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USWNT star Sam Coffey (knee) recovering after surgery

Fri, 15 May 2026 20:40:30 GMT

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United States Women's National Team midfielder Sam Coffey is recovering after undergoing minor knee surgery earlier this week, her club team, Manchester City, announced Friday.

Manchester City didn't elaborate on the nature of Coffey's injury or the surgery. The team said Coffey would 'work on recovery over the summer.'

Coffey, 27, left the NWSL's Portland

Global mayors gather in Chengdu to discuss sustainable urban development

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:17:58 GMT

CHENGDU, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Mayors and city representatives from around the world gathered in the southwestern Chinese city of Chengdu this week to discuss how cities can respond to mounting pressures from climate change, population aging, resource constraints and public safety risks.

The 2026 World Mayors Dialogue, held from May 13 to 15, brought together representatives from 26 countries, 32 cities and five int

India's BRICS trade surges to $416 Billion, but widening deficit raises policy imperative ahead of 2026 Summit

Fri, 15 May 2026 15:02:33 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 15 (ANI): India's trade engagement with BRICS nations has grown strongly over the past five years, but the widening trade deficit poses a key policy challenge as New Delhi prepares to host the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Thursday and Friday. According to a report by Rubix Data Sciences, India's bilateral trade with the other 10 BRICS countries touched $416 billion in CY2025, registering a

Viral Russian traveler killed by Ukrainian drone media

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:05:54 GMT

The man known as Sasha the Horse set out to reach Brazil while pulling a makeshift wagon

An eccentric Russian man, who became famous for attempting to reach South America on foot while pulling a makeshift wagon, was reportedly killed in a Ukrainian drone strike.

Bryansk Region Governor Aleksandr Bogomaz said a man was killed on Wednesday in the village of Staraya Pogoshch, near the border w

Viral Russian traveler killed by Ukrainian drone - media

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:05:54 GMT

The man known as Sasha the Horse set out to reach Brazil while pulling a makeshift wagon

An eccentric Russian man, who became famous for attempting to reach South America on foot while pulling a makeshift wagon, was reportedly killed in a Ukrainian drone strike.

Bryansk Region Governor Aleksand

Brazil extend coach Carlo Ancelotti through 2030 World Cup

Thu, 14 May 2026 19:25:13 GMT

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Brazil announced that coach Carlo Ancelotti has agreed to a four-year contract extension that runs through the 2030 World Cup.

The 66-year-old Italian took over Brazil's national team in May 2025 after leaving Real Madrid and has led the side to five wins, two draws and three losses through his first 10 matches.

'I arrived in Brazil a year ago. From the

BRICS role in global governance "more critical than ever," says South Africa Minister Ronald Lamola

Thu, 14 May 2026 17:01:43 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 14 (ANI): In a powerful assertion of the Global South's rising influence, South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, underscored the evolving mandate of the BRICS nations during the high-profile Foreign Ministers' meeting in the Indian capital.

In a post on X, the Minister highlighted that 'Since its inception, BRICS has supported multilateralism and

BingX Names World Champion Enzo Fernandez as Global Ambassador Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:14 GMT

Panama City [Panama], May 14 (ANI): BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, today named two-time football world champion Enzo Fernandez as its Global Ambassador. The partnership builds on BingX's global sports partnership strategy following its recent partnership with Scuderia Ferrari HP and renewal with Chelsea FC, arriving at a pivotal moment ahead

England's Ben White avoids surgery, but World Cup status in doubt

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:25:15 GMT

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England defender Ben White will not require surgery for a knee injury suffered on Sunday, but his season for Arsenal is over and his status for next month's World Cup is in significant doubt.

Arsenal confirmed Tuesday that White had suffered a 'significant medial knee ligament injury' during the team's 1-0 win over West Ham. The team has three matches remaining as Arse

Russia takes hantavirus precautions

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:14:58 GMT

A rare strain of the virus has killed three people linked to a cruise ship outbreak in recent weeks

Russia has stepped up border controls to prevent the potential spread of the deadly Andes hantavirus strain, the country's public health watchdog, Rospotrebnadzor, has said.

