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• Kast hardens his stance on the truckers' strike and calls for free transit to be respected: "This sets off alarm bells around the entire world"
  Amid negotiations between the government and the truckers' unions, President José Antonio Kast made a new appeal this Wednesday to the transport workers who, since Monday, have been mobilized in prot…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:35:57Z
• Panama confirms bidding dates for the administration of two regional airports
  Tocumen International Airport confirmed the prequalification schedule for companies interested in managing the Enrique Malek international airport, in David, Chiriquí, and the Scarlett Martínez inte…
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T13:35:40Z
• 173 people arrested for fraud in Honduras; authorities warn about digital scams and card cloning
  The Directorate of Police Investigations (DPI) reported the capture of 173 people suspected of fraud at different points in Honduras during the first months of 2026, as a result of operations carried …
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T13:34:23Z
• AI keys, the new hacker loot that gets resold on the black market
  For years, cybercriminals' favorite loot was cryptocurrency. Now there's another. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, the demand for artificial intelligence models has turned access cred…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:34:00Z
• Russia’s groundwater reserves to increase by 40,000 cubic meters per day in 2026
  Geological exploration at four new sites is planned for 2027, with groundwater reserves expected to increase by 60,600 cubic meters per day
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T13:33:52Z
• Russia’s Kub-2-2E UAV can be deployed in swarms — Rosoboronexport
  The Kub has a flight speed of 100-150 km/h and can stay in the air for about 25 minutes.
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T13:33:46Z
• Tundu Lissu: After escaping the death penalty, what does his guilty verdict mean for Tanzania's democracy?
  A treason trial could have meant death by hanging for Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Instead, he now faces four years in prison for incitement to unrest. Ban dissident voices truly be heard …
  DW europe 2026-11-11T13:33:00Z
• Trump nominates Pedro Cabrera as ambassador to Guatemala: a Florida politician facing an agenda of migration, drug trafficking, and regional security
  The White House nominated Pedro Cabrera as United States ambassador to Guatemala, according to the package of nominations it sent to the U.S. Senate on November 10. The nominee, officially identified …
  Infobae latam 2026-11-11T13:32:54Z
• The 5 communes of the Metropolitan Region with a scheduled water cut-off for this Wednesday
  The company Aguas Andinas reported a series of water outages scheduled in specific areas of the Metropolitan Region. According to the entity, the interruption of supply is required for a few hours in …
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:30:37Z
• Google in, but Nvidia out as US lines up Apec CEO Summit delegation: source
  Representatives from Google and Boeing will be included in the United States’ business delegation at next week’s Apec CEO Summit in Shenzhen, the event organiser has confirmed. But a source famili…
  SCMP asia 2026-11-11T13:30:07Z
• Nayib Buekele’s fight in Haiti: New hope, or greater havoc?
  Bukele has emerged as a prominent global figure in the fight against gangs and organized crime.
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T13:30:00Z
• Poll: Republicans split over nominating a Trump-like candidate in 2028
  A new poll asked what approach the GOP's next presidential nominee should take: one like Donald Trump's, or something different.
