Keyword "TRN" - List of latest news (346 results)

17/04 Ecuador opposition candidate, doubling down on fraud claims, loses coalition backing

Ecuador's leftist presidential challenger Luisa Gonzalez has said she will formally challenge the result of Sunday's election, claiming widespread fraud, although she has lost the support of a key ally party in disputing her defeat.

15/04 Peru mourns death of Nobel laureate writer Vargas Llosa

Peruvians mourned the death on Monday of lauded writer Mario Vargas Llosa, winner of the Nobel Prize for literature and a former presidential candidate.

15/04 Argentina farmers focus on harvest over sales despite currency boost

Argentina's grain industry welcomed an exchange-rate overhaul on Monday, though the new measures will likely not translate into immediate sales as the harvest remains behind schedule, experts said.

12/04 Brazil's Bolsonaro may need new surgery after being hospitalized

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro may undergo a new surgery, which would be his fifth since being stabbed while campaigning in 2018, after feeling strong abdominal pain during an event with supporters in northeastern Brazil, he posted on X on Saturday.

12/04 Tesla stops accepting orders in China of US imported from the US.

Tesla Inc. stopped accepting orders in China of the Model S Sedanes and Model X Utilitarian Sports Vehicles - both imported from the United States - after countries increased tariffs that apply to each other in a growing commercial war.

11/04 Italy’s €25 Billion Rail Plan Is a Model for EU Spending

Financed using a European post-Covid recovery fund, a new rail link could be an economic boost, and a sign that the EU is getting better at spending money.

11/04 Popular Audi SUV made in Mexico "inventible" by tariffs

The Audi Q5 is the best -selling vehicle of the German brand in the US is also an excellent example of how the reorganization of world trade by Donald Trump wreaks havoc on car manufacturers.

10/04 Lima grinds to a halt as Peru's transit workers demand action against crime surge

Public transportation workers in Peru's capital of Lima went on strike on Thursday, stranding tens of thousands of people as they marched to Congress demanding action against a surging crime wave that has led to record number of murders.

10/04 China Escalates Trade War as Trump Isolates Xi in Tariff U-Turn

China has hit back at the US after Donald Trump’s dramatic reversal on tariff threats isolated Beijing as the primary target of his trade offensive, dimming the prospect of immediate de-escalation.

03/04 Nicaraguan officials committed 'systematic repression,' UN says

The United Nations on Thursday named 54 officials from Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega's government who it said are responsible for serious human rights violations and crimes, in what was described as a "tightly coordinated system of repression."

03/04 Tesla's number of vehicles delivered in January - March is declining, lowest in three years - "anti-mask" resonates

Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Tesla announced that sales for the first quarter of January-March (first quarter) fell 13% from the same period last year, marking the lowest level in almost three years. Model changes to major models and international backlash against CEO Elon Musk has been weighed down.

02/04 Thailand Vows to Cut US Trade Surplus as It Sees $8 Billion Hit

Thailand pledged to narrow its trade surplus with the US by importing more energy and food products, with officials estimating the hit to the Southeast Asian nation’s exports at about $8 billion if the Trump administration raised tariffs by 11%.

01/04 GM, Hyundai Sales Jump as Trump Tariff Fears Spur Car Buying

Automakers including General Motors Co. and Hyundai Motor Co. reported higher US auto sales as the threat of price hikes from President Donald Trump’s tariffs drove consumers to showrooms.

31/03 Car Shoppers Outracing Trump Tariffs Poised to Lift Auto Sales

Brittany Humphries and her husband Jon Bassford are what sales people at car dealerships might call motivated buyers. The couple, who live in suburban Maryland outside Washington, DC, moved swiftly to lock in purchases this year to avoid the risk of paying thousands of dollars more once Trump administration policies on electric vehicles and tariffs fully kick in.

31/03 Trump Threatens Russia Oil Penalties in Bid to Persuade Putin

President Donald Trump said he’s considering “secondary tariffs” on Russian oil if Vladimir Putin refuses a ceasefire with Ukraine, while saying he doesn’t think the Russian president will “go back on his word.”

27/03 President Trump announces 25% automobile tariffs - pointing to "moderate" measures

On the afternoon of the 26th (morning the 27th Japan time), US President Trump announced the imposition of 25% tariffs on cars imported into the United States. Trump, who aims to return to manufacturing to the United States, will expand his trade war. Further customs duties are also scheduled to be announced on April 2nd.

25/03 Shapoorji, from India, appeals to the government by bidding by Petrobras

Shapoorji Pallonji Energy, Indian company, is directly appealing to the Brazilian government after Petrobras cancels a bid for the construction of a oil production platform.

25/03 Cathie Wood Sticks With Tesla, Predicts Stock to Hit $2,600

Cathie Wood’s Ark Investment Management LLC remains bullish on Tesla Inc. and expects the stock will hit $2,600 in five years, or almost 10 times its current price.

21/03 White House Set to Announce Contractor for Next-Gen Fighter Jet

The White House is poised to announce the winner on Friday of its contest to build the next-generation fighter jet, choosing between competing bids from US aerospace giants Lockheed Martin Corp. and Boeing Co., people familiar with the matter said.

20/03 Tesla recalls 'Cybertruck' - risks panel falling off while driving

Tesla, a major electric vehicle (EV) company, is recalling (recovering and repairing free of charge) its Cyber ​​Truck pickup truck, citing safety issues. This applies to all vehicles sold in the US in the first 15 months.

20/03 US Readying Plan to Overhaul Air Traffic Control, Duffy Says

The Trump administration plans to announce a “brand new” US air traffic control system “in the next couple days,” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.

19/03 Ram Owner Wants to Bring Cheaper Pickup Back to US

Stellantis NV thinks there’s still demand for an affordable version of its Ram 1500 pickup truck in the US market after the stripped-down “Ram Classic” ceased production last year, Chief Financial Officer Doug Ostermann said.

18/03 Israel performs air attacks and ends the truce in Gaza

Israel launched a series of air attacks during the night throughout Gaza, ending a high fire of almost two months with Hamas.

14/03 Tesla Warns It Faces Retaliation, Costs From Trump Trade War

Tesla Inc. is signaling concern over potential retaliatory moves by other countries as a trade war escalates in the wake of President Donald Trump’s moves to impose tariffs on a wide range of imports.

12/03 Toyota and Mazda answer full amounts in spring labor offensive - Honda and Nissan and light and dark

On the 12th, Toyota Motor Corporation and Mazda responded to full amounts of requests for unions regarding wages and bonuses during the 2025 spring labor and management negotiations (spring labor negotiations). Meanwhile, Honda and Nissan Motors responded to wages at a level below the union's requirements, and the light and darkness were divided.

06/03 Goldman serves as sole advisor for port sales by CK Hutchison

Goldman Sachs Group has served as the sole advisor of investment banks in a $19 billion (approximately 2.8 trillion yen) transaction in which CK Hutchison Holdings sells port assets to a consortium led by US asset management company BlackRock. A person familiar with the matter revealed this.

05/03 Trump warns Americans about economic discomfort of commercial war outbreak

President Donald Trump went up to the podium on Tuesday for his speech at stellar schedule harassed by the warning signals about the United States economy, and recognized Americans that there could be more discomfort in the future.

04/03 BlackRock Buys Hutchison’s Panama Ports in Victory for Trump

CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd., the Hong Kong-based conglomerate, agreed to sell control of a unit that operates ports near the Panama Canal after pressure from US President Donald Trump to limit Chinese interests in the region.

27/02 Nissan takes over the shift to President Uchida, and the management has deteriorated and Honda negotiations fail - related parties

Nissan Motor Co. has begun adjustments with the view to resign as President and CEO Uchida Makoto by the 27th. In response to the decline in performance and the failure of negotiations to establish a joint holding company with Honda, the aim is to clarify management responsibilities and completely renew the spirit of others. Several people familiar with the matter have revealed this.