The rare strain of the virus - typical

Jaguars, 49ers both playing 2 international games

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:40:38 GMT

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The NFL revealed the matchups for all nine international games on Wednesday with the Jacksonville Jaguars and San Francisco 49ers both playing two contests.

The league's most ambitious global schedule to date stretches across seven countries and four continents, starting with the NFL's Australia debut in Week 1 between the 49ers and NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams in M

After Canada and Greenland, Trump sets sights on Venezuela as "51st state"

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:01:06 GMT

Washington, DC [US], May 13 (ANI): US President Donald Trump's controversial pursuit of a '51st state' has shifted its gaze towards Latin America, with Venezuela emerging as the latest target of his expansionist rhetoric. After previous overtures towards Canada and Greenland sparked international friction, Trump has now intensified pressure on Caracas following the dramatic ousting and capture of longtime leader Nicola

Brazil FM arrives in India for BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:34:47 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Foreign Minister of Brazil Mauro Vieira on Wednesday arrived in India for the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting.

Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X, 'Warm welcome to the Foreign Minister Mr. Mauro Vieira of Brazil, as he arrives in New Delhi for the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting.'

The virus has killed three people who left Argentina on a cruise ship last month, and infected eight others

Indian Women's Hockey Team to start Nations Cup tune-up with Australia tour

Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:45 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Hockey India has announced that the Indian Women's Hockey Team will tour Australia from May 21 to June 3 this year as a part of its preparations for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup 2025-26, scheduled to take place from 15th to 21st June in Auckland, New Zealand.

As part of the tour, India will play four matches against Australia at the Perth Hockey Stadium from May 26-

Brazil launches R$11 billion anti-organised crime program under Lula's government

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:33:18 GMT

Sao Paulo [Brazil], May 13 (ANI): Brazil has launched a sweeping new national strategy titled the 'Brazil Against Organized Crime Program,' aimed at dismantling the economic, operational, and territorial networks of criminal factions across the country.

Announced on Tuesday (May 12), the initiative focuses on disrupting the financial structures of organised crime, strengthening prison security, improving homicide

Report: Brazil's Estevao to miss World Cup, Neymar on expanded roster

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:40:21 GMT

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Chelsea forward Estevao will miss this summer's World Cup for Brazil due to a thigh injury, ESPN reported.

The 19-year-old sensation has not played since sustaining the injury on April 18 against Manchester United.

While Estevao was left off the preliminary 55-player roster submitted by Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti on Monday, veteran forward Neymar was included i

Argentine Sunflower Imports Found to Exceed EU Pesticide Limits

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:20:00 GMT

Sunflower imported from Argentina has been found to contain pesticide residues exceeding European Union safety limits, according to the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency. The discovery was made during laboratory testing of a shipment that arrived with the tenth vessel carrying agricultural goods from Argentina.

Authorities reported that a sample taken on May 8 revealed the presence of the active substances deltamethri

Update: China deplores tout visit to Taiwan region by Paraguay's president

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:16:59 GMT

BEIJING, May 12 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday China firmly opposes and strongly condemns a recent tout visit to Taiwan region by Paraguayan President Santiago Pena, urging the country's government to change course at an early date and make the right political decision to recognize the one-China principle.

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a daily press briefing in r

Team Spirit, 9z Team first to advance at PGL Astana 2026

Mon, 11 May 2026 21:40:34 GMT

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Team Spirit and 9z Team became the first two squads to advance to the playoffs at the $800,000 PGL Astana 2026 following 2-1 victories Monday in Kazakhstan.

Spirit took down FURIA and 9z outlasted MOUZ in the Round 3 High Matches. That put Spirit and 9z at 3-0, the first two teams to get the three wins necessary to advance.

