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Thursday, September 24th 2020 - 09:24 UTC
Argentina economy contracts a record 19,1% in the second quarter

Argentina’s economy contracted a record 19.1% in the second quarter versus the same period a year earlier as the coronavirus pandemic crippled production and demand, though was slightly better than analyst forecasts.
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Thursday, September 24th 2020 - 09:20 UTC
Falklands announces support schemes for the tourism industry

The Falkland Islands Government provided details on Wednesday of a range of support schemes designed specifically to mitigate the effects of the global pandemic on tourism businesses, operators, and employees over the next twelve months, as well as prepare the sector to take advantage of renewed demand in 2021 and beyond.
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Thursday, September 24th 2020 - 09:20 UTC
Trump refused to guarantee a peaceful transfer should he lose the election

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday refused to clearly guarantee a peaceful transfer of power should he lose the upcoming US election in November to Joe Biden.
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Thursday, September 24th 2020 - 09:05 UTC
Falklands Committee on the 40th anniversary of the Liberation of the Islands

The Falkland Islands Government is pleased to announce the establishment of a Committee for the 40th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Falkland Islands. Chaired by former MLA Phyl Rendell, the Committee will be responsible for agreeing the framework for what will be a year-long programme of celebration and commemoration in 2022. The Committee will ensure that events and activities are coordinated and that everyone across the Falkland Islands – as well as friends overseas – can contribute.
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Thursday, September 24th 2020 - 09:00 UTC
New US sanctions on Cuba: ban on the import of cigars and liquors

US President Donald Trump announced new sanctions related to Cuba on Wednesday that will prohibit Americans from staying at properties owned by the Cuban government as well as the import of Cuban cigars and liquor.
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Thursday, September 24th 2020 - 08:51 UTC
Pompeo accuses China of trying to foment racial unrest in the United States

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday accused China of trying to foment unrest in the United States through its criticism of racism. Pompeo, known for his hawkish views on China, went on the attack on Beijing in an unusual address to state lawmakers in Wisconsin, a crucial swing state in November's presidential election.
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Thursday, September 24th 2020 - 08:35 UTC
COVID-19: Countries urged to take stronger action to stop spread of harmful information

The World Health Organization (WHO) together with the UN, specialized agencies, and partners called on countries to develop and implement action plans to promote the timely dissemination of science-based information and prevent the spread of false information while respecting freedom of expression.
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Wednesday, September 23rd 2020 - 08:55 UTC
Argentine president again claims the Falklands before the UN General Assembly

Argentine president Alberto Fernández again called on the UK to resume dialogue on the South Atlantic Islands and iterated his country's legitimate and imprescriptible sovereignty rights over the Falklands/Malvinas Islands, during his Tuesday address to the United Nations General Assembly on its 75th anniversary.
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Wednesday, September 23rd 2020 - 08:54 UTC
EU/Mercosur trade deal ratification delay: Brazil accuses France of “protectionist interests”

Brazil hit back Tuesday at European reluctance to finalize a trade deal between the EU and Mercosur blocs over concerns about Amazon deforestation, saying a French report on the issue was motivated by “protectionist interests.”
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Wednesday, September 23rd 2020 - 08:47 UTC
Brazil on course to post a record budget primary deficit of US$ 147 billion

Brazil’s government is on course to post a primary budget deficit of 861 billion reais (US$ 157 billion) this year, the Economy Ministry said in its bimonthly revenue and expenditure report on Tuesday, factoring in extended emergency transfers to the poor through the end of December.
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