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Nearly 49 million more face food insecurity due to El Niño: WFP

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:23:51 GMT

GENEVA, Switzerland: A strong El Niño weather pattern could push nearly 49 million more people into serious food insecurity across some of the world's most vulnerable regions by the end of next year, according to the World Food Program (WFP).

In its latest report, the UN agency said there is an 81 percent likelihood that a very strong El Niño will develop. Sea surface temperatures are already at th

"I'm not an opening batter in true sense": Travis Head embraces new role at top for Australia

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:31:33 GMT

Darwin [Australia], August 8 (ANI): Australia's Travis Head may have established himself as a formidable Test opener after his match-winning exploits in the Ashes, but the left-hander insists he is 'not an opening batter' in the traditional sense and is simply focused on fulfilling the team's requirements.

Head was promoted to open in the second innings of the first Ashes Test in Perth last November after Usman K

World Insights: Brazil-Argentina rift tests LatAm cooperation

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:45:08 GMT

by Xinhua writers Tan Huiting and Lu Junyu

MEXICO CITY/RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug. 8 (Xinhua) -- Brazil's decision to downgrade diplomatic relations with Argentina has pushed a bitter dispute between their presidents beyond political rhetoric, raising concerns over foreign influence in Brazil's upcoming election and the future of South American integration.

DIPLOMATIC TIES DOWNGRADED

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"Extremely happy with Pete": Trump rubbishes "fake" report of Camp David clash with Hegseth

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:32:22 GMT

Washington, DC [US], August 7 (ANI): US President Donald Trump dismissed as 'fake' a report that he confronted Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over depleted US weapons stockpiles during a meeting at Camp David, insisting he has 'the utmost confidence' in his Pentagon chief.

On Thursday, addressing a report published by The Washington Post, Trump stated on Truth Social that he was 'extremely happy' with the perform

US sanctions 13 Cuban entities, individuals over military ties, security concerns; Cuba calls move 'hostile'

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:31:01 GMT

Washington DC [US], August 7 (ANI): The United States imposed sanctions on five Cuban entities and eight individuals accused of facilitating military procurement and foreign military cooperation for the Cuban government, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio alleging that Havana poses a threat to American national security.

Cuba, however, condemned the move as part of Washington's 'hostile policy of harassment'.

Indian Ambassador Sumit Seth bids farewell to Panama President Jose Raul Mulino, discusses scholarships, development projects and bilateral ties

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:29:20 GMT

Panama City [Panama], August 7 (ANI): Indian Ambassador to Panama, Costa Rica and Nicaragua Sumit Seth paid a courtesy visit to Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino on Thursday (local time) as the ambassador formally concluded his diplomatic mission. The two sides reviewed the developments in bilateral relations and discussed measures to further strengthen cooperation, including expanding scholarship opportunities and

'We could have made room for an extra spinner': West Indies captain Roston Chase rues selection after Pakistan level series

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:28 GMT

Port of Spain [Trinidad and Tobago], August 6 (ANI): West Indies captain Roston Chase admitted his side may have erred in team selection for the second Test against Pakistan, saying the hosts could have included an additional frontline spinner after underestimating how quickly the Queen's Park Oval surface would aid spin.

Pakistan levelled the two-match Test series 1-1 with an eight-wicket victory in Port of Spai

India nears deal to operate 2 Venezuelan oil blocks

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:32:53 GMT

ONGC is hoping to sign a pact under a new law allowing private participation without sanctions risk

India hopes to gain operational control over two oil blocks in Venezuela by leveraging a new petroleum law, according to reports.

State-owned oil explorer ONGC hopes to sign agreements with the South American nation under the new provision, which grants operational freedom without sanctions r

India nears deal to operate two Venezuelan oil blocks

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:32:53 GMT

ONGC is hoping to sign a pact under a new law allowing private participation without sanctions risk

India hopes to gain operational control over two oil blocks in Venezuela by leveraging a new petroleum law, according to reports.

