Stories for September 2022

Tuesday, September 27th 2022 - 09:53 UTC
King Charles III cypher revealed; personally chosen by the King

The cypher of King Charles III has been revealed, showing an image to be used by government departments and on state documents and post boxes. It was personally chosen by the King, from a range of designs produced by the College of Arms.
Tuesday, September 27th 2022 - 09:51 UTC
Brazil expects record harvest of wheat and moves closer to self sufficiency

The Brazilian wheat crop should reach 10.935 million tons as 2022 yields in four states are likely to increase output in what will be a record harvest for local farmers.
Tuesday, September 27th 2022 - 09:46 UTC
Mercosur partners concentrate most of Paraguay's foreign trade

Paraguay's foreign commerce of manufactured and agro-industrial goods reached US$ 3,383 million during the first eight months of 2022, with a clear predominance of Mercosur partners, points out the country's Ministry of Industry and Commerce.
Tuesday, September 27th 2022 - 09:41 UTC
“Rethinking Tourism” as a powerful driver for sustainable development

World Tourism Day, observed on 27 September, celebrates the power of tourism to foster inclusion, protect nature and promote cultural understanding. This year’s official celebration, “Rethinking Tourism”, will be hosted by Indonesia, celebrating this opportunity to rethink how we do tourism for a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient sector. We need to fully showcase the potential of tourism to create jobs for all and bring communities together.
Monday, September 26th 2022 - 19:07 UTC
Cuban voters agree to same-sex marriage

With over 66% votes in favor, Cubans have approved through a referendum the introduction of same-sex marriage and other novelties, the Electoral Council announced Monday. The agency also considered the trend to be “irreversible.” Cuban President Miguel Díaz Canel said that “justice has been done.” The new legislation will replace the norms dating back to 1975.
Monday, September 26th 2022 - 19:05 UTC
Police raid in Rio favela leaves at least 3 dead

At least three people were killed Monday during a police raid at a Rio de Janeiro favela when law enforcement officers clashed with drug traffickers in the northern area of Brazil's former capital city where dozens of schools were closed. An injured suspect was also hospitalized, it was reported.
Monday, September 26th 2022 - 18:56 UTC
Argentine Grand North Governors off on trade mission to the US

Argentina's Interior Minister Wado De Pedro and governors of the Grand North Provinces are leaving Monday on a business trip to the United States in search of opportunities during meetings in Washington and New York.
Monday, September 26th 2022 - 18:56 UTC
Wallace praises Truss as UK ups military spending

UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has announced that the government of Prime Minister Liz Truss intends to increase military spending up to to 3% of the country's Gross Domestic Product, per the Conservative leader's campaign promises, it was reported.
Monday, September 26th 2022 - 18:50 UTC
Uruguay's presidential custody chief arrested for allegedly falsifying Russian passports

The head of President Luis Lacalle Pou's custody, Alejandro Astesiano, has been arrested by order of the Public Prosecutor's Office for alleged “passport forgery”, according to Uruguayan media and confirmed by sources from the Presidency.
Monday, September 26th 2022 - 10:35 UTC
Ecuador sacks Interior Minister over police officer wife's murder scandal

Ecuador's Interior Minister Patricio Carrillo has been sacked by President Guillermo Lasso after the official was linked to a case of femicide, it was reported in Quito. Colonel Juan Zapata has been appointed as the new Minister of Interior.