(2024-01-18). West Bank Economy In Tatters As Gaza War Rages. latintimes.com In the occupied West Bank, Hafeth Ghazawneh waits in quiet frustration for customers to visit his falafel stall, which has been deserted since the October 7 Hamas attacks in Israel.
(2024-01-18). U.S., Britain, out of the Red Sea! workers.org 
Bronx Coalition protests genocide outside 'Little Yemen' supermarket, Jan. 6, 2024, just days before U.S.-British planes bombed the country of Yemen. Stop the U.S. war on the Red Sea! U.S. Armed Forces are waging war on Yemen, escalating a conflict in West Asia. However far it may spread, the fire . . . |
(2024-01-18). Rapporteur calls for strong actions to stop genocide in Gaza. plenglish.com Madrid, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations special rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territory, Francesca Albanese, today called for stronger actions to stop the genocide in Gaza.
(2024-01-18). Fiscal Help: How to File Taxes as an Immigrant. latintimes.com
(2024-01-18). UK's Sunak Survives Knife-edge Vote As Rwanda Bill Clears Commons. latintimes.com UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak survived a key test of his leadership Wednesday, fending off right-wing rebels to win a crunch parliamentary vote on his contentious plan to send migrants to Rwanda.
(2024-01-18). Kim Jong Un sends New Year greetings to leaders of other countries. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, Kim Jong Un, sent congratulatory messages for the New Year to numerous heads of State and government, as well as leaders of left-wing parties and organizations.
(2024-01-18). Government to deduct salary of those who join strike in Argentina. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The spokesman of the Argentine Presidency, Manuel Adorni, confirmed today the decision to deduct one day's salary from state employees who participate in a general strike scheduled for January 24.
(2024-01-18). Kfir Bibas, Argentine-Israeli Baby Held Hostage by Hamas, Turns a Year Old in Captivity. latintimes.com Hamas said Kfir was killed during an airstrike along with his brother Ariel and his mother. However, statements of the kind have proven false in the past…
(2024-01-18). Biden Holds Tough Ukraine Aid Talks With US Congress Chiefs. latintimes.com Washington's vital military assistance for Ukraine's fight against Russian invasion has dried up.
(2024-01-18). UN condemns killing of Ecuadorian Prosecutor Suaréz. plenglish.com United Nations, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations (UN) on Thursday strongly condemned the assassination of Prosecutor César Suárez, in Guayaquil, Ecuador, who was in charge of terrorism charges brought against 11 criminals who assaulted the TC Televisión channel last week.
(2024-01-18). Guterres deeply concerned about attacks between Iran and Pakistan. plenglish.com United Nations, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) UN Secretary General António Guterres warned today of the recent exchange of military attacks between Iran and Pakistan as hostilities spread through the Middle East.
(2024-01-18). Japan Bolsters Defense with U.S. Tomahawk Missiles Amid Rising Regional Threats. medriva.com Japan has inked a historic deal with the United States to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles, a move that marks a significant milestone in Japan's ongoing military buildup. This decision is a strategic response to the escalating regional threats, particularly from North Korea's continued missile tests and China's expanding military presence. Japan's Defense…
(2024-01-18). Spot Bitcoin ETFs Shatter Expectations: Nearly $10 Billion Trading Volume In Just Three Days. latintimes.com Despite not significantly impacting Bitcoin's price, the robust trading activity and substantial net inflows indicate a successful introduction and a positive market reception for Bitcoin ETFs.
(2024-01-18). Gamers at risk of irreversible hearing loss, tinnitus — Study. plenglish.com London, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) People who play video games are at risk of damaging their hearing due to potentially unsafe sound levels, a study has found.
(2024-01-18). Renewable energies come to Cuba's Historic Heritage Center. plenglish.com Camagàºey, Cuba, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The Historic Center of Camagàºey, a World Heritage Site, will have new values focused on the exploitation of renewable energy sources after a project promoted today by the Office of the Historian (OHCC).
(2024-01-18). Sexual Assault Accuser Confronts Trump In NY Trial. latintimes.com E. Jean Carroll, 80, is seeking more than $10 million alleging that Trump defamed her in 2019 when she had just come out with her assault allegation, saying she "is not my type."
(2024-01-18). European heavy transport could reduce CO2 emissions by 90 percent. plenglish.com Brussels, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Heavy transport in the European Union (EU) could downsize its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 90% in 2040 compared to 2019, according to a political agreement.
