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Five men, two women arrested in sex trafficking case involving South American victims
1 week, 3 days ago

Five men, two women arrested in sex trafficking case involving South American victims

NL Times  

The Police have arrested seven suspects in a large-scale investigation into human trafficking and sexual exploitation, with South American women as the victims. According to the Public Prosecution Service, this was a so-called prostitution carousel in which women were constantly moved and had to work somewhere else each time. The other four suspects, a 45-year-old woman from Wassenaar, a 31-year-old …

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Cristiano Ronaldo calls 2030 World Cup “most special” after Portugal is confirmed as co-host
1 week, 4 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo calls 2030 World Cup “most special” after Portugal is confirmed as co-host

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo led the celebrations after Portugal and five other countries were officially announced as hosts of the 2030 men’s World Cup on Wednesday, with the player saying the unique tournament will be the “most special” yet. The 2030 tournament will be the first World Cup played in six different countries with Spain, Portugal and Morocco as the main hosts …

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Cristiano Ronaldo says 2030 World Cup will be ‘most special’ yet after Portugal confirmed as co-host
1 week, 4 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo says 2030 World Cup will be ‘most special’ yet after Portugal confirmed as co-host

Associated Press  

MADRID — Cristiano Ronaldo led the celebrations after Portugal and five other countries were officially announced as hosts of the 2030 men’s World Cup on Wednesday, with the player saying the unique tournament will be the “most special” yet. The 2030 tournament will be the first World Cup played in six different counties, with Spain, Portugal and Morocco as the …

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The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks

Associated Press  

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — The European Union reached a blockbuster free trade agreement Friday with Brazil, Argentina and the three other South American nations in the Mercosur trade alliance, capping a quarter-century of on-off negotiations even as France vowed to derail the contentious accord. From Uruguay, the host of the Mercosur summit, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the …

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The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The EU and a South American trade bloc reach a giant trade deal after 25 years of talks

CNN  

AP — The European Union reached a blockbuster free trade agreement Friday with Brazil, Argentina and the three other South American nations in the Mercosur trade alliance, capping a quarter-century of on-off negotiations even as France vowed to derail the contentious accord. From Uruguay, the host of the Mercosur summit, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the deal …

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EU chief in Uruguay for final talks on a huge trade deal with the South American Mercosur bloc
2 weeks, 4 days ago

EU chief in Uruguay for final talks on a huge trade deal with the South American Mercosur bloc

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Uruguay Thursday for the final stages in years-long negotiations to clinch a trade deal between the 27-nation EU and the South American Mercosur trade bloc that would create a trans-Atlantic market of some 700 million people. Let’s work, let’s cross it,” von der Leyen said Thursday, sidestepping objections from …

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Why a trade deal with South America has divided Europe
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Why a trade deal with South America has divided Europe

Firstpost  

The EU-Mercosur trade deal seeks to establish one of the world’s largest free trade zones, likely to benefit 750 million people or roughly one-fifth of the global economy. However, despite 25 years of talks, the deal still lacks unanimous support from member states A Gandarmerie officer stands guard during a protest against the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement, in Strasbourg, France November …

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Massive EU-South American free trade pact would reduce tariffs, but some farmers are opposed
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Massive EU-South American free trade pact would reduce tariffs, but some farmers are opposed

Associated Press  

PARIS — After more than 20 years of negotiations, the 27-nation European Union and Mercosur — a South American trade bloc of Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and Bolivia — are still trying to finalize a major trade agreement that is sparking protests by European farmers. European farmers, especially in France, worry that an influx of South American products would saturate …

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French farmers mobilize for protests over EU-Mercosur trade deal
1 month ago

French farmers mobilize for protests over EU-Mercosur trade deal

Live Mint  

PARIS — French farmers are mobilizing for widespread protests on Monday targeting the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. Proponents of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement argue that it would significantly boost economic ties between Europe and South America by eliminating tariffs on European exports, notably for machinery, chemicals and cars, thereby enhancing market access and creating lucrative opportunities for European businesses. Earlier this …

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French farmers escalate protests against an EU-Mercosur trade deal and fear unfair competition
1 month ago

French farmers escalate protests against an EU-Mercosur trade deal and fear unfair competition

Associated Press  

BEAUVAIS, France — French farmers escalated protests Monday against the European Union-Mercosur trade agreement under negotiation, citing fears of unfair competition. Now, with unfair competition from South American products boosted with hormones and GMOs, it’s the final straw.” Armelle Fraiture, a 25-year-old who took over her family’s 300-cow farm in the Beauvais region earlier in the year, expressed concerns about …

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FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Vinicius Junior, Martinez return as Brazil and Argentina aim for WC spots
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Vinicius Junior, Martinez return as Brazil and Argentina aim for WC spots

The Hindu  

Argentina and Brazil will have two of their leading stars available again as South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup resumes with the last two rounds of games this year. Defending World Cup champion Argentina will once again count on goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who was suspended for two international matches in October. READ | When are Argentina and Brazil …

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Vinícius back for Brazil and Martínez for Argentina in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying
1 month, 1 week ago

Vinícius back for Brazil and Martínez for Argentina in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — Argentina and Brazil will have two of their leading stars available again as South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup resumes with the last two rounds of games this year. Defending World Cup champion Argentina will once again count on goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who was suspended for two international matches in October. Captain Lionel Messi will …