Argentina places M Gianluca Prestianni on preliminary roster

Mon, 11 May 2026 20:25:10 GMT

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Despite facing a FIFA suspension that would include the first two games of the World Cup, Argentina placed midfielder Gianluca Prestianni on its preliminary roster of 55 players.

Also included in the group is forward Lionel Messi, who still has not confirmed that he will play in the tournament for the defending World Cup champions.

Prestianni, was given

Lionel Messi included as Argentina name prelimnary FIFA World Cup 2026 squad

Mon, 11 May 2026 20:12:57 GMT

Buenos Aires [Argentina], May 12 (ANI): Legendary footballer Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina's preliminary 55-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, as coach Lionel Scaloni begins shaping his team for the title defence following their triumph in 2022.

The Argentina captain has not yet officially confirmed whether he will take part in the tournament, but he continues to be a key part of Scaloni's long-term pla

Omaha quarantine: US passengers from Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrive for specialised monitoring

Mon, 11 May 2026 19:38:28 GMT

Nebraska [US], May 11 (ANI): Seventeen American citizens and one US-based British national arrived at Eppley Airfield early Monday morning, marking the latest phase of a global effort to contain a rare hantavirus outbreak originating from the cruise ship MV Hondius.

The group was transported from Spain's Canary Islands to Nebraska, home to the nation's only federally funded specialised quarantine unit, reported

USMNT M Johnny Cardoso (ankle) expected to miss World Cup

Mon, 11 May 2026 19:05:02 GMT

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The United States Men's National Team will have one less option in the midfield with Johnny Cardoso set to undergo ankle surgery this week in Barcelona, Spain.

Cardoso, 24, was injured during practice with Atletico Madrid last week and was diagnosed with a right high-ankle sprain. His initial timetable for a return was one month but he is now expected to miss at l

"Big Cat conservation linked to biodiversity, livelihoods, climate action": IBCA DG SP Yadav ahead of Summit

Mon, 11 May 2026 18:01:59 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Ahead of the first-ever International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit scheduled to be held in the national capital in June, IBCA Director General SP Yadav on Monday highlighted the wider significance of big cat conservation, stating that it is intrinsically linked to biodiversity preservation, livelihood generation for indigenous communities, and climate change mitigation through carbon

Brazilians' per capita income rises across all states under Lula's government

Mon, 11 May 2026 13:34:19 GMT

Sao Paulo [Brazil], May 11 (ANI): Brazil witnessed a rise in average per capita household income across all 26 states and the Federal District in 2025, signalling continued economic recovery under the government of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Despite the nationwide improvement in earnings, sharp regional disparities continue to pose a major structural challenge for the country.

The data was published by

Sports Focus: One-month countdown: World Cup preparations gather pace

Mon, 11 May 2026 12:46:02 GMT

by Michael Place

MEXICO CITY, May 11 (Xinhua) -- With one month remaining before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico City, organizers across the three host countries are finalizing stadium preparations and security planning, while teams monitor injuries ahead of squad selections.

The June 11-July 19 tournament will be the first World Cup to feature 48 teams, with matches in 16 cities across the United St

Iran says US must end "one-sided pressure", calls ts proposal is "reasonable and generous"

Mon, 11 May 2026 10:33:28 GMT

Tehran [Iran], May 11 (ANI): Iran on Monday said that the United States must abandon its 'one-sided approach' and accept Tehran's 'legitimate demands,' including ending the war, lifting blockades, halting maritime piracy, and releasing frozen Iranian assets.

Addressing a press conference, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Iran's proposals were aimed not only at protecting its national int

14 countries confirm participation for International Big Cat Alliance Summit 2026 in India: Sources

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:33:04 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Fourteen countries have so far confirmed their participation in the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit 2026, scheduled to be held on June 1 and 2, according to sources in the Environment Ministry.