(2024-01-18). Greenland has lost 20 percent more ice in last 40 years — Study. plenglish.com Washington, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Climate change has caused Greenland's ice sheet to lose 20% more ice than previously thought, according to research published Wednesday that used satellite imagery to track the retreat of glaciers over the past four decades.
(2024-01-18). US Supreme Court Appears Inclined To Rein In Federal Agencies. latintimes.com The conservative-leaning US Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared inclined to weaken the power of federal agencies, which regulate myriad issues affecting the everyday lives of Americans — from consumer safety to air pollution.
(2024-01-18). Singapore Transport Minister Resigns Over Corruption Charges. latintimes.com Singapore's prime minister announced on Thursday the resignation of his transport chief after he was charged with 27 offenses in a corruption probe that has also ensnared a billionaire hotel tycoon.
(2024-01-18). Cuban PM praises OCC ¥s contributions to Trinidad ¥s 510th anniversary. plenglish.com Sancti Spíritus, Cuba, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Cuba's Prime Minister Manuel Marrero on Thursday praises Trinidad ¥s Office of the Curator (OCC) for its contributions to the 510th anniversary of the village.
(2024-01-18). Perception of public insecurity decreases in Mexico. plenglish.com Mexico City, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) The percentage of people who feel unsafe in Mexico decreased in five years, when actions against organized crime in the country intensified, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador highlighted today.
(2024-01-18). The Rising Tide: The Impact of Artificial Reefs on Marine Ecosystems. medriva.com The Artificial Reef Landscape Global efforts to restore degraded marine ecosystems have witnessed a surge in the installation of artificial reefs. These man-made underwater structures designed to mimic the properties of natural reefs have become a pivotal part of the marine landscape. A recent study took a closer look at these unique marine infrastructures, calculating…
(2024-01-18). Ethiopia to strengthen economic, political relations with Switzerland. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Demeke Mekonnen said that it is time to strengthen bilateral ties between Ethiopia and Switzerland in terms of economic and political fields.
(2024-01-18). Ex-Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei Banned From Entering US For 'Corruption'. latintimes.com U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement Wednesday that the department has "credible information indicating‚ÄØthat Giammattei‚ÄØaccepted bribes in exchange for the performance of his‚ÄØpublic functions during his‚ÄØtenure as president of‚ÄØGuatemala,‚ÄØactions that undermined the rule of law and government transparency."
(2024-01-18). How Proposed Child Tax Credit Expansion Could Uplift Latino Families. latintimes.com According to ITEP an expansion to the Child Tax Credit, at least to 2021 levels, could help nearly 60 million children in the U.S.
(2024-01-18). Apple Loosens Grip On IPhone Apps – With A Catch. latintimes.com After a years-long legal battle, Apple says it will begin allowing iPhone app developers to use alternative payment systems — but they will still have to pay fees and meet various conditions.
(2024-01-18). Understanding the Challenges and Implications of Rising National Health Spending in the U.S. medriva.com The Rising Health Spending in the U.S. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released a report highlighting the escalating national health spending in the U.S. According to the report, the total health spending for 2022 stood at a staggering $4.5 trillion, making up over 17% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP)….
(2024-01-18). Extraordinary Summit on crisis in African region begins. plenglish.com Kampala, Jan 18 (Prensa Latina) With the participation of Uganda, Djibouti, Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the Extraordinary Summit to address tensions in the Horn of Africa began.
(2024-01-18). Apple Hit Again With US Ban In Watch Patent Feud. latintimes.com
(2024-01-18). Latinos On The Move: Players That Could Be Transferred Before The End of the Winter Transfer Window. latintimes.com Latest rumors of Latin American players that could move clubs before the end of the Winter transfer window (window closes Jan. 31)…
(2024-01-18). Djokovic's 15-year 'Special Relationship' With Melbourne Tree. latintimes.com Novak Djokovic has long credited a series of unusual methods for helping him become one of the greatest players ever, not least his 15-year "special relationship" with a Melbourne tree.
