German government prepares assault on social spending, scapegoating immigrants

On October 14, Chancellor Friedrich Merz denounced immigrants as a “problem in the urban environment” that had to be solved through more deportations. Since then, debate over his statement has not subsided... Read more »

Why Brazil became hostage to Lula to maintain democracy – 11/01/2025 – Illustrious – News Room USA

[RESUMO] In Indonesia, Lula ended the theater: he will run for President again in 2026, at the age of 81. For four decades he has eclipsed Brazilian politics, rising from the ashes... Read more »

Milei comes up trumps | Buenos Aires Times

Javier Milei was as surprised as anyone by what happened last Sunday when, contrary to expectations, his party – which depends almost entirely on his personal image – left the rest of... Read more »

With an approved investment of R$ 127 billion, the Northeast is moving towards leading the new global economy, generating more than 30 new jobs and becoming a world reference in the ‘fuel of the future’; the region could surpass global powers in clean energy

The Northeast region of Brazil is about to receive an investment of R$127 billion to boost the production of green hydrogen, positioning itself as a future powerhouse in the global clean energy... Read more »

Trump to host Syria’s al-Sharaa for talks at White House, envoy says | Donald Trump News

Al-Sharaa’s trip, planned for November 10, will be first-ever visit by a Syrian president to the White House. United States President Donald Trump will host Syria’s interim leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa, for talks... Read more »

Javier Milei superstar | Buenos Aires Times

In May, the Javier Milei administration exuded joy at its unexpected victory in Buenos Aires City’s local elections. In September, it exuded desperation after an unexpectedly big defeat in local elections in... Read more »

Thousands join protests in Rio favela after deadliest ever police raid | Brazil

Thousands of protesters have gathered in the Rio favela that this week suffered the deadliest police operation in Brazilian history to demand an inquiry into the killings and an end to security... Read more »

Presidents of Chile and South Korea agree to deepen ties — MercoPress

Presidents of Chile and South Korea agree to deepen ties Saturday, November 1st 2025 – 10:31 UTC Lee and Boric pledged to combine South Korea’s technology with Chile’s energy and... Read more »

Nature abhors a vacuum | Buenos Aires Times

The wheel seems to have turned full circle from around 30 months ago. Back then the virtual president-elect was sitting Buenos Aires City mayor Horacio Rodríguez Larreta preaching the need for consensus... Read more »

Desperation in Black River, Jamaica, after Hurricane Melissa

Brandon Drenonin Black River, Jamaica Watch: BBC reports from “ground zero” of Hurricane Melissa’s destruction People walk along muddied roads scavenging the wreckage for food. Others jump into damaged stores in the... Read more »