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Montevideo, December 24th 2025 - 13:19 UTC

Stories for December 2025

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 10:59 UTC

    Falklands Election: Renewed Legislative; oath ceremony at Government House

    Stanley’s five elected MLAs, from left: Darwin Lewis Clifton (844 votes), Dean Dent (701), Cheryl Roberts (694), Stacy Bragger (635) and re-elected Roger Spink (555).

    As anticipated, close to 11:00pm Thursday 11 December, the results of the Falkland Islands general election were announced by the Returning Officer Dr. Andrea Clausen, and the integration of the new Legislative Assembly for the next four years was confirmed.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 10:50 UTC

    Argentina rejects UK and Israeli oil plans for Malvinas

    Argentina intends “to safeguard its sovereign rights and interests,” the Foreign Ministry noted

    Argentina's Foreign Ministry on Thursday issued a vigorous rejection of a reported “Final Investment Decision” by British company Rockhopper Exploration Plc and Israel's Navitas Petroleum Development and Production Limited regarding the “Sea Lion” oil field in the North Falkland Basin.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 10:11 UTC

    ECLAC suggests deeper ties with India

    India is currently the fifth-largest global economy and is on track to become the third-largest by 2030, it was explained

    Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) should strengthen and expand its economic and cooperation relationship with India to revitalize regional economic growth and enhance development, according to authorities convened at an international seminar hosted by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 10:08 UTC

    Messi lands in India for fan tour, including 21-meter statue unveiling

    “India is a passionate football nation,” Messi said ahead of his trip

    Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi has landed in India for his highly anticipated three-day, four-city tour that has ignited widespread fan frenzy.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 10:05 UTC

    Massive police deployment targets Comando Vermelho leaders in Rio favela

    The massive deployment ended late Thursday without immediate confirmation of any arrests

    Around 1,000 police officers from the Military and Civil Police forces of Rio de Janeiro were deployed on Thursday in the Complejo do Salgueiro favelas in São Gonçalo to chase leaders of the Comando Vermelho (CV), one of Brazil's largest and most influential criminal organizations.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 10:00 UTC

    Severe storms cause havoc in São Paulo

    Several cancellations and diversions were reported at Guarulhos, arguably the busiest airport in South America

    Millions were left without power, and air traffic around the airports of Congonhas and Guarulhos became chaotic after a massive blackout hit São Paulo for more than 24 hours following a severe extratropical cyclone that swept through the metropolitan area.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 09:24 UTC

    Nearly half of Latin America hit by informality, ILO warns

    The sustained reduction of informality requires “active and coordinated policies,” the ILO underscored

    The International Labour Organization (ILO) warned Thursday that informality continues to affect almost one out of every two workers in Latin America and the Caribbean, reporting a regional average of 47% in 2025.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 00:56 UTC

    What Is Goldenromances—A Clear FAQ Breakdown

    If someone wonders what is Goldenromances, it’s basically a place where people can connect and talk in a simple, friendly way. The process is quick—sign up, browse profiles, and start chatting. In this Goldenromances review, the article shows what the platform offers, who it suits, and how it helps people communicate with ease.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 00:43 UTC

    What Is Datesmoments Really About

    Let’s first look at what Datesmoments is. It’s an online platform for people who want to find someone like-minded — someone to talk with, share thoughts, make friends, or build a connection in a safe, friendly space.

  • Friday, December 12th 2025 - 00:33 UTC

    Introduction to eSignatures and Digital Transactions

    Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto

    The way we handle transactions has evolved dramatically in the past decade. The rise of digital tools and online platforms has made business operations faster, more efficient, and more secure. One such transformation is the widespread use of eSignatures in PDFs, revolutionizing digital transactions across industries. No longer do we need to print, sign, scan, and mail documents for approval. eSignatures now allow businesses and individuals to sign documents with just a few clicks, saving time and resources while ensuring legal compliance and security.