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• The victim of the latest explosion in El Plateado, Cauca, was a 76-year-old man: "He loved his land, he raised pigs, and he sold meat in the town."
  EL TIEMPO spoke with a family member and close friends of the person who died in the explosion that occurred in the La Hacienda area, in El Plateado, Argelia.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T20:24:00Z
• Trump's China visit is being closely watched in the US for signs of stability and concrete achievements.
  US President Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to China is being closely observed by business leaders, policymakers, and Chinese-American groups who are hoping for signs that Washington and Beijing can …
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T20:23:01Z
• A femicide in the San Pedro Mártir neighborhood has shaken Cartagena, occurring on Mother's Day.
  The victim, identified as Miladis Teresa Moreno Torres, 47 years old, died at the hands of her former partner.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T20:22:43Z
• A traffic accident claimed the life of a driver in El Salvador, amidst a recent increase in road accidents.
  This Monday morning, a serious traffic accident occurred at kilometer 68 of the Pan-American Highway in El Salvador, heading towards San Vicente, resulting in one fatality and at least one person inju…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T20:22:31Z
• Donald Trump said he will discuss the sale of weapons to Taiwan and the release of Jimmy Lai during his meeting with Xi Jinping in Beijing.
  The President of the United States, Donald Trump, confirmed on Monday that he will discuss with the Chinese President, Xi Jinping, the continuation of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and the situation of Ho…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T20:21:41Z
• Netflix caught spying on children? Texas sues streaming giant for 'tracking kids without consent'
  NETFLIX-TEXAS:Netflix sued by Texas for allegedly spying on children, addicting users
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T20:17:46Z
• In Panama, 386 people have been identified who had contact with the two imported measles cases.
  The Panamanian health system has identified at least 386 people who had some form of contact with the two individuals who entered the country infected with measles. The individuals who have been conta…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T20:17:42Z
• Zelenskyy’s former chief of staff charged with corruption
  KYIV — Ukrainian state anti-corruption watchdogs have officially charged Andriy Yermak, the former head of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s office, with corruption and money laundering. “The Nati…
  Politico EU europe 2026-05-11T20:16:10Z
• France arrests Tunisian suspected of planning 'jihad-inspired' attack in Paris
  French has arrested a 27-year-old Tunisian man suspected of planning attacks "inspired by jihadism", the anti-terror prosecutor's office said on Monday. A source said he was targeting a Paris museum a…
  France 24 europe 2026-05-11T20:16:09Z
• Delcy Rodríguez received special permission from the Dutch government to travel to The Hague.
  Delcy Rodríguez, the interim governor of Venezuela and sanctioned by the European Union, landed at Amsterdam-Schiphol Airport on Sunday with a special authorization from the Dutch government. The off…
  Efecto Cocuyo latam 2026-05-11T20:15:45Z
• US EV Plans: Japanese Manufacturers Accelerate Revisions Due to Declining Demand.
  Nissan has decided to halt production of the EV2 model, which was planned for its factory in Mississippi, USA. Honda has also suspended the development and sales of the EV3 model, which was slated for…
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T20:14:21Z
• Japan space startups to train engineers from India, Philippines, Indonesia
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T20:12:05Z
• Pistorius visits Ukrainian air defense positions
  German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has visited positions of Ukraine's air defense forces.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T20:12:00Z
• Israel Prepares to Prosecute First Suspects in Oct. 7 Attack Led by Hamas
  Parliament passed a new law that paves the way for military trials for hundreds of Palestinians suspected of taking part in the 2023 attack that ignited the two-year war in Gaza.
  NYT us 2026-05-11T20:11:26Z
• The U. A. E. Has Been Secretly Carrying Out Attacks on Iran
  The strikes, responding to Iranian barrages, include an attack on Iran’s Lavan Island.
  WSJ us 2026-05-11T20:11:00Z
• Government security report: Homicides increased this week, with a total of 21 victims reported.
  This Monday, the Sub-Secretariat for Crime Prevention (SPD) released its fifth weekly report on homicides. This marks the new reporting schedule, implemented after the sub-secretary, Ana Victoria Quit…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:10:42Z
• British Prime Minister reaffirms intention to stay in office during speech at local elections, despite calls for resignation from some ruling party members.
