointly by relevant ministries based on both technical and political c

At least 9 killed, 22 injured in bus accident in western Bolivia

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:45:18 GMT

LA PAZ, April 29 (Xinhua) -- At least nine people were killed and 22 others injured Wednesday when a passenger bus overturned on a highway in western Bolivia, police said.

The accident occurred early in the morning near the town of Villa Challacollo on the Pisiga-Oruro international route, which connects Bolivia and Chile.

Police said the driver, a 24-year-old man, tested negative for alcohol and sustaine

Algeria reaffirms support for OPEC after UAE exit shakes oil alliance

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:15:46 GMT

ALGIERS, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Algeria on Wednesday reaffirmed its "full and steadfast commitment" to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its OPEC+ partners, saying the groups remain central to efforts to stabilize global oil markets.

In a statement, the Ministry of Hydrocarbons described OPEC as playing a "strategic and structural role" in defending the interests of producing countri

Russia to stay in OPEC+, welcomes UAE's responsible role in global energy markets: Kremlin

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:45:47 GMT

MOSCOW, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Russia will remain in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, known as OPEC+, and welcomes the intention of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to adopt a responsible stance in global energy markets after leaving the oil alliance, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday.

On Tuesday, the UAE announced it would withdraw from OPEC and the broade

Brazil sees record int'l tourism revenue in Q1

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:45:15 GMT

SAO PAULO, April 28 (Xinhua) -- International travelers contributed a record 3.2 billion U.S. dollars to Brazil's economy in the first quarter, up by 11.8 percent from a year earlier, the government reported Tuesday, citing data from the Central Bank of Brazil.

In March alone, revenue from international tourism reached 934 million dollars, 4 million dollars higher than in March 2025, confirming the sector's cont

U.S. Senate rejects motion limiting Trump's war powers regarding Cuba

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:15:09 GMT

WASHINGTON, April 28 (Xinhua) -- In a procedural vote, the U.S. Senate on Tuesday rejected a motion proposed by Democrats to limit President Donald Trump's war powers, which aims to prevent the president from launching military action against Cuba without congressional authorization.

Brazilian president enacts Mercosur-EU free trade agreement

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:15:12 GMT

BRASILIA, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday signed a decree enacting a free trade agreement between the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and the European Union (EU), marking a key step toward creating one of the world's largest trading areas.

The agreement, previously approved by Brazil's Congress, will begin to take effect gradually from May 1.

Speaking at the

UAE calls OPEC exit a "sovereign" choice, citing long-term economic vision

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:45:09 GMT

DUBAI, April 28 (Xinhua) -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s decision to leave OPEC is a "sovereign, strategic choice" based on the country's long-term economic vision, Foreign Ministry communications director Afra Mahash Al Hameli said Tuesday.

"The UAE's decision to exit OPEC is a sovereign, strategic choice grounded in its long-term economic vision," Al Hameli wrote on X. She said the move would give the coun

Morales fires Argentinos Juniors past Huracan

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:19:23 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, April 27 (Xinhua) -- A second-half strike from Ivan Morales gave Argentinos Juniors a 2-1 away win over Huracan in Argentina's Apertura tournament on Monday.

The hosts opened the scoring through Facundo Waller, who pounced on a loose ball before firing a first-time effort into the far corner.

Tomas Molina equalized by timing his run to perfection to head in after Sebastian Prieto's floating

Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon down 17 pct in Q1

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:45:22 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon fell 17 percent in the first quarter from a year earlier, according to data released by Amazon Institute of People and the Environment.

From January to March, deforested area declined from 419 to 348 square km -- roughly 7,000 soccer fields.

The drop is even more pronounced under the region's "deforestation calendar," which runs fr

China Focus: China secures stable energy supply, quickens green transition amid turbulent external environment

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:18:13 GMT

BEIJING, April 27 (Xinhua) -- China has maintained stable energy supply and accelerated its green energy transition in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, demonstrating strong resilience in its energy system amid a volatile external environment, the National Energy Administration (NEA) said Monday.

In the first three months, China secured safe and effective energy supply, with higher crude oil and natural gas output

Economic Watch: China strengthens role as global supply chain hub

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:16:19 GMT

BEIJING, April 27 (Xinhua) -- In Qingdao, China's eastern port city that is also home to a major shipbuilding base, CSSC Engine Co., Ltd. has recently delivered the country's first ammonia-fueled low-speed marine engine, marking a breakthrough in the zero-carbon marine propulsion field.

CSSC Engine has formed partnerships with over 130 firms from countries and regions, including Japan, the Republic of Korea, Swi

Pedro shines as Flamengo routs Atletico Mineiro

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:45:14 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, April 26 (Xinhua) -- Pedro continued his prolific scoring form as defending champion Flamengo cruised to a 4-0 away win over Atletico Mineiro in Brazil's Serie A on Sunday.

The Brazil international opened the scoring with an eighth-minute strike and Ecuadorian winger Gonzalo Plata doubled the advantage with a long-range effort just after the half hour.

Giorgian de Arrascaeta latched onto G

Rivadavia hits five in win over Gimnasia

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:15:22 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, April 26 (Xinhua) -- Leader Independiente Rivadavia scored four second-half goals en route to a 5-1 home win over Gimnasia Mendoza in Argentina's Apertura tournament on Sunday.

The visitors went ahead early through Blas Armoa's strike but Sheyko Studer equalized before Fabrizio Sartori gave the hosts the lead just after halftime.

Gimnasia was reduced to 10 men on the hour when Franco Saavedr

Former Miami Congressman David Rivera is convicted of secretly lobbying for Maduro's Venezuela

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:53:09 GMT

MIAMI (AP) - A former Miami congressman and longtime friend of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was convicted Friday in connection with a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on behalf of Venezuela during the first Trump administration.

Jurors found Republican David Rivera and an associate, Esther Nuhfer, guilty on all counts, including failing to register as a foreign agent with the Justice Department an

Blockbuster EU-Mercosur trade deal enters into force

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:46:38 GMT

BRUSSELS (AFP) - The European Union's mammoth trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur provisionally enters into force Friday, despite a pending court ruling on its legality.

The agreement to create one of the world's biggest free-trade zones was sealed in January after more than 25 years of intermittent negotiations.

Together, the EU and Mercosur account for 30% of global GDP and more than 700

Controversial EU-Mercosur free trade deal comes into force

Fri, 01 May 2026 06:41:13 GMT

The agreement to create one of the world's biggest free-trade zones was sealed in January after more than 25 years of intermittent negotiations.

The deal, which eliminates tariffs on more than 90 percent of trade between the two sides, has proven divisive in Europe, with France leading opposition over concerns some of its farmers will be left worse off.

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