India has extended invitations to 95 big cat range countries across Asia, Africa and the Americas for the summit, which is aimed at strengthening global cooperation on the cons

Saudi Arabia set to join India-led International Big Cat Alliance as 26th member

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:31:53 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI): Saudi Arabia is set to join the India-led International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), becoming its 26th member country, according to sources in India's Environment Ministry.

Sources said that communication has been received from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressing its intention to formally join the alliance.

The International Big Cat Alliance was launched by India as a global

The Lions Face Each Other in Beijing

Fri, 15 May 2026 20:08:06 GMT

Trump and Xi Jinping at the table where Iran, Taiwan, Russia, Israel, and Venezuela are no longer separate conflicts

"Empires rarely fall for lack of strength. They fall when they realize too late that they can no longer order alone the world they helped build."

The table where no one roars for free

This week, the two most powerful men on the planet meet in China. Don

Minnesota documentary elevates joy, dignity of Latino lives

Wed, 13 May 2026 03:19:08 GMT

This year is proving to be heavy for many of Minnesota's Latino residents. But a new documentary reveals hope that's been building for some time.

"Nuestro Norte" is a short film directed by Martín Blanco, a first-generation immigrant from Venezuela who arrived in Minnesota at age 10. His movie is a portrait

Venezuela: Exclusions, Procedures Mar Amnesty Law

Tue, 12 May 2026 22:31:00 GMT

(Washington, DC) - Venezuela's new amnesty law has serious shortcomings that exclude many people who have been arbitrarily detained and is being applied in ways that may deny release to people who should be eligible, Human Rights Watch said today.

The law is ostensibly an effort to help Venezuela move forward from years of political repression under form

Venezuela says ICJ should not rubber-stamp colonial-era Essequibo award

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:28:18 GMT

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (CN) - An oil-fueled border fight shaped by imperial mapmaking, Cold War diplomacy and competing claims to one of South America's richest regions reached its climax in The Hague on Monday, where Venezuela urged the world's highest court not to preserve what it sees as a colonial-era land grab more than a century in the making.

Dorival returns for third Sao Paulo spell

Sat, 16 May 2026 06:49:37 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Former Brazil head coach Dorival Junior has been appointed as the manager of Sao Paulo for a third time, the Brazilian Serie A club said on Friday.

The 64-year-old replaces Roger Machado, who was sacked after a 3-1 Copa do Brasil defeat at Juventude on Wednesday.

He agreed to a deal that runs until December and will be joined by assistants Lucas Silvestre and Pedro Soter

Venezuelan gas platform explosion injures 6 workers

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:15:16 GMT

CARACAS, May 15 (Xinhua) -- An explosion at a natural gas platform on Lake Maracaibo in western Venezuela triggered a fire on Friday, injuring six workers, state-owned oil company Petroleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA) confirmed.

In a statement, PDVSA said the incident occurred at a plant in the waters of Lake Maracaibo in Zulia state, triggering the activation of industrial safety emergency protocols, including th

China drawn with Spain in FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup

Sat, 16 May 2026 02:45:13 GMT

WARSAW, May 16 (Xinhua) -- China has been drawn into Group F alongside Spain, Nigeria and New Caledonia for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2026, following the official draw held in Lodz, Poland on Friday.

The tournament, featuring 24 teams across six groups, will take place in Poland from September 5 to 27, with the final scheduled for September 27 in Lodz. The matches will be played across four host cities: Bi

Cote d'Ivoire unveils official squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Sat, 16 May 2026 02:45:08 GMT

ABIDJAN, May 16 (Xinhua) -- Cote d'Ivoire national football team head coach Emerse Fae on Friday in Abidjan announced a 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19 in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The squad, which contains few surprises, consists of three goalkeepers, eight defenders, six midfielders and nine forwards, including almost all of the team's key p

Xinhua world new summary at 0030 GMT, May 16

Sat, 16 May 2026 00:15:17 GMT

WASHINGTON -- Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 45-day extension of their ceasefire that took effect last month, a spokesperson for the U.S. State Department said Friday.