(2024-01-18). Snow is on the way for the Philly region. Here's the latest forecast. whyy.org This story originally appeared on The region finally gets above freezing today, but accumulating snow and an arctic blast are on the way. | Thursday: | Wind chills this morning are just in the teens, but it's not as harsh in the afternoon with mostly cloudy skies and a high of 35 with a flurry possible, especially north and west. | Friday: | 6abc has issued an AccuWeather Alert for another round of accumulating snow. | Snow develops overnight and continues throughout the day. There will be impacts to both the m…
(2024-01-18). US Business 'Optimistic' About Interest Rates Cuts: Fed. latintimes.com The US Fed recently voted to keep interest rates at a 22-year high, while penciling in up to three interest rate cuts this year, citing progress made in tackling inflation.
(2024-01-18). The Potential of Cutibacterium Acnes Microbiome Therapy for Skin Conditions. medriva.com Understanding the Role of Skin Microbiome The human skin is home to a diverse community of microorganisms, collectively known as the skin microbiome. This microbiome plays a crucial role in protecting the skin from pathogens, regulating wound healing, and maintaining skin pH. A key member of this community is Cutibacterium acnes, a Gram-positive bacterium that…
(2024-01-18). Sanders sounds alarm: Trump win spells disaster for democracy. nationofchange.org In an impassioned warning, Bernie Sanders delves into the dire consequences for American democracy if Donald Trump secures victory in 2024, amidst escalating political and environmental crises.
(2024-01-18). Samsung Turns To AI To Regain Smartphone Throne. latintimes.com Samsung on Wednesday released its latest Galaxy smartphones with new artificial intelligence features as the South Korean giant seeks win back its spot as the world's biggest phone seller from Apple.
(2024-01-18). Expanding Protection Options? Flexible Approaches to Status for Displaced Syrians, Venezuelans, and Ukrainians. reliefweb.int 
Countries: Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Hungary, Mexico, Moldova, Peru, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Ukraine, United States of America, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) | Source: Migration Policy Institute | Please refer to the attached file. | Flexible Approaches to Protection for Displaced Individuals Bring Benefits in Certain Circumstances but Must Not Replace Refugee Status | WASHINGTON, DC — Faced with displacement crises that have stretched asylum systems to their limits, countries increasingly are turning to alternatives to traditional ref…
(2024-01-18). Christian Pulisic voted top U.S. men's soccer player for fourth time, tying Landon Donovan. whyy.org Christian Pulisic was voted the U.S. Soccer Federation's Male Player of the Year for the fourth time Thursday, matching Landon Donovan for the most times receiving an award that began in 1998. | Pulisic received 53% of the vote, followed by Yunus Musah (21.5%) and Ricardo Pepi (12.9%). Pulisic, a 25-year-old winger from Hershey, Pennsylvania, in his first season with AC Milan, also won in 2017, '19 and '21. | Pulisic scored six international goals in 2023, including two in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal win over Mexico, and had three assists. He had six Serie A goals in the first half of the season for Mil…
(2024-01-18). Precandidatos a Presidencia de México cierran precampañas. telesurtv.net El Instituto Nacional Electoral dará del 1 de marzo al 29 de mayo para las propuestas, debates y giras de los candidatos.
(2024-01-18). US Justifications for Bombing Yemen Are Pathetic: Lavrov. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Russian Foreign Affairs Minister Sergey Lavrov described the justifications put forth by the United States for bombing Yemen as "pathetic," comparing the actions to those in Libya in 2011. | RELATED: | "There is an outrage in what is now being done with regard to Yemen. Washington's exculpatory statements look very pathetic," he said. | Lavrov reminded the U.S. and the United Kingdom that "no one authorized the bombing of Yemen, j…
(2024-01-18). Varios civiles muertos en los bombardeos israelíes en Gaza. telesurtv.net En la ciudad de Rafah, en el sur, la aviación israelí atacó a un grupo de civiles, lo que provocó la muerte de dos personas y heridas a otros.
(2024-01-18). Venezuela denuncia ante Mnoal genocidio israelí en Gaza. telesurtv.net Canciller venezolano afirmó que en medio de una crisis imperialista y el auge del fascismo es necesario unir fuerzas para dialogar y avanzar hacia un futuro de paz y justicia.
(2024-01-18). Ocupantes asesinan a palestino en incursiones a Tulkarm, Cisjordania. telesurtv.net El Hospital Gubernamental Martyr Thabet Thabet informó que Mohammad Faisal Dawas recibió un disparo de un francotirador.
(2024-01-18). Resistencia libanesa ataca objetivos del Ejército israelí. telesurtv.net Hezbolá reportó que también se realizaron ataques contra el asentamiento israelí Al-Manara.