  In the recent local elections held in the United Kingdom, the ruling Labour Party suffered significant losses in the number of seats it holds. However, Prime Minister Starmer reaffirmed his intention …
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T20:09:07Z
• The opposition has kicked off a season of censorship: Leiva (from the Socialist Party) has filed a complaint against Araya (from the Republican party) with the Security Committee.
  Less than two months before the start of this legislative period, a motion of censure has already been filed in the Security Committee of the Chamber of Deputies. The motion was presented by Deputy Ra…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:07:16Z
• Fetterman says WHCA dinner shooting "not staged" as poll shows 1 in 3 Democrats think it was.
  Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Monday criticized his own party after a statistic revealed that 1 in 3 Democrats believe the White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting was staged. "Assassi…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T20:07:14Z
• Israeli Real Estate Expo Advertising West Bank Settlements Returns to NYC
  A controversial real estate expo that advertises properties for sale in the occupied Palestinian territories is returning to New York City on Monday, less than a week after a previous event drew dueli…
  The Intercept us 2026-05-11T20:06:58Z
• Sedini criticizes Carmona's response to Kast regarding mobilizations: "The Communist Party cannot lecture anyone on democracy."
  The Secretary General of the Government, Mara Sedini, added further statements to the ongoing dispute that erupted this Monday between President José Antonio Kast and the Communist Party, following a…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:06:01Z
• Supreme Court extends pause on abortion pill restrictions through Thursday
  Abortion pills will remain available through the mail until at least Thursday after Justice Samuel Alito extended a temporary pause on a lower court ruling that would have blocked access n…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T20:05:16Z
• A judge acquitted 9 members of the Semar (Mexican Navy Secretariat) who were accused of forced disappearance; the CNDH (National Human Rights Commission) has requested that the Disciplinary Tribunal investigate the case.
  The National Human Rights Commission (CNDH) expressed its concern regarding the release of personnel from the Secretariat of the Navy (Semar) ordered by a federal judge. This decision, the CNDH states…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T20:05:06Z
• WHO recommends a 42-day quarantine for all passengers and crew members regarding the hantavirus.
  Regarding the cruise ship suspected of experiencing a cluster of cases of the Hantavirus, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the number of confirmed cases has risen to seven, following…
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T20:04:04Z
• "I am not an expert": John Cheever, the return of the "Chekhov of the suburbs" to his most iconic stories.
  Neddy Merrill is at a party in a house with a pool on a lost Sunday afternoon, in the middle of an ordinary summer. Suddenly, he has an idea: he wants to return to his house... by swimming. Yes. He di…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:03:57Z
• The armed forces reaffirmed their "absolute loyalty" to Sheinbaum; "We will continue to work alongside the institutions," they stated.
  The Secretary of National Defense (Defense), General Ricardo Trevilla Trejo, stated that the loyalty towards the presidential office, which has been forged throughout history, is strengthened day by d…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T20:02:56Z
• Citizen Dialogues | Deputy Secretary of Higher Education: "Free education (as a policy) has design flaws."
  In this fourth episode, we address the issue of free education, the CAE (State-Guaranteed Credit) program, and the fundamental problem: what's wrong with education? Is free education a design flaw? Do…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:02:07Z
• The Constitutional Court has suspended the arrest of Dayana Jassir while the Supreme Court reviews the conviction related to the crime of Eduardo Pinto Viloria.
  The Supreme Court ordered a review to determine whether Jassir's immediate arrest was necessary while his appeal is being processed.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T20:02:01Z
• Yermak declines to comment on charges until investigation is complete
  The official replied "I am Andrey Yermak. I have no other name" when asked what nickname was used in relation to him in the "Mindich audio files"
  TASS russia 2026-05-11T20:01:53Z
• GOP's Landry says Louisiana should be "unshackled" from election litigation.
  Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) said his state should be "unshackled from decades of litigation" following a significant Supreme Court decision involving Louisiana that limited the scope of a portion o…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T20:01:33Z
• Serie A: Napoli vs. Bologna ends in a 2-2 draw. Live updates and photos.
  Goals from Bernardeschi and Orsolini. Di Lorenzo pulls one back, then Allison Santos equalizes.
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T20:00:59Z
• Trump odds of voter revolt over economy hinge on Iran war impact
  President Trump’s odds of facing a midterm election revolt over the economy may hinge on whether a vulnerable U. S. job market can withstand the conflict in Iran. The April jobs report, released F…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T20:00:00Z
• Felipe Muñoz (independent, FA party) on the mega-reform: "The shift to the General Law of Urban Planning and Construction is a step backward."
