23 August 2026 Archives

US pressure on Chile regarding “Shield of the Americas” alleged

Published on: August 23, 2026
17:53

Santiago, Chile, Aug 23 (Prensa Latina) Chilean politicians have warned that the US Ambassador in Santiago, Brandon Judd, is exerting pressure for the country to fully commit to the so-called "Shield of the Americas."

Humanoid Robot Games put 5G-A Technology to the test in Beijing

Published on: August 23, 2026
17:53

Beijing, August 23 (Prensa Latina) — The second World Humanoid Robot Games are showcasing the capabilities of 5G-Advanced (5G-A) technology as applied to humanoid robotics and artificial intelligence.

Travel ban for individual who threatened universities in Chile

Published on: August 23, 2026
17:53

Santiago, Chile, Aug 23 (Prensa Latina) An individual alleged to have threatened the University of Santiago de Chile and other higher education institutions in the Metropolitan Region has been placed under a domestic travel ban and prohibited from approaching educational facilities.

Brussels hosts bike ride for Fidel’s centenary and for Cuba

Published on: August 23, 2026
17:53

Brussels, Aug 23 (Prensa Latina) A bike ride honoring the founding of the Federation of Cuban Women (FMC) by Fidel Castro brought together members of solidarity movements, youth groups, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), Cuban expatriates, and social leaders.

Colombians detained in Panama linked to illegal mining

Published on: August 23, 2026
17:53

Panama City, Aug 23 (Prensa Latina) Five Colombian citizens were detained by Panamanian authorities in Darién province for their links to illegal mining activities, as part of an operation targeting clandestine gold extraction and other crimes in that border region.

Georgia hits record watermelon export to Russia

Published on: August 23, 2026
17:52

Tbilisi, Aug 23 (Prensa Latina) Georgian watermelon exports to Russia reached an all-time high for bilateral trade in July, totaling $766,500, according to the South Caucasus nation's customs authority. In monetary terms, shipments doubled the level seen in July 2025; Russia was the primary buyer of the Georgian fruit during the month in question, accounting for 72 percent of all watermelon exports.

Ecuadorian Minister reports on operation at extortion center

Published on: August 23, 2026
10:41

Quito, Aug 22 (Prensa Latina) Ecuadorian Interior Minister John Reimberg reported the dismantling in Quito of an alleged clandestine call center that reportedly used personal data to extort debtors in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Chile.

Over 92,000 Nicaraguans participated in constitutional consultation

Published on: August 23, 2026
10:41

Managua, Aug 23 (Prensa Latina) A total of 92,832 people from 25 sectors have participated in the consultation process regarding partial reforms to the Political Constitution of Nicaragua, reported Gustavo Porras, President of the National Assembly (Parliament).

French association delivers humanitarian aid in Cienfuegos

Published on: August 23, 2026
10:41

Cienfuegos, Cuba, Aug 23 (Prensa Latina) The France-based association Ardenne Cuba delivered medicines and equipment to the Cienfuegos Psychopedagogical Medical Center during its first in-person visit to the institution.

Relevance and legacy of Fidel Castro extoled at event in Mali

Published on: August 23, 2026
10:41

Bamako, August 23 (Prensa Latina) The enduring relevance of the thought of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro—and its connection to the challenges facing the peoples of the Sahel and the world today—was the focus of an event held in Kati, Mali.

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