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Outcome of Peruvian presidential election unknown after voting stretches into a second day

Outcome of Peruvian presidential election unknown after voting stretches into a second day

Peruvians still don't know the outcome of Sunday's presidential election after a ballot delivery issue forced authorities to extend voting by a day
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Peru's Election Extended Due to Ballot Delivery Failures

Peru's Election Extended Due to Ballot Delivery Failures

Peru's general election has been extended into a second day after logistical issues prevented the delivery of ballots to several voting centers. This extension affects over 52,000 voters in Lima and those registered in Orlando, Florida, and Paterson, New Jersey. The election, which features 35 candidates vying for the presidency, comes amid widespread dissatisfaction with the current political climate, marked by rising crime and corruption. Voters are also electing members of a newly reformed bicameral Congress, which holds significant legislative power.
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Cybersecurity Governance in Latin America Explored in New Book

Cybersecurity Governance in Latin America Explored in New Book

Dr. Carlos Solar's book, 'Cybersecurity Governance in Latin America,' examines the cybersecurity landscape across emerging democracies in the Western Hemisphere. The book focuses on Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, and Venezuela, exploring how these countries are enhancing their diplomatic and security priorities amidst less US dominance. Solar highlights the militarization of cyber capabilities and the strategic conditions that allow these countries to advance their security agendas. The book also discusses the role of cybersecurity in economic and national security affairs, emphasizing the importance of cyber diplomacy and defense partnerships.
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Aclara Confirms Viability of 18-Year Rare Earth Production at Carina Project

Aclara Confirms Viability of 18-Year Rare Earth Production at Carina Project

Aclara Confirms Viability of 18-Year Rare Earth Production at Carina Project
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Peru election results delayed after thousands get a one-day voting extension

Peru election results delayed after thousands get a one-day voting extension

Logistical issues have forced a delay in deciding Peru's election
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Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war

Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war

Midwest soybean farmers are facing an array of compounding issues
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Paramount+ Launches 'Meet The Fishers' Reality Series Featuring Viral Sensation Big John

Paramount+ Launches 'Meet The Fishers' Reality Series Featuring Viral Sensation Big John

Paramount+ Launches 'Meet The Fishers' Reality Series Featuring Viral Sensation Big John
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots from power dams to ice cream, courting consumers

Chinese investment in Brazil pivots from power dams to ice cream, courting consumers

By Luciana Magalhaes SAO PAULO, April 11 (Reuters) - For Chinese ice cream and beverage chain Mixue, which already has more stores than Starbucks or McDonald's, a cheerful snowman mascot on Sao Paulo's most famous avenue signals a new phase of its global expansion.
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Judge told to reconsider national security implications of halting Trump's White House ballroom

Judge told to reconsider national security implications of halting Trump's White House ballroom

A federal judge has been instructed to reconsider the possible national security implications of halting construction of President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom
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US DHS calls furloughed staff back to work despite shutdown

US DHS calls furloughed staff back to work despite shutdown

By Jasper Ward and Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, April 10 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has told all furloughed employees to return to work despite the ongoing partial government shutdown, according to a notice sent to employees on Friday.
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SP-Arte Highlights Latin America's Resilient Art Market Amid Global Recalibration

SP-Arte Highlights Latin America's Resilient Art Market Amid Global Recalibration

The 22nd edition of SP-Arte, Brazil's largest art fair, is taking place at São Paulo's Ibirapuera Park, showcasing over 180 galleries and cultural institutions. The event underscores the resilience of the Latin American art market, which has reported strong sales despite global economic and political challenges. According to the Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report, Brazilian galleries saw a 21% increase in sales year-on-year. The fair emphasizes Brazilian identity, with most works by Brazilian artists, attracting international attention from museum curators and collectors.
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Brazilian Indigenous Groups Demand Land Rights at Annual Rally

Brazilian Indigenous Groups Demand Land Rights at Annual Rally

Indigenous people from across Brazil have gathered in the capital, Brasilia, for the annual Free Land Encampment rally. This event, known locally as 'Acampamento Terra Livre,' is Brazil's largest annual Indigenous mobilization, focusing on land rights and environmental protection. The rally is a platform for Indigenous communities to demand that the government fulfill longstanding promises, such as the demarcation of Indigenous territories. During the event, protesters set fire to skull sculptures representing lawmakers as a form of protest against Congress. The rally also included marches and participation in Supreme Court sessions, where justices discussed cases impacting Indigenous lands, such as the potential reduction of Jamanxim National Park. The event highlights the ongoing struggle of Indigenous communities in Brazil to secure their land rights and protect their environment.