27/02 Trump revokes oil license to Venezuela in a blow to the Maduro government

President Donald Trump said he plans to revoke an oil license to operate in Venezuela, due to the country's failure to receive migrants to the United States as quickly as he had promised.

26/02 Dockworker Union Ratifies Six-Year Contract at Eastern US Ports

The dockworker union that brought half of US container trade to a halt last October has voted to ratify a new labor contract with their port and ocean carrier employers.

25/02 Aston Martin CEO Plans Cost Cuts to Turn Around Troubled Carmaker

Executive chairman Lawrence Stroll is taking a back seat to let CEO Adrian Hallmark try to return the storied brand to profit.

25/02 ANA to Buy at Least 77 Jets From Boeing, Airbus, Embraer in Expansion

ANA Holdings Inc. will spend about $14.5 billion to buy 77 aircraft from Boeing Co., Airbus SE and Embraer SA in a rare simultaneous deal with the world’s top three commercial planemakers.

24/02 Trump directs China the greatest attack so far in his second term

The Trump administration directed a series of measures related to investment, trade and other issues that increase the risk that relations between the US and its main economic rival worsen soon.

22/02 Emirates Set to Add New China Destinations as Travel Recovers

Emirates will add new destinations in China this summer as the Dubai carrier seeks to benefit from buoyant travel growth in Asia’s biggest economy and capitalize on European competitors retreating from the market.

03/02 Ontario cancel contract with Starlink; He says he will not do business with US companies

The Ontario Prime Minister reported that his government ended his contract with Starlink, the satellite company controlled by Elon Musk, after President Donald Trump signed an executive order to impose tariffs on the goods imported from Canada.

03/02 The stock prices of car companies such as Toyota have fallen, due to tariffs in Canada and Mexico in the United States.

Following the signature of President Trump's Presidential Ordinance, which imposes an additional tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, the stock prices of Japanese automobile manufacturers, which hold factories, have fallen.

01/02 Rubio Brings a Tough Trump Message to Latin America

Marco Rubio’s choice of Latin America for his first trip abroad as top US diplomat reinforces two of President Donald Trump’s priorities early in his second term — deportations and securing the Panama Canal from perceived Chinese control.

01/02 Downed Black Hawk Was Practicing Secretive Evacuation Plans

Top US officials said a military helicopter was on a regular training mission when it collided with a civilian airliner over the Potomac River on Wednesday night. The scenario its pilots were preparing for was anything but routine.

25/01 Artificial intelligence increases private investment in AL

With growing global demand for data centers for artificial intelligence and cloud computing, private sector infrastructure investors see growing opportunities in Latin America, citing the availability of renewable energy and government incentives.

22/01 Brazil taps COP30 head, warns of Trump's impact on climate talks

Brazil's newly nominated head of the planned 2025 COP30 climate summit in the Amazonian city of Belem warned on Tuesday that President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement would cast a shadow over the talks.

17/01 Trump team prepares strategy on sanctions to reach Russia-Ukraine agreement

President-elect Donald Trump's advisers are crafting a broad sanctions strategy to facilitate a diplomatic deal between Russia and Ukraine in the coming months while putting pressure on Iran and Venezuela, according to sources familiar with the matter.

14/01 Greenland Is Ready to Cooperate With Trump, Premier Says

Greenland’s prime minister said he will seek a closer relationship with the US, highlighting the Arctic island’s push for independence amid renewed interest from Donald Trump.

08/01 Scholz zu Trump: Grenzen sind Grundprinzip des Völkerrechts

Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz hat auf Äußerungen des künftigen US-Präsidenten Donald Trump zu Gebietsansprüchen auf Kanada, Grönland und den Panamakanal mit Befremden reagiert. "Die Unverletzlichkeit von Grenzen ist ein Grundprinzip des Völkerrechts", sagte Scholz am Mittwoch in einer kurzfristig angesetzten Erklärung im Kanzleramt. Er habe darüber am Mittag mit einer Reihe europäischer Staats- und Re

08/01 Honda announces new EV prototype - working with Renesas to develop high-performance semiconductors

On the 7th, Honda unveiled two prototype models of its latest electric vehicle (EV) ``0 Series'' for the first time in the world at the technology trade show ``CES2025'' being held in Las Vegas, USA. The sedan and sports utility vehicle (SUV) will be equipped with a proprietary operating system (OS) and will be produced at a factory in Ohio, with plans to launch them on the market in early 2026.

07/01 Amazon, MercadoLibre to benefit from Mexico import tariffs, Itau BBA says 

E-commerce giants Amazon.com and MercadoLibre stand to benefit from new tariffs on low-cost imports into Mexico over Asian retailers like Shein and Temu, according to analysts at Itau BBA.

05/01 Argentine Rodrigo Garro charged with manslaughter after fatal crash incident

The 30-year-old victim died after a pickup truck struck his motorcycle.

03/01 VW and Stellantis stocks fall, some car models excluded from US EV tax credit

In the United States, the rules for electric vehicle (EV) tax credits have been tightened this week, and some models from brands such as Stellantis and Volkswagen (VW) are no longer eligible for the credit. The stock prices of both companies fell on the 3rd.

03/01 Tesla's Cybertruck will be eligible for U.S. tax credit for EVs starting this year

Starting this year, Tesla's Cybertruck pickup truck is eligible for a U.S. tax credit system of up to $7,500 (approximately 1.2 million yen). This is because stricter rules were introduced on the 1st, and some car models are now exempt.

03/01 Tesla's annual electric car sales fall for the first time in a decade

Tesla Inc.'s annual vehicle sales fell for the first time in more than a decade despite a year-end boost that lifted deliveries to a record in the fourth quarter.

03/01 Tesla's annual sales decline for the first time in over 10 years - stock price falls

Electric vehicle (EV) maker Tesla Inc.'s annual car sales have fallen for the first time in more than a decade. However, in the run-up to the end of the year, the October-December period (fourth quarter) hit a record high.

01/01 Mazda prepares to close record year, without electric cars

Mazda Motor Co. is closing out a banner year in a generally weak auto market, and its U.S. sales chief expects that momentum to extend into 2025, even without an all-electric vehicle in its lineup.

24/12 Mexico's president may be toughening fight with drug cartels

Amid a fresh wave of violence, Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has sent her security chief and thousands of troops to stem a bloody escalation of drug cartel crime in Sinaloa state, signaling a shift in security strategy in the Latin American nation.

24/12 Panama’s Leader Takes Up Feud With Trump Over Canal Control

Panama’s president rebuffed Donald Trump’s threat to reimpose US control over the Panama Canal, saying its shipping tolls aren’t inflated and that sovereignty over the waterway isn’t negotiable.

23/12 President of Panama responds to Trump's statements about control of the Canal

Panama's president rejected Donald Trump's threat to reimpose US control over the Panama Canal, saying its tolls are not inflated and sovereignty over the waterway is non-negotiable.

23/12 Trump Reiterates He Wants to Buy Greenland for US Security

Donald Trump hinted he still wants to buy Greenland, a self-ruling territory of Denmark, saying that US ownership and control of the island is an “absolute necessity” for national security.

22/12 Trump Demands Panama Lower Transit Fees or Return Canal

President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday that the Panama Canal is charging “exorbitant prices and rates of passage” on US naval and merchant ships, and he demanded that fees be lowered or else Panama should return the canal to the US.

20/12 FedEx Jumps on Plan to Spin Off $30 Billion Freight Unit

FedEx Corp. shares soared after the company said it plans to spin off its freight division into a separate publicly traded company in a deal that will streamline the parcel giant.

18/12 Latin America, Caribbean economies expected to grow 2.4% in 2025, UN says

Economies in Latin America and the Caribbean are expected to grow by 2.4% in 2025, driven by domestic consumption but tempered by a risk of worsening global geopolitical and trade tensions, the United Nations said on Wednesday.

18/12 Nissan and Honda integration talks likely to accelerate due to Hon Hai's intention to acquire - Renault is positive

Talks between Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. with a view to business integration appear to have accelerated after Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industry approached Nissan about acquiring shares. This was revealed by a person familiar with the matter.

