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Trump and Lula at the White House: a relationship built on pragmatism and a broader regional calculus

For about three hours of closed-door talks between Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and US President Donald Trump at the White House on May 7, 2026, many observers in the two countries held their breath. Since there was no official joint statement or press conference, they did not…

The Conversation

Why Was Donald Trump and Brazilian President Lula da Silva's Meeting Abruptly Closed to the Press?

Donald Trump and Brazil's president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva held an unexpectedly closed‑door White House meeting on trade and security, intensifying scrutiny over what the two leaders discussed out of public view.

International Business Times UK

The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U_S_ military said Thursday that it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U_S_ forces.”

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Trump ducks press after meeting with Brazil’s Lula takes sudden mystery turn

A planned Oval Office media availability was pushed back and then canceled altogether without explanation after the two leaders met for several hours behind closed doors on Thursday

The Independent UK

Trump Says Lula Meeting Went 'Very Well' Despite Surprise Cancellation of Joint White House Appearance

Spain's ABC correspondent described the cancellation as "an unusual change" for what had been expected to be a high-profile bilateral meeting

Latin Times

Sugar Prices Decline on Concern Brazil Could Boost Sugar Output

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Thursday closed down -0.27 (-1.82%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -5.30 (-1.21%). Sugar prices added to Wednesday's sharp losses on Thursday, falling to 1-week lows. Gasoline prices (RBM26 ) have fallen by more than -8% over...

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Arabica Coffee Retreats on Expectations of a Bumper Brazil Coffee Crop

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) on Thursday closed down -10.60 (-3.73%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) closed up +19 (+0.56%). Coffee prices settled mixed on Thursday, with arabica falling sharply to a 2-week low. Expectations of a larger Brazilian coffee crop are negative for prices. Last Thursday, the...

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Expectations of a Bumper Brazil Coffee Crop Weigh on Prices

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) today is down -10.00 (-3.52%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) is down -6 (-0.18%). Coffee prices are on the defensive today, with arabica falling sharply to a 2-week low. Expectations of a larger Brazilian coffee crop are negative for prices. Last Thursday, the...

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“How Well Do You Know South America?”: Name 14 Countries From Only A Spot On The Map

South America might seem easy at first glance – but once you get past Brazil and Argentina, things can get surprisingly tricky. Do you know exactly where Paraguay is? Or how about Suriname? In this quiz, you’ll be shown a country on the map, and your task is simple: name…

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Brazil’s Lula to discuss fighting organized crime, tariffs in Trump meeting

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plans to discuss organized crime and tariffs with U.S. President Donald Trump, according to Brazil’s finance minister

The Independent UK

Billionaire philanthropist’s former secretary facing additional fraud charges – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Countries must back commitments to transition from fossil fuels with action

The first international Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels concluded on April 29 in Santa Marta, Colombia. Stemming from the failure of the last COP meeting in Belèm, Brazil, to address the necessity of reducing reliance on fossil fuels, the intergovernmental event was co-organized by Colombia and the Netherlands…

The Conversation

2026 FIFA World Cup: Eight Countries With a Point to Prove

Sleeping giants are determined to wake from dormancy this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Arabica Coffee Retreats in Hopes the Strait of Hormuz Will Soon Reopen

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) on Wednesday closed down -5.90 (-2.04%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) closed up +35 (+1.04%). Coffee prices on Wednesday settled mixed. Optimism that the US-Iran war could soon end and reopen the Strait of Hormuz weighed on coffee prices on Wednesday. Strength in...

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Arabica Coffee Pressured on Hopes the Strait of Hormuz to Soon Reopen

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) today is down -5.30 (-1.83%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) is up +12 (+0.36%). Coffee prices are mixed today. Optimism that the US-Iran war could soon end and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is weighing on coffee prices today. Strength in the Brazilian...

The Independent UK

Mining giant BHP loses bid to appeal over deadly dam collapse that caused country’s worst environmental disaster

The Fundao dam was jointly owned and operated by BHP and Vale's Samarco joint venture

The Guardian - UK

How Cuban doctors vital to Latin America are being squeezed out by the US

The US is blocking the employment of Cuban doctors around the world – and the poorest will suffer the costs

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Best World Cups of All Time—Ranked

Sporting spectacles don’t come any better than the World Cup—especially these iconic editions that rose above the rest.

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Sugar Prices Climb on Brazilian Real Strength

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Tuesday closed up +0.08 (+0.52%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed up +5.70 (+1.28%). Sugar prices extended their two-week-long rally on Tuesday and rose to 1-month highs. Strength in the Brazilian real is boosting sugar prices as the...

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Coffee Prices Settle Higher as the Brazilian Real Rallies

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) on Tuesday closed up +4.25 (+1.49%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) closed up +14 (+0.42%). Coffee prices moved higher on Tuesday, with arabica up sharply at a 1-week high. Strength in the Brazilian real is supporting coffee prices, as the real (^USDBRL )...

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Strength in the Brazilian Real Boosts Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.06 (+0.39%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +4.90 (+1.10%). Sugar prices extended their two-week-long rally today and rose to 1-month highs. Strength in the Brazilian real is boosting sugar prices as the real (^USDBRL...

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Brazilian Real Strength Supports Coffee Prices

July arabica coffee (KCN26 ) today is up +9.80 (+3.43%), and July ICE robusta coffee (RMN26 ) is up +51 (+1.5%). Coffee prices are sharply higher today, with arabica climbing to a 1-week high. Strength in the Brazilian real is supporting coffee prices, as the real (^USDBRL ) today surged...

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Neymar accused of assaulting teenage son of former Manchester City star: report

Brazil icon Neymar clashed with the teenager during a Santos training session

The Independent UK

Gold rush fuels Amazon deforestation and mercury poisoning in Brazil’s protected areas

Gold prices have surged in recent years, sparking a mining rush in the Amazon that accelerates deforestation and mercury contamination

The Guardian - UK

Brazil caught up in craze for whistling-only WhatsApp groups

Some chats can get up to 600 voice notes a day and reach the 1,024-member limit in less than 24 hours

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