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Zé Felipe modifies tattoo honoring Virginia

2025년 10월 29일 João Silva

Singer Zé Felipe altered a neck tattoo honoring his ex-wife, Virginia Fonseca, changing the initials 'Vi' to 'Vida'. The modification followed Virginia's public relationship with player Vini Jr. and was revealed on social media alongside his current girlfriend, Ana Castela. Fans speculated on the influence of her new romance.

The origin of cempasúchil curado in Xochimilco

Federico Olvera, owner of the Agave 69 pulquería in Xochimilco, created the cempasúchil curado 21 years ago from a moment of inspiration during Day of the Dead celebrations. This innovation blended pulque with cempasúchil flowers, winning over customers and becoming a seasonal classic. Olvera claims to be the original inventor of this recipe.

Bac international seeks to buy banco de bogota's panamanian subsidiary

BAC Holding International Corp has authorized a shareholders' meeting to assess the purchase of Banco de Bogotá's Panamanian subsidiary by its affiliate BAC International Corporation. The deal involves 99.56% of Multi Financial Group's shares. Banco de Bogotá will also call its shareholders to discuss the potential sale.

Fluminense beats Ceará and enters Brasileirão top six

2025년 10월 29일 João Silva

Fluminense defeated Ceará 1-0 in a delayed 12th-round match of the Campeonato Brasileiro at the Maracanã on Wednesday (October 29). Renê scored the only goal from a free kick, allowing the Rio team to overtake Botafogo and take sixth place with 47 points. Coach Luis Zubeldía praised the team's solidity but noted the need to improve finishing.

Professional League confirms date and time for Superclasico on matchday 15

2025년 10월 29일 María López

The Professional Football League announced that the Superclasico between Boca Juniors and River Plate will be played on Sunday, November 9, at 16:30 in La Bombonera, for matchday 15 of the Clausura Tournament. Both teams are seeking key points in the annual table to qualify for the 2026 Copa Libertadores, with Boca leading by one point. The match arrives at a critical moment for the continental aspirations of the historic rivals.

Tax reforms not impacting Colombia's government revenue

Despite multiple tax reforms, Colombia's government revenue remains between 14.4% and 16.6% of GDP through 2026, according to an analysis by the Universidad Javeriana's Fiscal Observatory. The study highlights a projection shortfall exceeding that of countries like Chile, with overestimation above 4% of GDP. A deficit of up to 8 trillion pesos is forecasted for 2025.

Reasons the US dollar stays below $4,000 pesos in Colombia

2025년 10월 29일 Carlos Ramírez

The US dollar has completed eight weeks without exceeding $4,000 pesos in Colombia, driven by global and local factors like the Federal Reserve's rate cut and increased dollar inflows. Analysts point to the DXY index's weakness and government operations strengthening the peso. This stability benefits imports and travel to the United States.

Kast explains controversial immigrant expulsion proposal

2025년 10월 29일 Ana Torres

José Antonio Kast, presidential candidate of the Republican Party, defended his initiative for irregular immigrants to pay for their exit from Chile. At a campaign event, he detailed that they will have 133 days to leave voluntarily with their belongings or face expulsion without benefits. The proposal has drawn criticism from rivals like Jeannette Jara and Evelyn Matthei.

Opposition rejects nearly all 2026 budget items

2025년 10월 29일 Ana Torres

The opposition in Chile's Special Mixed Budget Commission rejected nearly all 2026 budget items on Wednesday, in an unprecedented move to force negotiations with the government. The rejection impacts key funding for ministries including Health, Education, and Housing, drawing criticism from officialists who call it election-driven. Discussions will resume in November after elections.

Lawyer detained in trial for Cecilia Strzyzowski femicide

2025년 10월 29일 María López

During jury selection in the trial for Cecilia Strzyzowski's femicide in Chaco, a lawyer defending Emerenciano Sena was detained for attempting to film potential jurors. The incident disrupted the hearing at the Centro de Convenciones Gala in Resistencia. The selection process, started on Tuesday, was not completed and will continue on Thursday.

Simón Levy reports assassination attempt in Washington and denies Portugal detention

2025년 10월 29일 Juan Pérez

Businessman and former tourism undersecretary Simón Levy recounted an alleged assassination attempt on his life in Washington, D.C., from which he escaped unharmed in a bulletproof vehicle. Meanwhile, Mexico City's prosecutor's office confirmed his detention in Portugal due to two active arrest warrants. Levy rejected the official account and accused Morena-linked individuals of threats.