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On the future of the NBA in Mexico, from the Global Games to a franchise

On the future of the NBA in Mexico, from the Global Games to a franchise

The NBA belongs in Mexico, and the Capitanes and Global Games show why.
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Latin American Governments Advance Carbon Market Policies Ahead of COP31 Amidst REDD+ Litigation

Latin American Governments Advance Carbon Market Policies Ahead of COP31 Amidst REDD+ Litigation

Governments across Latin America have made significant decisions regarding carbon markets and forest policy in preparation for the COP31 climate negotiations. Brazil's Interministerial Committee on Climate Change (CIM) approved general guidelines for its emissions trading system (ETS), including rules for recognizing carbon credits, establishing a central registry, and planning for emissions allocation. The committee also set authorization limits for Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs) at 50 million for 2026-30 and 100 million for 2031-35. Separately, Brazil approved a national roadmap to halt deforestation by 2030. Argentina submitted its third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), signaling an openness to Article 6 mechanisms and international carbon credit transfers, coinciding with Senate approval of a carbon market bill. Concurrently, legal challenges against REDD+ projects continue to accumulate in the region, with federal prosecutors in Brazil seeking to suspend the Mejurua p...
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São Paulo Emerges as Key Economic and Cultural Hub in Brazil

São Paulo Emerges as Key Economic and Cultural Hub in Brazil

São Paulo, often referred to as 'Sampa,' stands as Brazil's economic capital and Latin America's largest metropolis, boasting a population of 22 million inhabitants. The city is characterized by its extensive skyline of skyscrapers, a powerful financial district, and a vibrant cultural scene. It serves as a crucial gateway for travelers to Brazil, hosting the country's largest airport. São Paulo's urban lifestyle is compared to major European cities, reflecting the diverse ancestry of its residents, yet it maintains a distinctly Brazilian identity. The city offers a rich architectural heritage dating back to its founding in 1554 by Jesuit pioneers and features numerous cultural institutions, including the renowned MASP (São Paulo Museum of Art).
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U.S. Trade Representative Classifies Brazil's Free Payment System, Pix, as a Trade Barrier

U.S. Trade Representative Classifies Brazil's Free Payment System, Pix, as a Trade Barrier

U.S. Trade Representative Classifies Brazil's Free Payment System, Pix, as a Trade Barrier
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Revolut Plans $1 Billion Investment for Latin American Expansion by 2027

Revolut Plans $1 Billion Investment for Latin American Expansion by 2027

Revolut Plans $1 Billion Investment for Latin American Expansion by 2027
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Revolut Achieves $115 Billion Valuation Following Fundraising and U.S. National Bank Charter Approval

Revolut Achieves $115 Billion Valuation Following Fundraising and U.S. National Bank Charter Approval

Revolut Achieves $115 Billion Valuation Following Fundraising and U.S. National Bank Charter Approval
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Vise Seeks Senior Investment Strategist to Enhance AI-Powered Platform in New York

Vise Seeks Senior Investment Strategist to Enhance AI-Powered Platform in New York

Vise Seeks Senior Investment Strategist to Enhance AI-Powered Platform in New York
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Margot Robbie's 'The Legend of Tarzan' Tops HBO Max Viewership Years After Release

Margot Robbie's 'The Legend of Tarzan' Tops HBO Max Viewership Years After Release

Margot Robbie's 'The Legend of Tarzan' Tops HBO Max Viewership Years After Release
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Analysis-China seeks high-tech upper hand in industry carrying 80% of global trade

Analysis-China seeks high-tech upper hand in industry carrying 80% of global trade

By Joe Cash and John Geddie BEIJING/TOKYO, Nov 10 (Reuters) - When world leaders fly into the Chinese city of Shenzhen next week, they may catch a glimpse of China's vision for the future of global trade: a high-tech port humming with next-generation hardware and software.
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NBA Expands Global Footprint with Continued Focus on Mexico City, Hosting 35th Game

NBA Expands Global Footprint with Continued Focus on Mexico City, Hosting 35th Game

NBA Expands Global Footprint with Continued Focus on Mexico City, Hosting 35th Game
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France launches G7+ ports alliance to target global narcotics routes

France launches G7+ ports alliance to target global narcotics routes

PARIS, Nov 9 (Reuters) - France said on Monday it had launched a new G7-backed network linking major ports, customs services and international organisations in an effort to improve intelligence sharing and coordination against global drug trafficking routes.
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HSBC USA Introduces HSBCnio for Enhanced Digital Business Banking

HSBC USA Introduces HSBCnio for Enhanced Digital Business Banking

HSBC USA Introduces HSBCnio for Enhanced Digital Business Banking