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Montevideo, January 27th 2026 - 16:39 UTC

Stories for January 2026

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 10:47 UTC

    Trump holds good coversation with Delcy Rodríguez

    Trump holds good coversation with Delcy Rodríguez

    US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he held a “long and productive” telephone conversation with Venezuela’s caretaking leader, Delcy Rodríguez. The dialogue signals a rapid warming of relations between Washington and Caracas as Wshington prepares to play a direct role in the South Amrican country's economic and political reconstruction.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 10:30 UTC

    Muslim Brotherhood declared a terrorist organization in Argentina

    Buenos Aires too advised Argentine nationals to avoid all travel to Iran

    Argetina's Libertarian Government of President Jvier Milei Wednesday declared the Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, directly aligning the South American country with the White House's “Western Civilization” drive to lead a similar designation process late last year.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 10:30 UTC

    Vance keeps Trump's policies within Congress' boundaries

    Vance made the difference. VP's do not usually vote unless lawmakers are deadlocked

    US Vice President James D. Vance cast a tie-breaking vote on Wednesday to quash a bipartisan War Powers Resolution aimed at reining in President Donald Trump’s military authority regarding Venezuela. The 51-50 vote followed an intense pressure campaign from the President, which successfully flipped two Republican senators, Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.), who had initially supported the measure.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 10:16 UTC

    UK pulls diplomatic staff out of Tehran amid mounting tension

    The international community remains unconvinced of Trump's assessments regarding violence de-escalation

    The United Kingdom has ordered the emergency evacuation of its diplomatic staff from Tehran, as the Middle East braces for a potential military escalation between the United States and Iran. The British Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) confirmed on Wednesday that its embassy in the Iranian capital had shifted to remote operations due to a rapidly deteriorating security environment.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 10:04 UTC

    Trump to meet María Corina Machado after praising Delcy Rodríguez

    According to her press office, Machado plans to convey to Trump the “gratitude of the Venezuelan people for his unwavering support for democracy and justice”

    US President Donald Trump is set to meet on Thursday at the White House with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, hours after publicly praising senior chavista official, and acting ruller, Delcy Rodríguez, calling her a “great person” and saying Washington “works very well” with her.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 09:04 UTC

    Falklands, Legislative Assembly portfolio assignments

    The eight elected members of the Legislative Assembly have started to move from Gilbert House to the renewed Sulivan House

    The Falkland Islands elected Legislative Assembly has agreed a revised portfolio system for the 2025-2029 term. Following the December 2025 General Election, Members reviewed the structure to improve focus, and align related policy areas.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 04:21 UTC

    Why Speed Matters in Modern Applications

    In today's fast-paced digital landscape, users expect instant gratification. Whether you're streaming content, managing finances, or placing bets, the speed at which an application performs can make or break your experience. Modern applications have become the backbone of our daily routines, and their performance directly impacts user satisfaction, engagement, and loyalty. The difference between a swift, responsive app and a sluggish one often determines whether users stay or switch to competitors.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 00:58 UTC

    The “Real” Currency of 2026: Why Latin American Bettors Are Dumping Fiat for USDT & Bitcoin

    In January 2026, the economic landscape of Latin America will still be a study in contrasts. While Brazil’s newly matured regulated iGaming market is generating record tax revenues, other major economies in the region continue to be plagued by inflation and currency volatility. For the average consumer, this volatility is problematic; for high-volume online poker players and casino enthusiasts, it can be financially devastating.

  • Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 00:06 UTC

    South American Tennis Pros Headed to Australian Open 2026

    The Australian Open is always an exciting event on the tennis calendar, and the 2026 edition promises to bring fierce competition to the hard courts of Melbourne. Among the players to watch will be a group of talented South American pros who are eager to showcase their skills.

  • Wednesday, January 14th 2026 - 10:48 UTC

    Peru: Case dropped against Keiko Fujimori heralds new presidential bid?

    The prosecutor chasing the daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori was handed down a six-month suspension

    A Peruvian court has dismissed all charges in the “Cocktails” case against former Presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori, clearing the way for the Fuerza Popular leader to make another try this year.