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Montevideo, May 23rd 2025 - 20:27 UTC

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  • Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 18:35 UTC

    US Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV

    “It was a great pleasure for me to work in Peru,” Leo XIV said in Spanish

    US Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Martínez was elected Thursday as the new head of the Catholic Church to succeed the Argentine Jorge Mario Bergoglio (Pope Francis). The new pontiff chose to be called Leo XIV. The first American pope, who belongs to the Order of St Augustine (OSA), also holds Peruvian citizenship after spending a large portion of his clergical life in the South American country.

  • Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 18:17 UTC

    Falkland Islands commemorates 80th Anniversary of VE Day with tributes and events

    Commemorations began with a visit to Mr. William May, one of the last surviving members of the Falkland Islands Defence Force

    The Falkland Islands marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day today, joining global commemorations to honor those who served and sacrificed during the Second World War. VE Day, which signifies the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany on May 8, 1945, is recognized as a powerful symbol of hope, unity, and resilience against tyranny.

  • Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 17:54 UTC

    US, UK reach trade deal marking Washington's openness to business

    The new deal includes the lifting of a 25% tariff on UK steel

    President Donald Trump announced a new trade deal between the United States and Britain, which he described as the first major such agreement of his second term. The announcement, made from the Oval Office with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on speakerphone, highlighted the accord's benefits for both nations.

  • Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 15:20 UTC

    Brazil’s new World Map sparks debate: A southern perspective on global geography

    Lula da Silva defended the map, stating, “The Earth is round. Our perspective matters.”<br /> <br />

    Brazil has launched a new world map that places the South American nation at the center of the world, challenging traditional Eurocentric perspectives. Released by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), the map is part of the country’s updated Geographical Atlas, emphasizing Brazil's prominence in global affairs.

  • Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 10:55 UTC

    New German Chancellor wants EU-Mercosur deal expedited

    Germany's newly appointed Chancellor Friedrich Merz traveled on his first day in office to Paris and Warsaw to further push for European unity. With French President Emmanuel Macron he discussed bilateral ties, European security, US trade tariffs, and the Ukraine conflict. He also supported the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, despite France's reservations due to environmental concerns.

  • Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 09:16 UTC

    Vatican: First round of voting results in black fumata

    Non-Italian speaking cardinals slowed down matters Wednesday

    The first vote of the 2025 conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor on Wednesday ended in black smoke at 9 pm local time. According to local media, a delay was caused by a 45-minute meditation by Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa and the inexperience of many non-Italian-speaking cardinals. Over 45,000 faithful were waiting for it in St. Peter's Square.

  • Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 04:53 UTC

    Is It Worth Ordering from Temu? A Review of the Service Based on Real User Feedback

    Quality can be a hit or miss with online orders, and Temu is no different

    This site has sparked many questions from shoppers.

  • Wednesday, May 7th 2025 - 19:04 UTC

    Conclave to pick new Pope under session

    Parolin is the favorite unless he fails to get the minimum 89 votes, and the conclave lasts longer than expected

    The conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor began Wednesday with 133 cardinals locked in the Sistine Chapel, isolated from the outside world. The process started with the “extra omnes” prayer, signaling the closure of the chapel doors. The cardinals, sworn to secrecy, will vote until a new pope is chosen by a two-thirds majority (89 votes). The first vote would be voting in the afternoon, with smoke -black or white- expected any minute.

  • Wednesday, May 7th 2025 - 08:46 UTC

    Friedrich Merz becomes Germany's new Chancellor

    In the second round, Merz got 325 votes, thus surpassing the 316 minimum requirement

    Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) was elected Chancellor of Germany on Tuesday after the second round of Bundestag voting, in which he was given 325 endorsements (thus surpassing the 316 minimum requirement), with 289 rejections and one abstention. No prospective chancellor in post-war Germany had previously failed the first vote after securing a coalition agreement.

  • Tuesday, May 6th 2025 - 19:35 UTC

    FCDO picks successor for BA Embassy

    Cairns is knowledgeable in Middle East Affairs

    The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) announced Friday through a statement that Mr David Cairns has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Argentine Republic in succession to Mrs Kirsty Hayes, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Cairns will take up his appointment in September this year.