State-owned oil explorer ONGC hopes to sign agreements with the South American nat

Venezuelan oil is victors spoils Trump

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:56:52 GMT

We are doing the same in Iran, the US president has said, appearing to link military operations to control of oil resources

US President Donald Trump has hailed Venezuelan oil as the "spoils" of war, in stark contrast to his earlier portrayal of the January operation in Caracas as being intended to bring "peace, liberty, and justice" to the Venezuelan people.

Speaking in Las Vegas on Wednes

(SP)U.S.-EUGENE-ATHLETICS-2026 WORLD U20 CHAMPIONSHIPS

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:45:48 GMT

(260806) -- EUGENE, Aug. 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Alessandro Borges of Brazil reacts during the men's shot put final at the 2026 World U20 Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, the United States, Aug. 5, 2026. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling)

Explainer: What are behind downgraded Brazil-Argentina ties?

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:45:19 GMT

BRASILIA/BUENOS AIRES, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- Brazil downgraded its relations with Argentina to the charge d'affaires level earlier this week, after repeated verbal attacks on President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva by Argentine President Javier Milei.

VERBAL ATTACKS

During a media interview on Sunday, Milei said Lula was a "thief" and "corrupt."

His similar insulting remarks before had already chi

Ireland miss direct 2027 ODI World Cup qualification after first ODI washout against Afghanistan

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:59:51 GMT

Bready [UK], August 6 (ANI): Ireland's hopes of securing direct qualification for the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup came to an end after the opening ODI against Afghanistan was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to persistent rain in Bready.

According to Cricinfo, the washout ruled out Ireland's slim mathematical chance of climbing into the automatic qualification places in the ICC men's ODI rankings before

Jos Buttler backs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to break his all-time T20 runs record

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:30:28 GMT

Manchester [UK], August 6 (ANI): England star Jos Buttler, who surpassed West Indies legend Kieron Pollard to become the leading run-getter in T20 history on Wednesday, backed the teen Indian batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to surpass the record one day.

Buttler climbed the summit of T20 cricket during his side Manchester Super Giants (MSG) match against Welsh Fire in the Men's Hundred, scoring a quickfire

Top seed Alexander Zverev loses Montreal opener to Tallon Griekspoor

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:05:15 GMT

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Tallon Griekspoor broke out of a recent cold stretch with a stunning 6-7 (3), 6-2, 6-4 upset of No. 1 seed Alexander Zverev in second-round action at the National Bank Open in Montreal on Wednesday.

Griekspoor, who ranks 69th in the ATP world rankings, entered having won just one of his last eight tour-level matches before securing his third career top-five win wit

"Doing same thing in Iran as we did in Venezuela": Trump says US would prefer deal but warns Tehran against nuclear ambitions

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:57:24 GMT

Las Vegas [US], August 6 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said the United States was 'doing the same thing' in Iran as it had done in Venezuela, while asserting that Washington would prefer to reach a deal with Tehran but would not allow the country to develop nuclear weapons.

Addressing a gathering in Las Vegas, Trump said the US had weakened Iran through recent military action but rema

2027 ODI World Cup Qualifier scheduled from February 22 to March 23

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:01:05 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 5 (ANI): The 2027 ODI World Cup Qualifier will be held from February 22 to March 23 next year, Cricinfo reported.

While the ICC has finalised the tournament dates, the host venue is yet to be confirmed. Under the revamped qualification structure for the 2027 World Cup, unveiled by the ICC in July, the winner of the 10-team Qualifier will secure a direct place in the 14-team World Cup gr

CHINA-GUANGDONG-SHENZHEN-TOURISM-TECHNOLOGIES (CN)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:47:32 GMT

(260805) -- SHENZHEN, Aug. 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 24, 2026 shows foreign tourists buying handheld camera equipment at a flagship shop of DJI in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province. With the deep application of the achievements of emerging industries, many inbound foreign tourists choose science and technology tour as the theme of their journey in the Chinese cities.

In Shenzhen, for

International exhibitions add cultural appeal to China's summer travel season

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:15:45 GMT

BEIJING, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- Stepping into the exhibition hall at the Shanghai Museum, Wang Shuling, 36, was instantly captivated by a towering tree, with its leafy branches reaching nearly to the ceiling.