"The April 16 cessation of hostilities will be extended by 45 days to enable further progress," State Department spokesman Tommy Piggott said on X. (Israel-Lebanon-Ceasefire)

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GAZA/JERUSALEM -- Three Palestinians were kil

Brazil's supreme court opens probe into funding for ex-president's film

Fri, 15 May 2026 23:15:10 GMT

BRASILIA, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Brazil's Supreme Federal Court on Friday ordered an investigation into the possible diversion of parliamentary funds to cultural projects, including a film about former President Jair Bolsonaro.

The order was issued by justice Flavio Dino after a complaint filed earlier this year by lawmaker Tabata Amaral of the Brazilian Socialist Party.

Amaral alleged that public funds alloc

Peru to hold presidential runoff after no candidate wins majority

Fri, 15 May 2026 17:15:08 GMT

LIMA, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Peru will hold a presidential runoff after no candidate won more than 50 percent of the vote in the April 12 election, according to results released Friday by the National Office of Electoral Processes.

With all ballots counted, Keiko Fujimori of the right-wing Popular Force party led with 17.18 percent of the vote, followed by Roberto Sanchez of the left-wing Together for Peru party at

South Africa becomes world's top citrus exporter

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:16:14 GMT

CAPE TOWN, May 15 (Xinhua) -- South Africa exported 2.9 million tonnes of citrus in 2025, becoming the world's largest citrus exporter by volume, the Department of Agriculture has confirmed.

"This great achievement is one that should be celebrated by all South Africans. To overtake a citrus export giant like Spain, even by a small margin, is no easy feat. We are known for our world-class quality fruit and strict

China Focus: Global mayors gather in Chengdu to discuss sustainable urban development

Fri, 15 May 2026 13:20:58 GMT

The 2026 World Mayors Dialogue, held from May 13 to 15, brought together representatives from 26 countries, 32 cities and five in

Ex-Brazil boss Dorival in Sao Paulo sights

Fri, 15 May 2026 06:45:11 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, May 14 (Xinhua) -- Former Brazil head coach Dorival Junior is the frontrunner to fill Sao Paulo's vacant managerial role, according to widespread media reports.

Club officials have held preliminary talks with the 64-year-old following the dismissal of Roger Machado, news outlet Uol reported on Thursday.

Dorival, who was in charge of Brazil's national team from January 2024 to March 2025, h

Colombia boss backs James for World Cup

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:45:13 GMT

BOGOTA, May 14 (Xinhua) -- Colombia manager Nestor Lorenzo has backed Minnesota midfielder James Rodriguez to be fit for the FIFA World Cup, describing him as key to the team's hopes in the tournament.

Rodriguez, 34, was Thursday included in Colombia's preliminary squad of 55 players for football's showpiece event, which begins next month in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

"He wants to arrive in the

Mbappe, Dembele lead France World Cup squad

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:45:10 GMT

PARIS, May 15 (Xinhua) -- France head coach Didier Deschamps has named his 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup, with Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele leading the charge.

Mbappe, 27, is set to play in his third World Cup. In 2018, he scored in the final against Croatia, helping France reclaim the trophy after a 20-year wait. Four years later in Qatar, he produced a hat-trick in the final, but France lost to

Brazil renews Ancelotti contract until 2030

Fri, 15 May 2026 03:16:37 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, May 14 (Xinhua) -- Carlo Ancelotti has extended his contract as manager of Brazil's national team for another four years, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Thursday.

The 66-year-old Italian joined Brazil last May on a deal running until this year's World Cup, which begins next month in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

"For the past year, we have been working to take t

River, Rosario Central reach Apertura semifinals

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:45:46 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, May 13 (Xinhua) -- Sebastian Driussi and Lucas Martinez Quarta scored either side of halftime as River Plate advanced to Argentina's Apertura semifinals with a 2-0 home win over Gimnasia La Plata on Wednesday.

