In a "what did I just read" moment, I did a quick internet search on the topic covered in this CNN article. Unexpectedly, the search revealed an obscure group of round earth deniers. In an effort to comprehend this fringe concept, I delved a little more into the subject matter. And yes, there are those who still believe the earth is flat. CNN's coverage regarding a North … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Years Later, Some Still Believe The Earth is Flat….
Brazil Struggles with Dengue Outbreak – Over 1 Million Cases Since Beginning of 2024
Dengue is a viral illness transmitted by mosquitos. Also known as "break-bone fever" it can be asymptomatic or lead to serious complications, including a host of symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, headache, pain, lethargy etc. Dengue's most feared complication (other than death) is bleeding and a series of hemorrhagic manifestations. Infected individuals may experience … [Read more...] about Brazil Struggles with Dengue Outbreak – Over 1 Million Cases Since Beginning of 2024
El Salvador Adopted Bitcoin in 2021 – Debt Soared to 25 Billion in 2022
El Salvador made history when it first adopted Bitcoin as a legal tender back in 2021. At the time, the President of El Salvador Nayib Bukele revealed his dream to transform the country into a cryptocurrency friendly tax haven. When he announced plans for "Bitcoin City" it sparked a wave of Bitcoin enthusiasts tourism. According to reports, Bukele's plans include a city … [Read more...] about El Salvador Adopted Bitcoin in 2021 – Debt Soared to 25 Billion in 2022
Argentina Inflation Projected at 250%
The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)1 expects Argentina's rate of inflation to skyrocket to 250% for 2024 as its economy and currency continues to struggle. Major reforms initiated by newly elected President Javier Milei have met with protests while the country's economy attempts to restore stability. The resulting turmoil has created tremendous … [Read more...] about Argentina Inflation Projected at 250%
Chilean Documentary Receives Academy Award Nomination – Director Maite Alberdi
Universally acclaimed and already an award winning film, The Eternal Memory (Spanish: La memoria infinita) has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film. Directed by Chilean film producer, screenwriter and documentary maker Maite Alberdi Soto, her latest documentary charts the relationship of a couple, Augusto Góngora and Paulina Urrutia, whose lives … [Read more...] about Chilean Documentary Receives Academy Award Nomination – Director Maite Alberdi