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Clinical Research in Latin America Sees Regulatory Streamlining, Attracting Global Sponsors

Clinical Research in Latin America Sees Regulatory Streamlining, Attracting Global Sponsors

Clinical Research in Latin America Sees Regulatory Streamlining, Attracting Global Sponsors

Yen jumps, oil pumps

Yen jumps, oil pumps

By Jamie McGeever ORLANDO, Florida, Sept 2 (Reuters) - The Japanese yen leaped against the dollar on Wednesday, its biggest rise since joint U.S.-Japanese intervention a month ago, while U.S.

Lula adopts cautious Brazil election campaign, sources say

Lula adopts cautious Brazil election campaign, sources say

By Lisandra Paraguassu BRASILIA, Sep 3 (Reuters) - Weeks before Brazil's October election, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is running one of the country's most cautious presidential campaigns in years as he tries to protect a razor-thin lead in the polls against right-wing Senator Flavio

Resistance to Bolivia IMF deal grows as groups meet over fuel crisis

Resistance to Bolivia IMF deal grows as groups meet over fuel crisis

LA PAZ, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Opposition to Bolivia's $1.9 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) program is gaining traction as civic groups, unions and business leaders increasingly link fuel shortages and diesel subsidy cuts to reforms they believe are tied to the financing agreement.

Messi to get mid-game tribute by soccer teams across Argentina after international retirement

Messi to get mid-game tribute by soccer teams across Argentina after international retirement

Soccer teams across Argentina will pay tribute to Lionel Messi with a mid-game minute of applause during their next match following his decision to retire from international duty

Did Churros Come From China? Inside the Surprising Origin Theory

Did Churros Come From China? Inside the Surprising Origin Theory

The churro, a fried dough pastry enjoyed across many cultures, boasts a history that is surprisingly long and complex. While its exact origins rema...

'Aura farming' trend inspired by video games is sweeping Latin America

'Aura farming' trend inspired by video games is sweeping Latin America

Young people across Latin America are gathering on beaches, parks and other public spaces to take part in "aura battles," a trend that has moved from the internet to the real world

Argentine President Javier Milei Advocates for Formula 1 Return to Argentina

Argentine President Javier Milei Advocates for Formula 1 Return to Argentina

Argentine President Javier Milei Advocates for Formula 1 Return to Argentina

Mercado Pago unfazed by Brazil consumer debt worries as it expands credit card business

Mercado Pago unfazed by Brazil consumer debt worries as it expands credit card business

By Marcela Ayres BRASILIA, Sept 1 (Reuters) - Mercado Pago, the fintech arm of Latin American e-commerce giant MercadoLibre, said it remains comfortable expanding its credit card business despite the Brazilian central bank's growing concern over rising household indebtedness.

Brazil's economic growth slows in Q2 but beats forecasts

Brazil's economic growth slows in Q2 but beats forecasts

SAO PAULO, Sept 1 (Reuters) - Brazil's economic growth slowed in the second quarter as elevated borrowing costs continued to weigh on activity, though the expansion was slightly stronger than expected thanks to a robust performance from the farm sector.

Transfer deadline day: Man City signs Enzo Fernandez for $169M as English clubs spend record $4.6B

Transfer deadline day: Man City signs Enzo Fernandez for $169M as English clubs spend record $4.6B

A record-breaking spending spree by English soccer clubs has reached its climax with Manchester City signing midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for 125 million pounds ($169 million)