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On This Day: South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu resigns

April 21 (UPI) -- On this date in history: In 1509, Henry VIII became king of England after his father, Henry VII, died. In 1836, with the battle cry "Remember the Alamo!" Texas forces under Sam Houston defeated the army of Mexican Gen. Antonio …

El Salvador’s Bukele offers to return 252 Venezuelans for political prisoners in bold diplomatic move

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador on Sunday suggested exchanging 252 Venezuelans who had been deported from the United States and imprisoned in his nation for “political prisoners” that Venezuela held. Bukele requested that Venezuelan President Nicolas …

El Salvador’s President Bukele Proposes Prisoner Swap With Venezuela Over US-Deported Gang Members

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has proposed a controversial prisoner exchange to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, offering to repatriate 252 Venezuelans recently deported by the United States in exchange for the release of the same number of …

White House replaces Covid website with lab leak theory

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Skip to Content Search UP NEXT See reenactment of Battle of Lexington and Concord 00:38 Florida State University shooting: New details emerge of suspect 03:36 Iran and US …

El Salvador Proposes Prisoner Swap with Venezuela Amid Growing Tensions

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele proposed on Sunday a controversial prisoner exchange with Venezuela, suggesting the return of 252 Venezuelan deportees held in his country in exchange for the release of an equal number of …

India wants Brazil’s farm mojo, grow more from less land

Despite harvesting a record 15 million tonnes of soybean in the 2024-25 kharif season, India still imported 3.7 million tonnes of soybean oil this year. Although an Indian record, the output is tiny compared with Brazil's 169 million tonnes average …

El Salvador Offers to Repatriate Tren de Aragua Members in Exchange for Venezuela’s Political Prisoners.

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has formally proposed a humanitarian agreement to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, offering the repatriation of 252 Venezuelan nationals deported for alleged links to transnational criminal groups such as the Tren …

El Salvador proposes prisoner swap with Venezuela involving U.S. deportees

April 21 (UPI) -- President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has proposed a prisoner swap with Venezuela involving 250 Venezuelan deportees from the United States who are being held in his infamous Terrorism Confinement Center -- an offer that was swiftly …

Ecuador put on 'maximum alert' over alleged assassination plot against recently reelected president

Ecuador is on maximum alert over an alleged assassination plot against recently reelected President Daniel Noboa, the government said on Saturday. Noboa won the race in an April 13 runoff vote, but his main rival Luisa Gonzalez has accused him of …

El Salvador’s Bukele suggests prisoner swap for Venezuelans deported by US

El Salvador president says he is willing to repatriate deportees in exchange for release of ‘political prisoners.’ El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has proposed a prisoner swap that would see Venezuelans deported from the United States to his country …

Uruguay’S Housing Minister Steps Down Over Property Tax Irregularities

(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Uruguay's Housing Minister Cecilia Cairo resigned on April 18, 2025, after admitting her home had stood for decades on an unregistered lot in Montevideo's Pajas Blancas district. Her resignation came just 48 days into …

Xi sends congratulations to Noboa on re-election as president of Ecuador

BEIJING, April 21 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping sent on Saturday a congratulatory message to Daniel Noboa on his re-election as president of Ecuador. Xi said China and Ecuador are comprehensive strategic partners, and the development of …

Minnesota senator calls on supreme court to hold Trump officials in contempt

Minnesota senator Amy Klobuchar warned on Sunday that the US is “getting closer and closer to a constitutional crisis”, but the courts, growing Republican disquiet at Trump administration policies, and public protest were holding it off. “I believe as long …

El Salvador President Bukele proposes prisoner swap with Maduro for Venezuelan deportees

Chinese embassy in Argentina condemns US treasury secretary's smearing of China's cooperation with other countries

China US Illustration: Liu Rui/GT The Chinese embassy in Argentina said on Tuesday it firmly opposes US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's remarks made during his visit to Argentina, accusing him of maliciously smearing China's legitimate …

The race to lead Canada: former central banker vs veteran politician

The candidates to lead Canada after next week's election took starkly different paths to the height of national politics.  Mark Carney, the Liberal Party leader, has never held elected office.  The former central banker took over as prime minister just …

Where Is Nigeria Today Under President Bola Tinubu

Just so you are better informed about our country, Nigeria, here are seven facts about our debt stock and our dear coun­try’s path to progress under Presi­dent Bola Tinubu 1. Nigeria’s Debt Stock (External + Domestic of FGN, the 36states and the FCT) is …

World News | UAE President Receives Iraqi Foreign Minister

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 20 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Fuad Mohammed Hussein, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, who delivered an official invitation from Iraqi …

Bukele Proposes Prisoner Swap With Venezuela

Home North America Bukele Proposes Prisoner Swap With Venezuela The Salvadoran leader did not say whether the prisoners would be incarcerated again upon an exchange. On Sunday, El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele proposed a deal to send 252 Venezuelans, …

Edoc Service Celebrates Ohio Senate Bill 33: A Milestone for Digital Labor Law Posters with Ohio Governor Mike Dewine

