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Argentina Approves Glacier Mining Law Changes Amid Protests
Businessla-repubblica8h ago

Argentina Approves Glacier Mining Law Changes Amid Protests

Argentina's Chamber of Deputies has approved modifications to the "ley de glaciares," allowing for the extraction of lithium, copper, and gold in ecologically sensitive glacier areas. The decision has sparked protests, clashes between demonstrators and police, and arrests.

Iran's Tallest Bridge Collapses After US Airstrikes, Casualties Reported
WorldReutersBBCbloomberg+58NYTwsjFTle-mondewapoNPRAl Jazeeradr-dk+50 more7d ago61 sources

Iran's Tallest Bridge Collapses After US Airstrikes, Casualties Reported

Iran's tallest bridge, connecting Tehran to Karaj, has collapsed following reported US airstrikes, with at least 8 people killed and 95 injured. Iran has threatened American allies in retaliation, and President Trump posted about the strike on social media.

Global Stocks Rally, Indian Markets Surge on Hopes for Middle East De-escalation
BusinessAPReutersBBC+65bloombergNYTwsjFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNFox News+57 more9d ago68 sources

Global Stocks Rally, Indian Markets Surge on Hopes for Middle East De-escalation

Global stock markets, including major Indian indices like Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant rally, with Sensex jumping nearly 1900 points, driven by investor optimism and hopes for a swift resolution to the Middle East conflict following comments from Trump about leaving Iran soon.

Fatal School Shooting in Argentina Leaves One Dead, Eight Injured
Politicsaftonbladetle-figaroaktuality-sk+11jutarnji-liststraits-timesdh-les-sportsiefimeridan1-bihnaftemporikibalkan-webmkd-mk+3 more10d ago14 sources

Fatal School Shooting in Argentina Leaves One Dead, Eight Injured

A shooting at the Mariano Moreno school in San Cristóbal, Santa Fe province, Argentina, resulted in one death and eight injuries, according to local authorities, with a 15-year-old adolescent opening fire.

Argentina Re-files Bill to Eliminate Outdated Regulations
Politicsbuenos-aires-herald13d ago

Argentina Re-files Bill to Eliminate Outdated Regulations

The Argentine government has re-filed a bill, known as the 'hojarasca' or 'dead leaves' bill, which aims to eliminate outdated and unapplicable laws. This legislative effort seeks to streamline the country's regulatory framework.

Argentina Designates Mexican Jalisco New Generation Cartel as Terrorist Group
WorldReutersle-figaroThe Independent+2iefimeridanewsbeast14d ago5 sources

Argentina Designates Mexican Jalisco New Generation Cartel as Terrorist Group

Argentina's government has officially designated the Mexican Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) as a 'terrorist organization,' aligning its policy with that of the United States, its primary geopolitical partner, as reported by multiple international sources.

US Troop Movements Fuel Iran Attack Fears; Trump Claims Deal Close Despite Tehran's Denials
PoliticsAPbloombergNYT+58wsjThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNFox Newsnrktimes-uk+50 more15d ago61 sources

US Troop Movements Fuel Iran Attack Fears; Trump Claims Deal Close Despite Tehran's Denials

The Pentagon has ordered a greater military presence in the Middle East, fueling fears of a risky ground attack on Iran. Meanwhile, Donald Trump continues to claim a deal to end the war is close, despite Iranian officials flatly denying any such agreement is possible and calling U.S. claims a self-negotiated defeat.

UN Adopts Resolution Classifying Slave Trade as 'Gravest Crime Against Humanity'
WorldAPBBCNYT+25The GuardianNPRAl Jazeerale-figaroSCMPFrance 24orfdie-presse+17 more15d ago28 sources

UN Adopts Resolution Classifying Slave Trade as 'Gravest Crime Against Humanity'

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a Ghana-led resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the 'gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparatory justice, despite the United States and some European countries rejecting the vote, with Tempo.co English also confirming the UN's classification.

Argentina: The Bad Memory
Culturela-vanguardia16d ago

Argentina: The Bad Memory

This article reflects on 'the bad memory' in Argentina, likely referring to historical events or collective trauma, without providing specific details in the snippet.

Argentine President Milei Asks for Patience Amid Economic Hardship
Politicsbuenos-aires-herald1h ago

Argentine President Milei Asks for Patience Amid Economic Hardship

Argentine President Javier Milei has acknowledged the recent months have been "hard" for the country but defended his economic program, stating Argentina is "much better than in 2023." He also accused journalists of lying while appealing to Argentines for more patience.

Argentina's Parliament Approves Law Weakening Glacier Protection for Mining Amid Protests
EnvironmentAPReutersBBC+15FTThe GuardianAl Jazeeraaftonbladetder-standardFrance 24irozhlasel-mundo+7 more18h ago18 sources

Argentina's Parliament Approves Law Weakening Glacier Protection for Mining Amid Protests

Argentina's parliament has approved changes to its glacier protection law, allowing regional administrations to more easily permit mining projects, including for lithium, in glacier areas. The reform, supported by Javier Milei's government, empowers provincial governors to update glacier protection status, despite protests from environmental groups like Greenpeace.

