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• The government has sent 45 new nominations for judges and prosecutors to the Senate to negotiate with the opposition, which favors dialogue.
  The government has sent the credentials of 45 new national and federal judges and prosecutors to the Senate, many of whom come from within the country. The government hopes that the opposition, willin…
  La Nacion latam 2026-05-11T22:38:28Z
• A U.S. Attorney appointed by Trump's professional misconduct must be kept "private and confidential."
  An ethics watchdog found that a former U.S. attorney appointed by the Trump administration committed professional misconduct in response to allegations that included retaliating against a newspaper fo…
  The Intercept us 2026-05-11T22:37:12Z
• Trump warned that the truce with Iran is on the verge of collapse and promised a "total victory."
  WASHINGTON.- Negotiations between the United States and Iran, aimed at reaching an agreement to end the war in the Middle East, stalled further this Monday and appeared to reach a dead end, after Pres…
  La Nacion latam 2026-05-11T22:37:01Z
• Panama is seeking to establish that companies operating under its jurisdiction must maintain a real presence in the country.
  The first debate on Bill 641, which amends and adds articles to the Tax Code regarding income tax and establishes economic substance requirements to determine passive income from foreign sources, bega…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T22:36:02Z
• Costa Rica: Claudia Dobles sent a letter to Laura Fernández after her inauguration and offered to engage in political dialogue.
  Amidst the beginning of the new government led by Laura Fernández Delgado, the congresswoman Claudia Dobles Camargo sent an official letter to the newly inaugurated leader, combining a conciliatory t…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T22:32:00Z
• EU puts sanctions on Israeli settlers after Hungary drops Orban’s veto
  The measures will target Israeli settlers and organizations and Hamas members, the bloc’s chief diplomat said.
  WaPo us 2026-05-11T22:31:29Z
• Sauron and the forging of the One Ring: The third season of "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" has been confirmed.
  One of the most ambitious projects in streaming is preparing for its return. Following the conclusion of its second season in October 2024, "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" will be back lat…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T22:30:03Z
• The Arévalo administration is launching a soft loan program for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the basic goods sector.
  The government of Guatemala has activated a fund of fifty million quetzales intended to provide low-interest loans to cooperatives and microfinance organizations. The clear objective is to mitigate th…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T22:29:17Z
• Jorge Triaca commented on the PRO party's statement criticizing the government: "Society is making the sacrifices that government officials are not."
  In an interview with Jorge Triaca, a prominent figure in the PRO party and former Minister of Labor, the leader analyzed a statement that outlines the position of the political space led by Mauricio M…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T22:27:13Z
• No 'Magic Bullet' in Iran War: Rudman
  Mara Rudman, Professor at the University of Virginia's Miller Center and former Deputy Envoy for Middle East Peace at the US State Department, says there is likely no "near-term" diplomatic solution w…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T22:24:54Z
• The EU has agreed to impose new sanctions on entities, including groups of Jewish settlers, in the West Bank.
  The European Union held a foreign ministers' meeting and agreed to impose new sanctions on seven organizations and individuals in response to a series of incidents of violence by extremist Jewish sett…
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T22:22:27Z
• A new wave of gang violence in Haiti has displaced hundreds of people.
  A new wave of gang violence in Haiti has forced hundreds of people to flee, and on Monday, they were scattered along a road leading to the country's main airport. Monique Verdieux, 56, fled towards th…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T22:21:54Z
• Supreme Court lifts block on Alabama Republicans’ map
  The Supreme Court on Monday wiped out a decision blocking Alabama Republicans’ congressional map, potentially allowing it to be used for the midterms in the wake of the justices’ recent blockbus…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T22:21:20Z
• Iran war: Trump says ceasefire 'on life support'
  After rejecting Tehran's response to the US peace proposal, President Donald Trump warned that the ceasefire in the war with Iran was "on life support." Follow DW for the latest.
  DW europe 2026-05-11T22:21:00Z
• Byron Allen taking over BuzzFeed
  Byron Allen is expected to head BuzzFeed as the company’s new CEO, according to a Monday company release.  Allen will replace Founder and CEO Jonah Peretti, who will transition into the role of pre…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T22:19:22Z
• The International Monetary Fund concludes its review: Honduras is one step closer to securing $245 million in funding.