Driussi fired the hosts ahead in the 27th minute when he expertly controlled Facundo Colidio's cross before turning and, in the same motion, rifling a shot that left goalkeeper Nelson Insfran

Venezuela begins to rework foreign debt, state oil company arrears

Thu, 14 May 2026 02:15:24 GMT

CARACAS, May 13 (Xinhua) -- Venezuela has begun a "comprehensive and orderly process" to restructure the country's foreign debt and that of the state-owned oil company Petroleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA), the government announced Wednesday.

The measure aims to lighten the country's financial burden and redirect resources toward national economic recovery, according to an official release posted by Venezuelan Com

Brazilian strategy aims to financially choke organized crime: minister

Wed, 13 May 2026 23:15:12 GMT

BRASILIA, May 13 (Xinhua) -- Brazil's newly launched anti-crime strategy seeks to cut off funding for organized crime, Brazilian Justice and Public Security Minister Wellington Lima said Wednesday.

"We will produce a real financial strangulation, cutting off the oxygen supply to organized crime," Lima said in an interview on the program "Good Morning, Minister" on the state-owned Brazil Communication Company.

South Africa expects BRICS FMs' meeting to strengthen multilateral cooperation

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:45:20 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, May 13 (Xinhua) -- South Africa expects the upcoming meeting of BRICS foreign ministers to foster strategic synergy among member states, partner countries and global stakeholders, foreign minister said Tuesday.

In a statement released by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola said the 2026 agenda reflects a strong

Malaysia's rubber production drops 25.3 pct in Q1

Wed, 13 May 2026 11:45:24 GMT

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia's natural rubber production saw a sharp decline in the first quarter of 2026, falling 25.3 percent year-on-year to 71,013 tons, according to official data released on Wednesday.

The figure also represented a 10.4-percent drop compared with the fourth quarter of 2025, the Department of Statistics Malaysia said in a statement.

On a monthly basis, production fell 8.2

Belgrano, Argentinos Juniors reach semifinals

Wed, 13 May 2026 06:45:24 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, May 12 (Xinhua) -- Adrian Sanchez and Ramiro Hernandes scored second-half goals as Belgrano advanced to Argentina's Apertura semifinals on Tuesday with a 2-0 home win over Union Santa Fe.

Sanchez broke the deadlock in the 65th minute by thumping a long-range header past goalkeeper Matias Mansilla after Emiliano Rigoni's delivery from a corner.

Hernandes put the result beyond doubt in the 96t

Venezuela-US trade grows 22.7% in Q1

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:04:41 GMT

CARACAS, 13th May, 2026 (WAM) -- Trade between the US and Venezuela jumped 22.7% in the three months, driven by Venezuelan crude oil exports following the resumption of trade and diplomatic relations between the two countries, a report showed Tuesday.

Bilateral trade rose to US$3.29 billion in the first three months of the year, compared to US$2.68 billion for the same period in 2025, the Venezuelan-American Cha

United Airlines to resume direct flights between U.S., Venezuela

Tue, 12 May 2026 21:45:26 GMT

CARACAS, May 12 (Xinhua) -- U.S. carrier United Airlines announced Tuesday that it plans to resume direct flights between the United States and Venezuela starting Aug. 11, marking its return to the route after nearly a decade.

The airline said it will operate daily nonstop flights between Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Caracas' Simon Bolivar International Airport using Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircra

1st LD Writethru: Former UN General Assembly president Espinosa runs for next UN secretary-general

Tue, 12 May 2026 20:45:36 GMT

UNITED NATIONS, May 12 (Xinhua) -- Former UN General Assembly President Maria Fernanda Espinosa has been recommended as a candidate for the next UN secretary-general, said the spokeswoman for the current president of the UN General Assembly.

Espinosa's candidacy was recommended by the government of Antigua and Barbuda, said La Neice Collins, spokeswoman for UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock.

