In a significant milestone for the country, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed current Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya as Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa. The appointment takes effect from September 1, 2024. The appointment follows the President’s consultation with the Judicial Service Commission. This was done in accordance with constitutional prescripts. The President ..read more

In Bissau’s vibrant streets, tensions rise as two factions gear up for Saturday’s protests. The group “Firkidja di Povo” supports the regime, infuriated by a court freeing two officials accused of embezzling nearly nine million euros. This incident has ignited a strong backlash from those who see it as a miscarriage of justice. Gathering at ..read more

This September, five European nations—Belgium, Germany, Portugal, Greece, and Latvia—will begin testing a digital vaccination passport. Named EUVABEC, this project leverages lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic to manage and verify vaccination data effectively. The passport will be available in both digital and paper forms, each bearing a unique QR code to ensure authenticity. It supports ..read more

Today marks the exhilarating kickoff of the 2024 Paris Olympics, with the grand opening ceremony unfolding along the scenic Seine River at 2:30 PM Brasília time. Iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower will serve as the backdrop for nearly 100 boats parading 10,500 athletes, heralding the start of the world’s foremost sporting event. As the ..read more

After a brief rally, oil prices dropped on Friday, reflecting a near-2% weekly loss largely due to concerns about China’s diminished demand as the world’s foremost commodities consumer. On the New York Mercantile Exchange, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for September slid by 1.43%, ending at $77.16 a barrel. Similarly, Brent crude for October on the ..read more

(Analysis) In recent times, the Japanese government has taken significant steps toward crafting legislation to combat the rampant spread of disinformation. This shift marks a substantial effort to align more closely with global standards, particularly those set by bodies like the United Nations Human Rights Council. The Council has underscored the importance of protecting free ..read more

Gold witnessed a notable increase on Friday, bouncing back and partially offsetting its recent 2.5% drop from the previous day. The depreciation of the U.S. dollar played a crucial role, making gold more affordable for holders of other currencies and thereby boosting demand. On the New York Mercantile Exchange’s Comex division, the August gold contracts ..read more

In a week characterized by the vulnerabilities of emerging market currencies, the U.S. dollar witnessed a slight rise, reaching R$5.66. Despite an initial drop against the Brazilian real, the dollar surged in early afternoon trading, spotlighting ongoing global economic dynamics. Economic headlines were dominated by the latest U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index data ..read more

At the 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in New Delhi, India, the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park was named a Natural World Heritage Site. Located approximately 250 kilometers from São Luís, the capital of Maranhão, Brazil, this park spans an impressive 155,000 hectares—surpassing the size of São Paulo. Known for its vast sand dunes—the largest ..read more

In a significant stride towards resuming its international poultry trade, Brazil has officially declared the eradication of the Newcastle disease. This announcement comes from a commercial aviary in Anta Gorda, Rio Grande do Sul. The Brazilian government will announce this resolution to the OIE on Thursday. This announcement will mark the end of an intense ..read more