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El Salvador recalls Mexico Ambassador after drug trafficking claims

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has recalled the country’s ambassador to Mexico following claims by Mexican Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch that a...

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Dominican Republic’s homicide rate drops to 8.3 per 100,000, now second safest in Latin America, President Abinader announces.

The Dominican Republic has achieved a significant milestone in public safety, with its homicide rate dropping to 8.3 per 100,000 inhabitants, positioning it...

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Ecuador and Power China agree to end arbitration over Coca Codo Sinclair hydroelectric plant

Ecuador’s government has reached an agreement with Power China to initiate the process of ending arbitration related to the Coca Codo Sinclair hydroelectric...

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President Trump delays new tariffs until August 1, causing mixed reactions among trade partners and businesses

President Donald Trump has postponed the implementation of new tariffs on key trading partners until August 1, 2025, a move that has elicited...

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Congo-Brazzaville reports 21 mpox cases, urges public to take preventive measures

The Republic of the Congo has reported 21 confirmed cases of mpox, a viral disease formerly known as monkeypox. Health Minister Gilbert Mokoki...

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China’s BYD to start assembling electric cars in Brazil

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has commenced production at its new plant in Camaçari, Bahia State, Brazil, marking a significant milestone in...

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Albania’s Llogara Tunnel opens, reducing travel time from Dukat to Palase from 30 to 7 minutes, enhancing access to the Albanian Riviera.

The Llogara Tunnel, a significant infrastructure project in Albania, officially opened on July 5, 2024, marking a transformative development for the country’s transportation...

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Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announces completion of Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, Africa’s largest hydroelectric project, set for inauguration in September 2025.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced the completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile River, marking a significant...

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NCAA Considers Allowing College Athletes and Staff to Bet on Professional Sports Amidst Widespread Legalization

The NCAA is considering a proposal that would permit college athletes and staff members to place bets on professional sports, while maintaining strict...

Entertainment

Brandy and Monica have announced their first-ever joint tour, set to visit 24 cities across the U.S

Brandy and Monica, two of R&B’s most iconic voices, have announced their first-ever co-headlining tour, “The Boy Is Mine Tour,” set to begin...