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Montevideo, April 4th 2025 - 21:22 UTC

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  • Tuesday, February 18th 2025 - 00:48 UTC

    Falkland Islands welcomes a delegation of UK MPs with a weeklong agenda

    The UK Parliamentary delegation at RAF Brize Norton, prior to departing for the Falkland Islands, invited by members of the Islands Legislative Assembly

    The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly is pleased to welcome a delegation of UK Members of Parliament (MPs) who are visiting the Islands this week following invitation by Members of the Legislative Assembly to strengthen ties, engage with the community, and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of Falklands’ part in the British Family, and the right to the self-determination of our people.

  • Monday, February 17th 2025 - 20:16 UTC

    Francis to remain hospitalized given his “complex” situation

    The Pope was found to have bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other pathogens in his lungs

    Argentine-born Pope Francis will remain hospitalized at Rome's Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic after physicians detected that his condition was more severe than originally thought when he was admitted last Friday. The former Archbishop of Buenos Aires Jorge Mario Bergoglio has been diagnosed with a polymicrobial respiratory disease, for which he is being given antibiotics as various bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites were detected in his lungs. This condition has led to changes in his treatment regimen. At 88, Francis is the second oldest pope in history.

  • Monday, February 17th 2025 - 13:58 UTC

    Starmer ready to deploy British peacekeeping troops in Ukraine

    Starmer's proposal meant forces potentially stationed behind Ukrainian lines rather than directly at the conflict's front

    British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his country could send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine in a move to secure the region after a ceasefire with Russia is reached. Starmer told The Daily Telegraph about the possibility while underlining Ukraine's strategic importance for Europe.

  • Monday, February 17th 2025 - 10:23 UTC

    Argentine among three hostages released by Hamas

    Yair Horn was prioritized for release given his diabetic condition

    The pro-Palestine terrorist organization Hamas released three Israeli hostages Saturday, including Yair Horn, who holds dual Argentine citizenship. Horn, 46, was captured during the Oct. 7, 2023, raid on Kibbutz Nir Oz alongside his brother Eitan Horn, who remains in captivity. Yair Horn was prioritized for release given his diabetic condition. Horn’s younger brother, 38, was visiting from his home in Kfar Saba for the holiday weekend.

  • Monday, February 17th 2025 - 09:08 UTC

    Argentine deregulation minister meets with IMF Chief in Saudi Arabia

    “I am excited about his participation in the IMF's new Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth,” Georgieva said about Sturzenegger

    Argentina's Deregulation Minister Federico Sturzenegger met Sunday in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, with International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. They were both attending the Conference for Emerging Market Economies.

  • Monday, February 17th 2025 - 01:40 UTC

    What is the Lifespan of a SME in the USA?

    Photo: Unsplash

    In the U.S., the number of small and medium-scale enterprises totals around 34.8 million, making up for 64%% of new jobs available in the country.

  • Monday, February 17th 2025 - 00:40 UTC

    Navigating the Texas real estate market: Your guide to success

    Texas is a vast state with diverse real estate markets

    Texas has become a hotbed for real estate opportunities, drawing in buyers, sellers, and investors from all over the country. With its booming economy, diverse cities, and attractive property markets, it’s no surprise that many people are looking to make their move to the Lone Star State. To make this journey seamless, having the right guidance from experienced professionals is crucial. This article explores the role of realtors and agencies in navigating the competitive real estate landscape, with a special focus on San Antonio and other parts of Texas.

  • Saturday, February 15th 2025 - 10:35 UTC

    Paraguay hopes to double beef exports to Morocco

    Morocco opened its Embassy in Asunción earlier this year

    Paraguayan meat shipments to Morocco are expected to double after a team from the South American country met with buyers this week to discuss cooperation in the agricultural sector, with an emphasis on accessing advanced technology and essential fertilizers. Presiding over the mission to Rabat was Representative Carlos Alberto Núñez Salinas of the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament (Parlatino).

  • Friday, February 14th 2025 - 14:06 UTC

    Pope Francis hospitalized with persistent bronchitis

    The Pope is likely to spend at least 5 days at the clinic

    Argentine-born Pope Francis was admitted Friday at Rome's Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic to receive medical attention for his persistent bronchitis.

  • Friday, February 14th 2025 - 10:24 UTC

    Body of fallen Uruguayan soldier arrives in Montevideo

    “The last thing he told us was that he loved us,” the soldier's widow admitted

    The remains of Uruguayan soldier Rodolfo Cipriano Álvarez Suárez, who died in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) earlier this month while deployed on the United Nations (UN) peacekeeping MONUSCO mission, arrived in Montevideo on Thursday. A ceremony was held at Air Base No. 1, attended by President Luis Lacalle Pou and Ministers Armando Castaingdebat (Defense) and Omar Paganini (Foreign Affairs), among other high-ranking officials.