(2024-01-18). Canciller Lavrov: cerca de 30 países desean ingresar al Brics. telesurtv.net El jefe de la diplomacia rusa ofrece balance anual. Aseguró que Occidente continúa perdiendo influencia geopolítica, mientras nuevos centros multipolares se expanden.
(2024-01-18). Policía de Ecuador detiene a sospechosos de asesinato de fiscal. telesurtv.net El general César Augusto Zapata Correa precisó que durante el arresto incautaron un fusil, dos pistolas, alimentadoras y dos vehículos, así como diversos atuendos.
(2024-01-18). Ecuador extienden hasta el viernes 19 de enero clases virtuales. telesurtv.net Se mantiene la modalidad de teletrabajo para todo el personal que labora en las instituciones educativas.
(2024-01-18). Pakistán informa que atacó bases insurgentes en Irán. telesurtv.net Según la agencia iraní Fars, tres mujeres y cuatro niños de nacionalidad no iraní habrían muerto a causa de las explosiones.
(2024-01-18). Arrestan a dirigente sindical relacionado a conspiraciones en Venezuela. telesurtv.net El Fiscal General de la Nación, Tarek William Saab, reportó que Venegas está involucrado en el desarrollo de actividades contra la paz de la República,…
(2024-01-18). Media Luna Roja Palestina denuncia que Israel impide evacuar heridos. telesurtv.net La PRCS recalcó que las fuerzas de ocupación de Israel impidieron el acceso al servicio de ambulancias, con disparos de armas de fuego.
(2024-01-18). Rescatan a más de 20 personas tras inundaciones en Bolivia. telesurtv.net El presidente Arce comunicó que unas 21 personas habían sido rescatadas este miércoles en el sector Cabañas.
(2024-01-18). Gobierno argentino descontará el día a quienes vayan al paro. telesurtv.net El vocero presidencial Manuel Adorni comunicó que se ha tomado la decisión de descontar el día a quienes vayan al paro.
(2024-01-18). Temporal en Brasil deja más de un de millón de afectados. telesurtv.net En los barrios centrales de la capital del estado de Rio Grande do Sul, vecinos esperaban frente a sus viviendas la llegada de los equipos de respuesta, que no daban abasto.
(2024-01-18). Presidente de Colombia rechaza el capitalismo en foro de Davos. telesurtv.net El mandatario colombiano destacó que es necesario un cambio del sistema financiero mundial.
(2024-01-18). Presidente Maduro destaca crecimiento de la economía de Venezuela pese al bloqueo. telesurtv.net El presidente ratificó que el mecanismo del ingreso mínimo vital integral indexado, es un mecanismo de economía de guerra para defender la economía de la familia venezolana.
(2024-01-18). Lo que debes saber sobre la antorcha de los Juegos Olímpicos de París. telesurtv.net Más allá del deporte, portarán la antorcha personalidades como los actores Jamel Debbouze y Jean-Pascal Zadi y la directora de cine Alice Diop.
(2024-01-18). Presidente Putin se reúne con la canciller de Corea del Norte. telesurtv.net En el marco de la visita de la canciller norcoreana, el portavoz del Kremlin reiteró que Corea del Norte es un socio importante de Rusia.
(2024-01-18). Francia promueve conflicto en Ucrania por interés mercantil. telesurtv.net Lo admite su ministro de Defensa, Sébastien Lecornu. En lugar de procurar una salida pacífica al conflicto Rusia-Ucrania, Occidente estimula la confrontación.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a fiscal ecuatoriano César Suárez en Guayaquil. telesurtv.net La fiscal general del Estado, Diana Salazar, pronunció un comunicado lamentando la muerte de su colega.
(2024-01-18). Venezuela denuncia sanciones contra su transporte marítimo por EE.UU. y Europa. telesurtv.net Vicepresidenta Delcy Rodríguez se reúne en Londres con el secretario general de la Organización Marítima Internacional (OMI), Arsenio Domínguez Velasco.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a líder social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net El presidente Gustavo Petro lamentó la muerte Fidel Antonio Hernández, a través de su cuenta en X, y resaltó su accionar como líder del Pacto Histórico y de su campaña en Apartadó.