  The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced this Monday that its technical team and Honduran authorities have reached a technical agreement to complete the fourth and fifth reviews of the economic…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T22:17:19Z
• Kicillof shakes up the Buenos Aires branch of the Peronist party: he called for a university march and will launch training courses.
  "I also want to invite you to join in defending public universities next Tuesday," concluded the Governor of the province of Buenos Aires, Axel Kicillof, during the presentation of his book "From Smit…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T22:12:43Z
• California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton mocked for misidentifying a 'street taco'.
  The British political strategist drew swift criticism in a state where tacos are practically the official dish. Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email. Polls have shown that California vote…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T22:12:36Z
• Japan's NEC seeks edge in undersea cable with high-capacity fiber
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T22:12:05Z
• Why Mitsubishi Electric won't follow Hitachi by selling appliance arm
  Nikkei asia 2026-05-11T22:12:05Z
• Economy: The biggest risk is doing nothing.
  We spoke with Rodrigo Vergara, former president of the Central Bank, who stated that the foundations of the government's National Reconstruction project are sound. From his perspective, he acknowledge…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T22:11:10Z
• Ukrainian children held in Russia: militarized, 'reeducated'
  A Ukrainian initiative to repatriate abducted Ukrainian children reports that at least 20,000 girls and boys are being held by Russian families and authorities. Can these children ever find their way …
  DW europe 2026-05-11T22:07:00Z
• In photos: This is how the old railway station in Armenia was dismantled; they stole the grilles, doors, and even parts from abandoned vehicles.
  The property, declared a national heritage site, remains the subject of legal dispute, while citizens report environmental damage and institutional neglect.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T22:05:00Z
• War in Iran: WSJ reports that "The United Arab Emirates have conducted secret attacks against Tehran." Trump: "A weak ceasefire is unlikely to hold."
  Trump: "Tehran will surrender. I am considering reinstating Operation Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz." The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps: "The White House's reaction is of no importance."…
  La Repubblica europe 2026-05-11T22:03:30Z
• Check the payment status of the Universal Guaranteed Pension for May using your RUT (Chilean identification number).
  Each month, the payment for the Universal Guaranteed Pension (PGU) is distributed, an initiative aimed at senior citizens who have applied for the benefit and meet the requirements. Currently, the amo…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T22:03:23Z
• Labour MPs are calling for Starmer's resignation, while the Prime Minister insists that his departure would "plunge" the United Kingdom into chaos.
  In the past few hours, around thirty Labour MPs have joined the calls for the resignation of the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, following the party's disastrous performance in the local electio…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T22:02:44Z
• Dissidents launch explosives against the military in the San Antonio area of Jamundí: one soldier was injured, but the security forces have already shot down two drones.
  The Public Force has managed to shoot down two drones, and the Army's aviation units are now providing support for the operations.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T22:01:46Z
• "A consistent pattern of lying": Musk v OpenAI trial exposes what insiders think of Sam Altman.
  The trial has revealed even more details about OpenAI's turbulent corporate history than previously documented. OpenAI, despite its name, is typically extremely secretive about its operations. It cul…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T22:01:44Z
• Hantavirus outbreak: Who is most at risk of catching the deadly virus?
  While hantavirus respiratory infections may still be rare in the U. S., they can be incredibly deadly.
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T22:01:30Z
• (EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on May 12)
  The rally in Korean equities has become nothing short of breathtaking. The Kospi...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T22:01:06Z
• Strait 'Only Lever' on Gas Prices: Kloza
  Tom Kloza, Chief Energy Advisor at Gulf Oil, says reopening the Strait of Hormuz is "the only lever you can pull that has a major impact" on fuel prices, warning gasoline could reach $5 a gallon or hi…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T22:00:55Z
• (EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on May 12)
  On Sunday, the government announced that HMM Namu, a Panama-flagged bulk carrier...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T22:00:52Z
• (EDITORIAL from The Korea Herald on May 12)
  The South Korean government said Sunday that the explosion and fire aboard the N...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T22:00:36Z
• Will Iran participate in the FIFA World Cup? The delicate balance between FIFA and the United States is crucial to ensuring their participation.
