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Hitler Mussolini Simeon Flores Elected Mayor in Peru

A man named Hitler Mussolini Simeon Flores has won a mayoral race in Peru, according to exit polls and data from Peru's elections office.

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7.7 earthquake strikes Panama, triggers tsunami threat
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7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Panama, Triggers Tsunami Warnings

Al Jazeera (Qatar) and Arabnews (Saudi Arabia) reported that the US National Weather Service issued tsunami warnings for Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala.

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Messi's Argentina Farewell Draws Emotional Tribute from Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi's longtime rival, responded with a tribute on Instagram.

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Lionel Messi bids farewell to Argentina in packed stadium

Lionel Messi will bring his illustrious career with Argentina to a close on Tuesday in a friendly match against Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires.

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Bolsonaro Jr. Wins First Round of Brazilian Presidential Election

Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, won the first round of Brazil's presidential election with 47.2% of the vote, surpassing incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who received 44.9% of the vote.

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Bolivia Tests Trump's Shield of the Americas Security Alliance

Trump launched Shield of the Americas at a March summit in Florida, aiming to deepen economic and security cooperation among Western Hemisphere countries to combat transnational crime.

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Argentina’s $350,000 Citizenship By Investment - Register Before It’s Too Late…
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Argentina Unveils Citizenship-for-Investment Program

The program, which was announced during Milei's visit to France for 'Argentina Week,' includes two options for investors: a direct, non-refundable contribution of $350,000 to the National Treasury or subscribing to an $800,000 government bo

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Argentina unveils passports-for-investment scheme

Argentina's government unveiled a citizenship-by-investment program, or 'golden passport,' on Friday in Paris, as part of President Javier Milei's efforts to attract foreign investment.

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Black Holes May Quietly Grow Alongside Galaxies

A study by Harvard Center for Astrophysics graduate student Peixin Zhu, using the Very Large Telescope in Chile, reveals that active galactic nuclei (AGN) in nine nearby Seyfert galaxies are associated with star formation.

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What to know as trials over assassination of haitis president resume in miami

U.S. prosecutors have charged more than 40 people with crimes related to the assassination of Haiti's President Jovenel Moïse, with a dozen already convicted, including five who are serving life sentences.

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Jewish Hospital Albert Einstein Puts Brazil at the Top of Global Medicine

Jewish Hospital Albert Einstein in São Paulo, Brazil, has emerged as a leader in global medical innovation, setting new standards in patient care and research.

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Americas First: Trump and Latin America

US President Donald Trump announced a historic security agreement with Greenland, aimed at strengthening America's Arctic defenses. The deal, described as an 'Infinite Life' agreement, grants the US broad authority to act on national defens

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US Military Strikes Drug Trafficking Vessel in Caribbean, Kills Four

The US Southern Command announced on Saturday, September 19, that it had struck a speedboat traveling along routes used for illegal drug trafficking in the Caribbean Sea, killing four people aboard the vessel.

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US Military Kills Four in Caribbean Drug Strike

The US military killed four people in a strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean, US Southern Command said Saturday.

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US Military Strike Kills Four in Caribbean Drug Operation

Video of Saturday’s operation released by SOUTHCOM shows a vessel moving through the water before erupting into a massive fireball. The US military has struck at least 68 vessels in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean since the firs

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U.S. Women's U-20 Team Eliminated in Penalty Shootout Against Brazil

After a goalless first half, Brazil's Sofia Couto scored in the 59th minute, opening the scoring and putting the U.S. women's U-20 team on the back foot.

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Messi Named to Argentina Squad for Final International Match

The decision to include Messi in the squad was made by Argentine FA president Claudio Tapia, who stated, "We invited the best player in the world, the symbol of our national team, our captain, Lionel Andres Messi.

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Haitian Gang Member Deported After Biden Shout During ICE Arrest

A Haitian national with over 17 criminal convictions, including assault and drug trafficking, who was arrested in Boston and defiantly shouted 'Biden forever' during his arrest, has been deported to Haiti by the Trump administration.

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Haitian Gang Member Deported After Yelling 'Biden Forever' During ICE Arrest

Charles, a member of the Back Block Money Gang, was deported to Haiti after being arrested in Boston for multiple crimes, including assault and drug trafficking. During his arrest, he shouted 'f**k Trump, Biden forever!

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Trump is giving data centers a pass to pollute

Oracle and OpenAI are developing the $165 billion Project Jupiter data center in New Mexico, part of President Trump's Stargate AI infrastructure project. However, the project faces legal challenges and local protests over environmental con

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Trump Suggests Renaming New Mexico as 'New America' on Social Media

President Donald Trump suggested renaming New Mexico to 'New America' in a post on his social media platform Truth Social, which the official White House X account also shared.