  WaPo us 2026-11-11T13:30:00Z
• Videos | This is what the RCN headquarters in Cali looked like after the attack by two men on a motorcycle, who left a package with the explosive at 3:35 in the morning
  The National Police and the Cali Mayor's Office condemned the attack, calling it a direct assault on press freedom.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-11-11T13:28:25Z
• Pier Silvio Berlusconi: 'Neither I nor Marina will go into politics'
  'For Mentana, doors are always open; for him, great personal esteem and great affection'
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T13:28:03Z
• Kushner says EU should choose one person to speak for it at Ukraine table
  The complexity of the situation lies in the fact that "Europe is a very diverse mix of a lot of different personalities and perspectives and interests," Jared Kushner explained
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T13:28:00Z
• General strike in Spain, 21 injured and one arrest in clashes in Madrid
  Sit-ins and blockades across the country. 'Participation high but not uniform'
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T13:27:22Z
• German Army Bans Chinese Drones and Cars From Military Bases
  Germany’s military banned Chinese-made drones used for training purposes and prohibited certain vehicles from bases after a counterintelligence assessment showed that data was potentially being coll…
  Bloomberg us 2026-11-11T13:24:15Z
• Sheinbaum's mañanera, November 11, minute by minute
  This Wednesday, November 11, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo leads the morning press conference from the National Palace to report on the most relevant events in Mexico. Follow here the minute-by-mi…
  El Universal latam 2026-11-11T13:21:35Z
• 14 men linked to the Sinaloa Cartel detained in Chiapas; long weapons and tactical vests seized from them
  A total of 14 people allegedly linked to the Sinaloa Cartel were arrested by federal elements in Benemérito de las Américas, Chiapas. The Security Cabinet detailed that during the operations, 12 lon…
  El Universal latam 2026-11-11T13:18:55Z
• Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv leaves five injured
  Five people were injured and several fires broke out in Kharkiv as a result of Russian drone attacks on November 11.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-11-11T13:17:00Z
• EU plans Doha defence talks to strengthen security ties with Gulf countries
  EU Ambassador to Qatar Antonino Maggiore tells Euronews that Europe plans to strengthen defence cooperation with Qatar and the Gulf countries, as "every crisis brings opportunities," while also deepen…
  Euronews europe 2026-11-11T13:13:43Z
• Truck drivers' strike: Sutil supports March fuel price hike, but opposes road blockades and recalls Ricardo Lagos' decision
  Seven months after the so-called gasoline price hike, whose most immediate representation is the truckers' strike, the businessman and former president of the Confederation of Production and Commerce …
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:13:16Z
• The Pope in Devoto prison, a place of torture during the Argentine dictatorship
  Leo to the detainees: 'I know you are disappointed but a new beginning is possible'. Last day for the Pontiff in Argentina, then on his way to Peru
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T13:13:06Z
• Some 300 Italian schools evacuated due to bomb threats
  Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said in a statement that there was no indication of any 'concrete danger' to schools and said the threats appeared aimed at 'generating alarm and concern.'
  Le Monde europe 2026-11-11T13:12:41Z
• Nissan reduces petrol car production as EV sales boom in China
  Manufacturer says ‘shift to new energy vehicles is happening faster than expected’ and market is harsh The Japanese carmaker Nissan has said it has been caught out by accelerating sales of electri…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T13:11:58Z
• Apple TV will allow watching movies with a sign language interpreter
  Apple announced a new accessibility feature for the Apple TV app: the option to watch certain titles accompanied by sign language interpretation. The tool, simply called Sign Language, will be availab…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:11:06Z
• Bomb alert at over one hundred Italian schools after an anonymous email
  Loredana Teodoro (I. C. Via Volsino): "We evacuated the institute and sent the kids home"
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T13:10:30Z
• Singapore Airlines takes 44% profit hit in 1st half on soaring fuel costs
  Nikkei asia 2026-11-11T13:07:32Z
• Northern truckers' leader says historical organizations do not represent them and explains demands
  On the second day of the indefinite truckers' strike over fuel prices, Sebastián Pérez, a leader of Arica transporters and one of the spokespersons for the Confederación Fuerza del Norte, explained…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:07:22Z
• One-year-old girl hears for the first time thanks to a cochlear implant
  The surgery in Carpi on a patient born with profound bilateral congenital deafness
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T13:04:19Z
• Alberto Montt, Paulina Palacios, Raquel Riba Rossy, and José Maza head the third version of Planeta Cómic Fest
  For the third consecutive year, Grupo Planeta and the Cultural Foundation of Providencia will hold Planeta Cómic Fest, an event dedicated to comics, manga, illustration, and the graphic novel that wi…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:03:46Z
• Industry revenue rises 0.8% in September, shows CNI
  Revenue in the manufacturing industry grew 0.8% in September, but the result recovers only part of the losses recorded in the two previous months. In July, the indicator fell 2.1%, and in August it dr…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-11-11T13:02:00Z
• US could lose measles-free status soon as RFK Jr’s pushes anti-vaccine agenda
  Country is in the middle of worst measles outbreak since 1991, with more than 5,400 cases nationally The United States could lose its measles elimination status this week, an event likely to cement he…
  Guardian uk 2026-11-11T13:00:49Z
• Has Europe managed to attract researchers escaping US academia under Trump? | Euronews Tech Talks Talks
  Over the past year, Europe has tried to attract researchers who no longer feel comfortable working in the United States’ academic system under the Donald Trump administration due to budget cuts and …
  Euronews europe 2026-11-11T13:00:11Z
• Outcry after Taiwan asks mainland Chinese tourist to sign independence statement
  A mainland Chinese tourist was asked to sign a declaration recognising Taiwan as an independent state to obtain an entry permit for the island, sparking controversy over Taipei’s entry requirements.…
  SCMP asia 2026-11-11T13:00:07Z
• The 2026 midterms just ended Israel’s influence over American politics
  Standing up to AIPAC’s agenda has become more than just a policy debate. It’s already a moral litmus test in our elections in a way few issues are.