Unlike the trees outside that offer shade from the summer heat, this striking installation depicting the sacred "World Tree" took Wang on a journey across the Pacific Ocean and through thousands of years of hist

MLB roundup: Cubs spoil Tarik Skubal's Dodgers' debut

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:19:03 GMT

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Dansby Swanson went 3-for-4 with a homer and a double for the Chicago Cubs in a 5-1 win against the visiting Dodgers on Tuesday, helping spoil the Los Angeles debut of left-hander Tarik Skubal.

Nico Hoerner singled and homered while Pete Crow-Armstrong contributed two hits, an RBI and a run for the Cubs, who won the opener of the three-game series 10-5 on Monda

Liam Hicks belts slam in Rays debut to help sink Rockies

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:25:10 GMT

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Liam Hicks hit a grand slam in his Tampa Bay debut and Ben Williamson scored the tiebreaking run on a wild pitch as the Rays beat the Colorado Rockies 9-7 in 11 innings in Denver on Tuesday night.

Junior Caminero drove in an insurance run in the 11th with his second hit of the game and Hicks, Yandy Diaz and Chandler Simpson each added two hits.

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Interview: China's contributions support Peru's development: former ambassador

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:15:14 GMT

LIMA, Aug. 4 (Xinhua) -- China's contributions to Peru in recent years have greatly supported the South American country's development and strengthened bilateral ties, former Peruvian Ambassador to China Juan Carlos Capunay has said.

Capunay, who served as Peru's ambassador to China from 2014 to 2017, recently told Xinhua that the closeness between the two countries was not imposed from the outside, but is a rela

USMNT eyes Peru, Chile, Mexico, Canada in friendlies

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:55:07 GMT

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The United States men's national team will begin post-World Cup play by hosting Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada in a sequence of friendlies.

The USMNT will host Peru on Sept. 26 at Inter.co Stadium in Orlando, Fla., before challenging Chile three days later at Energizer Park in St. Louis.

The Americans will host Mexico on Oct. 3 at State Farm Stadium in Glendal

Neeraj Chopra set to compete in Lausanne Diamond League this month

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:58:55 GMT

Lausanne [Switzerland], August 4 (ANI): Former Olympic and World Championship gold medalist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will be competing at the Lausanne Diamond League on August 21, confirmed the organisers on Monday.

The meet, which is also known as the 'Athletissima', will be the Indian javelin legend's fourth appearance in Lausanne. Neeraj would head into the event with a Commonwealth Games silver, with a

US resumes deportation flights to Venezuela after twin earthquakes; death toll crosses 6000

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:31:33 GMT

Caracas [Venezuela], August 4 (ANI): The United States has resumed its deportation flights to Venezuela for the first time since twin earthquakes devastated the South American country in late June, sending back more than 100 individuals on Monday.

According to CNN, in the hours immediately preceding the disaster, a prior flight delivered 146 deportees to Venezuela. Tragic outcomes followed, as many of those passe

Green Shield 2026 strengthens international fight against environmental crime across Amazon Basin

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:23:20 GMT

ABU DHABI, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) -- Law enforcement agencies from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, with organisational support and leadership from the UAE through the International Initiative of Law Enforcement for Climate (I2LEC), have successfully concluded Operation Green Shield 2026, one of the largest ever coordinated international policing operations against environmental crime in the Amazon Basin.

MLB roundup: Alec Burleson's 3 HRs help Cardinals bash Yankees

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:25:08 GMT

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Alec Burleson hit three two-run homers for the St. Louis Cardinals, who rallied for a 13-7 victory over the host New York Yankees after squandering a six-run lead on Monday night.

Burleson capped a seven-run eighth inning by hitting a 2-2 slider from Angel Chivilli (1-1) into the second deck in right for a 418-foot drive. He went deep off Cam Schlittler in the first

Padres acquire LHP Robbie Ray from Giants

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 06:55:30 GMT

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The San Diego Padres beefed up their rotation by adding former Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray in a trade with the San Francisco Giants on Monday.