  The mayor of Estación Central, Felipe Muñoz – an independent candidate close to the Frente Amplio coalition – addresses the new challenges that the mayors are presenting to the government due to…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:00:00Z
• Following the disembarkation of the MV Hondius: What will happen now to the cruise passengers who were affected by a hantavirus outbreak?
  The nightmare on the cruise ship is over. The complex operation to repatriate passengers and crew from the MV Hondius, which was affected by the hantavirus, is complete. Up to 150 people have begun fl…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:00:00Z
• A witness in the Belarusian scandal has confirmed that Lagos was aware before the ruling that benefited Belaz Movitec: "He arrived in a state of euphoria."
  On April 27th, lawyer Isaac Ramírez arrived at the offices of the Eastern Prosecutor's Office to testify as a witness before Sergeant Hector Meza of the OS7 (a specialized police unit). Ramírez was…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T20:00:00Z
• What if Adorni decided to leave?
  What if Adorni decided to leave? This isn't just a rhetorical question. It's a hypothesis that makes sense, considering what happened in the last few hours. On Friday, at the opening of the cabinet me…
  La Nacion latam 2026-05-11T19:58:40Z
• Corporación Villa Grimaldi warns of a financial crisis due to delays in the delivery of funds.
  The Parque por la Paz Villa Grimaldi Corporation views the lack of resources as an "unprecedented and deeply concerning" situation, which, they claim, is causing a financial crisis for the memorial si…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T19:58:11Z
• Are you self-employed, a micro-entrepreneur (MEI), or a registered company (CNPJ)? Find out how to file your income tax return.
  Employees with formal contracts have income tax deducted at source. But what about freelancers? The situation is different: income must be declared in different ways, depending on the payer. "If you r…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-05-11T19:57:00Z
• "Homeowner Benefit": Use your national identification number (RUT) to check if you are eligible to receive the financial assistance.
  The Protection Benefit is one of the monthly monetary benefits provided to certain families, serving as a state contribution to their income. This benefit is commonly known as the "Housewife Benefit,"…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T19:56:15Z
• Two in three Americans feel Trump has not explained Iran war goals: Poll
  The conflict has led to nearly a 50% rise in petrol prices across the US after Iran shut down a fifth of global oil trade.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T19:55:02Z
• A messy day for Starmer: is Labour ungovernable? – podcast
  Keir Starmer kicked off the day with a speech aimed at persuading MPs against launching any kind of leadership challenge. By lunchtime, Angela Rayner was speaking at the CWU conference calling for And…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T19:54:15Z
• Las Diablas are playing high-level friendly matches to prepare for the World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands.
  Following their strong performances in the Santiago 2026 Qualifiers, the Chilean women's and men's field hockey teams have already begun their preparations for the upcoming challenges. The "Diablas" (…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T19:53:29Z
• Nadella says the attempt to remove Altman from OpenAI was "amateurish."
  Microsoft's CEO explained his decision to support the head of an AI lab during a 2023 attempt to oust him, during testimony in a lawsuit filed by Elon Musk.
  ft uk 2026-05-11T19:52:19Z
• Virginia Asks US Supreme Court to Restore Democrat-Friendly Map
  Virginia asked the US Supreme Court to reinstate a new voter-approved congressional map that was designed to flip four Republican-held House seats in the November election.
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T19:51:09Z
• Russian drone hits roof of apartment building in Kharkiv
  A Russian drone has struck the roof of a multi-story residential building in the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kharkiv.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T19:51:00Z
• Lawsuit blames ChatGPT maker OpenAI for helping plan Florida university shooting
  The widow of a man killed in last year’s mass shooting at Florida State University is suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI, blaming the company’s artificial intelligence chatbot for giving advice on how to …
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T19:50:48Z
• Economic Fury Ramps Up Pressure on Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Oil Operations
  WASHINGTON—Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating 12 individuals and entities for their roles enabling the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps…
  Treasury gov 2026-05-11T19:50:16Z
• Putin said the war "is coming to a close." But that's not all he said.
  The Russian leader is walking a tightrope: he is acknowledging public discontent while offering no indication that he might abandon his demands.