(2024-01-18). Rusia dona 30 toneladas de ayuda humanitaria al pueblo de Gaza. telesurtv.net Un avión Il 76 llegará a Egipto con una carga de ropas, mantas, productos de higiene personal y alimentos para Gaza…
(2024-01-18). Bolivia y empresa china acuerdan construir planta de litio. telesurtv.net Este segundo convenio del país suramericano tendrá una capacidad inicial al año de 2.500 toneladas carbonato de litio.
(2024-01-18). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Más de 100 días se han cumplido de los ataques continuos de las fuerzas de Israel contra el pueblo palestino en Gaza y Cisjordania.
(2024-01-18). Gremios argentinos rechazan la Ley àìmnibus y aseguran el paro. telesurtv.net Las organizaciones convocantes fueron unánimes en denunciar el recrudecimiento de la pobreza.
(2024-01-18). Presidente Maduro denuncia a la CIA y la DEA por preparar actos desestabilizadores contra Venezuela. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado anunció la puesta en marcha del Plan Furia Bolivariana y convocó a la máxima movilización popular.
(2024-01-18). Intensas nevadas causan atascos de tráfico vial en Francia. telesurtv.net Los servicios meteorológicos han puesto en alerta naranja por nieve y hielo a 25 departamentos, de los cuales 20 se ubican en el norte del país.
(2024-01-18). Cancelan más de 600 vuelos en Alemania por nevadas. telesurtv.net Buena parte de Europa está viviendo un invierno sumamente frío, con temperaturas extremas en varias naciones como Dinamarca, Suecia y Francia, entre otras.
(2024-01-18). EE.UU. y Reino Unido lanzan nuevos ataques contra Yemen. telesurtv.net Este miércoles los hutíes atacaron un buque comercial operado por EE.UU. frente a las costas de Yemen, provocando daños materiales.
(2024-01-18). Ecuador se acerca a la cifra de 2.000 detenidos en operativos. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con la Presidencia, entre el 9 de enero y esta jornada se han detenido a 158 presuntos terroristas.
(2024-01-18). Irán convoca a encargado de negocios paquistaní tras ataques. telesurtv.net Teherán convocó al diplomático paquistaní en aras de expresar la protesta a Islamadad y exigir explicaciones al respecto.
(2024-01-18). Ascienden a 24.620 las personas asesinadas en Gaza, Palestina. telesurtv.net Se reportan 61.830 heridos desde el 7 de octubre.
(2024-01-18). Ocupantes destruyen con explosivos Universidad Al-Israa, Gaza. telesurtv.net Volaron varios edificios, entre ellos el del museo nacional, cuya colección arqueológica fue saqueada previamente por los uniformados.
(2024-01-18). Tribunal emite orden de arresto contra expresidente de Surinam. telesurtv.net Los llamados "asesinatos de diciembre" se cometieron la noche del 7 al 8 de diciembre de 1982.
(2024-01-18). Corte ordena repetir elección en Congreso de Guatemala. telesurtv.net La CC argumentó irregularidades en las disposiciones de la legislatura, como fue la inclusión de diputados independientes en las plantillas propuestas.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a líder social en Arauca, Colombia. telesurtv.net Higinio Bastos Marín es el séptimo líder social asesinado en Colombia desde el inicio del año 2024.
(2024-01-18). Al menos dos muertos por explosión en Oyo, Nigeria. telesurtv.net El gobernador del estado confirmó las cifras de la explosión reportada durante la víspera a las 19H45 (hora local).
(2024-01-18). Frustran intento de ataque ucraniano contra ciudad rusa de Briansk. telesurtv.net Según el gobernador local, Alexánder Bogomaz. el intento no ocasionó víctimas ni daños materiales.
(2024-01-18). Prevén menor recaudación de ingresos en Canal de Panamá. telesurtv.net En el primer trimestre del año fiscal, la vía marítima dejó de percibir 100 millones de dólares por mes en peajes, respecto al año pasado.
(2024-01-18). Ecuador espera arribo del personal del Comando Sur de EE.UU. telesurtv.net Ante crisis de seguridad en el país suramericano, se espera la llegada de personal militar de EE.UU. a Ecuador.
(2024-01-18). Trabajadores uruguayos marcharán en apoyo al paro en Argentina. telesurtv.net "Los trabajadores uruguayos no podemos permanecer indiferentes ante esta embestida contra nuestros hermanos argentinos", declaró el PIT-CNT.
