Italian family returns to Rome 2 years after kidnapping by Malian militants

Brazil talks up local currency in the BRICS trade. Brazil’s Foreign Minister, Mauro Vieira, says using local currencies in BRICS trade will make transactions faster and cheaper. He discussed this on the “Good Morning Minister” TV show, produced by Brazil Communication Company. Last month, BRICS leaders met in Johannesburg. They asked their finance ministers to […]

With the Paris 2024 Olympics on the horizon, French authorities are significantly reshaping the opening ceremony amid escalating security concerns. Originally envisioned to host 600,000 spectators along the picturesque Seine River, the event’s capacity has been reduced to 325,000. This adjustment aims to tighten security measures and enhance crowd management in response to potential threats […]

Disagreements are growing between Paraguay and Argentina about the Paraguay-Paraná waterway. These issues could reach Mercosur’s highest levels soon. Argentina started charging tolls on January 1, 2023. In September, they seized a Paraguayan fuel barge. Even after a US$27,000 payment, the barge stayed seized. This led Paraguay to summon Argentina’s ambassador. President Santiago Peña of […]