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T13:00:00Z
• MSF warns that Israeli military offensive in Gaza has devastated children's mental health in the enclave
  Israel's military offensive in Gaza has had a devastating impact on the mental health of children in the Palestinian enclave, with overwhelming levels of anxiety, sleep disorders, psychological distre…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T13:00:00Z
• Energy sector weather dependence dramatically increased in EU — expert
  Alexey Grivach noted that reduced output at hydroelectric power plants could lead to an electricity shortage
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T12:59:15Z
• Heads or tails: coin tossed to choose mayor of Peruvian district after vote tie
  A one-sol coin decided the municipal election in the district of Conima, in the province of Moho, Puno region, in the Peruvian highlands. Quispe Capajaña and Salomino Mamani Quispe, of País para Tod…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T12:57:14Z
• Jaime Luis Buitrago, mayor of Uribia, La Guajira, broke his silence after the kidnapping of his wife Nancy Gómez: 'I request the president's support'
  The local leader spoke out in favor of the seizure of the municipality's social management company. President De La Espriella commented on the case.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-11-11T12:57:04Z
• Elizalde on Rabat's minister: "There is no doubt that he has committed legal and constitutional violations"
  On Wednesday, former Interior Minister Álvaro Elizalde addressed the complex situation the country is facing with the truckers' strike, as well as the constitutional accusation against Minister Ferna…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T12:56:55Z
• Zemmour joins 2027 race vowing to expel jobless foreigners
  Far-right politician Eric Zemmour has formally entered next year’s French presidential race. He is promising a sharp cut in immigration, and the expulsion of foreigners who are out of work, even if …
  RFI europe 2026-11-11T12:55:43Z
• Colom extends slim lead over Hyde-Smith in Mississippi Senate race
  Mississippi Senate candidate Scott Colom (D) extended his slim lead by more than 3,000 votes over Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) ahead of two crucial ballot deadlines in the week after Democrats saw …
  The Hill us 2026-11-11T12:55:33Z
• Russian Foreign Minister to visit Abu Dhabi on November 12-14 to attend forum
  According to Maria Zakharova, Sergey Lavrov is expected to hold meetings with UAE officials on the sidelines of the event
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T12:54:14Z
• Kenya discharges last Ebola patient in major milestone towards virus-free status
  The country begins a 42-day countdown to being declared Ebola-free, provided no new cases are recorded.
  BBC uk 2026-11-11T12:53:11Z
• Kenya discharges last Ebola patient in major milestone towards virus-free status
  The country begins a 42-day countdown to being declared Ebola-free, provided no new cases are recorded.