The deal netted the Giants right-hander Miguel Mendez and shortstop Joniel Hernandez -- the Padres' No. 4 and No. 9 prospects, respectively, according to MLB Pipeline.

Ray, 34, has been one of the majors' best pitch

Junior Caminero belts 2 homers as Rays outlast Rockies

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:05:12 GMT

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Junior Caminero hit two home runs, Jonathan Aranda had four hits, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Colorado Rockies 13-9 in Denver on Monday night.

Richie Palacios also went deep among his two hits, Chandler Simpson, Cedric Mullins and Taylor Walls had two hits each and Ian Seymour tossed six strong innings for Tampa Bay. Seymour (8-3) allowed two runs on seven

US weighs closure of five consulates in Canada, Japan, Indonesia, Cameroon and Grenada in diplomatic downsizing, sources say

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 01:30:14 GMT

Washington DC [US], August 4 (ANI): As part of its effort to downsize America's global diplomatic footprint, the US State Department has notified Congress of plans to close five consulates in Canada, Japan, Indonesia, Cameroon and Grenada.

According to Reuters, the State Department informed some congressional committees late last week that it intends to shut its embassy in St George's, Grenada; consulates in Nago

Yankees deal for LF Heliot Ramos from Giants

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:55:23 GMT

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The New York Yankees acquired left fielder Heliot Ramos from the Giants before Monday's trade deadline, sending left-handed pitching prospect Henry Lalane and minor league infielder Kaeden Kent to San Francisco.

Ramos, 26, was batting .264 with nine home runs and 34 RBIs across 74 games for the Giants this season.

He's played parts of five seasons with San Franc

"Without Trump administration, Oil Industry would be dead!": Trump slams Chevron CEO, demands immediate retail energy price cuts

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:58:51 GMT

Washington DC [US], August 3 (ANI): US President Donald Trump lashed out at Chevron Chairman and CEO Mike Wirth following Wirth's interview with Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo, accusing the energy executive of failing to give credit to the Trump administration for the oil industry's current success.

In a post on Truth Social on Monday (local time), Trump argued that Chevron and the broader US energy sector owe

Reports: Padres acquire LHP Robbie Ray from Giants

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:05:12 GMT

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The San Diego Padres have beefed up their starting rotation by adding former Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray in a trade with the San Francisco Giants on Monday, according to multiple reports.

The deal, which is not yet official, would net the Giants right-hander Miguel Mendez and shortstop Joniel Hernandez -- the Padres' No. 4 and No. 9 prospects, respectively, acco

Blue Jays acquire RHP Jose Soriano from Angels

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:55:14 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays acquired right-hander Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels ahead of Monday's trade deadline in exchange for three prospects.

Shortstop Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti Jr. and right-hander Angel Rivero headed to the Angels.

Soriano, 27, is 9-6 with a 3.29 ERA through 22 starts this season, his fourth with Los Angeles. He

Tech innovation reshapes China's granary heartland, bolstering food security

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:17:19 GMT

HARBIN, Aug. 3 (Xinhua) -- Across the fertile black soil of Heilongjiang, autonomous tractors work tirelessly, while intelligent drones fly overhead to monitor crop growth.

Powered by smart farming solutions, technological upgrading is reshaping the heartland of China's granary in the province, bolstering the country's food security.

As China's top grain-producing province for 16 consecutive years, Heilongj

Concerts of pro-Assad singers cancelled after protests in Syria

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:07:34 GMT

On July 20, angry people in the city ofHomsin centralSyriaripped down posters advertising concerts for two singers accused of supporting the regime of deposed presidentBashar al-Assad.

Lebanese singer Mohamad Iskandar was supposed to appear on August 14 at the Lion Palace, a restaurant and hotel in al-Hawash, a predominantly Christian town about 30 kilometres west of Homs. Syrian singer Hossam Jneed was supposed

US expands intelligence presence in Cuba: media

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:32:23 GMT

General view of Havana during a nationwide blackout, Cuba, August 3, 2026. /VCG

The United States has deployed additional intelligence personnel to Cuba and intensified its intelligence activities in the Caribbean country in recent months, Politico reported on Tuesday.

