Stories for January 2026

Friday, January 16th 2026 - 19:07 UTC
Lula and von der Leyen say Mercosur-EU deal advances multilateralism

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen agreed on Friday that the free trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union (EU), due to be signed Saturday in Asunción, will benefit global trade, democracy and multilateralism, EFE reported.
Friday, January 16th 2026 - 18:54 UTC
Wildfires continue in Argentine Patagonia; ten provinces on alert

Ten Argentine provinces are under alert for wildfire risk, as several fire fronts in Chubut and wider Patagonia have already burned more than 20,000 hectares.
Friday, January 16th 2026 - 11:02 UTC
Brazil transfers military equipment to Uruguay and Paraguay to bolster regional security

Brazil has enacted two laws formalizing the transfer of military aircraft and equipment to Uruguay and Paraguay, as part of an initiative to upgrade operational capabilities of neighboring countries and enhance regional security, Agência Brasil reported.
Friday, January 16th 2026 - 10:55 UTC
High Seas Treaty enters into force, ushering in a new era for ocean protection

The High Seas Treaty, also known as the Global Ocean Treaty, enters into force on Saturday, marking “a historic achievement in ocean protection” and the start of a new phase in global ocean governance, EFE reported.
Friday, January 16th 2026 - 10:20 UTC
YPF lawsuit: Burford asks US court to hold Argentina in contempt

Burford Capital, the main beneficiary of a US$16 billion first-instance ruling against Argentina over the 2012 expropriation of YPF, has asked federal judge Loretta Preska to hold the country in contempt and impose sanctions, citing alleged failures to comply with discovery orders.
Friday, January 16th 2026 - 00:37 UTC
Using AmourFeel: Common Questions Answered

Online dating is now part of daily life. AmourFeel is a website where people can talk and connect with others. The platform is made for those who want online conversations and to learn more about new people. This guide explains the main points about using the site.
Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 22:00 UTC
Machado handed her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Trump

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado handed her Nobel Peace Prize medal to US President Donald Trump on Thursday, in a symbolic gesture that capped a high-stakes visit to Washington amid mixed signals from the White House over Venezuela’s political future.
Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 21:26 UTC
Machado says she counts on Trump, but White House backs Delcy Rodríguez

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado told supporters gathered outside the White House on Thursday that “we count on the president for Venezuela’s freedom” after holding a closed-door meeting lasting more than two hours with US President Donald Trump.
Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 15:41 UTC
US to suspend immigrant visas for 75 countries, including Uruguay; Orsi calls it a “worrying signal”

Uruguay’s President Yamandú Orsi said he was concerned by Washington’s decision to pause immigrant visa issuance for citizens of 75 countries —including Uruguay— starting January 21, with no end date announced. “In numerical terms it’s not very important, but as a signal it certainly worries us,” Orsi said after meeting US Ambassador Lou Rinaldi at the presidential residence in Montevideo.
Thursday, January 15th 2026 - 10:59 UTC
BBC ranks Uruguay 10th among world's top tourism destinations

The British Broadcasting Corporation has named Uruguay as one of the top 20 travel destinations for the year, ranking it at number 10 globally, minly due to its sustainable alternatives. The South American country was also demed an ideal alternative to crowded global hotspots.