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The Latest Breaking News from South America

Maduro and Lula hit out at US sanctions on Venezuela

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Brazilian leader Luis Inacio Lula de Silva on Monday assailed U.S. sanctions against Venezuela and Maduro said he hopes a regional South American summit in Brasilia will call for their removal.

Reuters

South American's presidents gather in Brazil for first regional summit in 9 years

South America’s leaders will gather in Brazil’s capital on Tuesday as part of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s attempt to reinvigorate regional integration efforts that have in the past floundered amid the continent’s political swings and polarization

The Independent UK

Who is Pedrinho? The Brazilian wonderkid likened to Ronaldinho on Arsenal's summer radar

Brazilian wonderkid Pedrinho is the latest South American prodigy linked with a move to Europe after impressing in Brazil

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Argentina in talks to expand China currency swap line, source says

Argentina is in talks to renew and potentially expand its currency swap line with China, a central bank source said on Wednesday, as the South American country battles tumbling foreign reserves that threaten its ability to meet payments.

Reuters

Mexican and South American cartels penetrating Australian border security to import tonnes of cocaine, underworld figure tells Four Corners

Cartels threaten and bribe border workers to help them bring in cocaine, a bikie and former airport worker says.

ABC News

South America deserves bigger say on international stage, says Foreign Secretary

James Cleverly will say ‘tectonic plates of world politics are shifting once again’ in a keynote speech

The Independent UK

What two NSW coronial inquests have taught us about kambo and why people use the South American frog poison

Two recent coronial inquests have thrust kambo into the spotlight in Australia. So why do people choose to burn their skin and apply the frog poison?

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Chelsea transfer news: Blues agree Kendry Paez deal as Manchester United and Dortmund miss out

One of South America’s top young talents will head to Stamford Bridge when he turns 18 in the summer of 2025

Evening Standard

Who is Jose Cifuentes? The Rangers transfer top choice with big ambitions and guarantees goal-snuffing EVERY time

The South American midfielder is believed to be high on Michael Beale's agenda as he looks to revamp his midfield this summer.

Daily Record

Cleverly to visit Caribbean and South America to seek ‘enhanced’ ties

The seven-day trip will see Mr Cleverly travel to Jamaica, Colombia, Chile and Brazil and announce climate and security funding.

The Independent UK

Seven things to know about bats and pandemic risk

For millennia, bat viruses lurked in forests across West Africa, India, South America and other parts of the world. But, undisturbed, they posed little threat to humanity.

Reuters

China Expands Its Economic Reach Into the United States’ Backyard

Economically, China has been making inroads into South America and the Caribbean, a region where U.S. power once went unchallenged.

The News Lens

In South America's remote Chaco, deforestation uproots natural rhythms

In the vast Chaco forests of northern Argentina, Noole rests from the fierce sun in the scented shade of dark carob trees on a small farm where her family grows watermelons and potatoes to eat or sell at market.

Reuters

When did the Isthmus of Panama form between North and South America?

The linkage of the Americas had outsize impacts globally, and its controversial timing has similarly large implications for science.

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Ram's South American Small Pickup Teased With US Development

According to the brand, it will be the fastest pickup made in Brazil.

The Independent UK

Great Britain to donate $100 million to Brazil's Amazon Fund

Britain has pledged to give about $100 million to the Brazilian government’s fund to protect the Amazon rainforest, as the South American country beefs up protection of the environment under its new leadership

The Independent UK

Colombia travel guide: Everything to know before you go

Colombia’s expansive beauty and diversity means that there’s a region to suit every preference – pair that with a climate that is welcoming year-round and you’ve got an extremely tempting country to explore

Reason

A Big Issue in Paraguay's Elections Was…Taiwan?

The voters opted to keep the country's ties with the island—a remarkable choice, given that China has become South America's top trading partner.

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Record number of people arrested in an international fentanyl operation, DOJ says

The Department of Justice announced arrests in an international operation targeting fentanyl sales on the dark web that spanned the U.S., Europe and South America. Nearly 300 people were arrested.

Reuters

Paraguay election result calms fear of another Taiwan ally falling (for now)

News of Santiago Pena's election victory in Paraguay will be cheered by officials in Taiwan, which faces an uphill battle against China's economic muscle to keep its remaining 13 allies worldwide, including its last in South America.

FourFourTwo

Ranked! The 20 best South American players of all time

The Argentines, Brazilians, Uruguayans and even Peruvians who have defined the beautiful game over over the centuries

Dublin Live

Hundreds of cyclists to pass through Dublin as part of 100 mile annual charity challenge

The Willow Wheelers Cycling Club's members are taking part in today's event to raise funds for water, education and health projects in Africa, South America, and Asia

The Independent UK

Opposition bloc seeks to oust Paraguay's long-ruling party

An opposition coalition in Paraguay will seek to unseat South America’s longest-governing party in elections focused on corruption, the economy and health system problems

Asharq Al-Awsat

Al-Hilal Aiming for Record 5th Asian Champions League Title

Al-Hilal is potentially 180 minutes away from extending its regional record of continental titles from four to five as it faces Urawa Reds of Japan in the first leg of the Asian Champions League final at Riyadh on Saturday. With the Saudi national team upsetting eventual champion Argentina at the…

The Conversation

From horseback to motorbike: inside the motorcycle boom in Indigenous South America

With their tropical climate, flowing rivers and dense forests, the vast plains and basins that make up South America’s lowlands cover a significant portion of the continent’s surface. Indeed, the Amazon rainforest covers approximately seven million square kilometres or around 40% of the total land area of South America.

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