Stories for March 2021

Wednesday, March 3rd 2021 - 08:38 UTC
Louise De Sousa is the new British Ambassador to Chile

Ambassador Mrs. Louise De Sousa will lead the British Embassy’s efforts further strengthening ties and co-operation between the United Kingdom and Chile. Ambassador De Sousa’s priorities will focus on UK and Chile co-operation responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and a clean, resilient global economic recovery; promoting meaningful action to tackle climate change in the lead-up to the COP26 climate conference; and further strengthening trade and prosperity between the UK and Chile. The ambassador’s work will also include defence and security co-operation, science and innovation, educational and cultural links, and gender equality, reflecting UK global priorities.
Wednesday, March 3rd 2021 - 08:38 UTC
Producer price inflation in Brazil anticipates Central bank will raise interest rates

Brazil's statistics agency IBGE said on Tuesday the monthly rate of producer price inflation kicked off this year at its second highest, with prices rising across all 24 activities surveyed.
Wednesday, March 3rd 2021 - 08:26 UTC
World leaders congratulate Gorbachev on his 90th birthday; most Russians not convinced with his reforms

Mikhail Gorbachev turned 90 on Tuesday, with several world leaders sending well-wishes to the former leader of the Soviet Union. The ex-leader of the Soviet Union and secretary-general of the Communist Party is considered by some as one of the greatest reformers of the 20th century — but remains a controversial figure at home.
Wednesday, March 3rd 2021 - 08:18 UTC
Scottish leaders' quarrel: Conservatives call for the resignation of First Minister Sturgeon

Scotland's first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, should resign, the main opposition party said on Tuesday amid a dispute involving her predecessor that threatens to damage the independence movement.
Wednesday, March 3rd 2021 - 08:08 UTC
The great Pele received his first dose of Covid-19 vaccine, “unforgettable day”

The great Brazilian football star Pele received his first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, calling it an “unforgettable day.” The 80-year-old Brazilian football great posted the news on his social media channels along with a picture of himself receiving the shot in his right arm.
Tuesday, March 2nd 2021 - 09:58 UTC
Argentine president attacks opposition, Judiciary, media and economic powers

In a defiant speech before the Legislative that launched the campaign for the October midterm elections, Argentine president Alberto Fernandez on Monday opened the 139th Congressional period of ordinary sessions with a barrage of attacks on the opposition, Judiciary, media and the concentrated economic powers.
Tuesday, March 2nd 2021 - 09:57 UTC
After thirty years of prolific research, RRS James Clark Ross makes final call to the Falklands

The RRS James Clark Ross (JCR) made her final call to her homeport of the Falkland Islands on Monday March first, since after thirty years of service, the JCR will be sold at the end of her 20/21 Antarctic season.
Tuesday, March 2nd 2021 - 09:54 UTC
Bolsonaro promises to sign on Tuesday a decree suspending a tax on diesel to prevent a truckers strike

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said on Tuesday he would suspend a tax on diesel fuel, to try and placate truckers, but the government would instead hike taxes on banks to offset lost revenue.
Tuesday, March 2nd 2021 - 09:39 UTC
Pablo Escobar's original four hippos in Colombia, could number 1,400 by 2034

Hippopotamuses are increasing in Colombia despite being an alien species in South America. Their existence in the country began with the import of four individuals by drug lord Pablo Escobar. The four hippopotamuses later escaped into the wild.
Tuesday, March 2nd 2021 - 09:31 UTC
EU will formally propose a digital vaccination passport by end of March

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU executive would propose a digital vaccination passport later this month, she said on Monday. Members of the bloc will then decide whether to press ahead with the scheme to allow each other to recognize citizens' proof of vaccination.