18/12 Honda considers options including business integration with Nissan - hurdles to realization

On the 18th, Honda Vice President Shinji Aoyama told reporters that the company is considering various options, including business integration with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., but will provide an explanation when he is able to do so. It is true that the company is considering establishing a holding company.

18/12 Senator Elizabeth Warren presses Trump over Musk's “huge” ethical conflict

Progressive Senator Elizabeth Warren urged Donald Trump to establish ethical barriers to control a “huge conflict of interest” posed by Elon Musk's unofficial role in the transition of the president-elect and the incoming administration.

17/12 US Lawmakers May Include Ethanol Measure in Spending Bill

US ethanol producers may be on the brink of getting the green light from Congress to sell higher blends of their corn-based biofuel nationwide, a long-elusive goal that the industry considers crucial to its future.

13/12 Boeing to Spend $1 Billion to Expand 787 Dreamliner Complex

Boeing Co. plans to invest $1 billion and hire 500 workers in South Carolina as it expands manufacturing of its 787 Dreamliner to capture surging demand for widebody jets.

11/12 GM Calls It Quits on Mary Barra’s $50 Billion Robotaxi Dream

General Motors Co. Chief Executive Officer Mary Barra, clad in her signature leather jacket and masked up pandemic style, climbed into a Cruise robotaxi named Tostada for her first autonomous ride almost three years ago.

06/12 South American farmers hail Mercosur-EU deal, wary of fine print

South America's agricultural sector, a key source of global food, celebrated on Friday as the regional Mercosur bloc and the European Union struck a free trade agreement, though farmers said they wanted to see the small print of the deal.

04/12 Brussels Airlines is the best airline in the world - Japanese airlines do not make it into the top 10

On the 3rd, the US Air Help announced the 2024 edition of the world's airline ranking ``Air Help Score.''

03/12 Airbus to deliver approximately 80 aircraft in November and stakeholders - moving closer to achieving annual target

European aircraft maker Airbus delivered about 80 aircraft in November, people familiar with the matter said. This is the highest monthly figure this year. With just a few weeks left until the end of the year, Airbus is close to achieving its annual goals.

29/11 Police officers arrested in Brazil for taking bribes from gold miners

Two senior police officers were arrested in Brazil on suspicion that they took bribes and provided security for illegal gold mining activity in the Amazon, according to a court document seen by Reuters on Friday.

27/11 GM, Ford Fall on Trump Tariffs Seen Adding $3,000 to Car Prices

Shares of US automakers tumbled on worries that a new round of tariffs imposed by President-elect Donald Trump will cause sticker prices to soar even further.

26/11 Rare pudu birth in Argentina sparks conservation hopes for tiny enigmatic deer

A rare pudu fawn was born in a biopark in Argentina earlier this month, giving scientists and conservationists a unique chance to study and collect data on the tiny enigmatic deer.

26/11 Peru's small miners block highways, camp outside Congress demanding registry extension

Thousands of small-scale miners in Peru blocked roads and camped outside Congress on Monday to demand extension of a program that allows them to operate temporarily, but which authorities say has expanded illegal mining.

21/11 Mexico's controversial judicial elections face possible delay

Mexico's first round of elections of judges by popular vote, the product of a contentious constitutional overhaul passed in September, could be pushed back by around three months if the Senate accepts a request by the electoral authority to postpone them, the electoral body's head said on Thursday.

18/11 Chile's 'seed guardians' grow and protect forgotten food varieties

An emerging group of farmers and growers in Chile, known as seed guardians, aim to protect the traditional crops of their ancestors, keeping them safe from industrial agriculture and genetic modification.

18/11 Brazil's Embraer signs MoU to expand collaboration with Indonesia's PTDI

Brazilian planemaker Embraer said late on Sunday that it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indonesia's PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) to expand their collaboration in commercial aviation.

15/11 Rivian and Tesla stock prices fall as Trump reportedly plans to abolish EV tax credit

Stock prices of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers fell on the US stock market on the 14th. Reuters reported that President-elect Trump plans to eliminate a $7,500 (approximately 1.17 million yen) tax credit for purchasing EVs.

13/11 Quinoa, ceviche and Chinese fusion on menu as Peru hosts Biden, Xi

Peru is hoping its famous cuisine will live up to its reputation at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum, serving world leaders its iconic ceviche, quinoa and Chinese fusion dishes.

13/11 Boeing, Airbus Throw Supplier Lifeline Ahead of Takeover

Boeing Co. and Airbus SE will provide more than $450 million in financial assistance to help keep key supplier Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc. afloat ahead of their planned purchase of the company’s assets next year.

12/11 Argentine heart health faces 'perfect storm' amid Milei's austerity

Ada, a severely anemic 83-year-old Argentine woman, waited for six months to get an appointment to operate on a heart blockage due to a lack of supplies and a web of bureaucracy that could have cost her life.

09/11 Man shot dead at Brazil's Sao Paulo international airport

A man was shot and killed on Friday afternoon at Sao Paulo's international airport, Brazil's busiest, authorities said, with local media reporting the murder was likely linked to organized crime.

07/11 China is more prepared for Trump, even with the risk of 60% tariffs

When Donald Trump began a trade war with China in 2018, Beijing found itself at a disadvantage and uncertain how to respond. This time, President Xi Jinping is better prepared for a fight, even if he has more to lose.

01/11 Brazil federal police concludes probe into Braskem salt mining disaster 

Brazil's federal police said on Friday that 20 people have been formally accused following an investigation into a sinking ground disaster related to salt mining activities in Maceio, where petrochemicals firm Braskem has been active for decades.

01/11 Boeing Gains After Union Endorses Sweetened Offer to End Strike

Boeing Co.’s shares rose after reaching a tentative agreement with union leaders representing 33,000 striking workers to end a lengthy labor dispute that’s crippling the company’s commercial airplane manufacturing.

29/10 Brazil institute sues social media giants for $525 mln over usage by minors

Brazil's Collective Defense Institute, a consumer rights group, has filed two lawsuits demanding 3 billion reais ($525.27 million) from the Brazilian units of TikTok, Kwai and Meta Platforms for allegedly failing to create mechanisms to prevent indiscriminate use of these social media platforms by minors, according to initial petitions reviewed by Reuters.

24/10 Tesla reports dazzling results and optimistic forecasts

Shares of Tesla Inc. rose in early trading after the automaker reported surprisingly strong earnings and forecast up to 30% growth in vehicle sales next year.

10/10 Fake Jet-Engine Parts Case Prompts Call for Supply Chain Reforms

GE Aerospace, Airbus SE and other aviation heavyweights proposed a series of reforms to tighten up aerospace supply chains after the discovery of spare components allegedly backed by falsified records set off a frantic global search last year.

04/10 US Dockworkers Suspend Three-Day Strike After Contract Extension

US dockworkers agreed to end a three-day strike that had paralyzed trade on the US East and Gulf coasts and threatened to become a factor in the presidential election.

24/09 Cathay Expands North America Services, Adds Direct Dallas Route

Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. will add dozens of flights a week to the US and Canada, bringing most services in the key North American market back to pre-Covid levels.

14/09 Former UPS Driver Wins $238 Million Verdict in Suit Over Firing

A Black UPS driver won a $237.6 million jury verdict in a case in which he alleged he’d been discriminated against and subject to a hostile work environment before being fired.

12/09 China instructs manufacturers to keep advanced EV technology domestically - official

China is urging its automakers to keep advanced electric vehicle (EV) technology domestic. This was revealed by a person familiar with the matter.

10/09 Siemens builds a new rolling stock factory in New York to bring 322km/h high-speed railway to the US

German engineering giant Siemens will invest $60 million (approximately 8.6 billion yen) to build a new factory in northwestern New York state. A production system will be established by labor union members to manufacture high-speed rail cars to North American specifications.

09/09 Mexico's senate commissions debate judicial reform

The plan calls for judges and magistrates to be elected by popular vote. It has strained relations with the U.S.

