Bolivia declares state of emergency amid blockade crisis
For several weeks, a wave of protests has erupted over President Rodrigo Paz’s austerity measures.
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Colombia’s first left-wing gov’t has reduced poverty, but has pile of debt
A big challenge for Colombia’s next president will be how to reduce country’s debt without sacrificing social gains.
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Bangladesh seeks IMF aid: How badly has Iran war hit its economy?
The International Monetary Fund warns that Iran war could trigger a spike in global debt levels.
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What is the Lobito Corridor, cited by US Africa envoy as model for ties?
Washington is set on a trade-focused shift in Africa, but critics say it facilitates further plundering of resources.
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China sends aid to Cuba amid a harsh US blockade
China sends aid to Cuba amid a harsh US blockade.
Published On 24 May 2026
Rising global costs threaten Mexico’s production costs and food stability
Sharp price hikes for food staples are forcing Mexicans to tighten budgets and cut back consumption.
UK launches ‘Great British Summer Savings’ to ease family costs
Families to benefit from reduced VAT to help lower costs at theme parks, theatres, zoos, and museums.
‘Half of British Muslims are under 25’: Report shows shifting demographics
Most Muslims are young and many have a degree, but some are disadvantaged in housing while lone-parent families rise.
With food benefit cuts looming in the US, Californians eye billionaire tax
US gov’t cuts to food stamps will hit thousands of Californians. The state is set to vote on billionaire tax to make up.
‘A year of resistance’: Cuba’s private sector faces Trump’s oil blockade
US oil blockade on Cuba is a significant blow to small family firms struggling with power outages and fuel shortages.
Financial struggles burden Yemen’s army as soldiers wait for wages
Yemeni soldiers earn $38 to $116 monthly, but an unstable currency has eroded the value of their salaries.
