Stories for August 17th 2023

Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 19:51 UTC
US approves consumption and sale of “cell-cultivated chicken”

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is revolutionizing the meat industry, it has approved the sale of cell-cultured chicken in a landmark decision that clears the path for consumers to try it out themselves, the two startups that received the first approvals announced.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 11:46 UTC
“Blue” dollar rises AR$ 50 in one day

The “blue” (a euphemism for “black market”) dollar reached a new all-time-high Wednesday in Argentina and closed at AR$ 780 after hitting AR$ 800 at some point during the day, it was reported in Buenos Aires. On Tuesday it traded at AR$ 730 after Monday's 22% devaluation which drove it from AR$ 600 on Friday. It traded at AR$346 at the end of 2022.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 11:08 UTC
Falklands Veteran and SAMA cofounder honored with the British Empire Medal

A Falklands War veteran has been awarded a British Empire Medal for his voluntary work to help his fellow veterans. Denzil Connick, 66, from Blackwood, was honored in King Charles III’s first-ever Birthday Honors list.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 11:01 UTC
Royal Navy Swiftsure-class nuclear submarine to be dismantled in Rosyth, a world first

A Swiftsure-class Royal Navy nuclear-powered attack submarines that entered service in the 1970s and served for more than 20 years has dry docked at Rosyth, Scotland, as it prepares for final dismantle in a world first.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 10:57 UTC
“Unprecedented declines” in Chilean wine exports: China and UK worst cases

Chile reported in the first half of 2023 “unprecedented declines” in wine exports, totaling 20 million boxes and 584 million dollars, which represents a 24% decrease in both volume and value compared to the same period last year, according to Wines of Chile.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 10:54 UTC
Brazilian export sectors concerned with the political and financial situation in Argentina

The deteriorating Argentine political and financial situation is already affecting some sectors of the Brazilian economy. Representatives from associations linked to manufactured products reported a decline in exports this year. They expressed concern over potentially worsening shipment figures until December when Argentines will decide on the country’s new president.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 10:45 UTC
Minister Rutley discusses football and trade while visiting Uruguay

After spending Tuesday in Paraguay for the inauguration of president Santiago Peña, British foreign minister for the Americas, David Rutley visited neighboring Uruguay where he met with local authorities, visited the Centenario stadium and participated in a reception for UK/Uruguay business chamber and friendship members.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 10:43 UTC
Minister for the Americas Rutley represented UK at the inauguration of Paraguayan president Santiago Peña

UK's Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for the Americas and Caribbean, David Rutley returned to Paraguay on Tuesday to attend the ceremony of the presidential inauguration of President Santiago Peña – a significant milestone in the democratic history of Paraguay.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 10:15 UTC
Macri, in Montevideo, says Argentine gov't “irresponsible”

Former Argentine President Mauricio Macri said Wednesday in Montevideo that his country's current government was “irresponsible” in light of the recent devaluation and the rampant inflation that ensued.
Thursday, August 17th 2023 - 10:13 UTC
Penguin Propulsion: The Physics Behind the World’s Fastest Swimming Birds

A piece from the American Institute of Physics points out that Gentoo penguins are the fastest swimming birds in the world, and that ability comes from their unique and sophisticated wings.