(2024-01-18). President Maduro Reveals 4 Assassination Attempts Foiled in 2023. orinocotribune.com The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, reported during the presentation of his annual message about the dismantling of four coup plots during the year 2023, which had remained unknown until now. "All intelligence and investigation procedures were carried out, and in May, August, November, and December we dismantled a total of four conspiracies attempted by foreign agents, planned from Miami and Colombia," the Venezuelan president said in his speech on Monday, January 15. | He pointed out that he had already informed the Colombian government that the CIA base in Colombia, established during the governments of…
(2024-01-18). 8th International Seminar For Peace And Abolition Of Foreign Bases. popularresistance.org The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) and the World Peace Council (WPC), are calling for the participation in the VIII International Seminar on Peace and for the Abolition of Foreign Military Bases, which will take place in the province of Guantanamo, on May 4 and 5, 2024. | Once again, this conference will take place in the province of Guantanamo, where there is the oldest U.S. military base that remains against the will of the Cuban people and government. The Guantanamo Base has become synonymous with torture and imperialism, which for 121 years has illegally occupied 117 square kilometers o…
(2024-01-18). El camino de Bayamo. cubadebate.cu El pasado 12 de enero, los cubanos conmemoramos el aniversario 155 de la Quema de Bayamo, uno de los hechos más gloriosos de la historia de la Patria. Este jueves, Espacios de ciudad les propone una exhaustiva investigación sobre este importante acontecimiento histórico de la mano del MSc. Ludín Fonseca García, Historiador de la ciudad de Bayamo.
(2024-01-18). Qué trae la prensa cubana, jueves 18 de enero de 2024. cubadebate.cu
(2024-01-18). UK parliament approves bill to deport immigrants to Rwanda. presstv.ir The UK parliament approves the new copy of the Prime Minister's controversial Rwanda bill.
(2024-01-18). After Months of Attacks, Guatemala's Progressive President Takes Office. progressive.org President Bernardo Arévalo has finally assumed office, but he still faces a political crisis.
(2024-01-18). Guatemala, an "analgesic" for not curing what hurts. pressenza.com Despite grotesque judicial political opposition, Bernardo Arévalo, son of the "revolutionary" ex-president Juan José Arévalo, assumed the presidency of Guatemala 70 years after the decapitation of the "National Revolution" that his father had undertaken. Paradoxically, Arévalo's government is promoted and sponsored by the US government. | The main challenges of the government of change: | Arévalo, perhaps unconsciously, calls his government the second democratic spring. The first was the National Revolution (1944-1954) that his father undertook and which was violently aborted by the US. | This second…
(2024-01-18). "Condemned to Sacrifice": In the Shadow of Argentina's Vaca Muerta. libya360.wordpress.com Argentina's Vaca Muerta: 10 Years of Fracking and Local Resistance Patricia Rodríguez The Neuquén River winds past rock formations in the Neuquén Basin, where the Vaca Muerta formation is located. (Lauren Dauphin / NASA Earth Observatory) With another oil and gas bonanza brewing and a new far-right president in the Casa Rosada, people-led proposals for…
(2024-01-18). Wednesday 1/24: Support Argentina's General Strike Against Fascist Milei: Victory for Argentina Workers! indybay.org US Federal Building | 70 9th St./Mission St. | San Francisco…
(2024-01-18). Brazil: 'What War Crimes Has Israel Not Committed in Gaza?'. libya360.wordpress.com Eman Abusidu The Brazilian Deputy Padre Joao delivers a speech at the Brazilian congress in January 2024 [Lucas David] Brazilian Deputy Padre Joà£o and a number of his fellow lawmakers have asked Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira to work towards stopping Israel's genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza and cancelling all agreements with the occupation state,…
(2024-01-18). Lula participated in the signing of an agreement for creation of an aerospace park in Brazil. tvbrics.com 
It will be dedicated to advanced research in the aerospace industry…
(2024-01-18). Chinese Foreign Minister and Brazilian President are meeting on the 19th of January. tvbrics.com 
Wang's official visit to Brazil is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties…
(2024-01-18). Entry of Middle Eastern Nations Into BRICS+: Important Economic and Geopolitical Takeaways. infobrics.org Five countries — Saudi Arabia, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia and Egypt entered BRICS as full members on Jan. 1, now referred to as BRICS+. The BRICS grouping was created in 2006 by Brazil, Russia, India and China, while South Africa joined BRICS in 2011…
(2024-01-18). A Closer Look at Coal Demand in the BRICS Economies>. infobrics.org In the realm of global energy dynamics, the BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—stand as crucial players shaping the trajectory of coal demand…
(2024-01-18). Will the Expanded BRICS Finally Dethrone the Dollar with Help from Crypto. infobrics.org The economies of the BRICS group, which until now has included Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, already in 2023 accounted for 32% of the world's GDP – compared to 30% for the G7 countries. The bloc will yield even more influence in 2024, with the addition of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, Egypt, and Ethiopia…
(2024-01-18). Chile: Between hawks and doves. pressenza.com The persistent refusal to engage in political dialogue on an equal footing between two competing actors is a classic phenomenon when one of the parties feels it has the other in its pocket, that it can do, or mop up, whatever it wants with it. The prevailing rationality seems to tell us that it is foolish to sit down and talk on an equal footing when one of the parties has powers and capacities that the other does not have. It becomes natural that whoever has more power, and more capacity, imposes the conditions, leaving aside other considerations, particularly those that have to do with justice, with what is rea…
(2024-01-18). Ecuador prosecutor investigating gang attack on TV studio shot dead. aljazeera.com Public prosecutor Cesar Suarez was investigating a number of recent high-profile cases of drug-related violent attacks.
