2023-12-14 10:58:00
What does the COP28 climate agreement include? Pope Francis faces unprecedented attacks from opponents of his reforms from the United States. The most watched movies and series on Netflix may surprise you. Here’s what you need to know to start the day. First the truth.
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1. What are Venezuela and Guyana looking for with the Essequibo?
The meeting between Guyana and Venezuela regarding their dispute over the Essequibo territory is scheduled for this Thursday, with several of the actors involved. The meeting was proposed by the Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Ralph Gonsalves, in letters sent to both countries.
2. This includes the COP28 climate agreement
Nearly 200 countries reached a new climate agreement on Wednesday at COP28 talks in Dubai, following two weeks of negotiations marked by controversy and bitter divisions over the future of fossil fuels.
3. Why is the fiscal deficit the problem of Argentina?
“The genesis of our problem has always been fiscal,” said Milei’s government’s Argentine Economy Minister, Luis Caputo. Why are devaluation, debt and inflation considered consequences of the fiscal deficit?
4. The mifepristone in US.
The U.S. Supreme Court said Wednesday it will consider whether to restrict access to a drug widely used for abortion, even in states where the procedure is still permitted. The case concerns mifepristone, which, combined with another drug, is one of the most common abortion methods in the United States.
5. Pope Francis vs. opponents in the US
In one corner: Pope Francis, who insists on a merciful Catholic Church open to all, a “field hospital” ready to heal the wounds of a suffering humanity. In the other corner: a small but vocal minority that has opposed the pontiff and his reforms.
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At coffee time
The most watched movies and series on Netflix may surprise you
Netflix released its first-ever engagement report, providing more transparency than ever into audience data. Among the most popular programs on the streaming platform are global hits, shows for teens, and stories starring women.
The women who lead the care of nature in Latin America
These are some of the heroines who are leading positive change in the Latin American region, where they promote the same message: that we share a beautiful planet, that it is worth protecting and that doing so is within everyone’s reach.
Emirates makes luxury luggage from recycled airplane parts
If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of the iconic A380 superjumbo, now’s your chance: Emirates is launching a limited-edition collection of luggage and accessories made from recycled parts, sourced from the airline’s Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft.
Man wrongfully convicted of child murder freed following 35 years
Brian Beals, who was a college athlete studying to be a police officer when he was arrested, was released following a Cook County court granted a motion to vacate the conviction, according to a statement from the Illinois Attorney’s Office.
Do you dream of snow this Christmas? The forecast for the US may disappoint you
A new forecast calls for above-average temperatures for nearly all of the United States (including Hawaii and much of Alaska) from December 20 to 26, according to the Climate Prediction Center.
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The figure of the day
2 millions
Tesla recalls 2 million vehicles to limit the use of the Autopilot function, following almost 1,000 accidents.
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The quote of the day
“As I always promised the Virgin. The place is already prepared (…) It is my great devotion”
Pope Francis spoke regarding Milei, Gaza and the war in Ukraine, and revealed where he would like to be buried.
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And to finish…
Chihuahua causes chaos on New York highway
Watch as drivers try to rescue Bean, a Chihuahua dog running down the Staten Island Expressway.
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