Kenneth Rogoff, former chief economist at the IMF, predicts that the renminbi will emerge as a global reserve currency within the next five years, highlighting a shift in the financial landscape as he addresses the vulnerability of the U.S. dollar.
Original article: Lula confirma que Brasil continuará apoyando junto a México candidatura de Bachelet a Naciones Unidas: “Posee todas las credenciales” Lula and Sheinbaum Strengthen Bachelet’s Candidacy: ‘She Has the Ideal Curriculum for the UN’ The campaign of former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet for the UN Secretary-General maintains its momentum with strong backing from Brazil […]
The United Nations General Assembly approved a resolution classifying the transatlantic slave trade as the most severe crime against humanity, backed by 123 votes. Argentina, the United States, and Israel opposed this resolution, while 52 nations abstained, highlighting a significant international isolation regarding human rights.
U.S. Coast Guard spokesman Anthony Randisi reported that they received "at 10:36 AM (8:36 AM Central Time) a report that the two vessels had safely transited to Cuba." Aboard were nine crew members of Mexican, Cuban, Polish, French, and American nationalities, as part of the solidarity convoy "Nuestra América."
In a collaborative effort mobilizing rescue institutions from both nations, Cuba and Mexico have deployed their search protocols to locate two sailboats that departed on March 20 from Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, heading for Havana, with no communication or confirmation of their arrival to date.
In Argentina, a troubling trend emerges as retirees return to the workforce, not for personal fulfillment but to meet basic survival needs. This reality challenges the economic narrative proposed by Javier Milei's government, which paints a picture of recovery that fails to account for the struggles faced by many older citizens.
Original article: Israel vulnera el acceso al Santo Sepulcro en Semana Santa: Comunidad Palestina de Chile denuncia “anexión ilegal de Jerusalén” PALESTINIAN COMMUNITY IN CHILE CONDEMNS ISRAEL’S RESTRICTIONS ON THE HOLY SEPULCHRE DURING EASTER AND WARNS ABOUT ATTEMPTED ANNEXATION OF JERUSALEM The representative organization of the largest Palestinian diaspora outside the Arab world describes these […]
The United Nations General Assembly approved a resolution classifying the transatlantic slave trade as the most severe crime against humanity, backed by 123 votes. Argentina, the United States, and Israel opposed this resolution, while 52 nations abstained, highlighting a significant international isolation regarding human rights.
The southern region of Lebanon is becoming the latest stage for Israel's destructive strategy previously seen in Gaza, characterized by bombing, forced displacement, and systematic occupation.
Iran has taken the initiative in response to a U.S. proposal to end the war, emphasizing that hostilities will only cease if its terms are met, while accusing the U.S. of using the proposal as a delay tactic.
After years of legal battles, Nicolás Zepeda has been convicted by a French court and sentenced to life imprisonment for the premeditated murder of Japanese student Narumi Kurosaki.
Original article: Sigue el desplome de Kast: Desaprobación sube 22 puntos y llega al 48.7 % según Pulso Ciudadano Kast’s Approval Rating Plummets as Disapproval Surges Beyond Approval Cover Photo: AFP The latest poll from Pulso Ciudadano, reported by 24horas.cl, highlights a sharp decline in President José Antonio Kast’s approval ratings, significantly influenced by rising […]
Minister Iván Poduje announced the suspension of the Colonia Dignidad expropriation, citing budgetary constraints on behalf of the José Antonio Kast administration. This decision ignites debate over the site's significance as a memorial. Reports from the INDH and historical testimonies underscore the severity of human rights violations and the outstanding state debt.
The uproar over rising fuel prices and living costs in Chile continues to intensify. Congressman Daniel Manouchehri has challenged Finance Minister Jorge Quiroz, demanding his resignation and accusing him of causing a national crisis. He questions the government's decision to shift costs onto citizens while simultaneously proposing tax cuts for the wealthy.
Despite having a confirmed sentence, Chilean authorities have scheduled a new trial for leader Guillermo Ñirripil on July 1, 2026. Communities warn that this strategy represents selective legal persecution that disregards the standards of Convention 169, aiming to undermine traditional Mapuche leadership in the Araucanía region.
The historic fuel price increase represents a severe supply shock that will curtail economic growth, elevate inflation to 4%, and significantly erode households' real income. The domino effect in freight transport will raise the total cost of goods, hitting the most vulnerable households particularly hard during the second quarter of 2026. Various analysts assert that generating such an internal shock with the removal of MEPCO was unnecessary; at the very least, the measures could have been gradual.
