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Panama completes first climate-related relocation due to rising sea levels

A community of Guna indigenous people living on the tiny, overcrowded, and flood-prone island of Gardi Sugdub of Panama received the keys of their homes on the mainland from the government on May 29, 2024, marking a transition from their endangered island to the mainland.

Mexico City could run out of water by end of June 2024 unless it rains

Mexico City, one of the world’s largest cities, is one the brink of a serious water crisis, facing the possibility of a potential “Day Zero” by the end of June unless it rains.

Ireland, Norway and Spain formally recognize Palestinian state

Norway, Ireland, and Spain, on May 22, decided to formally recognize Palestinian state, breaking with the long-held position of Western countries

Raging wildfires in Chile have killed more than 120 people

Devastating wildfires in Chile have unleashed widespread destruction, killing about 100 people and destroying some 3,000 homes

Bolivia breaks ties with Israel; Chile, Colombia, Jordan recall ambassadors over Gaza attacks

South American leaders have criticized Israel amid airstrikes and its military offensive in Gaza and announced strong diplomatic actions.

Ecuador declares state of emergency after assassination of anti-corruption presidential candidate

The President of Ecuador declared a state of emergency for a period of 60 days after Fernando Villavicencio, a prominent candidate in Ecuador's upcoming presidential election, was tragically assassinated during a campaign event in the capital city on Aug. 9.

Mexico sends its famous dog search and rescue teams to Turkey to help save lives

Marcelo Ebrard, Mexico's Foreign Affairs Secretary confirmed that at least 16 dogs, together with their handlers, took off for Turkey on Tuesday.

Brazil capital riots: More than 1,500 detained after protesters storm Congress

The images and videos showed Brazilian protesters fighting with police, breaking into government offices, and searching the desks of opposition lawmakers.

Brazilian Air Force inducts first Swedish Gripen fighter jets

The Brazilian Air Force (FAB) has announced the start of operational activities of its Gripen E fighter aircraft. FAB held a ceremony on 19 December at the Anápolis Air Base (BAAN) marking the beginning of operational activities of the Gripen E fighters...

Brazil’s Lula makes astonishing comeback, wins third term as president

Brazil’s former leftist president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has stages a remarkable political comeback, beating the far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro in one of the most significant elections in the country’s history.

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ASEAN Express to boost Malaysia’s trade connectivity with China and Southeast Asia

Malaysia’s trade connectivity with Southeast Asia and China received a boost with the launch of the ASEAN Express, an international freight train connecting Malaysia to Thailand, Laos, and China.