  NYT us 2026-05-11T19:48:31Z
• RFK Jr.: "We're not worried" about the hantavirus spreading after the cruise ship outbreak.
  Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Monday that the U.S. has the hantavirus "under control." During a press conference in the Oval Office about mental health, a reporter …
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T19:48:18Z
• Fact-checking viral conspiracy theories about Hantavirus
  As the world saw with COVID-19, the only thing that spreads faster than a virus is misinformation, and Hantavirus is no exception. Despite only a few confirmed cases, conspiracy theories have swirled…
  France 24 europe 2026-05-11T19:48:04Z
• The government cut nearly $2.5 billion, with significant reductions in education and universities.
  Through an administrative decision, the government of Javier Milei modified the 2026 budget, implementing cuts of nearly 2.5 trillion pesos, which included significant reductions in funding for educat…
  La Nacion latam 2026-05-11T19:47:58Z
• A dry and cold climate prevails in the central part of the country; see the weather forecast.
  A cold air mass will bring temperatures down, especially in the central region of the country, until mid-week. The weather is expected to be dry with a large temperature range, as thermometers will re…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-05-11T19:47:00Z
• Navy Plans to Buy 15 Costly Trump-Class Battleships by 2055
  The US Navy said it plans to buy at least 15 new battleships endorsed by President Donald Trump over the next 30 years, according to its new shipbuilding plan, marking a deeper commitment than previou…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T19:46:08Z
• Middle East: A wall against a wall – the US and Iran are locked in a standoff, with a fragile truce hanging by a thread.
  Trump: "A ceasefire would be weak, but an agreement is possible." Tehran revives the Chinese plan.
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T19:45:08Z
• Lebanon urges US ambassador to push Israel to halt bombardments
  Lebanon urges US ambassador to push Israel to halt bombardments
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T19:41:48Z
• Trump warns Mideast truce on 'life support', Iran says ready for any aggression
  Trump warns Mideast truce on 'life support', Iran says ready for any aggression
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T19:41:48Z
• The Guatemalan government announces a call for applications for the 2026 Civic Service program.
  The government of Guatemala officially launched the call for applications for the 2026 Civic Service program this Monday. This program is aimed at young people aged 18 to 24 who wish to voluntarily pa…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T19:41:38Z
• Víctor Quero: Killed by the Perpetrator State Chavismo Built
  Venezuelan history is also the story of the long and difficult construction of a welfare state. Chavismo interrupted this process to subjugate us with its opposite
  Caracas Chronicles latam 2026-05-11T19:41:11Z
• Savannah Guthrie to host NBC's new ‘Wordle’ game show: Here's everything you need to know about it
  Savannah Guthrie to host new Wordle game show produced by Jimmy Fallon, after its success as a digital product by The New York Times.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T19:40:57Z
• Honduras: The reward for information leading to the capture of the leader of the "Devil's Cartel" has been increased to 500,000 lempiras following intense police operations.
  The Honduran National Police announced an increase in the reward offered for information leading to the location and capture of Esteban Gumercindo Ferrera Rodas, known by the alias "El Diablo," who au…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T19:39:07Z
• Embraer partners with an Indian metalworking company.
  Embraer announced on Monday (11th) a partnership with the Indian metalworking company Bharat Forge Limited (BFL), which will now be part of its global network of suppliers for forged raw materials. Fo…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-05-11T19:38:00Z
• The cost of the basic food basket increased in all state capitals in April.
  For the second consecutive month, the cost of the basic food basket increased in all Brazilian state capitals and in the Federal District in April. The largest increases were recorded in Porto Velho, …
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-05-11T19:38:00Z
• Magic Johnson endorses Karen Bass in LA mayoral race
  Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson on Sunday endorsed the city’s Democratic mayor, Karen Bass, for a second term in office.  In a video Bass shared to the social platform X, Johnson said that …
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T19:37:52Z
• Water crisis in Cartagena: Dumek Turbay calls for an urgent meeting with Acuacar following the announcement of water rationing; he says he is willing to take over the company.
  Due to prolonged power outages and protests, Aguas de Cartagena announced rationing measures in several areas.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T19:37:20Z
• The PAN (National Action Party) is calling for impeachment proceedings against Rocha Moya; Romero warns that "we will exhaust all legal avenues."
