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Montevideo, November 21st 2024 - 21:11 UTC

Stories for 2024

  • Tuesday, November 5th 2024 - 10:27 UTC

    Lammy says money reparations would be a simplistic way out

    Lammy said Britain is pursuing a new approach to relations with African nations

    British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said Monday in Lagos, Nigeria, that the so-called “slave reparations” called for by many former colonies were not about the “transfer of cash,” which would be a “simplistic press debate.” He argued instead that there were other ways in which 21st-century Britain could address the impact of such a “horrific and horrendous” practice of yesteryear, such as better trade relations with African countries.

  • Tuesday, November 5th 2024 - 10:12 UTC

    Guatemalan authorities have corruption evidence against former President Giammatei

    However, the former head of state has immunity as a member of the Central American Parliament

    Guatemalan authorities found enough evidence to indict former President Alejandro Giammattei for corruption in the so-called “Red Q” case. However, the Attorney General's Office should request Giammatei's immunity lifted before proceeding any further with the “abuse of authority” and “influence peddling” charges in a case of hiring an official who was later sanctioned by the United States, namely the former director of the National Electrification Institute Melvin Quijivix Vega.

  • Tuesday, November 5th 2024 - 10:09 UTC

    FAO regional forum on sustainable livestock starting in Punta del Este

    FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu is to appear through a video speech

    A regional conference for the sustainable transformation of livestock hosted jointly by Uruguay's Agriculture and Livestock Ministry and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is starting Tuesday at the exclusive beach resort of Punta del Este in the department (province) of Maldonado.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 22:30 UTC

    Venezuela and Iran sign deal for optic fiber plant

    By mid-2025, Venezuela is expected to have “a new technological company with exporting vocation,” Meléndez announced

    Venezuelan and Iranian authorities announced this weekend the signing of an agreement to build a fiber optic factory in the South American country, more specifically in La Guaira, a State just 30 kilometers north of Caracas and home to the country's gateway Simón Bolívar Airport.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 22:13 UTC

    Early US election winds blowing Trump's way

    Fear grips Democratic camp where advisors still count on a comeback sprint

    Different signs on different fronts over the past few hours forecast that former US Republixan President Donald Trump was poised to returning to the White House after Tuesday's elections. However, fears of voting fraud or any other last-resort maneuver from the Democratica camp rooting for Vice President Kamala Harris were not to be ruled out.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 21:27 UTC

    British opposition has a new leadership, and reaffirms its Conservative values and position

    Kemi Badenoch was elected by party members to replace former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak

    The Falkland Islands Government Office in London sent congratulations to Kemi Badenoch MP on her election as Leader of the Conservatives and Her Majesty’s loyal opposition. “We look forward to working with you and your new team”, read the congratulations.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 20:08 UTC

    New deep-sea video uncovers remarkable details of Shackleton’s Endurance wreck

    The leather boot may have belonged to Frank Wild, Shackleton’s second-in-command. “These are priceless historic treasures,” Bound added

    A recently released deep-sea video by the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust (FMHT) unveils remarkable finds aboard Sir Ernest Shackleton’s legendary ship Endurance, which sank over a century ago.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 19:01 UTC

    Falkland Islands represented at 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Australia

    MLA Biggs stated, “I am honoured to represent the Falkland Islands at this significant gathering of Commonwealth Parliamentarians

    MLA Pete Biggs will represent the Falkland Islands at the 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Sydney, Australia, from November 3 to 8, 2024. Hosted by the Parliament of New South Wales, this international conference will gather over 700 Commonwealth Parliamentarians, parliamentary staff, and decision-makers to discuss key issues affecting democratic governance.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 13:40 UTC

    Falkland Islands to commemorate Remembrance Sunday with annual ceremony

    A brief service and the reading of the Roll of Honour will take place at the Cross of Sacrifice

    The Falkland Islands will observe Remembrance Sunday on November 10 with a service to honor those who sacrificed their lives in conflict, commemorating the 106th anniversary of the end of World War I. The annual service will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Christ Church Cathedral, led by Reverend Hayley Argles-Grant and other local ministers. Dignitaries including Her Excellency the Governor, the Commander of British Forces, Members of the Legislative Assembly, the Armed Forces Minister, and both resident and visiting veterans will attend. The public is encouraged to arrive by 9:15 a.m., as seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 12:17 UTC

    Minister for the Armed Forces to visit the Falkland Islands

    Minister Pollard’s programme will highlight both the strategic importance of the Falkland Islands in UK Defence

    The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has announced the upcoming visit of Luke Pollard MP, the UK Minister for the Armed Forces, highlighting the UK’s ongoing support for the Falklands’ security and self-determination. Pollard’s visit, which includes attending the Remembrance Sunday service, is expected to reinforce the enduring relationship between the Falkland Islands and the UK.