  BBC uk 2026-11-11T12:53:11Z
• Transparency for democracy: Twenty years after the Claude Reyes v. Chile judgment
  This year marks two decades since a ruling that changed the way we understand transparency. In Claude Reyes and others vs. Chile, the Inter-American Court recognized access to public information as a …
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T12:51:28Z
• Public Prosecutor's Office targets businessmen linked to Refit for R$ 5.5 tax fraud
  The Rio de Janeiro Public Prosecutor's Office (MPRJ) executed 17 arrest warrants on Wednesday morning (11) against suspects involved in a tax fraud of approximately R$ 5.5 billion in the state. The ta…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-11-11T12:50:00Z
• UNICEF head Catherine Russell: 'We're all committed to the importance of children'
  More than 50 countries, 20 non-governmental and philanthropic organisations and a series of multinational companies are pledging this week to put children's rights at the heart of their policies and a…
  France 24 europe 2026-11-11T12:49:54Z
• 30 Japanese porn stars denied entry into Hong Kong, forcing adult expo’s cancellation
  A large-scale adult entertainment expo billed as Hong Kong’s first has abruptly been cancelled after nearly 30 Japanese adult-video (AV) performers were refused entry upon arrival at Hong Kong Inter…
  SCMP asia 2026-11-11T12:49:50Z
• Turkey banking regulator head resigns in fund crisis fallout
  The fund scandal erupted in mid-September when several high-profile asset managers failed to meet redemption requests.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-11-11T12:49:33Z
• Burnham promises 10-year plan before Christmas recess
  LONDON — Andy Burnham said Wednesday that the government will publish its 10-year plan before the U. K. parliament goes into recess for the Christmas break on Dec. 17. Speaking in the Commons, the p…
  Politico EU europe 2026-11-11T12:49:21Z
• 'Climate crisis is outrunning us,' UN chief Guterres says at COP31
  Guterres says the world must fight harder, accusing the fossil fuel lobby of delaying climate action at critical talks.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-11-11T12:48:21Z
• Three challenges identified for digital trade development by 2036 — X5 Vice President
  Boris Ogarkov noted that the industry needs to jointly seek solutions that will avoid stifling the development of new technologies while preventing their uncontrolled deployment
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T12:47:59Z
• Can China help the 'neither war nor peace' deadlock in Iran before the Xi-Trump summit?
  Iran has again pointed out the potential role of China in ending its “neither war nor peace” impasse with the United States and pledged concrete steps to deepen ties with Beijing ahead of an expec…
  SCMP asia 2026-11-11T12:46:55Z
• Why might Colombia be of interest to Elon Musk for installing a SpaceX base? La Guajira offers Puerto Bolívar and joins Antioquia.
  Governor Jairo Aguilar highlighted the region's geographic and logistical advantages. For now, there are no agreements with the company.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-11-11T12:45:17Z
• Venezuela Blackouts Fuel Protests as Power Grid Crisis Deepens
  Chronic blackouts concentrated in Andean states make daily life an ordeal, fueling anti-government demonstrations
  Bloomberg us 2026-11-11T12:45:15Z
• Cop31 climate conference, Lula: 'Brazil is back to defend the safeguarding of a healthy planet'
  Guterres: 'Fossil fuels must disappear like the dinosaurs'. Today and tomorrow the summit of heads of state and government. Attending are von der Leyen, Han Zheng, Lula, Burnham, and for Italy Tajani
  ANSA europe 2026-11-11T12:45:13Z
• Hong Kong bets on global police role with new academy to train 1,000 a year
  Hong Kong police aim to train 1,000 officers per year and bolster the city’s ties with overseas law enforcement agencies through a new international academy, which opened on Wednesday. Speaking at t…
  SCMP asia 2026-11-11T12:45:12Z
• Kushner announces plans to travel to Moscow with Witkoff on November 12
  Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff intend to hold meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T12:45:00Z
• Civil Defense recognizes state of emergency in 7 Southern municipalities
  The National Secretariat for Protection and Civil Defense recognized a state of emergency in seven municipalities in the Southern Region due to the rains. The ordinance, published in Wednesday's (11th…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-11-11T12:44:00Z
• ECB says Lagarde's exit will not delay the digital euro as Brussels negotiates the law
  Christine Lagarde's early departure will not delay the digital euro, a European Central Bank official stated at the Web Summit in Lisbon, citing the pilot due next year and a pledge by Brussels to agr…
  Euronews europe 2026-11-11T12:42:08Z
• The inspiring story of Zaher, the boy who lost his two legs in Sudan and received the support of his idol Vinicius Jr to play soccer again.
  Zaher spoke last year with the BBC World Service about his favorite footballer and his dream of being able to walk again and play soccer with his friends.
  BBC Mundo latam 2026-11-11T12:41:31Z
• "It's just selling smoke": Esteban Paredes' jab at Diego Rivarola after Colo Colo's title
  Colo Colo's title continues to generate reactions. The Cacique defeated Ñublense and claimed their 35th star. At La U, they view the albos' celebrations warily. To make matters worse, Diego Rivarola …
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T12:40:57Z
• Crackdown on influencers is coming: Europe says stop to hidden advertising and unfair practices
  The draft also aims to make it easier to cancel contracts and digital subscriptions and to combat unwanted automatic renewals and free trials that turn into subscription traps.