Citing sources, the report said the United States has recently sent intelligence personnel and resources to Cuba, describing

US federal judge allows Trump administration to end TPS for Haitians

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:05:47 GMT

US President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at Camp David in Maryland, US, July 31, 2026. /VCG

A federal judge in Washington DC on Wednesday allowed the Trump administration to terminate temporary protected status (TPS) for approximately 350,000 Haitians - a decision that places them at risk of deportation to a Caribbean nation where hunger is considered alarming.

US District Ju

Latino voters in Florida see outreach push as early voting begins

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:25:38 GMT

Early voting in Florida's primary election has started in at least 10 counties, with more rolling out later this week.

The primary is Aug. 18, and local races for school board, county commission and circuit judge will be decided — races that will not appear on the November ballot.

Laudi Campo, Florida state director for the Hispanic Federation, said the organization is meeting voters where they are, includ

Maduro welcomes planned Venezuela talks in social media post

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:13:40 GMT

A file photo of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. /VCG

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who has been in US custody since January, on Sunday welcomed a planned meeting between the Venezuelan government and opposition groups expected to take place later this week.

In a post released via his official Telegram account, Maduro said, "We welcome the entire path of dialogue that helps to cons

Is It (Still) Un-American to Care

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:01:38 GMT

I initially wrote this piece in 2024 during the student uprisings that took place around the United States. The content was focused on Gaza and the people who made up the movement for Palestine in the belly of the beast. I've rewritten some of it and replaced Gaza with Cuba. The arguments needed no editing at all.

By Danaka Katovich

In March, a delegation traveled to Cuba to bring medical aid to Cubans who

Climate change rebellion, anyone Aussie Gen Z says...Meh!

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT

Perhaps young climate activists in Australia could put pressure on their government to help our neighbours,by stopping the continuingfossil fuel developmentsthat are driving the planet to destruction,writes DrMark Beeson.

ONE OF THE MORE STRIKINGfeatures of the present historical juncture is thedifficulty of taking collective actionto address the many problems that threaten the continuation of human civilisation.

Arce helps Independiente Rivadavia stay in touch with leaders

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:47:11 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, Aug. 7 (Xinhua) -- Alex Arce scored twice as Independiente Rivadavia rose to third in Zone B of Argentina's Clausura tournament standings on Friday with a 2-1 home win over Estudiantes Rio Cuarto.

Arce converted a 71st-minute penalty before doubling his side's lead with a composed finish on the counterattack.

Gabriel Alanis pulled a late goal back, but Independiente held on for its second wi

Mexico, Peru resume diplomatic relations after nine-month break

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:38:15 GMT

MEXICO CITY, 8th August, 2026 (WAM) -- Mexico and Peru announced on Friday the resumption of diplomatic relations after a break dating back to November 2025.

In a joint statement, the foreign ministries of both countries said the resumption of relations was based on the historic bonds of fraternity, friendship and cooperation between the two countries, while stressing respect for international law and the princip

1st LD Writethru: Peru announces resumption of diplomatic relations with Mexico

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:15:36 GMT

LIMA, Aug. 7 (Xinhua) -- The governments of Peru and Mexico have decided to resume diplomatic relations, which had remained severed since November 2025, Peru's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Friday.

In a statement, Peru's Foreign Ministry said the two countries agreed to restore diplomatic ties "in consideration of the historic bonds of brotherhood, friendship and cooperation that unite Peru and Mexico

Urgent: Peru announces resumption of diplomatic relations with Mexico

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:45:33 GMT

In a statement, Peru's foreign ministry said the two countries agreed to restore diplomatic ties "in consideration of the historic bonds of brotherhood, friendship and cooperation that unite Peru and Mexico

Trump administration revives conspiracy theories about Cuba's alleged manipulation of activism in the US

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:05:27 GMT

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For nearly 70 years, Cuba has "waged a sustained campaign of subversion against the United States," according to a newly released State Department report.

"Cuba: The Capital of 21st Century Communism" sounds an alarm without offering any new i

Ecuador confirms October Asia tour without manager

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:16:17 GMT

QUITO, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- Ecuador will meet Japan in an October friendly as part of the next FIFA international window, the South American country's football federation said on Thursday.

