Stories for September 22nd 2025

Monday, September 22nd 2025 - 10:38 UTC
Brazilians march against proposed amnesty bill

Thousands of Brazilians took to the streets in several cities, including Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Salvador, to protest against a proposed amnesty bill, which would benefit former President Jair Bolsonaro and others who have been convicted for their alleged participation in the Jan. 8, 2023, attempted coup d'état.
Monday, September 22nd 2025 - 10:34 UTC
Milei postpones trip to US

Argentine President Javier Milei and Economy Minister Luis Toto Caputo have postponed their departure to the United States from Sunday to Monday, it was announced in Buenos Aires. Hence, their meetings with International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and other engagements have been rescheduled accordingly.
Monday, September 22nd 2025 - 10:25 UTC
Four Western countries recognize Palestine's statehood

The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have formally recognized the State of Palestine, bringing the total number of United Nations members who have done so to 147.
Monday, September 22nd 2025 - 10:19 UTC
Fitch praises Uruguay's economy, but points out some risks

Fitch Ratings held Uruguay's grading as “BBB” with a “stable” outlook, but pointed out some risks the South American country should avert. In any case, Montevideo still qualified within the agency's “investment grade.”

Brazilians march against proposed amnesty bill