Brazil is reaching out to the US for assistance in tackling organized crime and the smuggling of weapons. This request comes as part of broader trade discussions, following a recent police operation in Brazil that targeted tax evasion and money laundering in the fuel industry. Investigations in Brazil have uncovered that criminal organizations are using investment f...
Brazil is reaching out to the US for help in tackling money laundering and illegal arms trafficking. The finance minister, Fernando Haddad, announced this plan recently. He pointed out that US-based funds are being misused to launder money and hide foreign investments in Brazil. This issue came to light during a major police operation in the fuel industry, which reve...
The Louvre Museum in Paris is making headlines again, but this time it's not about art theft or long lines. The museum has decided to raise ticket prices for visitors from outside the European Economic Area. This includes countries like the United States, Britain, and Russia. Starting January 14, these tourists will have to pay 32 euros, which is about $37. That's a ...
In Jenin, a city in the West Bank, a troubling event unfolded. Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinian men who seemed to be giving up. They were unarmed and had their hands up. This happened during a raid in the city. A video showed the men coming out of a building. They lifted their shirts and lay down on the ground. This is a common way to show you are not ...
In a recent discussion, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlighted the importance of Ukraine maintaining a robust military presence even after a potential peace agreement with Russia. He emphasized that security assurances are a hot topic in talks with the U. S. and Ukraine. Merz pointed out that a well-prepared Ukrainian army is the top priority for ensuring secur...
A team of space explorers has just begun their journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission involves a mix of seasoned and new astronauts. The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, powered by a Soyuz 2. 1a rocket, took off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The launch happened at 12:28 pm Moscow time, which is 0928 GMT. The crew consists of two Russians...
Pope Leo XIV started his first international trip as pope in Turkey, a country where most people are Muslim. This visit is important because it shows that Leo wants to connect with people of different faiths and work together with other Christian groups. During his four-day stay, he plans to meet with Turkey's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and leaders from various...
In Guinea-Bissau, soldiers have named a new leader, General Horta N’Ta, after a sudden power grab. This move follows a tense presidential election, with the military now in charge for the next year. Before this, N’Ta was the army's top official and a close friend of the now-removed President Umaro Sissoco Embaló. Embaló's location is still a mystery. He told French ...
Queenstown, New Zealand, is buzzing with excitement as the crime drama series "A Remarkable Place to Die" gets the green light for a second season. This isn't just any renewal; it's a big deal for the local film industry and the town's economy. The show, produced by Screentime NZ, is a hit internationally. It's a team effort, with broadcasters from Germany, the U. S...
In a move to make crypto transactions safer, Real X International Holding has teamed up with Cobo. This partnership aims to bring bank-level security to crypto payments and asset management. Real X is known for its PerasPay platform, which lets users buy, sell, and spend major cryptocurrencies like BTC and ETH. It also offers services for businesses to manage crypto ...