The match will be played at Yokohama's International Stadium, near Tokyo, on October 1.

Ecuador will also meet either Panama or New Zealand at the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo four days later, according to a federation

Chile, Venezuela restore consular relations

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:45:24 GMT

SANTIAGO, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- Chile said Thursday that it had officially restored consular relations with Venezuela after a two-year suspension.

Foreign Minister Francisco Perez Mackenna said resuming the ties would "ensure protection and services for citizens of both countries."

He welcomed "the start of a new stage, through constructive dialogue" to advance issues of common interest for the well-being of

5.1-magnitude quake hits central Peru -- GFZ

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:15:18 GMT

BEIJING, Aug. 7 (Xinhua) -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.1 jolted central Peru at 1857 GMT on Thursday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said.

The epicenter, with a depth of 10 km, was initially determined to be at 12.10 degrees south latitude and 75.36 degrees west longitude.

Building collapse kills 2 in central Cuba

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:15:12 GMT

HAVANA, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- Two people were killed and another was injured after part of an abandoned structure collapsed Wednesday at No. 1 secondary school in the municipality of Remedios in Cuba's central Villa Clara province, local media reported Thursday.

The bodies of the two victims, who had not been identified, were recovered from the rubble at about 6:50 a.m. local time Thursday.

The injured perso

Wanton, intentional infliction of incredible pain by gangs in Haiti

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Gangs in Haiti continue to terrorize communities with the wanton, intentional infliction of incredible pain on people who often are just in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Haitis future success depends on security, political engagement, and humanitarian action reinforcing each other, the UNs most senior official in Haiti has told the UN Security Council which met in New York on Monday to discuss the way forwar

Valencia nearing Boca Juniors move

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:46:34 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- Veteran striker Enner Valencia is close to joining Boca Juniors after parting ways with Mexico's Pachuca, according to widespread media reports on Wednesday.

The 36-year-old is expected to arrive in Argentina this weekend to sign an 18-month contract with the Buenos Aires club.

Valencia, Ecuador's all-time leading scorer with 49 goals in 109 international appearances, beca

UAE leaders congratulate Governor-General of Jamaica on Independence Day

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:07:39 GMT

ABU DHABI, 6th August, 2026 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to Governor-General of Jamaica Patrick Allen on his country's Independence Day.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman

U.S. sanctions endanger patient lives in Cuba: official

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:15:28 GMT

HAVANA, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- The long-running U.S. trade embargo against Cuba and a recent fuel blockade are causing power outages and shortages that threaten patients' lives, Deputy Health Minister Julio Guerra said Wednesday.

"When the lack of a stable power supply directly affects the preservation of medications, every blackout and every restriction translates into a risk to the lives of our patients," Guerra s

Uruguay says Argentina-Brazil diplomatic crisis "bad news" for Mercosur

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:45:15 GMT

MONTEVIDEO, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- Uruguayan Foreign Minister Mario Lubetkin said Wednesday that the diplomatic crisis between Argentina and Brazil is "bad news" for the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and expressed hope that the two governments would resume dialogue to ease tensions.

Lubetkin said the deterioration in relations between Mercosur's two largest members hurts not only Brazil and Argentina, but also U

U.S. federal judge allows Trump administration to terminate TPS for about 350,000 Haitians

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:15:22 GMT

WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- A federal judge in Washington D.C. on Wednesday allowed the Trump administration to terminate temporary protected status (TPS) for approximately 350,000 Haitians -- a decision that places them at risk of deportation to a Caribbean nation where hunger is considered alarming.

U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia previously blocked

U.S. expands intelligence presence in Cuba: media

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:45:28 GMT

WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- The United States has deployed additional intelligence personnel to Cuba and intensified its intelligence activities in the Caribbean country in recent months, Politico reported on Tuesday.

