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An AI that speaks the languages of Latin America

PRI - The World · August 15, 2025

Latin American researchers are developing a new artificial intelligence model — one that aims to speak the region’s languages and reflect its cultures. The model, known as Latam-GPT, is under construction in Chile and led by the country’s National...

Trump orders Pentagon to use military force against Latin American drug cartels

World Socialist Web Site · August 15, 2025

U.S. troops patrolling border near Tucson, Ariz., May 11, 2025 [Photo: U.S. Army/Staff Sgt. Remoi Brown]Citing anonymous sources, the New York Times reports that President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to “begin using military force...

Valencia catcher represents Team USA in Latin American Baseball Classic

The Santa Clarita Valley Signal - California · August 15, 2025

Jack Yamamura, catcher for Valencia High School, represented Team USA 18U in late July at the Latin America Baseball Classic in the Dominican Republic, where his team took home the championship. Jack Yamamura with gold medal. Courtesy...

World Steel Pan Day celebrated this week with pledges to strengthen the local steelpan movement

NBC SVG · August 15, 2025

St. Vincent and the Grenadines joined in commemorating World Steelpan Day on Monday. World Steelpan Day is observed annually on August 11, in recognition of the steelpan’s unique place in the world of culture, as the only acoustic instrument...

Global EV Sales Surge 27% in 2025 Amid US Policy Challenges

WebProNews · August 15, 2025

Global Surge in EV Adoption Global electric vehicle sales have surged by 27% so far in 2025, defying expectations amid varying regional policies and market dynamics. This robust growth, reported in a recent analysis by CleanTechnica, highlights...

Caribbean inspires Mahalia’s new EP ‘Luvergirl’

The Voice · August 15, 2025

MAHALIA HAS dropped a new seven-track EP ‘Luvergirl’, a project she wrote across the UK, Jamaica and St Vincent. New single “Pity” samples the 2009 hit “It’s A Pity” with a re-recorded vocal by Jamaican icon Tanya Stephens herself. Mahalia adds...

Global plastic treaty talks end without deal amid sharp rifts

The Economic Times · August 15, 2025

New Delhi: After nearly two weeks of negotiations in Geneva, talks to finalise an international treaty to combat plastic pollution ended in the early hours of Friday without an agreement. The Geneva meeting was supposed to conclude an...

A journey of extremes: Antarctia's wild beauty to South America's vibrant soul

Jimboomba Times · August 15, 2025

Travelling in January? Watch the overwhelmingly beautiful sight of penguins hatching in the Antarctic. Picture supplied Brought to you by Helloworld. Antarctica has a unique ability to inspire a sense of wonder unlike anywhere else on Earth, with...

Mayora & Mayora promotes five to partner in Central America

Latin Lawyer · August 15, 2025

Suzel Obiols, Carlos Ortega and Byron Deulofeu Central American firm Mayora & Mayora has substantially expanded its partnership by promoting five associates to partner in Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador. Subscribe to unlock unlimited access...

Nigerian scholar wins global award, pushes for action on neglected parasitic disease

Premium Times · August 15, 2025

A Nigerian researcher’s work on a little-known but deadly parasitic disease has earned her an international award and amplified global calls for urgent action against neglected tropical diseases. Ozioma Onuselogu, a graduate student at Eastern...

How to Watch Aruba vs Panama: Live Stream 2025 Little League World Series, TV Channel

Newsweek · August 15, 2025

The top 20 Little League teams from around the globe enter Williamsport, aiming to become the 2025 Little League World Series champions. Cooper Hastings #17 of the Southwest Region team from Boerne, Texas lines out in the fourth inning against the...

Weekly global protein digest: 2025 US forecast - broiler production up; egg & turkey production down

The Poultry Site ·

Livestock analyst Jim Wyckoff reports on global protein news Weekly US beef, pork export sales report Beef: Net sales of 4,300 MT for 2025--a marketing-year low--were down 73 percent from the previous week and 66 percent from the prior 4-week...

The Brown, Stinky Seaweed Crisis Affecting Beaches From Florida to the Caribbean, Mexico, and Beyond

AFAR · August 15, 2025

Seaweed that’s part of what is known as the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt is once again washing ashore and making headlines that might leave beachgoers wondering if their upcoming sand-filled getaways in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Florida might be...

When Will World War II End in Japan?

Foreign Policy ·

When did World War II end? Or, when will World War II end? This may seem a rhetorical question to most, with Aug. 15 marking the 80th anniversary of V-J Day (Victory Over Japan Day). On that date, Japan supposedly surrendered unconditionally. Few...

USDA secretary sees ‘silver lining’ in New World screwworm threat

Capital Press - Oregon · August 15, 2025

Published 3:56 pm Friday, August 15, 2025 Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said closing the border to live cattle from Mexico to guard against the New World screwworm may help rebuild the U.S. cattle industry. Mexico normally imports more than...

Good News for You – War and peace, instead of pieces

Eyre Peninsula Advocate · August 15, 2025

This week marks 80 years since atom bombs devastated Hiroshima and Nagasaki, leading to the end of World War II and ushering in the awesome power of nuclear weapons. Nuclear energy now mainly focuses on producing electricity and enabling medical...

‘Historic opportunity missed’: World plastic pollution treaty talks collapse with no deal

Hong Kong Free Press · August 15, 2025

Talks aimed at striking a landmark global treaty on plastic pollution fell apart Friday without agreement, as countries failed to find consensus on how the world should tackle the ever-growing scourge. Plastic pollution on a Lamma Island beach in...

CONCACAF Women’s World Cup Draw Set for August 20

Nationwide 90FM · August 15, 2025

Jamaica’s National Women’s senior football team is one of six which have been seeded ahead of the draw for the CONCACAF Women’s World Cup qualifiers on Wednesday August 20. El Salvador, Haiti, Panama, Costa Rica and Mexico are the other pre-seeded...

Royal Caribbean's Most Famous Employee Surprises Cruisers After Stepping Down Without Explanation

The Travel · August 15, 2025

Royal Caribbean continues to make bold advancements, pushing the boundaries in the cruise world. RC is expecting one million guests at its new beach club, set to open later in the year. Its new Nassau beach club, Royal Beach Club Paradise Island,...

Royal Caribbean Has Found New ‘Godmother’ for Ship After Diana Ross Pulled Out Due to ‘Unforeseen Circumstances’ By Colson Thayer

People - New York ·

NEED TO KNOW Royal Caribbean has named Kellie Gerardi as its new "godmother" of the Star of the Seas cruise ship A representative for Diana Ross, who was previously named godmother, confirmed to PEOPLE on Tuesday the singer "will be unable to...