  The Iranian Football Federation has stated that it will attend the event, but has set conditions to ensure the safety and integrity of its delegation.
  BBC Mundo latam 2026-05-11T22:00:24Z
• Will Iran participate in the FIFA World Cup? The delicate balance between FIFA and the United States is crucial to ensuring their participation.
  The Iranian Football Federation has stated that it will attend the event, but has set conditions to ensure the safety and integrity of its delegation.
  BBC Mundo latam 2026-05-11T22:00:24Z
• China’s AI ascent leaves Trump a stark choice: escalate or relax chip controls?
  US President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to China comes as the US-Iran war disrupts global energy supplies, fuels economic uncertainty and adds fresh strain to Washington-Beijing ties. In this sto…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T22:00:12Z
• Sarah Wynn-Williams and Virginia Giuffre jointly win freedom to publish prize at British book awards
  In a rare public appearance, Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams warned of ‘networks of powerful elites’ using wealth and influence to silence dissenting voices Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Wi…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T22:00:06Z
• Under scrutiny for lethargic performances, S. Korea gunning for knockout berth at World Cup
  SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- With the countdown to the FIFA World Cup having reache...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T22:00:03Z
• US Colleges Report 20% Drop in Foreign Students Over Visa Clampdown
  The number of new foreign undergraduate students at US colleges dropped by an average of 20% this spring from a year earlier, according to a study by a coalition of education groups, the latest sign t…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T22:00:00Z
• Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
  SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Kor...
  Yonhap asia 2026-05-11T21:58:29Z
• The Nasdaq and S&P 500 stock indices reached new record highs. "NACHO" is also popular in the market.
  On November 11th, the New York stock market saw buying orders primarily for semiconductor-related stocks, leading to record highs for the Nasdaq stock index, which has a high proportion of technology …
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T21:57:15Z
• US Treasury Department tells banks to flag suspected Iranian money-laundering networks
  The Treasury Department wants US banks and other financial institutions to monitor for suspected Iranian money-laundering networks that use their funds to smuggle sanctioned oil through shell companie…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T21:56:25Z
• The stock market fell by 1.19%, while the dollar closed stable amid tensions in the Middle East.
  The dollar closed virtually unchanged, and the Brazilian stock market ended lower on Monday (11th), in a trading session marked by investor caution due to the escalating tensions between the United St…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-05-11T21:56:00Z
• Loreto Maturana defended herself with a letter addressed to the Senate's Health Committee following her controversial departure from the San Antonio Hospital.
  The Claudio Vicuña Hospital in San Antonio has not had an easy few weeks. Accustomed to a quiet environment, this hospital has been under intense scrutiny in 2026. And this Monday, the situation esca…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T21:55:22Z
• An hour-long meeting between Meloni and Giuli.
  Following the dismissal of the staff, there appears to be a renewed sense of unity. Sources close to the Chigi palace state: "Support for the minister."
  ANSA europe 2026-05-11T21:54:29Z
• Alito extends temporary order allowing mail distribution of abortion pill
  The justices are weighing whether to uphold an appeals court decision that means patients would need to pick up the pill in person.
  WaPo us 2026-05-11T21:53:38Z
• Tomás Barrios made his debut with a hard-fought victory at the Oeiras Challenger tournament.
  Tomás Barrios (ranked 134th) is looking to regain momentum in the final leg of his European clay court tour. After failing to qualify for the last round of the Masters 1000 tournament in Rome, the Ch…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T21:51:45Z
• Is Russia the Main Beneficiary of Trump’s Iran Mistake?
  The Kremlin is gaining billions in additional oil revenue.
  Foreign Policy us 2026-05-11T21:51:10Z
• Study reveals the evolution of illegal mining and new exploitation tactics.
  In the Munduruku indigenous lands in Pará, miners are replacing large machinery with smaller, less powerful equipment. This change occurs after an increase in actions to remove invaders from Indigeno…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-05-11T21:51:00Z
• Parque Arauco has chosen Colbún's renewable energy sources to advance its decarbonization plan and sustainable operations.
