Stories for October 2021

Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 09:40 UTC
Future US Ambassador to Buenos Aires says Argentina needs an economic plan

Marc R. Stanley, the man chosen by US President Joseph Biden to become the next Ambassador to Buenos Aires, Tuesday said at his confirmation hearing before the Senate that the South American country needs an economic plan regarding its foreign debt.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 09:22 UTC
Ice Worlds Festival of Polar Science at Greenwich, London

On the eve of the UN COP26 climate talks in Glasgow, Scotland, the British Antarctic Survey is partnering with Royal Museums Greenwich a festival that is guaranteed to enthrall and inspire. Discover why Antarctica and the Arctic matter to all of us, experience a live virtual tour of the RRS Sir David Attenborough, enjoy a great day out for all the family. In London or online enjoy a dazzling showcase of polar environmental science, engineering and technology.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 09:20 UTC
ICC Prosecutor on 10-day mission to Colombia and Venezuela

Since Monday and until 3 November, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Mr Karim A.A. Khan QC, will undertake a 10-day mission to Latin America, which will include official visits to the Republic of Colombia and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. The mission to the region builds upon the productive meetings the Prosecutor has already held, both in-person and virtually, with multiple stakeholders in relation to both situations.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 08:40 UTC
Argentina declares Maradona's childhood house as a 'National Historic Site'

Argentina authorities have declared the house in the low-income Buenos Aires neighborhood of Villa Fiorito where football legend Diego Armando Maradona spent his childhood a National Historic Site, it was announced learned Tuesday.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 08:33 UTC
“Polar Preet” and her Antarctic challenge, “I really hope I can inspire people”

British Army officer Captain Harpreet Chandi is preparing to become the first woman of colour to cross Antarctica unsupported. The physio-therapist from 3 Medical Regiment, who is being sponsored by the British Forces Broadcasting System, BFBS, will be completely on her own during the challenge which is set to last 45 days.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021 - 08:25 UTC
World Voyageur on its inaugural visit to Gibraltar

The cruise ship “World Voyageur” on its inaugural visit to Gibraltar was welcomed by Minister for the Environment, Sustainability, Climate Change and Education John Cortes has welcomed the World Voyager cruise ship on its inaugural visit to Gibraltar.
Tuesday, October 26th 2021 - 20:09 UTC
Third doses and shots for foreigners announced in Argentina

Argentina's Health Minister Carla Vizzotti Tuesday announced third doses of COVID-19 vaccines were to be applied to specific groups of patients as well as to foreign tourists.
Tuesday, October 26th 2021 - 20:05 UTC
Bright future ahead for Paraguay's economy

Paraguay's Treasury Monday forecast economic growth of 4.5% by the end of 2021, it was announced.
Tuesday, October 26th 2021 - 19:06 UTC
Argentine businessman found dead in Uruguay River

Argentine businessman Eugenio Schneider, who owned a successful sandwich restaurant near Paysandú in Uruguay, was found dead on the west side of the Uruguay river shore Saturday. His body was identified Monday by his family. He was 81.
Tuesday, October 26th 2021 - 18:17 UTC
Rural workers stage protest before Argentine Congress in support of Access to Land bill

Argentina's Union of Land Workers (UTT) Monday camped in front of the Congress building in Buenos Aires in support of the Access to Land bill. The UTT, which claims to represent rural workers nationwide, who make up for 8 % of the national workforce, planned to stay mobilized for 4 days in a row.