Africa CDC, WHO call for greater preparedness despite low hantavirus risk in Africa

Tue, 12 May 2026 19:15:38 GMT

ADDIS ABABA, May 12 (Xinhua) -- The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday urged health authorities and the general public to remain alert and strengthen hantavirus surveillance measures despite the outbreak being categorized as low risk to public health in Africa.

During a joint technical briefing, Yap Boum II, head of emergency prepared

French woman repatriated from MV Hondius remains in serious condition: health minister

Tue, 12 May 2026 18:45:15 GMT

PARIS, May 12 (Xinhua) -- A French woman infected with Andes virus infections after being repatriated from the cruise ship MV Hondius remains in intensive care and is in serious condition, French Health Minister Stephanie Rist said on Tuesday.

The woman was among five French nationals repatriated from the ship, which has been linked to infections of Andes virus, a rodent-borne hantavirus endemic to South America

Former UN General Assembly President Espinosa runs for next UN secretary-general

Tue, 12 May 2026 18:15:13 GMT

Espinosa has emerged as the fifth contender for the world's top diplomatic job.

Her candidacy was recommended by the government of Antigua and Barbuda, accord

Malaysia's palm oil outlook lifted on biodiesel push, rising costs

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:45:11 GMT

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 (Xinhua) -- Analysts on Tuesday turned more constructive on palm oil prices, citing rising biodiesel demand, mounting cost pressures and structural shifts in crude oil markets, even as near-term inventory builds and export uncertainty persist in Malaysia, the world's second-largest palm oil producer.

Maybank Investment Bank said in a note that crude oil prices are unlikely to revert to pre-M

Thailand tightens hantavirus screening for travelers from South America

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:45:10 GMT

BANGKOK, May 12 (Xinhua) -- Thailand has launched intensive screening measures for hantavirus among travelers arriving from South America, aiming to bolster public confidence and ensure safe international tourism, the Department of Disease Control said on Tuesday.

While Thailand has reported no cases of hantavirus to date, the department said it has implemented a mandatory screening process for individuals who h

1st LD-Writethru: China deplores tout visit to Taiwan region by Paraguay's president

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:16:56 GMT

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a daily press briefing in

International Booker Prize 2026: heartbreak, brutality, shapeshifting - six experts review the nominees

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:47:57 GMT

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This year's International Booker Prize shortlist presents a diverse and intriguing array of books that all demonstrate the highly creative imagination and inventiveness of their authors - and translators, of course.

Readers are invited to immerse themselves in six richly told tales from Bulgaria to Brazil and several poi

China deplores tout visit to Taiwan region by Paraguay's president

Tue, 12 May 2026 08:15:58 GMT

Spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a daily press briefing in

Venezuela "never considered" becoming 51st U.S. state: acting president

Tue, 12 May 2026 08:15:22 GMT

Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez has rejected the idea that her country could become the 51st U.S. state, reaffirming Venezuela's sovereignty and independence.

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Messi leads Argentina provisional World Cup squad

Tue, 12 May 2026 06:45:33 GMT

BUENOS AIRES, May 11 (Xinhua) -- Lionel Messi was among 55 players named in Argentina's preliminary squad on Monday for the FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

The 38-year-old leads an attack that also features Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez, Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez and Bologna's Santiago Castro.

The list includes several uncapped players, including Boca Juniors de

Rutten quits Curacao before World Cup

Tue, 12 May 2026 06:45:29 GMT

MEXICO CITY, May 11 (Xinhua) -- Fred Rutten stepped down as manager of Curacao's national team on Monday, a month before the start of the FIFA World Cup.

The country's football federation said the 63-year-old had expressed a desire to leave during "open and constructive talks", without providing details. Local media reported that the decision related to an internal dispute.

The announcement came less than

Venezuela's acting president rejects idea of Venezuela becoming another U.S. state

Mon, 11 May 2026 20:45:28 GMT

CARACAS, May 11 (Xinhua) -- Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez on Monday rejected the idea that her country could become another U.S. state, reaffirming Venezuela's sovereignty and independence.

