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The country has secured a 36-month agreement with the IMF for US$830 million to fund economic reform policies aimed at enhancing stability and promoting inclusive growth, with focus on fiscal space, structural reforms, and climate resilience

Guatemalans have taken to the streets to defend democracy, protesting against government entities that undermine democracy and citizen rights, reflecting citizens' concerns about attacks on the electoral process and judicial authorities' actions

The country has signed an agreement with Dominican Republic for collaboration in agriculture, tourism, energy, and oil industries, aiming to boost regional food and energy security, job creation, and technology transfer

The deadliest fire in over 100 years in the US, with at least 110 victims, has devastated the town of Lahaina on Maui island; Hawaii, the US state at highest risk of natural disasters from eruptions to floods to fires, has seen an increase in accidents

The record for arrivals was broken with 6,2 million visitors through July, the best month in history with 792.981 non-residents entering the country

In a historic achievement, Colombia has advanced to the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup for the first time ever by defeating Jamaica 1-0, with Catalina Usme's goal in the second half breaking the tie in a challenging match

The Belgium-based humanitarian project Sovereign Cuba sent three suitcases with a total of 60 kilograms of medicines and supplies for the Cuban health sector

The country has placed first in Artificial Intelligence in the first Latin American AI Index, highlighting its strong infrastructure, education, advanced human capital, and governance

One of the 5 areas with the most people over 100 years old on the planet, known as blue zones, is located in Nicoya, Costa Rica, where people live longer due to shared lifestyle factors including plant-based diets, natural movement and family focus

Fernando Villavicencio, an aspiring presidential candidate, known for his anti-corruption stance and commitment to tackling organised crime, was assassinated just 10 days before the presidential election, raising concerns in the nation

DOWASCO has informed customers in Soufriere and Scotts Head that water delivery will be interrupted today due to system maintenance

A US$76 billion public works program has been announced; it aims at stimulating growth with spending on infrastructure and the environment; plans involve significant contributions towards energy, transport, water and healthcare