18 September 2026 Archives

DPRK blames US for escalating tensions in Asia-Pacific

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:10

Pyongyang, Sep 18 (Prensa Latina) Kim Yo-jong, a department head at the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), accused the United States of worsening tensions in the Asia-Pacific region through the multinational military exercises it leads.

Chile marks anniversary of start of independence struggle

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:10

Santiago, Chile, Sep 18 (Prensa Latina) Chile marks the 216th anniversary of the First National Government Junta, established on September 18, 1810, an event that paved the way for independence from Spanish rule eight years later.

Venezuela: Solidarity groups denounce US blockade on Cuba

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:09

Caracas, Sep 18 (Prensa Latina) The Venezuela-Cuba National Movement of Friendship and Mutual Solidarity, along with social organizations, revolutionary political parties, and prominent national figures, have denounced the blockade policy the United States currently holds against Cuba.

Russia thwarts attempt to discredit electoral system

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:04

Moscow, Sep 17 (Prensa Latina) The Chairwoman of Russia's Central Election Commission (CEC), Ella Pamfilova, informed the press that an attempt to sabotage the "Elections" State Automated System and remote electronic voting had been thwarted.

Cuban researchers focus on heritage preservation

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:04

Camaguey, Cuba, Sep 17 (Prensa Latina) In a city closely linked to Cuba's cultural identity, researchers, artists, and cultural promoters will gather in October to discuss heritage preservation and the transmission of knowledge to new generations.

Nicaragua advances in peace and well-being, says co-president

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:04

Managua, Sep 17 (Prensa Latina) Nicaragua is advancing in peace and well-being and, rooted in its spirituality, is building a future for all alongside families and the youth, stated Co-President Rosario Murillo.

Dominican Fuerza del Pueblo proposes summit to address violence

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:03

Santo Domingo, Sep 17 (Prensa Latina) The opposition party Fuerza del Pueblo (FP) has proposed that the Dominican government convene a national summit to analyze violence and crime, in light of several recent incidents and calls for a coordinated institutional response.

Cuba showcases offerings beyond sun and sand at Argentina’s FIT

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:03

Buenos Aires, Sep 17 (Prensa Latina) Tobacco, Fangio, music, heritage, diversity, incentive travel, conventions, and weddings are among the offerings Cuba will present at the 30th International Tourism Fair of Argentina (FIT Latin America 2026), going beyond its traditional sun-and-sand product.

Record value for Brazilian agricultural production recorded

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:03

Brasilia, Sep 17 (Prensa Latina) Brazilian agricultural production reached 927.5 billion reais (180 billion dollars) in 2025—a record value in a historical series dating back to 1974—according to data released by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE).

Basic basket puts pressure on Dominican workers’ purchasing power

Published on: September 18, 2026
09:03

Santo Domingo, Sep 17 (Prensa Latina) The minimum wage at large companies in the Dominican Republic barely exceeds the cost of the basic basket for the first quintile—representing the lowest-income 20 percent of households.

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