08/09 Venezuela opposition leader Gonzalez flies to Spain after arrest warrant

The opposition says Edmundo Gonzalez won the July presidential election. Prosecutors issued an arrest warrant for him in connection to the publication of the tallies.

07/09 Venezuela revokes Brazil's authorization to represent Argentine interests in the country

Venezuela revoked Brazil's authorization to represent Argentine interests in the country, including administering the embassy where six opposition figures are sheltering, the Venezuelan government said Saturday.

06/09 Mexico inflation seen easing in August after months accelerating

Mexico's headline inflation rate likely eased in August after accelerating for the previous five months, a Reuters poll of analysts showed on Friday, boosting expectations that the Bank of Mexico will cut the benchmark interest rate later this month.

06/09 Brazil human rights minister faces sexual harassment accusations

Brazil's government summoned Human Rights Minister Silvio Almeida on Friday to clarify accusations that he sexually harassed several women, including another cabinet minister.

06/09 Argentina analysts cut 2024 inflation forecast to nearly 123%

Argentina's monthly inflation rate stood at 3.9% in August and is expected to close the year at an annualized rate of nearly 123%, according to analysts surveyed by the central bank in a poll published on Thursday.

06/09 Airbus A350, European authorities to require engine inspection - fire confirmed

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) will require a one-time inspection of the Airbus A350's engines. The measure was taken in response to an engine fire during a Cathay Pacific flight, forcing the airline to ground some of its aircraft.

05/09 Toyota's Camry sales soar in the U.S. - hybridization contributes

Last year, Toyota Motor Corporation decided to make its best-selling sedan in the United States hybrid-only. A decision that seemed provocative at the time, but looking at the latest monthly sales figures, it now seems like a no-brainer.

03/09 Clash between isolated indigenous group and loggers leaves two dead in Peru's Amazon

Two loggers in Peru's Amazon have been killed and two others are missing after a clash with the Mashco Piro, an indigenous community that has long isolated itself, a local advocacy organization said Tuesday.

03/09 Cathay to inspect all Airbus A350s due to engine problems

Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific Airways has announced that it will be forced to cancel some flights. An engine problem was discovered in Airbus' A350 long-distance passenger plane, and all planes of the same type will be inspected "just in case."

02/09 Logger operating near isolated Peru tribe gets certification suspended

An international forestry group has suspended the sustainability certification of a logging company operating on land near an uncontacted tribe in Peru's Amazon, the NGO Survival International said on Monday, handing an initial victory to groups demanding a stop to logging in the area.

30/08 Musk’s Clash With Brazil Deepens, Threatening X and Starlink

Fallout from the clash between Elon Musk and a justice on Brazil’s top court spread across the billionaire’s companies as the judge vowed to shut down X and blocked Starlink bank accounts in Latin America’s largest economy.

22/08 Lithium mining is slowly sinking Chile's Atacama salt flat, study shows

Chile's Atacama salt flat is sinking at a rate of 1 to 2 centimeters (0.4 to 0.8 inches) per year due to lithium brine extraction, according to a study by the University of Chile.

22/08 How Mike Lynch’s Luxury Yacht Sank Within Minutes

The Bayesian was built to withstand hurricanes, but sailors who witnessed the scene were shocked at how quickly it disappeared into the Mediterranean.

22/08 Guatemala prosecutors request to remove Arevalo's presidential immunity

Guatemalan prosecutors on Wednesday filed a request to strip President Bernardo Arevalo of the criminal immunity granted to his role so he can face charges for alleged abuse of authority, the latest twist in an ongoing face-off between the two sides.

20/08 Strike at Lundin's Caserones copper mine showing no signs of resolution after a week, union says

A strike by a workers' union at Lundin Mining's Caserones copper mine in Chile that has dragged on for more than a week is not showing any signs of resolution, the union's president said on Monday.

20/08 Boeing Halts 777X Flight Tests Over Damaged Engine Mount

Boeing Co. has paused flight tests of its 777X jetliner while it inspects the four-aircraft fleet for cracking in a crucial structural component that mounts the hulking General Electric Co. engines to the plane’s wings.

20/08 BHP's quick strike fix sets tone for labor talks amid copper rally

Mining giant BHP's quick fix to a recent six-day strike at its huge Escondida copper mine in Chile could set the tone for upcoming negotiations elsewhere, with workers emboldened by high copper prices to push for a larger share of the profits.

14/08 China's steel industry faces a deeper crisis than in previous downturns, its biggest manufacturer warns

China's steel industry is facing a deeper crisis than the downturns of 2008 and 2015. The world's largest steelmaker warned, emphasizing the need to conserve cash and describing the situation as a "harsh winter."

12/08 Argentina oilseed workers' strike nears one-week mark

An oilseed workers' strike in Argentina is set to carry on into its seventh day on Monday as wage negotiations with firms remained stalled, affecting shipments from one of the world's major grain exporters.

12/08 US arrests of Mexican drug lords could bring fresh charges in home country

Mexico is now investigating two drug lords arrested in the United States last month for their involvement in a slew of alleged crimes committed in their home country in order to get them stateside, federal authorities said on Sunday.

11/08 Mexican drug lord 'El Mayo' Zambada says he was ambushed in new account of US arrest

Mexican drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada was tricked by the son of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman and forced to board a plane bound for the United States last month, he said in a statement on Saturday.

08/08 Northern Brazil cuts hydro power use with prolonged drought

Severe drought in an Amazonian river that powers two of Brazil's largest hydroelectric plants has forced a policy shift toward using more thermal sources and energy imports in the northern region, a government agency said.

08/08 British Airways to suspend flights to Beijing from October 26th

British Airways (BA) will suspend its London-Beijing flights from October 26th. This is due to the continued closure of Russia's airspace and sluggish demand.

08/08 US tops China as Germany's biggest trading partner

The United States overtook China as Germany's biggest trading partner in the first half of 2024, according to preliminary German statistics office data, as Berlin's drive to reduce dependency on Beijing takes shape amid a resilient U.S. economy.

08/08 Boeing’s Instructions to Workers Criticized as Complicated, Confusing

Boeing Co.’s quality management system came under close scrutiny at a hearing investigating the Jan. 5 accident on a 737 Max 9 aircraft, with one worker representative criticizing the processes as overly complex and difficult to follow.

07/08 Mexico inflation seen ticking up in July to highest in over a year, Reuters poll finds

Mexico's headline inflation rate likely accelerated again in July to reach its highest level in more than a year, while the core index is forecast to continue to moderate, a Reuters poll showed on Tuesday.

07/08 Costa Rica with US help nabs 21 suspects linked to human trafficking

An extensive police operation in Costa Rica on Tuesday resulted in the arrests of 21 people suspected of links to an international human-trafficking network operating between Ecuador and the United States, police said.

06/08 Honda-Nissan alliance joins with Toyota, says unification of OS is key to survival

Collaboration between Honda and Nissan Motors has begun. As software is added to the competitive field of automobile development and foreign IT majors become rivals, even a three-company alliance that includes Mitsubishi Motors is not enough to survive, so it is necessary to join forces with the Toyota Motor Group and join forces with Japanese companies. There are also voices saying that there is.

29/07 Toyota chairman says he won't be elected as director next year if things continue like this - speaks on company media

On the 29th, Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Akio Toyoda posted a video on his company's media, ``Toyo Times,'' in which institutional investors announced that the approval rate for his appointment as a director had dropped to 71.93% at the June annual general meeting of shareholders. ``If things continue at this pace, I won't be able to serve as a director next year,'' he said.

23/07 Berkshire Hathaway sells more BYD and reaches its share below 5%

Berkshire Hathaway sold another block of BYD shares, taking its stake in one of the world's biggest automakers to less than 5%, up from more than 20% two years ago.

19/07 Global Flights Grind to Halt as United, Delta Stop Service

Airlines around the world experienced disruption on an unprecedented scale after a widespread global computer outage kept aircraft on the ground and created chaos at airports just as the busiest summer vacation season gets underway.