  La Repubblica europe 2026-11-11T12:40:19Z
• Quiroz says Chile is in a technical recession, but brings forward a 4% growth target
  Finance Minister Jorge Quiroz analyzed Chile's economic situation with Bloomberg, the U.S. financial analysis and news company. During the conversation, the secretary of state discussed the fact that …
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T12:39:49Z
• Sheikh Hasina’s plan for return to Bangladesh fuels fears of renewed unrest
  Former Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s plan to return from exile in India could fuel renewed unrest and test Dhaka’s ability to maintain stability and pursue national reconciliation, an…
  SCMP asia 2026-11-11T12:39:44Z
• Kimi Antonelli dyes his hair in the colors of the Italian flag, Toto Wolff is speechless
  The Formula One champion kept the promise he made after winning the World Championship and dyed his hair.
  La Repubblica europe 2026-11-11T12:38:51Z
• Mbappe misses France training before Nations League clash with Italy
  Kylian Mbappe left the pitch during France's game in September but has been playing regularly for Real Madrid.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-11-11T12:38:46Z
• The wonderful shallowness of Andy Burnham
  He makes leftwing gestures to avoid taking leftwing action. Britain should thank its stars
  ft uk 2026-11-11T12:38:42Z
• Indonesia’s Prabowo Said to Accept Resignation of Vice President
  Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has accepted the resignation of Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
  Bloomberg us 2026-11-11T12:38:18Z
• Dozens of schools evacuated in Italy after bomb threats at around 300 educational institutions
  The authorities in Italy evacuated dozens of schools across the country this Wednesday following a massive anonymous email that warned of a bomb threat at some 300 educational institutions, although i…
  La Tercera latam 2026-11-11T12:38:14Z
• Deputies approve the 2027 Expenditures Budget in general and in particular; it moves on to the Federal Executive
  The Chamber of Deputies approved, in general and in particular, the 2027 Federal Budget of Expenditures, with a total net expenditure of 10 trillion 636 thousand 488.1 million pesos, representing a 1.…
  El Universal latam 2026-11-11T12:37:51Z
• Two suspects who had been captured for the attack on the RCN facilities in Cali are being ruled out.
  Grenade attack on the RCN headquarters in Cali leaves material damage. President De La Espriella and the governor of Valle condemn the attack.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-11-11T12:37:33Z
• Over 60% of women in German military are sexually harassed, study finds
  More than half of all female Bundeswehr soldiers have already experienced sexual misconduct, a hidden-figure study shows, revealing up to five times more cases than officially reported.
  Euronews europe 2026-11-11T12:37:03Z
• 81% of Slovaks back EU membership — so why is Fico trying to rewrite the 2003 accession vote?
  Slovak prime minister Robert Fico seems confused about the reasons for Slovakia’s EU accession referendum in 2003, or perhaps he is intentionally spreading misinformation. In a recent meeting with a…
  EUobserver europe 2026-11-11T12:37:02Z
• Russian troops liberate two communities in Ukraine operation over past day — top brass
  Units of Russia's Battlegroup Center liberated the settlement of Shilovka in the DPR and servicemen of the Battlegroup East liberated the settlement of Voskresenka in the Zaporozhye Region through dec…
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T12:36:51Z
• Pier Silvio Berlusconi: "At Mediaset the doors are always open for Mentana"
  MFE-MediaforEurope's CEO met with the press at the Cologno Monzese headquarters. "Neither I nor Marina will go into politics"
  La Repubblica europe 2026-11-11T12:36:21Z
• Armenia is not participating in CSTO's work; response to follow — Kremlin
  Dmitry Peskov added that Yerevan hasn't initiated the withdrawal process
  TASS russia 2026-11-11T12:35:37Z
• Three men backed by Iran plotted to attack British air base, U. S. says
  One of the men passed messages from jail to attempt an attack on an air base in England used by U. S. forces, the Justice Department said.
  WaPo us 2026-11-11T12:35:25Z