Ohio Senate Bill 33 signed into law now allows businesses to display mandatory labor law posters electronically, streamlining compliance for modern workplaces. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Edoc Service, a …

Sydney to Melbourne vs Sydney to Brisbane: The True Cost of Moving House in 2025

With the election nearing, housing affordability is a top issue. Zoom Removals compares the real costs of moving from Sydney to Melbourne vs Brisbane in 2025. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zoom Removals Releases New …

Experts Examine the Power of Corporate Governance in Combating Modern Slavery

The virtual discussion will address the critical role corporations play in preventing and addressing human trafficking. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum Working Group on Human …

TWO KAUFMAN LEGAL GROUP ATTORNEYS NAMED 'LEGAL VISIONARIES' BY THE LOS ANGELES TIMES

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boutique political and government law firm Kaufman Legal Group announced that Principal Stephen Kaufman and Attorney Gary Winuk have been recognized by the Los Angeles Times as …

First 5 California Unveils Bold 2025–2028 Strategic Plan Centered on Equity, Innovation, and Systems Change

First 5 California announces the release of a new Strategic Plan for 2025–28, laying out a bold, equity-centered roadmap to transform early childhood systems. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California …

NYC Fire Marshals Ramp Up Restaurant Inspections Ahead of Summer

New York City fire marshals are intensifying inspections of commercial kitchen fire safety systems across NYC. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York City fire marshals are intensifying inspections of …

Vietnamese American Communities to Host Historic 50th Black April Memorial Commemoration in Washington, D.C.

Marking 50 years of resilience and remembrance, the Vietnamese diaspora rallies in Washington, D.C. for freedom, justice, and human dignity. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Wednesday, April 30, 2025, …

AMMWEC Mourns the Passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, A Champion of Interfaith Dialogue

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women's Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) expresses profound sorrow at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at …

Montana Governor Signs Right to Compute Act into Law

Montana becomes first state to pass the Right to Compute Act, securing citizens' rights to own, access, and use computational resources and AI tools. HELENA, MT, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 17, 2025, Montana …

CLAY RISEN & RUSSELL SHORTO JOIN SHAKE IT OFF ... LIVE

Tune in for an Engaging Historical Discussion with Two Renowned Authors NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us on AM970 radio on Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 7-9 PM (ET) as SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & …

LifeScienceHistory.com Releases Cartoon Illustrating 'The NIH and U.S. Healthcare in Crisis'

A special cartoon illustrates the current healthcare crisis facing the nation. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LifeScienceHistory.com, where history is made daily announces the release of its newest cartoon: “The …

A Light of Unity Has Returned to the Heavens

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global charitable organisation The Unity of Faiths Foundation (TUFF Earth) stands today in solemn remembrance and profound gratitude as they honour the life and legacy of their …

Prison Fellowship’s Statement on the Appointment of William ‘Billy’ Marshall III as Director of Federal Bureau of ...

Washington, D.C., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Prison Fellowship, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving currently and formerly incarcerated people and their families and a leading advocate for criminal justice reform, released the …

UAV Corp. to Launch Inflation Test of SA-70 Airship This Week—A Gateway to High-Value Government and Defense Contracts

WEWAHITCHKA, Fla., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UAV Corp. (OTC: UMAV) announced today that its subsidiary, Skyborne Technology, will conduct a scheduled inflation test of its DART SA-70 airship on April 24, 2025, at the company’s Wewahitchka facility …

National Association of Friendship Centres Attends UNPFII 24th Session to Amplify Indigenous Voices

OTTAWA, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) is proud to announce its participation in the 24th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) in New York. This year, the NAFC …

L’Association nationale des centres d’amitié participe à la 24e session de l’Instance permanente des Nations unies sur ...

OTTAWA, 21 avr. 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- L’Association nationale des centres d’amitié (ANCA) est fière d’annoncer sa participation à la 24e session de l’Instance permanente des Nations Unies sur les questions autochtones (IPNUQA) à New York. Cette année, l …

Former CIA Advisor Reveals the Domestic Supply Chain Hidden Beneath U.S. Soil

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With global supply chains under pressure and tensions rising over control of critical materials, former CIA advisor Jim Rickards says the solution doesn’t lie in foreign partnerships, high-tech breakthroughs, …

Built for a Crisis: Jim Rickards Reveals the Hidden National Resource Created for America’s Worst-Case Scenario

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to former CIA advisor and national security strategist Jim Rickards, a powerful resource built into the fabric of U.S. law was never designed for ordinary times. It was created for a moment like this …

Dormant Since the 1800s, a Single Line of U.S. Law May Be the Key to America’s Next Economic Chapter

WASHINGTON, April 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to former CIA advisor and global financial strategist Jim Rickards, one of the most consequential laws in American history has never been repealed, rewritten—or used. That may be about to change. …

The Law That Time Forgot: Former Intelligence Insider Says 19th-Century Policy May Hold the Key to America’s Next Great ...

WASHINGTON, April 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tucked away in the dusty corners of America’s legal archives is a piece of legislation that few have read, fewer have questioned—and almost no one has acted on. Until now. According to Jim Rickards, former CIA …