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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:04:00 GMT
Falklands, Legislative Assembly portfolio assignments
The Falkland Islands elected Legislative Assembly has agreed a revised portfolio system for the 2025-2029 term. Following the December 2025 General Election, Members reviewed the structure to improve focus, and align related po...

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:48:00 GMT
Peru: Case dropped against Keiko Fujimori heralds new presidential bid?
A Peruvian court has dismissed all charges in the "Cocktails" case against former Presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori, clearing the way for the Fuerza Popular leader to make another try this year.

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:40:00 GMT
US military intervention in Iran more likely by the hour
The White House signaled Tuesday a potential shift toward military intervention in Iran, as human rights monitors warned of a staggering death toll and imminent mass executions.

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:28:00 GMT
Wellington Cesar becomes Brazil's new Justice Minister
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva confirmed on Tuesday the appointment of Wellington César Lima e Silva as the new Minister of Justice and Public Security in lieu of the resigning Ricardo Lewandowski, who cited pe...

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:22:00 GMT
Pressure mounts for Foreign med students in Paraguay to be proficient in Spanish and Guarani
The Paraguayan Medical Circle (CPM) has issued a formal demand for strict linguistic competency requirements for all foreign medical students. The guild insists that non-native speakers must obtain official certifications in Sp...

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:18:00 GMT
Boric endorsing Bachelet for UN top post beyond his own term
Chile’s outgoing President Gabriel Boric Font confirmed on Tuesday that his administration would formalize the candidacy of former President Michelle Bachelet for Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN).

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:59:00 GMT
No more buildings casting shadows on Rio beaches
Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes signed this week a new law prohibiting the construction of any building that casts shadows on the city’s sand or boardwalks, a measure unanimously approved by the City Council last month.

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:57:00 GMT
Falklands’ oil industry expansion, Navitas to farm adjacent Sea Lion development
Eco (Atlantic) Oil &Gas Ltd, the Canadian exploration company focused on the offshore Atlantic Margins, announced that Navitas Petroleum LP (“Navitas”), with whom Eco signed a Framework

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:39:00 GMT
12 Business Ideas for College Students That Actually Work
College is more than lectures and exams. For many students, it's also the best time to test-drive a business idea. With flexible schedules, built-in networks, and the hunger to hustle, there's no better environment to learn how...

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 22:37:00 GMT
Falklands Legislative moves from Gilbert House to Sulivan House
The Office of the elected Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has formally relocated to Sulivan House on Ross Road, Stanley. Gilbert House is no longer in use for Assembly business. The Legislative Assembly thanks all involve...

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