South America
Archaeologists and astronomers solve the mystery of Chile's Stonehenge
Growing up on the edge of the Atacama desert in northern Chile, Jimena Cruz was often made to feel ashamed of her indigenous identity.<p>On visits to nearby petroglyphs, her father would explain their history, while her mother situated them in legend. “I always had this relationship between the …
World NewsHow Venezuela Became China's Money Pit
The world oil market is notoriously quick to react to headlines, but a seemingly significant one last week from the owner of the world’s largest reserves didn’t cause so much as a blip.<p>According to reports, all from Venezuelan authorities, the China Development Bank earlier this month pledged …
VenezuelaTaking a new, ‘non-lazy’ way to old Machu Picchu
On a ceaselessly scenic rail line that flowed like a vein toward the heart of the Inca mountain empire, Kilometer Marker 104 did not look like …
Machu PicchuArgentina freezes assets of suspected Hezbollah fundraising network
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (JTA) — In a first, Argentina’s government targeted a Hezbollah fundraising network in the northern Triple Frontier with …
Jewish CultureWhy Peru is your next foodie destination
It's hard to get a bad meal in Lima, the Peruvian capital — even late-night eateries serve fresh, flavoursome food. At Cafe Cafe in Miraflores I …
Lifestyle (UK)5 Considerations for Hiking the Inca Trail.
At the top of the bucket lists of thousands of travelers around the world is hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. This is a historical route as it …
HikingLinde sells U.S. antitrust assets for $3.3 billion to Messer, CVC
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Germany's Linde (LING.DE) said on Monday it would fetch $3.3 billion from selling assets to a consortium of German gases firm Messer and buyout group CVC in a deal to secure antitrust clearance for its planned $87 billion merger with U.S. group Praxair (PX.N).<p>Linde said last …
Antitrust LawsNetflix’s first Brazilian sitcom ‘Samantha!’ nails celebrity culture
With <i>Samantha!</i>, its first Brazilian sitcom, Netflix continues to make significant strides into the South American market. The title character …
TVFinancial forum: Virtual currencies need close monitoring
An international forum on financial regulation say virtual currencies such as bitcoin do not pose a threat to global stability but require "vigilant …
News (U.S.)Boys from Argentina's slums dream big through cricket
Buenos Aires, July 16 (IANS) Young boys have long regarded football as a way out of poverty in Argentina's slums, but in recent years, thousands have …
Buenos AiresVenezuelan cash is almost worthless, but also scarce
VENEZUELAN hawkers on the border with Colombia call it “money art”. The handbags, purses and hats they sell are made from nearly new Venezuelan …
VenezuelaSoccer: Sampaoli stands down as Argentina coach after World Cup failure
BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Jorge Sampaoli has left his position as Argentina coach after a disappointing World Cup in which the South Americans were eliminated in the last 16 by eventual champions France.<p>"The Argentine Football Association and the ex-coach of the national team Jorge Sampaoli today …
SoccerEdmonton engineering students build bridge in Bolivia
A small community in Bolivia has a new stone and concrete bridge after the help of several Edmonton engineering students.University of Alberta …
EngineeringThe Five Best Hikes in Medellin, Colombia
Medellin has become one of the hottest cities to visit in Latin America, in part due to its stunning nature. These five hikes are some of the best …
HikingArgentina’s currency crisis is far from over
ON A residential street corner in Buenos Aires, Van Koning Market sells imported beers to the city’s well-heeled. Since it opened in June last year …
EconomyIraq protests: Two killed, dozens hurt as unrest spreads in south
The gates to Iraq's port of Umm Qasr re-opened Monday after being forced shut during days of protests across the south of the country over unemployment and poor government services.<p>Three officials said activities resumed at the port near the southern city of Basra after negotiations with protesters.<p>…
Middle EastJorge Sampaoli: Argentina 'mutually agree' to terminate manager's contract
Argentina and manager Jorge Sampaoli have "mutually agreed" to terminate his contract in the wake of the team's disappointing 2018 World Cup campaign.
Soccer25 survivors of Spanish shipwreck reach ports in South America
Sixteen survivors, and the body of one deceased crew member, arrived in Montevideo on the Spanish-flagged fishing vessel Farruco, the spokesman, …
SpainWhere Colombian Rebels Once Ruled, Drug Gangs Now Fight for Control - WSJ
By<p>Juan Forero<p>YOKY RIDGE, Colombia—On a hilltop base shielded with sandbags, police sharpshooter Jose Diaz gazed into thick jungle as a fellow commando checked tripwires protecting the stronghold. A radioman listened in on the fighters they were battling.<p>“They’re always looking for the right moment …
Wall StreetDaniel Ortega is causing a bloodbath in Nicaragua
IT BEGAN three months ago with a protest against cuts in pensions decreed by Daniel Ortega, Nicaragua’s president. Now his Central American country …
Venezuela$1.8 million estate battle: Cecilia Haddad may have been married when she died
A lawyer representing Ms Haddad's family said a document from Brazil was being translated that could shed light on how far through the process they …
WalesLa Paz's colorful cable car system: no traffic and a great view
LA PAZ (AFP) -<p>"Now I'm going to get to work faster!" exulted a smiling Rosa Lima, 52, one of the first passengers on a new cable car line in La Paz that reaches into the heart of the Bolivian capital.<p>Draped in a bright orange blanket typically worn by indigenous people here, Rosa says she lives in …
Public SectorHere are the shocks, flops, stars and disappointments from Russia 2018
IT was the most unpredictable of World Cups, but that also made it one of the most thrilling.<p>European heavyweights Germany, Spain and Portugal made …
SoccerBREAKING NEWS: Argentina dismiss Sampaoli after chaotic World Cup
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has announced Jorge Sampaoli will not continue as national team head coach following a chaotic World Cup.<p>A …
FIFA World Cup10 killed in fresh Nicaragua clashes
Managua, July 16 (IANS) Ten people were killed and over dozens others injured in clashes in Nicaragua between security forces and anti-government …
Human RightsWorld U20 Championships women high jump
The expected high jump duel between Karyna Taranda of Belarus and Maria Fernanda Murillo became a three-way battle when Ireland’s Sommer Lecky jumped …
IAAFStockholm Odenplan reopens after escalator scare
Two of the Swedish capital's busiest stations closed on Friday after an escalator lost control a few days earlier and started running at speed in the …
SwedenTau's absence not affecting Downs
Tau is not with Sundowns as they prepare to take on Togolese outfit AS Togo-Port at Stade Gerenal Eyadema in Lome in a group stage match on Tuesday …
SoccerRenault first
<b>Laurence Frost</b><b><br>Reuters</b><p>PARIS -- Renault increased vehicle sales by 9.8 percent to a new record in the first half, the French automaker said in <b>a</b> …
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