Ships Navigate Strait of Hormuz Following Agreements with Iran
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Ships Navigate Strait of Hormuz Following Agreements with Iran

Several vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent days after reaching agreements with Iran. A Swedish shipping company, Stena Bulk, with ships in the Persian Gulf, remains cautious.

Analysis of Viktor Orbán's Rule and Hungarian Democracy
PoliticsBBCFTThe Guardian+19helsingin-sanomattagesschauberlingskeder-standardirozhlasla-repubblicarzeczpospolitatelex+11 more6d ago22 sources

Analysis of Viktor Orbán's Rule and Hungarian Democracy

Articles analyze Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure, describing how his government has profoundly transformed Hungary, from controlling media to shaping the economy, and bringing Hungarian democracy to a critical point.

Russian Influence Network Targets Milei Government in Argentina
Worlddr-dkukrainska-pravdafaz+16le-figarosvenska-dagbladetder-standarddelfi-ltdigi24hvgpolitikenaktuality-sk+8 more6d ago19 sources

Russian Influence Network Targets Milei Government in Argentina

A Russian network known as 'The Company' reportedly attempted to spread disinformation through online media and social networks in Argentina to discredit President Javier Milei between June and October 2024.

US Defense Secretary Hegseth Asks Army Chief of Staff Randy George to Step Down
WorldAPBBCNYT+57le-mondewapoThe GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newsyle-uutisetcbc+49 more7d ago60 sources

US Defense Secretary Hegseth Asks Army Chief of Staff Randy George to Step Down

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked the Army's top uniformed officer, Gen. Randy George, to step down and take immediate retirement, amidst ongoing clashes between the Pentagon chief and senior military leadership, with reports also coming from French media and the Independent.

US Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez
PoliticsAPBBCbloomberg+57NYTwsjwapoThe GuardianNPRCNNdr-dkFox News+49 more8d ago60 sources

US Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez

The United States has lifted sanctions on Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela’s acting leader, allowing her to conduct business with U.S. companies and potentially meet with President Trump, with the US Treasury Department confirming the removal of previously imposed restrictions.

Middle East Conflict Fuels Global Energy Crisis, Inflation, and Market Volatility
BusinessReutersBBCbloomberg+64NYTwsjFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisetcnbc+56 more14d ago67 sources

Middle East Conflict Fuels Global Energy Crisis, Inflation, and Market Volatility

The Middle East conflict continues to drive global economic concerns, with Europe bracing for a supply crunch and price shock, Euro zone consumers turning gloomier, and developing Asia and Pacific facing potential inflation hikes. European shares and global stocks and bonds have slid as the crisis pushes oil prices above $105, exacerbating a war-fuelled energy crisis felt across various sectors and regions.

Massive Russian Air Attacks Kill Ten in Ukraine, Moscow Rejects Easter Truce
PoliticsReutersBBCThe Guardian+43Al Jazeeranzzyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatruvukrainska-pravdafazberlingske+35 more6d ago46 sources

Massive Russian Air Attacks Kill Ten in Ukraine, Moscow Rejects Easter Truce

A new wave of massive Russian air attacks across Ukraine during daylight hours has resulted in at least 10 deaths, according to Kyiv, which condemned the escalation. Moscow has also rejected a proposed energy truce for the Easter period.

Global Energy Shock Intensifies: Oil Surges, Fuel Prices Rise, and Saudi Arabia Seeks Alternatives to Hormuz
BusinessAPReutersBBC+90bloombergwsjFTwapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNN+82 more8d ago93 sources

Global Energy Shock Intensifies: Oil Surges, Fuel Prices Rise, and Saudi Arabia Seeks Alternatives to Hormuz

The US-Iran conflict continues to fuel a global energy shock, with oil prices surging and Asian stocks falling after Trump's vows. The UK is experiencing unprecedented fuel price rises, while Saudi Arabia explores its East-West pipeline as an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz chokehold, all contributing to a broader economic slowdown and inflation.

AU Calls UN Slave Trade Vote a Step Towards 'Healing' and Reparations
WorldBBCyle-uutisetnos+13fazDWFrance 24aktualne-czobservadordanasklix-barfi-english+5 more15d ago16 sources

AU Calls UN Slave Trade Vote a Step Towards 'Healing' and Reparations

The UN General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution defining the enslavement of Africans as 'the gravest crime against humanity' and calling for reparations. The African Union has welcomed this vote as a crucial step towards 'healing', urging African leaders to translate the resolution into tangible national development initiatives.

Argentina Commemorates 50th Anniversary of 1976 Coup
buenos-aires-herald17d ago

Argentina Commemorates 50th Anniversary of 1976 Coup

Argentina marks the 50th anniversary of the March 24, 1976 coup, which initiated the country's darkest period with an announcement on the radio, streets filled with soldiers, and widespread uncertainty.

Where wood and body become one for Kim Yun-shin
CultureKorea Herald19d ago

Where wood and body become one for Kim Yun-shin

It began with a deep affinity for nature. Artist Kim Yun-shin left Korea for Argentina in her 40s, after hearing from a relative that the country had “excellent wood.” Now at 92, she opens her first…