News from South America
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- Machado says she counts on Trump, but White House backs Delcy Rodríguez
on January 15, 2026Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado told supporters gathered outside the White House on Thursday that “we count on the president for Venezuela’s freedom” after holding a closed-door meeting lasting more than two hours with US President Donald Trump.
- US to suspend immigrant visas for 75 countries, including Uruguay; Orsi calls it a “worrying signal”
on January 15, 2026Uruguay’s President Yamandú Orsi said he was concerned by Washington’s decision to pause immigrant visa issuance for citizens of 75 countries —including Uruguay— starting January 21, with no end date announced. “In numerical terms it’s not very important, but as a signal it certainly worries us,” Orsi said after meeting US Ambassador Lou […]
- BBC ranks Uruguay 10th among world's top tourism destinations
on January 15, 2026The British Broadcasting Corporation has named Uruguay as one of the top 20 travel destinations for the year, ranking it at number 10 globally, minly due to its sustainable alternatives. The South American country was also demed an ideal alternative to crowded global hotspots.
- Trump holds good coversation with Delcy Rodríguez
on January 15, 2026US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he held a “long and productive” telephone conversation with Venezuela’s caretaking leader, Delcy Rodríguez. The dialogue signals a rapid warming of relations between Washington and Caracas as Wshington prepares to play a direct role in the South Amrican country's economic and political […]
- Vance keeps Trump's policies within Congress' boundaries
on January 15, 2026US Vice President James D. Vance cast a tie-breaking vote on Wednesday to quash a bipartisan War Powers Resolution aimed at reining in President Donald Trump’s military authority regarding Venezuela. The 51-50 vote followed an intense pressure campaign from the President, which successfully flipped two Republican senators, Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Todd […]
- Muslim Brotherhood declared a terrorist organization in Argentina
on January 15, 2026Argetina's Libertarian Government of President Jvier Milei Wednesday declared the Muslim Brotherhood chapters in Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, directly aligning the South American country with the White House's "Western Civilization" drive to lead a similar designation process late last year.
- UK pulls diplomatic staff out of Tehran amid mounting tension
on January 15, 2026The United Kingdom has ordered the emergency evacuation of its diplomatic staff from Tehran, as the Middle East braces for a potential military escalation between the United States and Iran. The British Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) confirmed on Wednesday that its embassy in the Iranian capital had shifted to remote operations due to […]
- Trump to meet María Corina Machado after praising Delcy Rodríguez
on January 15, 2026US President Donald Trump is set to meet on Thursday at the White House with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, hours after publicly praising senior chavista official, and acting ruller, Delcy Rodríguez, calling her a “great person” and saying Washington “works very well” with her.
- Falklands, Legislative Assembly portfolio assignments
on January 15, 2026The Falkland Islands elected Legislative Assembly has agreed a revised portfolio system for the 2025-2029 term. Following the December 2025 General Election, Members reviewed the structure to improve focus, and align related policy areas.
- Why Speed Matters in Modern Applications
on January 15, 2026In today's fast-paced digital landscape, users expect instant gratification. Whether you're streaming content, managing finances, or placing bets, the speed at which an application performs can make or break your experience. Modern applications have become the backbone of our daily routines, and their performance directly impacts user satisfaction, […]