13/07 JSX Forced Out of New York Airport’s VIP Private-Jet Terminal

Travelers flying JSX and other public charter airlines from New York’s Westchester County Airport will have to line up and pass through security checkpoints just like everyone else.

12/07 Chilean lithium to be eligible for U.S. tax break

Products made with Chilean-mined lithium - used for electric-vehicle batteries - will be eligible for U.S. tax benefits, the Andean country's government said on Thursday.

05/07 Peru Congress approves statute of limitations for crimes against humanity

Peru's Congress passed a law on Thursday introducing a statute of limitations for crimes against humanity, despite opposition from human rights organizations who argue the measure will hamper ongoing investigations into serious abuses.

04/07 La Nina threatens Latin America with hurricanes and droughts, experts say

The pattern is seen fueling a greater climate variability across the region.

02/07 Peru's ex-presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori begins trial for money laundering

Former Peruvian presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori arrived in court on Monday at the start of a trial over allegations she received illegal funds from a Brazilian construction company and local firms, which could carry a jail penalty of up to 30 years.

28/06 Boeing to resume deliveries of wide-body jets to China, authorities approve - official

Boeing has been allowed to resume deliveries of wide-body aircraft to Chinese airlines. This was revealed by multiple people briefed on the matter. China's aviation safety authorities have reportedly completed a technical review of key cockpit components.

25/06 Airbus lowers delivery target for this year to 770 aircraft; earnings forecast also revised downward

European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has lowered its full-year earnings forecast and aircraft delivery targets for this year. Demand for jets is at record levels, but has been hurt by persistent supply chain issues that continue to make it difficult to procure critical parts.

16/06 Prisoners end hunger strike in Venezuela after agreement with government

Inmates in 20 jails and detention facilities in Venezuela have ended a week-long hunger strike to protest against conditions and delays in judicial reviews after reaching a deal with the government, a non-governmental organization said on Saturday.

15/06 Argentina's Milei meets with IMF at G7 after greeting Biden

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei met the managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday on the sidelines of the G7 summit, the most important international forum he has attended since taking office in December.

13/06 Amazon, Vrio to launch satellite internet in South America, competing with Starlink

Amazon and telecommunications firm Vrio will jointly launch a satellite internet service in seven South American countries, the two parties said on Thursday, putting them in direct competition with Elon Musk's Starlink.

08/06 Acceleration of cross-holding dissolution, shareholder meeting to be a serious battle - two mega banks plan to sell Toyota shares

The fact that two megabanks are considering selling their cross-shareholdings in Toyota Motor Corporation indicates that the trend toward dissolving cross-shareholdings by Japanese companies is gaining momentum. From a company's perspective, it also means the loss of stable shareholders, and the general meeting of shareholders, which was once seen as a formality, may become a place for more seriou

07/06 MUFG and Sumitomo Mitsui FG to sell Toyota shares for 1.3 trillion yen - officials

It was learned on the 7th that two megabanks, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (FG), are considering selling their cross-shareholdings in Toyota Motor Corporation. This is the first time that a major financial institution's move to sell Toyota shares on a large scale has been revealed.

04/06 Airbus sells over 100 A330neos to China - official

European aircraft manufacturer Airbus is in talks to sell more than 100 A330neos to China. Negotiations have gained momentum since Chinese President Xi Jinping visited France last month and met with French President Emmanuel Macron.

03/06 Toyota Halts Sales of Three Cars as Safety Scandal Deepens

Japan suspended the delivery and sales of six vehicles — including three manufactured by Toyota Motor Corp. — escalating a safety scandal that has embroiled a handful of the world’s top automakers.

29/05 Lula removes Brazilian ambassador to Israel amid diplomatic spat

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva removed his ambassador to Israel from his post and sent him to serve as his special representative in Geneva amid a diplomatic spat between the two countries, the official gazette showed on Wednesday.

28/05 ISS and Glass Lewis unanimously oppose appointment of Toyota Chairman Toyoda as director

By the 28th, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS), a US proxy voting advisory firm, had recommended against Chairman Akio Toyoda's proposal to elect a director at Toyota Motor Corporation's annual general meeting of shareholders to be held on June 18th. Glass Lewis, a competitor of ISS, had also recommended against the appointment of Toyoda as chairman, and both companies have come to the same

28/05 BYD announces new plug-in hybrid vehicle with cruising range of over 2,000 km

BYD, China's largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced on the 28th a new plug-in hybrid vehicle that can travel more than 2,000 kilometers without charging or refueling.

23/05 Argentina's Milei belts out heavy metal at book launch

Argentine President Javier Milei looked more like a rock star than an economist-turned-politician on stage Wednesday night.

23/05 20 people still in intensive care after Singapore Airlines turbulence accident

A Singapore Airlines flight was hit by turbulence on the 21st and was forced to make an emergency landing in Thailand's capital Bangkok. More than 24 hours later, on the 22nd, 20 people were still being treated in the intensive care unit (ICU).

21/05 Messi leads Argentina's squad for pre-Copa America friendlies

Argentina on Monday named a 29-man squad led by Lionel Messi for their final friendlies before the Copa America but there was no place for forward Paulo Dybala who has struggled with injuries.

20/05 Suspicion spreads within Tesla, ``it's my turn next'' due to unending layoffs

Tesla employees live in fear of layoff notification emails that begin with "Dear Employee."

16/05 HV is a cash cow, EV stalls, Toyota has overwhelming profit margin - Honda is profitable for automobiles

When Toyota Motor Corporation released the world's first mass-produced hybrid vehicle (HV), the Prius, in 1997, it was said that HVs would lose money the more they were sold, but as the technology matured, there was a global reappraisal movement. As a result, it is becoming a "dollar box" product.

15/05 Mexico election 2024: Claudia Sheinbaum holds wide lead in latest poll

Former Mexico City Mayor and ruling party candidate Claudia Sheinbaum held a comfortable, albeit slightly narrower lead over her closest rival ahead of the nation's elections less than three weeks away, a poll showed on Tuesday.

14/05 US industry groups object to large influx of used cooking oil from China, demand higher tariffs

As US President Biden prepares for new tariffs on China, US soybean industry groups are calling for higher tariffs on Chinese used cooking oil. They argue that U.S. crops destined for biofuels are at a disadvantage.

11/05 Elon Musk Pledges to Grow Supercharger Business He Just Decimated

Elon Musk touted plans to expand Tesla Inc.’s Supercharger network just over a week after firing almost all of the roughly 500 people who ran the business.

10/05 Peru president's brother arrested in graft probe as Rolex scandal spreads

Peruvian police detained President Dina Boluarte's brother and lawyer on Friday amid a probe into alleged influence peddling, ramping up pressure on the Andean country's leader already being investigated over how she got pricey Rolex watches and jewelry.

05/05 Brazil ex-president Bolsonaro hospitalized again with skin infection

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said on Sunday he had to be hospitalized again in the northern city of Manaus due to a skin infection caused by a bacteria, adding there is no forecast for when he could be discharged.

05/05 Death toll from rains in southern Brazil climbs to 66, over 100 still missing

The death toll from heavy rains that have inundated Brazil's southern state of Rio Grande do Sul has risen to at least 66, local authorities said on Sunday.

04/05 Death toll from rains in southern Brazil climbs to 56

The death toll from rains in Brazil's southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul rose to 57, local authorities said on Saturday afternoon, while dozens still have not been accounted for.

03/05 Rains in southern Brazil kill at least 37, more than 70 still missing

Heavy rains battering Brazil's southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul have killed 37 people, local authorities said on Friday, and the death toll is expected to rise as dozens still have not been accounted for.

01/05 NotTurtle: NotCo releases AI-designed 'turtle' soup

It tastes like sought-after turtle soup but there is no trace of shelled critters in the bowl: Chilean plant-based food firm NotCo recreated this famous dish using artificial intelligence and in doing so hopes to help raise awareness about the endangered reptile.

