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The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years is to land in Caracas

The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years is to land in Caracas

The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela is scheduled to land in Caracas, the Venezuelan capital
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Eni and Venezuela Sign Agreement to Restart Oil Operations at Junin-5

Eni and Venezuela Sign Agreement to Restart Oil Operations at Junin-5

Eni and Venezuela Sign Agreement to Restart Oil Operations at Junin-5
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Venezuela's Rodriguez says monthly minimum income will rise to $240

Venezuela's Rodriguez says monthly minimum income will rise to $240

By Deisy Buitrago and Mayela Armas CARACAS, April 30 (Reuters) - Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriguez said on Thursday the monthly minimum income would rise to $240, while pensions would increase to $70, amid protests by some employees demanding higher salaries to grapple with triple-digit
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Repsol is in no rush to list upstream unit in US, CEO says

Repsol is in no rush to list upstream unit in US, CEO says

By Sergio Goncalves and Javi West Larrañaga LISBON/MADRID, April 30 (Reuters) - Spain's Repsol is in no rush to list its oil and gas production unit in the United States, Chief Executive Josu Jon Imaz said on Thursday, tempering expectations about an initial public offering or reverse merger in the
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Belize Recognized as Key Contributor to Caribbean Food Security

Belize Recognized as Key Contributor to Caribbean Food Security

Belize has been acknowledged as a significant player in regional agriculture, with Guyana's Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha highlighting the country's role in Caribbean food security. During the National Agriculture and Trade Show 2026, Mustapha praised Belize's fertile lands, robust farming traditions, and innovative approaches. He emphasized Belize's critical contribution to the regional agricultural agenda, particularly under the '25 by 2025 +5' initiative, which aims to reduce the Caribbean's food import bill and foster a self-reliant food system. The minister also underscored the importance of collaboration among Caribbean nations, citing the partnership between Belize and Guyana as a model for expanding production, enhancing trade, and bolstering food security across the region.
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Rep. Pfluger Achieves Key Wins for Texas in 2026 Farm Bill

Rep. Pfluger Achieves Key Wins for Texas in 2026 Farm Bill

Congressman August Pfluger has successfully advocated for the passage of the 2026 Farm Bill, which includes significant benefits for Texas District 11's agricultural sector. The bill, known as the Farm, Food, and National Security Act, introduces measures such as streamlined disaster aid, funding for feral swine eradication, and enhancements to crop insurance. It also addresses groundwater sustainability and provides financial support for precision agriculture. This legislation marks the first new farm bill in eight years and is seen as a major victory for West Texas farmers and ranchers, who have faced numerous challenges in recent years.
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First Direct U.S.-Venezuela Flight in Seven Years Lands in Caracas

First Direct U.S.-Venezuela Flight in Seven Years Lands in Caracas

The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela in seven years has landed in Caracas. This marks a significant step in restoring diplomatic and economic relations between the two countries. The flight, operated by American Airlines, departed from Miami and is part of a broader effort to reestablish connections following the reopening of the U.S. embassy in Caracas. The resumption of flights is expected to facilitate family reunions and business opportunities.
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The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas

The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas

The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has arrived in the Venezuelan capital Caracas
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Eni's Agreement to Restart Junin-5 Oil Operations in Venezuela Signals Potential Shift in Energy Engagement

Eni's Agreement to Restart Junin-5 Oil Operations in Venezuela Signals Potential Shift in Energy Engagement

Eni's Agreement to Restart Junin-5 Oil Operations in Venezuela Signals Potential Shift in Energy Engagement
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Eni signs agreement to relaunch heavy oil project in Venezuela

Eni signs agreement to relaunch heavy oil project in Venezuela

By Vivian Sequera and Marianna Parraga CARACAS, April 28 (Reuters) - Italy's energy producer Eni on Tuesday signed an agreement with Venezuela's oil ministry and state-run oil company PDVSA to relaunch a heavy crude project in the Orinoco Belt, the company and government officials said.
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Barbados Heritage District Faces Delays Amid Expanded Scope and Challenges

Barbados Heritage District Faces Delays Amid Expanded Scope and Challenges

The Barbados Heritage District, a significant cultural project announced in December 2021, is experiencing delays in its completion. Located near Bridgetown, the project includes a memorial, archive, and cultural complex at the Newton Enslaved Burial Ground, one of the largest known burial sites for enslaved Africans in the Western Hemisphere. Initially scheduled for completion in 2024, the project has been delayed due to an expanded scope of archival digitization, global supply-chain disruptions, and a fire at the Barbados Archives Department in June 2024. The project, designed by Adjaye Associates, aims to preserve and present the history of enslaved Africans in Barbados. Despite the delays, early work on the memorial landscape is underway, and the first phase of the National Performing Arts Centre opened in August 2025.
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Gulf Leaders Convene in Saudi Arabia Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions

Gulf Leaders Convene in Saudi Arabia Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders met in Saudi Arabia to discuss the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, marking their first in-person summit since the war began. The meeting, hosted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, focused on regional security and the need for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. The GCC leaders emphasized the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil and gas supplies. The summit coincided with the UAE's decision to leave OPEC, further complicating the region's energy dynamics.