America Chile A foundation in Chile, dedicated to locating children adopted irregularly and taken abroad during the dictatorship of Pinochet, has initiated a new search campaign using AI to reunite families affected by forced adoptions during the regime
America Costa Rica Costa Rica has reported its first case of screwworm infection in the Altamira de Pavones area, triggering investigations and the implementation of an action protocol by the Ministry of Health and SENASA to address and contain potential outbreaks
America Colombia President Gustavo Petro has announced the suspension of arms purchases from Israel, condemning the deaths in Gaza as "genocide" after Palestinians allegedly claimed Israeli soldiers shot people seeking food
America Antigua and Barbuda The country will not participate in Full Free Movement of Caricom Nationals, as the government argues that full freedom of movement is too demanding for the country at this time
America Argentina President Milei has banned gender-inclusive language in all official documents and public administration
America Brazil A new study from local scientists shows a drastic decline in the diversity of fireflies in Brazil and other bioluminescent beetles, specifically in areas affected by habitat loss and pesticide use over 30 years
America Belize Local social group “Loving Is Key” is holding an empowering training focused on mental health for the community, with the aim of addressing the current mental health crisis
America Saint Kitts and Nevis The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources presented the results of its recent annual review and strategic planning session, heralding a new era of agricultural empowerment and sustainability
America Saint Vincent and the Grenadines The Archery Association of St. Vincent and the Grenadines kicked off the 2024 archery season with the first classification tournament last weekend with a total of 19 archers all vying for first place in their respective categories
America Saint Lucia In light of the Saharan dust phenomenon that is affecting Saint Lucia, Health Minister Moses 'Musa' Jean Baptiste has issued a public notice urging citizens to take the necessary precautions to safeguard their health
America Haiti The Haitian league returned this weekend, after a three-year hiatus marked by gang violence and political unrest; the new format offers with fewer matches and promises to make it more competitive
America Jamaica A 1.000-gallon water tank has been donated to Windsor Castle Primary and Infant School in Portland by Courts Ready Cash, as part of efforts to provide water harvesting solutions to the institution
America Canada Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced renewable energy restrictions that could stop investments for billions; one of the rules prohibits renewable development on 11% of land unless proven that the renewable project can coexist with crops and livestock