30/04 Peru seeks to avoid arbitration over Chinese-built mega port

The Peruvian government is looking to avoid an international arbitration process which could be filed by Chinese port operator Cosco Shipping over a legal dispute regarding exclusivity rights to a massive facility being built by the firm, an official said on Monday.

27/04 France ready to finance Morocco's 3GW power link to Western Sahara

France is ready to participate in funding a 3 gigawatt power cable linking the Moroccan city of Casablanca to the town of Dakhla in Western Sahara, French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said on Friday.

26/04 X tells Brazil court 'operational faults' allowed blocked users to remain active

Lawyers representing X in Brazil told the Supreme Court on Friday that "operational faults" have allowed users who were ordered blocked to stay active on the social media platform.

25/04 Brazil's QI Tech gets unicorn status after fresh General Atlantic-led investment

Brazilian financial services provider QI Tech has reached a valuation of more than $1 billion, it said in a statement on Thursday, getting "unicorn" status after a new investment round led by equity investor General Atlantic.

24/04 Mexico president eyes fresh pension fund ahead of election

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said on Tuesday he hopes to present a new fund aimed at boosting the lower pensions in the system on May 1, a month ahead of presidential elections.

23/04 Brazil judge gives X five days to explain alleged non-compliance with court ruling

A Brazilian Supreme Court justice has given social media platform X until Friday to explain why it allegedly did not fully comply with earlier rulings ordering the Elon Musk-owned company to block certain accounts.

14/04 Honda's first American-made EV will share assembly line with gasoline-powered cars (13th)

Honda plans to share the assembly line with gasoline-powered vehicles for its first American-made electric vehicle (EV), which will be produced in 2025 at a factory in Ohio.

09/04 Boeing’s 777 ‘Gliders’ Signal More Cash Woes

Boeing Co. likely didn’t deliver any 777 freighters during the first quarter, adding to its cash woes at a time when 737 Max handovers are sluggish amid heightened government scrutiny.

02/04 How Rolexes put Peru's presidency at risk

Peru has had six presidents since 2018 and current head of state Dina Boluarte in political hot water and facing calls to step down amid questions about the provenance of her collection of Rolex watches.

01/04 Chinese EV manufacturers go on the offensive with Tesla price hikes - Xiaomi's entry also threatens

Chinese automakers are seizing the recent price increases by electric vehicle maker Tesla as an opportunity to lure potential customers by offering incentives such as purchase subsidies and gift certificates. Smartphone maker Xiaomi feels threatened by its entry into the EV market, and is trying to defend itself.

27/03 Container ship collides with bridge in Baltimore, US, has had multiple troubles in the past

The container ship that collided with a large connecting bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, caused the bridge to collapse, and has caused trouble in the past. There had been at least one collision, and there were also concerns about the propulsion system.

27/03 China's One Belt, One Road initiative fails to meet 8 trillion yen in spending - aid to Southeast Asia

It has been revealed that China has not been able to fulfill over $50 billion (approximately 7.6 trillion yen), more than one-third of the infrastructure spending it promised to Southeast Asian countries under its mega-economic zone initiative "One Belt, One Road." This was revealed in the report.

27/03 Argentina says Maduro opponents taking refuge in its Venezuela embassy

Some Venezuelan opposition leaders have sought refuge at the Argentine embassy in Caracas, the Argentine government said in a statement late on Tuesday, adding that it was concerned over what it called a deterioration of institutions and persecution towards those opposed to President Nicolas Maduro.

19/03 AMLO Prepares to Take Over Vulcan Property in Mexico’s Mayan Riviera

The Mexican government is preparing to take control of a quarry and port owned by Vulcan Materials Co. on the nation’s Caribbean coast after years of negotiations failed to produce a deal to buy the property, according to people familiar with the plans.

13/03 Brazil court suspends criminal lawsuits against former Vale CEO over dam collapse

A Brazilian court on Wednesday suspended multiple criminal lawsuits against Vale's Chief Executive Fabio Schvartsman over the deadly 2019 collapse of a tailings dam at a mine owned by the company.

13/03 United Tells Boeing to Stop Making Its Long Delayed Max 10s

United Airlines Holdings Inc. has told Boeing Co. to stop building 737 Max 10 jets for the carrier, opting to switch to a smaller variant and the rival Airbus SE A321 until the US planemaker can pull the stretched single-aisle through its long-delayed certification.

13/03 Argentina downpour drenches crop fields, flash floods in Buenos Aires

Intense rains in Argentina are beginning to leave the soil too wet in key agricultural areas, which could also make it harder to harvest the 2023/24 soybean crop, a climate specialist said on Tuesday, though the conditions could be good for the 2024/25 wheat crop.

10/03 Peru rules out 2 suspects planned attack at APEC forum

Peru's authorities ruled out the initial hypothesis that an Iranian and a Peruvian arrested on Friday were planning an attack on an Israeli person at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.

09/03 Global Trade Struggles to Bounce Back from 2023 Slump, WTO Says

Global merchandise trade is struggling to accelerate from a slump last year amid signs that growth in the automotive industry is softening, the World Trade Organization said.

08/03 Ethiopia Mulls Dropping Somaliland Recognition After Uproar

Ethiopia is considering scrapping a plan to recognize the breakaway state of Somaliland, amid international pressure to defuse regional tensions over the proposal, according to people familiar with the matter.

07/03 Nobel laureates sound alarm as Argentina cuts science funding

Sixty-eight Nobel laureates in chemistry, medicine, economics, and physics sent a letter on Wednesday to Argentine President Javier Milei voicing concern that cuts to science and technology funding will hinder Argentina's development and its global contributions.

06/03 Thousands march in Colombia to protest government reforms

Thousands of people marched through Colombia's biggest cities on Wednesday to protest political, economic and social reforms backed by President Gustavo Petro, as well as to demand action against deteriorating security.

29/02 Guatemala court convicts seven soldiers for 2012 Indigenous killings

A Guatemalan court on Wednesday convicted seven soldiers for their roles in the killing of six Indigenous protesters in 2012, while a colonel and another soldier were acquitted.

25/02 Buffett doesn't expect 'spectacular' results - cash levels hit record high

Berkshire Hathaway, the investment and insurance company led by famous investor Warren Buffett, has a record high level of cash on hand. Mr. Buffett said there were no meaningful deals that would allow him to achieve "remarkable results."

22/02 Boeing Replaces Head of 737 Max Program

Boeing Co. ousted the head of its 737 Max program, shaking up management less than two months after the midair blowout that’s led to withering scrutiny of manufacturing quality at the US planemaker.

21/02 Chile reopens inquiry into Nobel laureate Pablo Neruda's 1973 death

A Chilean appeals court on Tuesday ordered the reopening of an investigation into the death of the leftist poet and Nobel laureate Pablo Neruda in 1973 soon after the military seized power in a coup.

15/02 'More and more hunger': Argentina's soup kitchens on brink of collapse from high inflation

A week ago, 20 kilograms (44 pounds) of pasta was enough to feed the dozens of families who visit the Sal de la Tierra soup kitchen in Villa Fiorito, a poor Buenos Aires suburb beset by the economic crisis ravaging Argentina.

13/02 Numerous Russian crude oil tankers suspended, showing effects of tougher U.S. sanctions

Many tankers carrying Russian crude oil have ceased operations due to the heavy pressure of U.S. sanctions. This is a sign that Western authorities' tightening of sanctions is beginning to have a visible effect.

07/02 Former Chile President Pinera drowned following helicopter crash

Former Chilean President Sebastian Pinera died from asphyxiation due to submersion after the helicopter he was piloting crashed into a lake in southern Chile on Tuesday.

07/02 Tesla sold only 1 unit in South Korea in January - EV demand declines

U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker Tesla sold only one vehicle in South Korea in January. A series of headwinds over safety concerns, prices and a lack of charging infrastructure weighed on demand.