  The PAN (National Action Party) will request an impeachment trial against Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, due to accusations from the United States government regarding alleged ties to drug trafficking. I…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T19:36:40Z
• The far-right's campaign against the CNC (National Centre for Cinema and the Moving Image) is causing concern within the French film industry.
  The far-right's campaign against the CNC is worrying for French cinema. French filmmakers fear that a victory for the Rassemblement national in the presidential election could lead to radical changes …
  Politico EU europe 2026-05-11T19:36:07Z
• President Bukele defends the political rights of the Salvadoran diaspora.
  The recent initiative spearheaded by Nayib Bukele has sparked a heated debate in Salvadoran politics: the constitutional reform that establishes a special electoral district for the Salvadoran diaspor…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T19:35:58Z
• Who is Jose Romero? A Texas man provided a disturbing explanation for fatally shooting his wife; "my back pain..."
  A man named Jose Romero from Texas has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting and killing his wife inside their home.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T19:35:53Z
• Israeli soldiers will spend time in prison for desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon
  A photo that an Israeli soldier had taken of another soldier sticking a cigarette in the mouth of the statue went viral and sparked widespread outrage. The soldier who posed with the statue will get 2…
  Le Monde europe 2026-05-11T19:35:12Z
• Will he go to the World Cup? Carlo Ancelotti fuels Neymar's hopes and includes him in Brazil's preliminary squad.
  Neymar is a major question mark for Brazil's squad for the World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This isn't due to his technical abilities, which are now undeniable. …
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T19:34:56Z
• Macron interrupted a speech in Nairobi to demand silence from young people in the audience.
  NAIROBI.- French President Emmanuel Macron interrupted the speech of one of the speakers during the Africa Forward summit in Nairobi on Monday, asking the audience to be quiet due to the conversations…
  La Nacion latam 2026-05-11T19:34:50Z
• As Hungary's new Prime Minister, Magyar has already begun searching for protégés of Orban.
  On Saturday, Peter Magyar, who had just been appointed Prime Minister of Hungary, immediately addressed the country's president, reiterating his demand for the president to resign. This action is the …
  France 24 europe 2026-05-11T19:34:36Z
• The Ministry of Foreign Relations (SRE) celebrates progress in the global agreement between Mexico and the European Union; Foreign Minister Velasco highlights the "strategic partnership."
  The Secretariat of Foreign Affairs (SRE) celebrated the authorization granted by the Council of the European Union for the signing of the Modernized Global Agreement and the Provisional Trade Agreemen…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T19:34:20Z
• The MC party proposes reforming the law regarding enforced disappearances; it calls for establishing that the search process should be "immediate" and without any prior deadlines.
  The deputies Ivonne Ortega Pacheco and Anallely Muñoz Moreno, from the MC party, proposed reforms to the General Law on Forced Disappearance of Persons, Disappearance Committed by Private Individuals…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T19:31:38Z
• Mother's Day in Antioquia: Homicides dropped by 80% on a day of contrasts.
  Despite the decrease in violent deaths, authorities in the department of Antioquia responded to more than 3,000 emergency calls related to fights and domestic violence.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T19:29:45Z
• Russian drones strike industrial facility in Sumy region
  In the evening, Russian drones attacked an industrial facility in the Vorozhba community of the Sumy region.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T19:29:00Z
• Cost of Trump’s reflecting pool repairs balloon by $11.3 million, to $13.1M
  The cost of President Trump’s repairs to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool have swelled by $11.3 million months after he first announced the project, which is intended to coincide with celebratio…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T19:28:58Z
• After a long and complex negotiation: details of Lucas Assadi's new contract with the club.
  Lucas Assadi has renewed his contract with Universidad de Chile. After a long and complex negotiation, the player from Puente Alto has extended his contract with Azul Azul until December 2028. The agr…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T19:28:43Z
• Hantavirus: The Hondius ship is docked in the Netherlands. Ministry: "6-week quarantine." Two Italians are in isolation.
  A French citizen and an American citizen, who were on board the Hondius, have tested positive. The Italian Ministry of Health stated: "The risk remains low."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T19:28:24Z
• Gorka: Trump hasn't met the Iran timeline because the US is "too effective."
  Sebastian Gorka claimed the Trump administration had been "too effective" in its war in Iran, explaining why the conflict has lasted longer than President Trump's initial prediction of four to five we…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T19:28:05Z