(2024-01-18). Davos Elites Talk About Rebuilding Trust. The People Talk of System Change. inequality.org With war threatening to escalate in the Middle East, as well as crises in Ecuador and many other parts of the world, most people are not even aware that the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland is rolling around again this week. In the context of sharpening inequalities, and perilous global politics, what relevance …
(2024-01-18). FO ∞ Talks: Make Sense of the Crazy Venezuelan Crisis. fairobserver.com 
Venezuela is suffering from multiple crises. Continued mismanagement of the economy has diminished the popularity and power of President Nicolás Maduro. In a desperate move to regain control, Maduro is claiming the oil-rich territory of Essequibo from neighboring Guyana. Venezuela held a referendum on December 3, 2023 asking its citizens whether Venezuela should use military…
(2024-01-18). Meteorologists say drought is over in Uruguay. plenglish.com The text argues that the rainfall in the last quarter of 2023 was in normal conditions of the Standardized Precipitation Index, which occurred for the first time since the 2020 second quarter. | INUMET stated that climate-level dryness occurred in 28 out of 45 months.
(2024-01-18). President Maduro: Imperialism Co-Opted the Communist Party to Use it Against the Revolution. orinocotribune.com The president of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, recalled that while the people suffered from the "economic genocide" imposed on the country, the Communist Party of Venezuela (PCV) spokesperson joined the attacks of the right and imperialism. | Imperialism, using techniques that "will be known later," penetrated the Communist Party of Venezuela to use it as a mechanism of attack against the Bolivarian Revolution, highlighted the President Maduro. | "They looked for a tamed left and penetrated it. Then they began to use some spokespersons from the Venezuelan Communist Party to accuse Maduro, the political high command,…
(2024-01-18). Venezuelan FM: Non-Aligned Movement supports Palestine, opposes sanctions. eng.belta.by According to him, during the meeting, the foreign ministers of the NAM countries "expressed support for Palestine and spoke against the illegal restrictive measures". He stressed that the Non-Aligned Movement was stepping up at a time "when imperialism made its choice in favor of wars".
(2024-01-18). Freddy Bernal: 'You Can't Trust the US Government'—New US-Led Plot in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com The governor of Venezuela's Táchira state, Freddy Bernal, said that the word of the United States government is not reliable because "it plays on two sides." The US government is counting on its destabilization efforts to overthrow President Nicolás Maduro, added Bernal, and confirmed that he was the target of the latest US-led far-right terrorist plot recently unveiled by Venezuelan authorities. | In statements issued to local radio this Tuesday, January 16, the governor reported details of a violent plan mentioned by President Maduro in his annual message to the National Assembly. Bernal explained that within t…
(2024-01-18). Communication by and for the People: A conversation with Thierry Deronne (Part I). mronline.org 
A documentary filmmaker and teacher tells the story of Venezuela's groundbreaking community media movement.
