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Millicom (Tigo) completes acquisition of Telefónica in Uruguay, strengthening its regional footprint in South America

Millicom (Tigo) completes acquisition of Telefónica in Uruguay, strengthening its regional footprint in South America Luxembourg, October 7, 2025 – Millicom International Cellular S.A. (“Millicom”) today announced that, following final approval...

Uruguayan President Addresses Gaza Conflict

(MENAFN) Uruguay’s head of state on Tuesday demanded an immediate stop to Israel’s military operations against Palestinians, underlining his nation’s enduring endorsement of a two-state resolution. “Since 1948, Uruguay has maintained a consistent...

Seven Reported Dead in House Fire in Uruguay's capital

(MENAFN) At least seven people, including five minors and two elderly adults, perished in a devastating fire early Wednesday in Montevideo, Uruguay's capital, as confirmed by the national fire department. The fire erupted around 6 a.m. local time...

SCCG Management Partners with Crowe Uruguay to Deliver Live Casino Audit & Compliance Training Program

This initiative is designed to strengthen the operational oversight and audit readiness of government regulators responsible for gaming activity in Uruguay. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SCCG Management, a...

Codere Online reinforces its commitment to Mexican sport with Rayadas partnership

Codere Online to become the main sponsor of Rayadas Rayadas, Puma and Codere have unveiled the new kit for the 2025-2026 season Mexico City / Monterrey, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. (Nasdaq: CDRO / CDROW) (the...

dLocal to Report Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DLocal Limited (NASDAQ: DLO, “dLocal” or the “Company”), a technology-first payments platform enabling global enterprise merchants to connect with billions of consumers in emerging markets,...

Minister Ronald Lamola: Pre-Budget International Relations and Cooperation Media Briefing

Africa: Implementing Agenda 2063 Our foreign policy is an extension of our domestic imperatives on human rights and resolving the triple challenges of inequality, poverty and unemployment. Through attracting Foreign Direct Investment, we intend to...

Short dramas, wide reach: Hengdian World Studios co-hosts cross-cultural film exchange

HENGDIAN, China, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hengdian Group subsidiary, Hengdian World Studios, and Shanghai-based Spanish film company, Dalynn Studio, co-hosted the International Short Drama & Cross-Cultural Film Cooperation Exchange last...

Fire result in death of four prisoners in Uruguay's largest prison

(MENAFN) A fire that broke out Monday at Uruguay’s main correctional facility led to the deaths of four prisoners, according to statements from the Interior Ministry. The incident occurred in a cell block at Santiago Vázquez Prison, also known as...

Fire Erupts at Uruguay’s Largest Prison, Kills Four Prisoners

(MENAFN) A fire that erupted Monday inside Uruguay's largest correctional facility claimed the lives of four inmates, the country’s Interior Ministry confirmed. According to the National Rehabilitation Institute (INR), which operates under the...

Millicom (Tigo) to Acquire Telefónica’s Operations in Uruguay for USD 440 Million, Expanding Presence in South America

Millicom (Tigo) to Acquire Telefónica’s Operations in Uruguay for USD 440 Million, Expanding Presence in South America Key Highlights: Acquisition strengthens Millicom’s presence and scale across South America. Expected to be EFCF accretive...

Former Uruguayan Leader Jose Mujica Dies at 89

(MENAFN) Uruguay’s ex-president, Jose “Pepe” Mujica, widely admired for his modest way of living and forward-thinking leadership, has passed away at the age of 89. In recent weeks, Mujica’s health had deteriorated due to a cancer diagnosis, which...

School of Rock Expands Global Reach with First Location in Uruguay

Global Leader in Music Education Enters 16th Country with Opening of New Montevideo School CANTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- School of Rock, the global leader in performance-based music education and part of Youth...

Forestry Sector Advances Global Effort to create Consistent Natural Capital Reporting

Helsinki meet is major milestone for Capitals Coalition-led, TNFD-supported, initiative toward consistent, credible, investor-relevant natural capital reporting EDINBURGH, UNITED KINGDOM, October 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International...

Statement on Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence for People and the Planet

CANADA, November 2 - Participants from over 100 countries, including government leaders, international organisations, representatives of civil society, the private sector, and the academic and research communities gathered in Paris on February 10...

HIF Global and ANCAP sign agreement to accelerate e-Fuels deployment in Uruguay

Implementation Agreement defines terms and conditions for the supply of biogenic carbon dioxide to HIF's future e-Fuel facility in Paysandú, Uruguay. MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY, December 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HIF Global, the world’s leading...

Success of the First Wrist Arthroscopy Workshop with Biomodels in Caracas

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On November 30, the city of Caracas hosted the First Wrist Arthroscopy Workshop with Biomodels, an innovative event that set a milestone in medical training in Venezuela. The...

Balfour Capital Group Appoints Elias Varela Viera as Senior Wealth Advisor of Uruguay

YVERDON-LES-BAINS, SWITZERLAND, October 18, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balfour Capital Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Elias Varela Viera as Senior Wealth Advisor of Uruguay. A highly accomplished economist with a specialization...

CBD Edibles Market Size to Exceed USD 38.01 Billion by 2034, Driven by 10.8% CAGR | Towards FnB

Ottawa, Oct. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global CBD edibles market size stood at USD 13.63 billion in 2024 with projections indicating a rise from USD 15.10 billion in 2025 to reach nearly USD 38.01 billion by 2034, at a strong CAGR of 10.8%...

Latin American Protesters Rally Over Interception of Sumud Flotilla

(MENAFN) Thousands of individuals took to the streets across various Latin American cities on Wednesday in response to the Israeli Navy’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. The flotilla, which set sail with the purpose of bypassing...