Citing sources, the report said the United States has recently sent intelligence personnel and resources to Cuba, describing the upped intelligence presence as a key tactical move that could pav

China Focus: International exhibitions add cultural appeal to China's summer travel season

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:15:45 GMT

Mexico, United States to meet in October friendly

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:16:28 GMT

MEXICO CITY, Aug. 4 (Xinhua) -- Mexico and the United States will renew their rivalry with a friendly in October, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) said on Tuesday.

The matches form part of the next FIFA international window in which Mexico will also face Colombia, Peru and Chile.

"The national team will face the United States in Glendale, Arizona, on Saturday, October 3, in another edition of the so-

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises above 6,000

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:37:20 GMT

CARACAS, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) -- The death toll from the twin earthquakes in Venezuela in late June has risen above 6,000, officials said on Monday.

The number of confirmed fatalities now stands at 6,125, according to the latest figures from National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez.

The death toll is expected to rise further, with unofficial estimates of between 17,000 and 29,500 people still unaccount

Venezuela quake death toll rises to 6,125

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 22:45:17 GMT

CARACAS, Aug. 3 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 6,125, according to an official update released Monday by National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez.

The report, posted on Rodriguez's Telegram channel, said the number of people rescued remains at 6,462, while 60,992 people have received hospital treatment.

Authorities have delivered 287 h

China Focus: Tech innovation reshapes China's granary heartland, bolstering food security

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:45:25 GMT

HARBIN, Aug. 3 (Xinhua) -- Across the fertile black soil of Heilongjiang, autonomous tractors work tirelessly, while intelligent drones fly overhead to monitor crop growth.

Powered by smart farming solutions, technological upgrading is reshaping the heartland of China's granary in the province, bolstering the country's food security.

As China's top grain-producing province for 16 consecutive years, Heilon

As blackouts stretch for days, life in Cuba revolves around small bursts of electricity

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:02:43 GMT

HAVANA (AP) - A 20-minute burst of electricity is a small miracle in Havana nowadays - a miracle that sometimes comes at 3 a.m.

That's when 72-year-old Leidis Rodriguez frantically cooked beans after the lights switched on this week following hours of uninterrupted blackouts.

"The power has come back on, everyone go!" Rodriguez shouted.

Chile, Venezuela restore consular relations

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:11:18 GMT

Chile said Thursday that it had officially restored consular relations with Venezuela after a two-year suspension.

Foreign Minister Francisco Perez Mackenna said resuming the ties would "ensure protection and services for citizens of both countries."

Source: CGTN

Venezuela unable to tally missing from cataclysmic quakes

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:14:19 GMT

(AFP) - Official figures show that more than 6,000 people died in the earthquakes that struck Venezuela in June, but authorities have not said how many more remain missing.

Barring a miracle, those unaccounted for have also died, leaving families searching for their loved ones beneath the rubble in desperate limbo.

The latest government report, published Monday, listed 6,125 deaths and 60,992 peopl

How aid cuts are threatening women's organizations responding to Haiti's gang violence

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:03:06 GMT

As armed gangs expand their control, women-led organizations are providing critical support to survivors of violence and displacement, negotiating for humanitarian access, and supporting peacebuilding. Sweeping aid cuts put their work at risk.

Roselene Pierre is the President of Rassemblement de Femmes Engagees de Ouanaminthe (RFEO), an organization supported by UN Women that provides around the clock as

Government of Canada supports the Toronto Caribbean Carnival

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

TORONTO, August 4, 2026

Artists and creators are at the heart of our creative economy, enriching local communities and strengthening social connections. By contributing to Toronto's diverse and vibrant arts, culture and heritage sector, they generate significant economic benefits across the region.

Today, Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry and Membe

Cuba slowly regains power after latest nationwide blackout

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:37:12 GMT

Cuba on Monday began gradually restoring power after suffering another nationwide blackout, the sixth since the year began.

The embattled communist island is struggling to keep the lights on due to creaking infrastructure and a biting U.S. energy blockade.

As the lights suddenly turned off across Havana late Sunday, residents sitting outside to get some respite from the summer heat audibly gro

Strong International Cooperation, Concrete Action Key to Defeat Daeshs Expansive, Adaptive Network, Top UN Counter-terrorism Officials Tell Security Council

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