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French farmers protest EU-Mercosur deal that will increase South American imports
1 month, 1 week ago

French farmers protest EU-Mercosur deal that will increase South American imports

Associated Press  

PARIS — French farmers protested Tuesday against a trade deal that would increase agricultural imports from South America, saying it hurt their livelihoods. Tuesday’s protest in Aurillac, in southern France, was the start of a fresh wave expected to spread among the European agricultural community amid concern that the deal could be finalized at the G20 summit in Brazil on …

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He’s streetwise like the South Americans – Craig Bellamy talks up Harry Wilson
1 month, 2 weeks ago

He’s streetwise like the South Americans – Craig Bellamy talks up Harry Wilson

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Wales boss Craig Bellamy has likened “streetwise” Harry …

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‘US doesn’t see me as an American’: Thousands of adoptees live in limbo without citizenship
1 month, 4 weeks ago

‘US doesn’t see me as an American’: Thousands of adoptees live in limbo without citizenship

The Independent  

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Human rights group calls on governments to protect Venezuelan and Haitian immigrants
3 months, 1 week ago

Human rights group calls on governments to protect Venezuelan and Haitian immigrants

Associated Press  

BOGOTA, Colombia — A global human rights watchdog on Wednesday called on Latin American governments to improve protection schemes, grant legal status and reverse “onerous visa requirements” for millions of Haitians and Venezuelans who have struggled to find work, access to health care and education in South American host countries, forcing them to increasingly seek asylum in the United States. …

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Colombia edges Argentina 2-1, Brazil loses to Paraguay in South American World Cup qualifying
3 months, 1 week ago

Colombia edges Argentina 2-1, Brazil loses to Paraguay in South American World Cup qualifying

New Indian Express  

BARRANQUILLA: Two South American soccer powerhouses lost in World Cup qualifying Tuesday in the absence of their biggest stars, with Lionel Messi missing Argentina's 2-1 loss to Colombia and Neymar still on the sidelines for Brazil's upset defeat in Paraguay. James Rodríguez scored from the penalty spot and had an assist to help Colombia edge defending champion Argentina 2-1 in …

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Rodrygo scores and Brazil beats Ecuador 1-0 in South American World Cup qualifying
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rodrygo scores and Brazil beats Ecuador 1-0 in South American World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

CURITIBA, Brazil — Real Madrid star Rodrygo scored a goal in the first half and Brazil defeated Ecuador 1-0 on Friday end a three-match losing streak in South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Five-time world champion Brazil lost consecutive matches to Uruguay, Colombia and Argentina at the end of last year and was in sixth place in the …

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Argentina triumphs over Chile 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers without Messi, Di María
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina triumphs over Chile 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers without Messi, Di María

New Indian Express  

BUENOS AIRES: Without the injured Lionel Messi and the retired Ángel Di María, Argentina cruised past Chile 3-0 to remain top of the South American 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The top six teams in the South American standings will qualify for the World Cup, which will be played in the United States, Mexico, and Canada in 2026. After winning the …

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Juan Izquierdo: Uruguayan footballer dies aged 27 after collapsing on pitch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Juan Izquierdo: Uruguayan footballer dies aged 27 after collapsing on pitch

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy South American football was in mourning on Tuesday …

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Sophisticated SoCal crime tourism ring stole millions in heists, home burglaries, feds say
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sophisticated SoCal crime tourism ring stole millions in heists, home burglaries, feds say

LA Times  

Federal agents seize vehicles in Van Nuys on Wednesday after the arrest of six people in a sweeping investigation of crime tourism. Federal prosecutors allege Juan Carlos Thola-Duran, who owns Driver Power Rentals in Van Nuys, ran the go-to rental car business for thieves, providing vehicles for crime tourism groups arriving from South America and directing them to locations both …

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Ugly scenes mar Argentina's 2-1 defeat by Morocco at Olympics as fans boo national anthem and throw FLARES, cups and bottles at South American players amid Enzo Fernandez racism storm
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Ugly scenes mar Argentina's 2-1 defeat by Morocco at Olympics as fans boo national anthem and throw FLARES, cups and bottles at South American players amid Enzo Fernandez racism storm

Daily Mail  

There was total chaos at the Olympics on Wednesday as the anger from Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez engaging in a racist singalong with the Argentinian national team spilled into the Games in France, with missiles forcing their game with Morocco to be suspended. Riot police were pictured after Moroccan fans invaded the pitch after Argentina's last goal Pitch invaders had …

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Colombia’s soccer federation president and son among 27 arrested in chaos at Copa America final
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia’s soccer federation president and son among 27 arrested in chaos at Copa America final

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Colombia’s soccer federation president and his son were among 27 people arrested during the crowd control issues that broke out at the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia, police said Monday. “For his part, President Jesurún regrets the events, which should never have occurred and which were the result of his paternal instinct to protect …

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Why Nicolás Maduro appears 13 times on Venezuela’s presidential ballot
5 months, 1 week ago

Why Nicolás Maduro appears 13 times on Venezuela’s presidential ballot

LA Times  

This image provided by Venezuela’s National Electoral Council shows the presidential election ballot ahead of the July 28 vote. His smile is confident, his hair well-combed and his eyes are squinting slightly: The first candidate you’ll likely see on the ballot in Venezuela’s upcoming presidential election is incumbent Nicolás Maduro. As the election approached, the South American country’s government intensified …

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