BBC Suspension of Staff Member Fuels Speculation, Despite Few Facts

10 de July, 2023

The suspension followed a report that a person had paid for sexually explicit images from a teenager. On Monday, the BBC said, a lawyer for the teenager said the allegations were “rubbish.”

⟵ A monumental LGBTQ rights case is barreling toward the Supreme Court

Climate Czar John Kerry Says Ukraine War Is ‘Exacerbating The Problem’ On Climate Change ⟶

Petro Challenges Congress After Key Reform Fails

Gustavo Petro, inspired by Pedro Castillo’s rise to power in Peru, faced his own challenges when attempting to pass significant reforms in Colombia. Castillo’s story echoes Julio Ramón Ribeyro’s narrative—a humble teacher turned president, clashing with Peru’s Congress. A political crisis ensued as his governing attempts were thwarted, culminating in his eventual arrest. Colombia’s President […]

Guatemala City Sees Six-Day Protest Over Coup Fears

For six days, thousands have protested in Guatemala City against actions targeting the Movimiento Semilla party. The Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) initiated the controversy. They seized ballot boxes and election papers last Monday, fueling the protests. Prosecutors Consuelo Porras and Rafael Curruchiche are behind the legal case. They claim the party engaged in election irregularities. […]

Brazil’s Coffee Exports Hit Record Highs Despite Logistical Challenges

Brazil’s coffee industry achieved remarkable success in September 2024, exporting a record-breaking 4.464 million 60-kg bags of coffee. This represents a 33.3% increase compared to the same period last year, generating $1.194 billion in revenue, an 84.5% rise from 2023. From January to September 2024, Brazil exported an all-time high of 36.428 million bags, a […]