Sana Khan

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Costa Rica Announces Electricity Rationing Plan Amid Drought

Hydroelectric plants are responsible for supplying 70% of the Central American country's electricity, and the state-run electricity company, ICE, has partially blamed the drought problem on El Niño. The present situation has forced the Costa Rican government to announce the electricity rationing plan.

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador

Mexican President Says Power Outages Caused By 'Exceptional' Heat Wave

Out of 32 states in Mexico, 20 experienced power outages Tuesday, as per the data received from grid operator CENACE. On Wednesday, the net national power demand was around 44.9 gigawatts (GW), slightly lower than the net generation of 45.0 GW.

A member of Colombia's National Liberation Army (ELN) rebel group

Colombian ELN Lifts Kidnapping Suspension, Blames Government For Failed Agreements

The rebel group said that the decision came after the government delayed establishing a multi-donor fund to support the peace process, aiming at ending six decades of armed conflict in the country.

Haiti Gangs Spark Fresh Spate Of Attacks After Announcement of New Prime Minister

The attacks were launched Wednesday late evening in areas like Solino and Delmas 18, 20 and 24 located southwest of the main international airport, pushing many people to leave the area Thursday morning.

Venezuela Public Employees To Get $130 Monthly In Bonuses: President Maduro

While President Nicolas Maduro didn't share many details about the announcement, the ruling party lawmaker Francisco Torrealba explained on social media that these bonuses will be paid in local currency, bolivars, with set amounts equivalent in U.S. dollars.

Newly elected President of Colombia Gustavo Petro

Colombia President Says Hundreds Of Thousands Of Ammunition Pieces Missing From Military Bases

The first left-wing president expressed his concern over the missing ammunition, noting that it might end up in the hands of Colombian rebel groups.

Colombian Army Helicopter Crash Kills 9 Soldiers

According to the military, the helicopter crashed around 1:50 pm local time and it was an MI-17 Russian-built chopper that is used to transport supplies and troops.

Mexico Presidential Candidates Discuss Social Programs, Clean Energy Transition In Second Debate

Former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum, who is representing the current president's Morena party, maintains a strong lead over Xóchitl Gálvez from a coalition of opposition parties and Jorge Álvarez Máynez of the Citizen Movement party.

Mexican President Calls Criminal Gangs 'Respectful' As They Mostly Attack Each Other

However, the reality seems to be different as many Mexicans have claimed their areas are being controlled by these gangs, who often force people to pay them for protection and kill them or kidnap them if they refuse to pay the protection money.

Argentina's Request To Arrest Iran's Interior Minister Gets Rejected

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani criticized Argentina for making such baseless accusations. However, the ministry did not mention Vahidi's name in the official statement. Kanaani called Argentina's demand illegal, noting that the demand is based on lies and fabrications.

Mexico's President Aims To Boost Lower Pensions Ahead Of Elections

This fund creation is part of a pension reform proposed by the president in February and approved by the country's lower house on Monday. However, the reform is yet to get passed by the Senate.

Argentina's President Milei Celebrates First Quarter Surplus, Says 'Our Plan Is Working'

Argentina President Javier Milei took over the office in December and promised to implement a "shock" plan to fix the economy, reducing extremely high inflation, improving the economy, and helping people who were struggling with poverty.

Silhouette of Man. Representational Image.

Masked Men Stop Mexico Presidential Candidate's Vehicle, Ask Her To Resolve Violence If Elected

The leading presidential candidate's window was down as the men had a conversation with her and filmed the entire interaction on their phones. One of the men shook hands with her before allowing the vehicle to move further.

Argentina wants to join NATO to strengthen ties with West, attract investments

The request was made when NATO's Deputy General Secretary Mircea Geoana organized talks in Brussels, Belgium. The event was attended by Argentine Defense Minister Luis Petri.

Argentina's public universities protest against Milei's budget cuts

President Javier Milei has prioritized cutting government spending as the country is dealing with a large fiscal deficit due to years of poor economic management by both right and left-wing governments.

Argentina's president Milei secures $300M deal with Denmark for 24 F-16 jets

Government's spokesman Manuel Adorni said during a press conference that the contract was for around $300 million, noting that it was below the market cost. The deal includes four flight simulators, eight engines and spare parts for the aircraft for five years.

Cuba To Urge US To Ease Sanctions During Washington High Level Migration Meeting

The twice-yearly meeting will start on Tuesday, where Cuba will also urge the U.S. to end special treatment of Cubans illegally entering its territory.

Venezuelans Abroad Unable To Meet Absentee Voting Requirements

Venezuelan law includes a provision for absentee voting, which lets citizens vote at embassies and consulates even if they're living outside the country.

Haiti Crisis: Fresh Gunfire Disrupts Healthcare, Troubles Thousands

Due to weeks of ongoing gang violence, there are about 18 hospitals that have stopped their operations, which led to a shortage of medical supplies as Haiti's largest seaport and main international airport are closed.

Amazon, Rainforest, Environment, Biodiversity, Acai

Colombia's Amazon Deforestation Dropped By 25-35% In 2023: Environment Minister

Colombia's deforestation went down by 29% in 2022, as per the most recent data available.

Cuba To Ensure Availability Of Food Rations Following Protests

The president appeared on the mid-day TV newscast and made the announcement. In the address, he noted that his administration has made an "enormous effort" to ensure that the entire 11 million population gets a proper food supply.

Colombia Senate Committee Rejects Health Reform Proposed By Petro Administration

The health reform wanted to take control from insurance companies and make healthcare easier to get, but some people were worried it might lead to corruption.

Peru President Boluarte Replaces 6 Ministers Amid Calls For Her Removal By Parliament

Boluarte's Cabinet comprises 18 ministries, with Gustavo Adrianzén holding the position of prime minister.

Unidentified Gunmen In Ecuador Kill 9, Leave 10 Injured

This incident was perpetrated on Sunday around 7 p.m. in the southern neighborhood of Guasmo as gunmen arrived at a pedestrian street in a grey Chevrolet Spark, where people were engaged in sports activities.

Haiti Needs Almost 5,000 International Police Amid Surge In Gang Violence: UN Expert

William O'Neill, an expert for the conflict-wracked Caribbean nation, said Thursday the number of police officers required last year was between 1,000 and 2,000, adding that the number has more than doubled now.

Colombia Expels Argentine Diplomats After Milei Calls Petro A 'Terrorist'

The foreign ministry of Colombia recalled in the statement that "this is not the first time that Mr. Milei has offended the Colombian President, affecting the historical brotherly relations between Colombia and Argentina."

Around 2000 Migrants In Mexico Start Holy Week Walk To Highlight Their Struggles

The walking event began with around 2,000 migrants leaving Tapachula near the Guatemalan border at dawn and announced that they aim to reach Mexico's capital.

US Announces Sanctions Against Nicaragua's Attorney General

According to the Treasury, the sanctions are related to Morales Urbina's conduct after the 2018 civil protests.

Riot police stand guard at the Plaza de Armas in Cusco, Peru

Peru Police Make 18 Arrests In Arms Trafficking Crackdown, Investigating Candidate's Murder

During the "mega-operation," around 700 officers conducted raids on houses and offices in four districts of the capital Lima, as well as in the Tumbes, Cajamarca, and Piura regions along Peru's border with Ecuador.

Argentina's Inflation Rate Continues To Decline Under Milei's Austerity Policies

According to the numbers issued by the government's INDEC statistics agency Tuesday, Argentina's monthly inflation dropped to 13.2% in February, compared to 20.6% in January. Whereas, the inflation was 25.5% in December.