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Trump Suggests New Name for New Mexico Amid Lake Ontario Controversy

President Donald Trump has proposed renaming New Mexico as 'New America' on social media, following his executive order to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' amid escalating trade tensions with Canada, according to reports.

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The United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti reports that 613 people were killed and 375 others injured between March 6 and July 31 amid intensifying gang violence across the coun

The United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti reported a significant increase in gang violence, resulting in 613 deaths and 375 injuries between March 6 and July 31, according to a press briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for United

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Venezuelan foreign minister Félix Plasencia says the country will withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), citing alleged geographic bias. The ICC says it has not rece

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is facing significant geopolitical pressure, with Venezuela becoming the latest country to withdraw from the organization, citing concerns over alleged geographic bias. The move comes as the ICC's pros

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Starbucks says it is not buying Chipotle following deal speculation

Starbucks has denied reports that it is planning to acquire Chipotle Mexican Grill, putting an end to speculation that the coffee giant could take over the burrito chain.

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Panama Earthquake LIVE | Tsunami Warning Issued After Strong Tremor | BREAKING NEWS | LATEST NEWS
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Panama Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warnings, Evacuations

Tsunami warnings were issued for parts of Central and South America, including Panama, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, Nicaragua, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Mexico, according to ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporati

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7.7 earthquake strikes Panama, triggers tsunami threat
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Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake Strikes Panama, and the Tsunami Threat Has Passed

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Panama on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, reported by ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation (Australia) and CBS News.

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US Military Strike Blows Up Suspected Drug Boat In Caribbean, Killing 4
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US Military Strike in Caribbean Kills Four Suspected Drug Traffickers

The U.S. military said it killed four people in a strike on another vessel in the Caribbean carrying alleged narco-traffickers, according to Fox News.

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Latin America Faces Rightward Shift as Populists Win Elections

The trend is part of a broader regional shift towards the right, with seven right-wing or far-right candidates winning presidential elections across Latin America over the past 18 months.

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The Two Shocks Upending Latin America

Flavio Bolsonaro and his brother Carlos are founding partners at Dinámicas Americas, a strategic advisory firm, indicating their continued involvement in political and economic affairs.

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Cavan Sullivan Scores First USA Goal in Mexico Win | USMNT 3-0 Mexico | Official Highlights
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USMNT's New Generation Beats Mexico 3-0

The USMNT's latest generation of players, many experiencing the rivalry for the first time, secured a 3-0 victory over Mexico on Saturday.

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Former Florida congressman David Rivera sentenced to 10 years for secretly lobbying for Venezuela
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Former Rep. David Rivera Sentenced to 10 Years for Venezuela Lobbying

Rivera, a former Florida congressman and longtime friend of U.S. political figures, was sentenced Friday to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on behalf of Venezuela's government during the fir

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Wall Street Loads Up on Options Ahead of Toss-Up Brazil Vote

Brazil's unemployment rate remained at a record low in the three months through August, according to government data released Tuesday, providing a boost to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's reelection campaign ahead of Sunday's first-ro

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US Suspends Consular Services in Brazil Ahead of Election

The US has suspended consular services in Brazil two days before the presidential election, citing unspecified security concerns.

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Empty nets in Latin America as fish flee El Niño

St. Turibius of Mogrovejo is celebrated for his extensive pastoral work, including the learning of indigenous languages, extensive travels, and the convening of the Third Council of Lima, which produced the first catechism printed in the Am

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What a US diesel export ban could mean for you

Between 1.2 to 1.5 million barrels per day of this diesel are exported, making the US a vital supplier to the global market, particularly to Latin America.

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Argentina's Milei Threatens Sanctions Over Falkland Islands Oil Drilling
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Argentina Threatens Legal Action Over Falklands Oil Drilling

Falklands War veterans and environmental lawyers in Argentina have also filed a lawsuit to halt the oil project, further escalating tensions between the two nations.

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Hawaii braces for Hurricane Nolo | West Coast Wrap
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Hawaii Braces for Hurricane Nolo as Mexico Faces Polo

Residents on Hawaii's Big Island are bracing for potentially life-threatening and catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Nolo, which is expected to approach the island as early as Friday.

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Hawaii Prepares for Hurricane Nolo as Mexico Faces Polo

Hurricane Nolo is expected to bring catastrophic flooding and up to 30 inches of rain to Hawaii's Big Island, where residents are preparing for the worst.

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Venezuelan Man Shot by ICE Interrogated with Bullet Still in Back

The bullet is reportedly lodged near his spine, making its removal difficult. ICE maintains that Garcés Pérez had illegally immigrated from Venezuela and had a final order of removal.

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