  As a sign of how sustainability is integrated as a long-term strategic decision, Parque Arauco announced the signing of a commercial agreement with Colbún for the supply of 100% renewable energy over…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T21:49:14Z
• Trump heads to China with Musk, Cook and top CEOs for Xi talks
  US President Donald Trump is expected to be accompanied by more than a dozen business leaders, including Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk and Tim Cook of Apple, during his trip to China this week. The …
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T21:49:13Z
• Researchers reveal how flowering plants survived the asteroid impact that led to the extinction of the dinosaurs.
  Sixty-six million years ago, an asteroid the size of Mount Everest struck the Earth, "erasing" all non-avian dinosaurs from the map. However, plants managed to survive. Scientists have now discovered …
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T21:48:23Z
• FirstFT: Donald Trump to press Xi Jinping on China’s support for Iran at summit
  Also in today’s newsletter: Modi calls on Indians to tighten belts, and Shein accuses Temu of ‘industrial-scale’ copyright violations
  ft uk 2026-05-11T21:48:23Z
• Trump nominates new US ambassadors to Slovakia, Jamaica
  President Donald Trump has nominated Kari Lake and Doug Mastriano — two allies who waged failed bids for governor in battleground states — to diplomatic posts. The White House announced Monday tha…
  Politico EU europe 2026-05-11T21:47:41Z
• Loveland CO fire: Map, evacuation updates as blaze burns near Sedona Hills
  A mandatory evacuation has been issued for the Sedona Hills neighborhood, northeast of Carter Lake.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-05-11T21:46:38Z
• The government is on high alert in anticipation of the student march and has described it as "completely political."
  Ahead of the upcoming National University March, scheduled for this Tuesday at 5:00 PM with the Plaza de Mayo as its central location, the Minister of Human Capital, Sandra Pettovello, and the Secreta…
  La Nacion latam 2026-05-11T21:46:02Z
• South African president says he will not step down after impeachment call
  President Cyril Ramaphosa said he would not resign on Monday evening after days of speculation.
  BBC uk 2026-05-11T21:44:20Z
• Sedini responds to the Communist Party's call for mobilization: "They cannot lecture anyone on democracy."
  At a press conference held at the presidential palace, Mara Sedini addressed statements made by Deputy Lorena Pizarro (PC), who called on citizens to "organize" and "mobilize" to exert pressure regard…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T21:44:04Z
• Opinion | Iran Thinks Trump Is Bluffing
  The regime figures it can outlast the U. S. on the Strait and uranium.
  WSJ us 2026-05-11T21:43:00Z
• Bachelet met with Lula in Brazil to strengthen her candidacy for the UN.
  Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet met with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Palácio do Planalto in Brasília on Monday, as part of her efforts in connection with her can…
  La Tercera latam 2026-05-11T21:41:45Z
• Trump’s Gas Tax Holiday Would Cost $3.5 Billion a Month
  A federal gasoline tax holiday as proposed by President Donald Trump would result in billions of dollars in lost tax revenue each month, independent budget analysts say.
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T21:41:05Z
• An international conference was held regarding Ukrainian children who have been taken to Russia.
  An international conference was held in Belgium on November 11th to discuss the issue of Ukrainian children who have been taken to Russia. During the conference, participating countries reaffirmed the…
  NHK asia 2026-05-11T21:40:21Z
• Taiwan 'Not a Bargaining Chip:' Rep. Tokuda
  Representative Jill Tokuda (D-HI), a member of the House Armed Services Committee and House China Select Committee, warns Taiwan "must not be a bargaining chip" during President Donald Trump's talks w…
  Bloomberg us 2026-05-11T21:40:19Z
• A watchdog group has requested that the Transportation Inspector General investigate Duffy's "road trip" with his family.
