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  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 22:22 UTC

    Trump announces 50% tariff on copper - concern mounts in Chile

    The 50% tariff on copper is consistent with previous tariffs imposed on steel and aluminum

    US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a 50% tariff on copper imports and stated he was considering a 200% tariff on pharmaceutical products if manufacturers do not move their operations to the United States. These announcements were made during a cabinet meeting, though no official executive order has yet been published on the White House website.

  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 21:57 UTC

    Rosa Villavicencio becomes Colombia's acting FM

    Villavicencio is known for her alignment with Chavism and for supporting Nicolás Maduro's controversial win last year

    Following the resignation of Laura Sarabia, Deputy Foreign Minister Rosa Yolanda Villavicencio has been promoted to acting Foreign Minister of Colombia, taking office on Tuesday.

  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 10:54 UTC

    Falklands, Inside the secret military dialogue between Britain and Argentina, according to The Economist

    A piece from the latest edition of The Economist, points to a possible deal that would counter China and please United States, but “it requires deft diplomacy on the Falklands”.

    United States top brass worries about the South Atlantic. It is a jumping-off point for Antarctica, where Russia and China boast 15 bases between them, scrambling to lock down resources. It is linked to the Pacific by the Strait of Magellan, the only safe maritime route between the two oceans other than the drought-hit Panama Canal. Traffic through the Strait is surging, as is illegal Chinese fishing on either side. China is pushing infrastructure projects across the region. US top generals have visited Argentina’s Deep South three times in the last two years.

  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 08:36 UTC

    Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Japan, South Korea, and other countries

    “This 25% number is far less than what is needed to eliminate the Trade Deficit disparity we have,” Trump argued

    US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs of at least 25% on most goods imported from 14 nations, including Japan and South Korea, effective August 1. These tariffs are part of his “Make America Wealthy Again” initiative, aimed at reducing trade deficits and boosting domestic manufacturing.

  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 08:16 UTC

    Netanyahu and Trump have dinner at White House

    The two leaders spoke about the situation in Iran, including a possible nuclear deal (Pic REUTERS)

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met Monday with US President Donald Trump at the White House, expressing optimism for peace in Gaza and a nuclear deal with Iran. It was Netanyahu's third visit since the Republican leader returned to power on Jan. 20.

  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 07:01 UTC

    South Georgia Island, call for Expressions of Interest for Provision Biosecurity Services

    Grytviken in a spring day

    In October 2025 approximately 250 m3 / eight 20ft shipping containers of building materials and vehicles will be shipped to South Georgia as part of a project run by the South Georgia Heritage Trust (SGHT) to stabilize the managers villa at Stromness.

  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 06:46 UTC

    Rockhopper expects €31m from an arbitration dispute with Italian government

    Rockhopper has been locked in the wrangle since 2016 when the Italian government imposed restrictions on offshore oil and gas operations within 12 miles of its coast.

    AIM Oil and gas exploration company Rockhopper Exploration said it was confident it would receive a €31m (£26.8m) insurance payment in a long-running dispute linked to restrictions on its operations off the coast of Italy.

  • Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 00:49 UTC

    Crorebet Review

    Explore sports betting, casino games, bonuses, payment options, and app performance — tailored for Indian users.

    In recent years, more Indian users have looked beyond local platforms, drawn by features like UPI/Paytm support, competitive cricket odds, and effortless mobile bets. Among these, CroreBet has steadily gained attention—thanks in part to bold promotions and an easy-to-use app experience. But is CroreBet still more hype than substance? Let’s explore.

  • Monday, July 7th 2025 - 19:58 UTC

    Suriname Assembly chooses first-ever female president

    Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, 71, will be inaugurated on July 16

    Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, a 71-year-old physician and congresswoman, has been elected as Suriname's first female president by the country's National Assembly on Sunday. She ran unopposed and will be inaugurated on July 16.

  • Monday, July 7th 2025 - 19:47 UTC

    Caricom Summit underway in Montego Bay

    Security and resilience are not optional, Holness stressed

    The 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (Caricom) is underway in Montego Bay, Jamaica, from July 6-8. The summit focuses on critical issues for the region, including security, trade, climate change, and economic integration.