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USAID halt creates major impact on Maldives projects

A source familiar with the situation confirmed that all USAID programs in the Maldives have been put on hold.

4 February 2025

Brazil again postpones vote on central bank financial autonomy

Financial autonomy would further increase the bank's independence from the executive branch.

Haiti's child death toll mounts as security mission lags

Violence in Ganthier had by Aug. 1 displaced nearly 6,000 residents, U.N. data showed.

Brazil authorities recovering bodies from plane crash, 62 killed

The plane, an ATR-72 turboprop, was bound for Sao Paulo from Cascavel and crashed around 1:30 p.m. (1630 GMT) in Vinhedo.

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With cheers and matrimony, North Americans celebrate total solar

At up to 4 minutes and 28 seconds, the total eclipse surpassed the duration of the 2017 one.

Scientists discover possible hammerhead shark nursery in Ecuador

Researchers will continue to monitor the shark to confirm that she was in a breeding area.

Maldives pres leaves for N.America for SIDS conference

The minister noted that many of SIDS outcomes have not been completed due to a lack of funds.

Mexico's presidential hopefuls wrap up campaign ahead of election

Whoever wins will face challenges on multiple fronts, including rampant impunity amid high murder rates.

Mexico welcomes home Ecuador embassy staff after armed raid

Ecuador argued it was unlawful to grant asylum to Glas, who had been convicted twice on graft charges.

Mexico's navy warns dual use chemicals boost meth production

Methamphetamine manufacturing in Mexico has increased by about 200% in roughly the last three years.

Protests spread as Venezuelan opposition claims victory

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who spearheaded the campaign for Gonzalez, called for marches on Tuesday.

Maldives President meets UN Secretary-General

SIDS summits are held every ten years.