  A watchdog group on Monday requested that the Department of Transportation (DOT) Inspector General investigate Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's involvement in the reality series "The Great Americ…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T21:39:50Z
• Florida police sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, claiming film details are too real
  Two South Florida police officers claim Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s recent action thriller The Rip used too many real-life details in its fictionalised narrative, causing harm to the officers’ pe…
  SCMP asia 2026-05-11T21:39:23Z
• Trump renominates Cameron Hamilton to lead disaster response agency Fema
  Hamilton was fired as acting administrator last year after he opposed plans to abolish the agency at a House hearing Donald Trump has once again nominated Cameron Hamilton to lead the Federal Emergenc…
  Guardian uk 2026-05-11T21:38:18Z
• New information has emerged regarding the murder of Mateo Pérez Rueda, a journalist killed by a group known as "front 36" within the dissident faction formerly led by alias Calarcá. The victim's father has spoken out.
  On May 8th, a human rights commission received the body of the journalist. Here's what is known about the circumstances surrounding the crime.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T21:38:03Z
• 10 meters per year and no visitors: that's the Amundsen-Scott base, the most extreme scientific station on the planet.
  At the southernmost point on the planet stands the Amundsen-Scott Base, a permanent scientific facility that defies the Earth's harsh conditions. Located precisely at the South Pole, on the vast Antar…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T21:37:32Z
• Retired and pensioned educators are protesting to demand that they be included in the payment of professional responsibility bonuses.
  Retired and pensioned teachers from the Ministry of Education gathered this Monday in front of the state agency's headquarters in Caracas, demanding to be included in the payment of the "Professional …
  Efecto Cocuyo latam 2026-05-11T21:37:27Z
• Former Hostage Calls on All of Israel’s Government to Resign
  Rom Braslavski, who said he had endured starvation, torture and sexual abuse during two-year captivity, demanded that members “take responsibility and get out of our lives.”
  NYT us 2026-05-11T21:37:13Z
• Hegseth’s latest attack on Kelly underlines alarm over US weapons stockpiles
  Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s latest attack against Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) is underscoring the alarm over the state of the U. S. military’s weapons stockpiles more than two months into the…
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T21:36:05Z
• Russia leads diesel sales to Brazil during the war in Iran.
  Brazil has significantly increased its diesel purchases from Russia since the beginning of the war in the Middle East, following the suspension of imports from the region. Data from the Comex Stat sys…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-05-11T21:36:00Z
• The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) warns of the complicity of authorities with organized crime in cases of disappearances; it reports more than 128,000 missing persons.
  When presenting the report "Enforced Disappearances in Mexico," the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) warned that while enforced disappearances are no longer actively promoted by the s…
  El Universal latam 2026-05-11T21:33:40Z
• The European Union approved sanctions against Israeli settlers, and Netanyahu accused the bloc of "moral bankruptcy."
  The European Union approved new sanctions on Monday against Israeli settlers accused of participating in acts of violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. This decision prompted an immediate rea…
  Infobae latam 2026-05-11T21:33:15Z
• Victory Day ceasefire expires
  All Russian servicemen in the special military operation zone strictly observed the ceasefire
  TASS russia 2026-05-11T21:32:59Z
• Agreements between the Amso (a regional organization), the cities of Cali, Puerto Tejada, and Jamundí: announce investment in police substations in Robles and Potrerito, which were recently attacked.
  The first security council meeting for the Southwestern Metropolitan Area (Amso) was held in Jamundí, in the southern part of the Valle del Cauca region.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-05-11T21:32:29Z
• Customs officers in Zakarpattia confiscate antique postcards featuring portraits of Hitler from Kyiv resident
  Zakarpattia customs officials seized five postcards from the 1930s depicting Adolf Hitler from a woman from Kyiv who was traveling by train to Prague.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-05-11T21:32:00Z
• Netflix sued by Texas AG for alleged surveillance, addictive features
  Texas sued Netflix on Monday for allegedly tracking, collecting and profiting from data produced by children and other customers without their knowledge. Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the streamin…
  Politico EU europe 2026-05-11T21:31:34Z
• Trump nominates Kari Lake as US ambassador to Jamaica
  President Trump on Monday nominated Kari Lake to serve as the US ambassador to Jamaica following her tumultuous tenure at the helm of the U. S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM).  Lake’s appointment …
  The Hill us 2026-05-11T21:30:26Z
• Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado talks about her plans to return to Venezuela
  NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.
  NPR us 2026-05-11T21:30:25Z