02/02 Chile's capital faces heat wave, experts warn of more to come

Chile's capital and other regions are facing a heat wave, as meteorologists warn that extremely hot weather will become increasingly frequent in the country's austral summer.

01/02 Musk Gets Big ‘Yes’ Vote to Deepen Texas Ties After Pay Rejected

Elon Musk wants to deepen his links to Texas.

31/01 UPS CEO Kicks Off Productivity Drive by Cutting 12,000 Managers

Carol Tomé changed United Parcel Service Inc.’s. management theme to “Better and Bolder” during contentious labor-union talks last year, leaving investors wondering what the chief executive officer meant. They know now.

30/01 Boeing Pulls Max 7 Safety Waiver Request in Bow to Pressure

Boeing Co. withdrew a request for a key safety exemption meant to speed approval of its coming 737 Max 7 aircraft, bending to a chorus of pressure on the planemaker to prioritize safety in the wake of a near-catastrophe on one of its jets.

26/01 Mexico high schoolers take up arms after village kidnappings

A volunteer police force in rural Mexico that says it has been overwhelmed by local kidnappings has recruited schoolchildren as young as 12 to join its ranks, the latest sign of how some parts of the country are struggling to cope with organized crime.

24/01 Russian military plane crashes near Ukraine border with 74 prisoners of war on board

According to Russia, a Defense Ministry transport plane carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war and nine crew members and guards crashed in Belgorod Oblast, near the border with Ukraine.

18/01 Winter weather upends travel in Germany for a second day

Heavy snowfall and icy conditions upended air, car and train travel across Germany for a second day on Thursday.

17/01 Winter weather snarls air, train travel across Germany

Freezing rain in central and southern Germany grounded hundreds of flights and restricted train traffic on Wednesday as the weather service warned of slippery roads and heavy snowfall.

16/01 Elon Musk Pressures Tesla’s Board for Another Massive Payday

Elon Musk leaned on Tesla Inc.’s board to arrange another massive performance award for him after he sold a significant chunk of his stake in the company to acquire Twitter.

14/01 The farmers pull up to the gate and want to turn off the traffic lights

On Monday at 5 a.m. Cynthia Frey will climb into her 300-horsepower tractor and drive through the darkness into the center of Berlin. There she will join hundreds of other farmers at the Brandenburg Gate to demand the resignation of Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

10/01 Mercedes Plant in Alabama Reaches Key Milestone in UAW Union Campaign

The United Auto Workers union said it has signed up 30% of employees at a Mercedes-Benz Group AG plant in Alabama, a key step for an audacious new organizing campaign that’s targeting over a dozen carmakers at once.

10/01 Boeing CEO Fights Back Tears and Admits ‘Our Mistake’ in 737 Address

(Bloomberg) -- Boeing Co. Chief Executive Officer Dave Calhoun fought back tears as he said the planemaker must own up to its shortcomings, underscoring the stakes of a safety incident that’s renewing questions over the quality of its manufacturing.

09/01 Mexico president apologizes for calling trans lawmaker 'man dressed as a woman'

Mexico President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador apologized on Tuesday for misgendering a transgender representative of his political party, after his comments sparked criticism from rights groups.

09/01 Allemagne-La production industrielle recule de façon inattendue en novembre

La production industrielle allemande a reculé de manière inattendue en novembre par rapport au mois précédent, a annoncé mardi l'Office fédéral de la statistique, marquant ainsi six mois de baisse consécutive.

08/01 Mexico's headline inflation likely ticked higher in December

Mexico's headline inflation likely sped up slightly in December for the second consecutive month, a Reuters poll showed on Monday, while the closely monitored core rate was expected to continue its descent.

07/01 US Braces for High-Stakes Decisions Over Houthi Sea Strikes

The US and its allies have weighed striking Yemen’s Houthi militants after telling them to either halt their attacks on ships in the Red Sea or face unspecified action.

05/01 Many Chinese automakers fail to meet annual sales targets due to intensifying competition

In 2023, only about one-third of Chinese automakers were able to achieve their annual sales targets. Competition is intensifying in the world's largest automobile market.

05/01 Tesla recalls virtually all cars sold in China due to problems with autonomous driving assistance

Tesla, an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer in the US, has effectively recalled (free collection and repair) all cars it has ever sold in China. The reason for this is a problem with the automatic driving assistance system Autopilot, which increases the risk of collisions.

03/01 Record half-million migrants crossed Latin America's dangerous Darien Gap in 2023

A record 520,000 migrants crossed the treacherous jungle between Colombia and Panama known as the Darien Gap in 2023, more than double the number reported the year before, according to government figures seen by Reuters on Tuesday.

01/01 Iran Sends Warship to Red Sea After US Sinks Houthi Boats

Iran dispatched a warship to the Red Sea after the US Navy destroyed three Houthi boats, a move that risks ratcheting up tensions and complicates Washington’s goal of securing a waterway that’s vital to global trade.

27/12 Ghost Ships at Reawakened North Korea Port Put Ukraine in Peril

A dormant North Korean port near the border with Russia has sprung back to life, fueling what experts say is a burgeoning trade in arms destined for the frontlines in Ukraine that is simultaneously bolstering the anemic economy managed by Kim Jong Un.

21/12 Another major airbag recall looms in the US - could cost up to $10 billion

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is proceeding with an unprecedented effort to force a mandatory recall (return and repair free of charge) of up to 52 million inflators that inflate automobile airbags. On the other hand, automakers are increasingly protesting.

19/12 Rudy Giuliani Sued Again by 2020 Georgia Poll Workers for Defamation

Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani was sued again for allegedly defaming two former Georgia 2020 election workers, just days after they won a $148 million jury verdict against him for damaging their reputations.

07/12 UAW Signs Up 1,000 Volkswagen Workers in Tennessee Organizing Push

The United Auto Workers said it has signed up more than 1,000 employees at Volkswagen AG’s non-union Tennessee auto plant, setting up a high-stakes showdown at a site where the union suffered painful past defeats.

27/11 Tesla Wins Injunction as Swedish Labor Battle Lands in Court

A Swedish county court issued a temporary injunction granting Tesla Inc. the right to take delivery of license plates for its cars, potentially offering the company a partial reprieve from a spiraling strike.

23/11 Venezuela denies entry to flight of deportees, Chilean official says

Venezuelan authorities rejected a flight of Venezuelans expelled from Chile trying to enter the country, a top Chilean official said on Thursday.

16/11 'We're releasing life': Heat wave speeds turtle hatching in Peru

In the Peruvian Amazon, an extended heat wave and drought have shortened the incubation period for thousands of turtle hatchlings released into the river by biologists as part of a local environmental program.

15/11 China Smartphone Maker Xiaomi Gives First Glimpse of its Debut EV

Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi Corp. has given the first glimpse of its debut electric vehicle, a five-seat sedan with a panoramic glass roof.

12/11 Apple’s Top iPhone Supplier Goes to Outer Space With New Satellites

The world’s biggest producer of iPhones is going to outer space.

10/11 Argentina retail prices seen slipping under double digits in October

Argentina's consumer prices likely rose by less than double digits in October, a Reuters poll showed on Friday, slowing down after hitting a three-decade high in September.

08/11 El Nino rains wipe out Paraguay neighborhoods, with more to come

Heavy rains caused by the El Nino weather phenomenon has sent hundreds to shelters in the town of Ayolas in southern Paraguay, with residents bracing for more flooding on the way.

08/11 Rivian Ends Amazon Van Exclusivity, Boosts Output Forecast

Rivian Automotive Inc. ended an exclusivity agreement to sell battery-electric vans to Amazon.com Inc. as the automaker raised its forecast for its overall production this year.

06/11 Musk's Starlink wins bid to roll out Mexico's rural satellite internet -documents

Starlink, the satellite internet service of billionaire Elon Musk's rocket manufacturer SpaceX, has won a tender from Mexico's state energy firm to provide services through December 2026, according to documents seen by Reuters on Monday.