(2024-01-18). OFAC Extends License Preventing CITGO's Illegal Confiscation. orinocotribune.com 
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Treasury Department has extended the license that prevents the illegal confiscation of the Venezuelan CITGO Petroleum Corporation until April 16 2024, despite the barrage of maneuvers launched by Washington—with the help of Venezuelan far-right assets—to prevent this from happening. | Through a statement published online this Tuesday, January 16, it was announced that the US Treasury Department extended general license number 5N for three months, which suspended PDVSA's right to take control of its subsidiary since October 2019. | In this way, the…
(2024-01-18). Venezuela's Authorities Arrest Union Activist in Connection with Terrorist Plot (+Vente Venezuela). orinocotribune.com 
Attorney General of Venezuela Tarek William Saab Venegas is the president of t…
(2024-01-18). Heads of State and Foreign Dignitaries Converge in Uganda for IGAD, NAM, and G-77+ China Summits. plusnews.ug 
Today, Kenya's President, H.E. William Ruto, the Saudi Arabian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Eng. Waleed A. Elkhereiji, Cuba's Vice President, H.E. Salvador Valdés Mesa, and the Prime Minister of Tanzania, Hon. Kassim Majaliwa, arrived in Uganda to participate in the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77+China summits. The NAM summit, currently underway at Speke …
(2024-01-18). Promulgan Decreto-Ley para el régimen laboral de personas privadas de libertad. cubadebate.cu El Consejo de Estado de la República de Cuba ha emitido el Decreto-Ley 81/2023, que establece un régimen laboral especial para las personas privadas de libertad que trabajan dentro o fuera de los establecimientos penitenciarios. La medida tiene como objetivo promover la reinserción social y garantizar los derechos de las personas en condiciones de trabajar.
(2024-01-18). Asesinan a fiscal ecuatoriano que realizaba investigaciones de alto perfil en el caso Metástasis. cubadebate.cu La tarde de este miércoles fue baleado en la ciudad ecuatoriana de Guayaquil, el fiscal César Suárez, quien investigaba la reciente toma de un canal de televisión y que tenía a su cargo otras indagatorias de alto perfil relacionadas con el caso 'Metástasis', reseñaron medios locales.
(2024-01-18). øQué pasa con la canasta familiar normada?: El Mincin responde. cubadebate.cu Las entregas de la canasta familiar normada mantienen afectaciones en el cumplimiento de los ciclos de distribución, dadas fundamentalmente por las restricciones financieras y problemas operacionales que han causado atrasos en los arribos de importación, la producción y transportación, informó en esta jornada el MINCIN.
(2024-01-18). La desnutrición aguda grave amenaza a 10 mil niños en la Franja de Gaza. cubadebate.cu Durante las dos primeras semanas de enero, apenas siete de 29 de las misiones planificadas para entregar alimentos, medicinas, agua y otros suministros vitales llegaron a sus destinos al norte de Wadi Gaza, precisó la agencia. La mayoría de los cargamentos rechazados por Israel incluían combustible y medicamentos.
(2024-01-18). El tiempo: Calor y escasas lluvias. cubadebate.cu Amanecerá parcialmente nublado en el occidente, poca nubosidad en centro y oriente excepto en el extremo más oriental donde son posibles chubascos ocasionales. Desde el final de la mañana estará parcialmente nublado en todo el país y nublado en ocasiones en occidente con escasas lluvias.
(2024-01-18). Artemisa le gana a Matanzas e iguala el playoff de la gran final. cubadebate.cu Los artemiseños tomaron desquite esta noche del revés inicial y superaron a Matanzas, seis carreras por tres, en otro duelo de intensas emociones vivido en el estadio Victoria de Girón, de la ciudad yumurina. El triunfo fue la cuenta de Raymond Figueredo, quien en cinco entradas permitió dos carreras.
(2024-01-18). Haitian university officials face investigation over allegations of sexual abuse. devdiscourse.com Authorities in Haiti said they are investigating allegations of sexual abuse and abuse of authority and public property at a state university in the southern coastal city of Jacmel.
(2024-01-18). Investigation Underway at Haiti's State University Amidst Allegations of Corruption and Sexual Abuse. medriva.com
(2024-01-18). War on Gaza: Palestinians fear ground raid on Nasser Hospital. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: Palestinians fear ground raid on Nasser Hospital | Situation in Khan Younis rapidly deteriorating under intensified bombardment, as Arab nations develop 'plan to create Palestinian state' | Thu, 01/18/2024 – 15: 16 | This handout picture released on 18 January 2024 shows Israeli soldiers in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip (AFP/Handout/Israeli army) | Two consecutive nights of he…