Key Developments from the Global South: Violence, Probes, and Progress
A roundup of key stories from the Global South this week includes reports of sexual violence in Sudan, student detentions...
Technology
ISRO’s EOS-09 Satellite Launch to Enhance National Security and Surveillance
ISRO plans to launch its 101st satellite, EOS-09, on May 18, 2025, from Sriharikota. The satellite will enhance India's surveillance...
Influencer Valeria Marquez Killed in Apparent Femicide During TikTok Livestream
Valeria Marquez, a 23-year-old influencer, was fatally shot during a TikTok livestream in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The Jalisco prosecutor's office is...
MFO Director General Commends Fiji’s Commitment to Peacekeeping Efforts
Elizabeth Dibble, MFO Director General, praised Fiji's peacekeeping role during her visit discussing the importance of skills upgrades for troops...
Bolivian Group Survives 36 Hours in Alligator-Infested Swamp After Plane Crash
Five individuals survived a plane crash and spent 36 hours on a capsized plane in an alligator-infested swamp in Bolivia....
Brazilian Reforestation Startup Mombak Secures $30 Million in Funding
Brazilian startup Mombak has raised $30 million in a funding round led by USV, marking a pivotal moment for the...
Suriname Engages in Talks with IMF for Successor Program Prior to Elections
Suriname officials are meeting with the IMF to discuss a new financial program following the expiration of a prior agreement....
San Lorenzo Football Club Celebrates Pope Francis During Thrilling Match
San Lorenzo Football Club paid tribute to Pope Francis during a match, honoring their famous supporter. This included special jerseys...
Solis Minerals Unveils High-Grade Copper Discoveries at Cinto Project in Peru
Solis Minerals Ltd has reported significant high-grade copper discoveries at the Cinto Project in Peru, with assays indicating substantial mineralization...
Argentina Receives Credit Rating Upgrade; Bolivia Faces Downgrade Nearing Default
Argentina has received a credit rating upgrade, indicating improved economic conditions, while Bolivia's rating has been cut, nearing default. This...