04/11 UAW President Sees ‘Ugly’ Labor Strife Ahead at Ford Battery Plants

The United Auto Workers’ president says there could be a nasty fight ahead to organize workers at Ford Motor Co.’s jointly-owned electric battery plants, after the company declined to join its competitors in agreeing to ease the unionization process.

30/10 Tesla and Anti-Union Elon Musk Make Enticing Targets for UAW's Next Push

The union has before tried and failed to organize the electric-car leader.

30/10 Trump Loses Fight to Stall DC Gag Order in Election Case

A federal judge in Washington has denied Donald Trump’s request to keep on hold a partial gag order barring him from publicly criticizing prosecutors, potential witnesses, and court staff involved in the federal election prosecution against him.

24/10 GM Removes Guidance After UAW Strike Muddies Profit Outlook

General Motors Co. can no longer say if it will make up to $14 billion in profit this year because a United Auto Workers strike, now in its sixth week, has made the company’s financial future too difficult to predict.

23/10 Sergio Massa: Can Argentina presidential candidate win election with Peronism?

Argentina's Economy Minister Sergio Massa is looking to defy political gravity, convincing voters to back a Peronist coalition that has held the reins as inflation has neared 140% and two-fifths of the population slid into poverty.

20/10 Mexico's lower house OKs major tax cut for indebted state-run Pemex

Mexico's lower house moved to cut a profit sharing rate owed by state-owned oil giant Pemex to 30%, from its current 40%, as part of a sweeping 2024 tax bill passed by lawmakers early Friday morning, amid attempts to control Pemex's soaring debt.

18/10 Sergio Massa: can Argentine political wheeler-dealer save Peronism?

Argentina's Economy Minister Sergio Massa has a titanic task ahead of him: convincing voters to back a Peronist coalition that has overseen inflation top 138% and a painful cost-of-living crisis push two-fifths of the population into poverty.

17/10 'Aggressive' Chinese Fighter Jets Spook Canadian Plane on UN Mission

A Canadian general criticized the Chinese air force over an incident off the coast of the Asian nation that apparently saw a fighter jet cut off a patrol plane and drop flares in its path.

16/10 Ford Calls on UAW to Cease ‘Acrimonious’ Strike

Ford Motor Co. is calling on the United Auto Workers to end its more than month-long strike, warning that if the work stoppage continues it will hurt both local communities and the broader US economy.

12/10 Ford’s Lucrative Pickup Plant Hit by Major Strike Escalation

Ford Motor Co. became the latest strike target for the United Auto Workers after members walked out of its largest plant, a highly profitable pickup factory in Kentucky.

11/10 Paraguay's biggest prison set ablaze, rioting inmates take guards hostage

Inmates at Paraguay's largest prison rioted on Tuesday, taking 11 guards hostage and setting fire to facilities in the crowded Tacumbu penitentiary on the outskirts of the capital.

10/10 Robert De Niro takes on Argentine swear words and steak in new TV dramedy

Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro will make his small-screen debut this week, starring in an Argentine television series where he gets to grips with Buenos Aires slang and samples the local cuisine.

09/10 UAW Says 4,000 Union Workers at Mack Trucks Will Strike Monday

Around 4,000 United Auto Workers members at Mack Trucks will strike Monday after rejecting a tentative agreement in the latest dispute between the union and auto companies.

09/10 Hong Kong Halts Morning Trade; Looks to Lower Storm Warning Before Midday

Hong Kong lowered its storm and rain warnings to levels that allow normal business to resume and the stock market to reopen after Typhoon Koinu moved away from the city.

04/10 Mexico declares country free of H5N1 bird flu

Mexican authorities declared the country free of H5N1 avian influenza almost a year after starting a bird vaccination campaign in high-risk areas to prevent its spread, according to an agreement published in the Official Gazette on Wednesday.

28/09 Stellantis Names New Chief for Its Struggling Jeep Brand

Stellantis NV appointed a new chief for its key Jeep brand, which has been suffering from a slump in US sales and growing inventory levels.

28/09 Delta CEO Promises SkyMiles Update After Plan Changes Irk Frequent Fliers

Delta Air Lines Inc. is planning more changes to its SkyMiles loyalty program after an overhaul earlier this month triggered an avalanche of negative feedback from members who suddenly found it’s going to be harder and more expensive to reach a higher status or who lost access to airport lounges.

26/09 Real Madrid's Guler suffers new injury blow

Real Madrid's close-season signing Arda Guler has sustained a thigh injury, the LaLiga club said on Tuesday, in another setback for the midfielder that will further delay his debut for the team.

24/09 Sunak Likely to Scrap Part of Flagship High-Speed Rail Project

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s government is pushing ahead with plans to scrap the northern leg of a new high-speed rail link — one of Britain’s biggest infrastructure projects — even after opposition from two of his predecessors, The Times reported.

21/09 Russia’s Alternative to GPS Satellites Is Outdated and Outnumbered

Vladimir Putin needs better satellites.

18/09 Peru declares state of emergency in parts of capital after crime spike

Peruvian President Dina Boluarte said on Monday her government has declared a state of emergency in three districts hit by a spike in crime, a measure that allows the military to help enforce security.

16/09 Germany says it will keep taking in migrants from Italy after all

Germany has decided to keep taking in migrants and refugees arriving in Italy, the interior minister said late on Friday, two days after it announced the suspension of a voluntary agreement with Rome to receive new arrivals.

07/09 Archaeologists unearth 1,000-year-old mummy in Peru residential neighborhood

Archaeologists in Peru have unearthed a 1,000-year-old mummy in the latest discovery at an archaeological site located in a residential neighborhood of the country's capital, Lima.

04/09 Chile's Codelco to hand over 24,000 hectares for glacier park

Chilean state-owned mining firm Codelco will give up some 24,000 hectares of land it holds concessions to near the Andes mountain range for a new national glacier park, the chair of the board announced on Monday.

01/09 Tesla Unveils Revamped Model 3 With More Range, Higher Price

Tesla Inc. unveiled the first refresh of its popular Model 3 sedan with a sleeker look and longer range, but with a heftier-than-expected price tag in China where the EV maker coming under increased pressure from local rivals.

31/08 Messi to lead Argentina in opening World Cup qualifiers

Lionel Messi will lead world champions Argentina in their opening World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Bolivia, the captain's first internationals since joining Major League Soccer's Inter Miami.

24/08 India First to Land Near Moon South Pole After Russia Fails

India became the first country to land a spacecraft near the moon’s south pole after Russia’s attempt at a lunar touch down in the same area ended in failure following an engine malfunction.

24/08 Amazon forest carbon emissions skyrocketed under Bolsonaro, study shows

Brazilian space research center INPE said on Wednesday that carbon emissions in the Amazon forest soared in 2019 and 2020 compared to the previous decade due to poor enforcement of environmental protection policies.

19/08 Old Dominion Freight Line Bids $1.5 Billion for Yellow Terminals

Trucking company Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. has offered $1.5 billion to acquire Yellow Corp.’s portfolio of terminals out of bankruptcy, more than a previous offer from Estes Express Lines.

17/08 El Nino could delay rains in Argentina until October, hitting corn

Heavy rainfall linked to the weather phenomenon known as El Nino likely will kick off in Argentina in October, experts said on Thursday, which could affect the upcoming corn planting season in some parts of the country.

15/08 Tesla Rolls Out Lower Spec Models S, X That Are $10,000 Cheaper

Tesla Inc. has added two lower spec versions of its less popular Model S and X electric vehicles in the US and Canada, slashing the price by $10,000 as competition intensifies.

06/08 Mexican woman's body found in Berlin canal, autopsy planned

Police in Berlin said on Sunday that an autopsy would be the next step in clarifying the circumstances of the death of a 24-year-old Mexican woman who disappeared at the end of July and whose body was found on Saturday.

05/08 Missing Mexican woman Maria Fernanda Sanchez found dead in Germany

Police in Germany, reported on Saturday that they found the body of a 24-year-old Mexican woman who disappeared in Berlin at the end of July and whose case has caused garnered widespread attention in Mexico.