"That is not planned. It would never be planned, because if there is one thing we Venezuelans have, it is love for our process of independence," Rodriguez said at a press conference in The Hague, where she was

WHO confirms 7 Andes virus cases from MV Hondius

Mon, 11 May 2026 17:15:12 GMT

GENEVA, May 11 (Xinhua) -- Seven cases of the Andes virus hantavirus infections have been confirmed among people on board the cruise ship MV Hondius, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday.

The overall tally of symptomatic cases has reached nine, after a French passenger evacuated from the MV Hondius on Sunday had tested positive for the virus, Olivier Le Polain, head of the Epidemiology & Analyt

One-month countdown: World Cup preparations gather pace

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:49:19 GMT

by Michael Place

The June 11-July 19 tournament will be the first World Cup to feature 48 teams, with matches in 16 cities across the United

Tropical forests still under pressure despite slowdown in losses

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:31:02 GMT

Tropical regions lost 4.3 million hectares of primary forest during the year, an area roughly the size of Switzerland,figuresfrom Global Forest Watch run by the World Resources Institute and the University of Maryland showed.

The total was down 36 percent from 2024, when extreme wildfires drove tropical forest destruction to record levels. But forest loss still remained 46 percent higher than it was 10 years ago.

France boss Deschamps unveils 26-man squad for 2026 World Cup

Thu, 14 May 2026 19:31:51 GMT

Deschamps, who will leave his post as head coachafter the tournament,revealed the 26 players headed to the tournament during the evening news on French broadcaster TF1.

Mbapp, 27, will lead a group which includes his Madrid teammate Aurlien Tchouamni as well as Paris Saint-Germain stars OusmaneDembl,Dsir Dou, Bradley Barcola and Warren Zare-Emery.

Bayern Munich's Michael Olise, Inter Milan's Marcus Thuram a

France boss Deschamps unveils 26-man list for 2026 World Cup

Thu, 14 May 2026 19:31:51 GMT

Deschamps, who will leave his post as head coachafter the tournament,revealed the 26 names for the 48-team tournament during the evening news programme of the Frenchbroadcaster TF1.

Mbapp, 27, will lead a group which includes his Madrid teammate Aurlien Tchouamni as well as theParis Saint-Germainstars OusmaneDembl,Dsir Dou, Bradley Barcola and Warren Zare-Emery.

Bayern Munich's Michael Olise, Inter Milan's

Trump's talk of 51st US state met with near-silence in Venezuela

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:02:42 GMT

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) - Twice this week, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed interest in turning Venezuela into his country's 51st state. The latest came via a Truth Social post Tuesday with a map showing the South American country filled with the U.S. flag.

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Rihanna home shooting case clouded by mental health concerns

Sat, 16 May 2026 06:37:15 GMT

Rihanna home shooting case clouded by mental health concerns

Popular airline slashes Aussie routes to Bali as price of jet fuel skyrockets

Sat, 16 May 2026 06:12:23 GMT

Popular airline slashes Aussie routes to Bali as price of jet fuel skyrockets

Washington County Officials endorse mental health payment - Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Sat, 16 May 2026 04:07:18 GMT

Washington County Officials endorse mental health payment - Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Independent Practices Keep Choosing ClinicMind - Now a G2 Leader in Small Business Medical Billing

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Manitoba health officials say ongoing hepatitis A outbreak has worsened

Sat, 16 May 2026 02:32:50 GMT

Manitoba health officials say ongoing hepatitis A outbreak has worsened

Trump says U.S. in contact with Kim Jong Un amid China state visit

Fri, 15 May 2026 22:00:43 GMT

Trump says U.S. in contact with Kim Jong Un amid China state visit

Jury awards $49.5 million to Boeing 737 MAX crash victim

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:31:22 GMT

Jury awards $49.5 million to Boeing 737 MAX crash victim

Border Patrol chief Michael Banks to resign

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:38:00 GMT

Border Patrol chief Michael Banks to resign