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152 articles in the TruthFoundry index. Each links out to the original.

• Economist's Big Mac Index Turns 40 Years Old · The Economist's Big Mac Index celebrates its 40th anniversary as a tool for comparing real exchange rates globally.
• US Fugitive Jude Demeis Captured in Ecuador After Six Years · Jude Demeis, a Massachusetts fugitive wanted for child sexual abuse material, was captured in Ecuador after six years on the run.
• Panama Canal Tariff Hikes Drive LNG Ship-to-Ship Transfers · Rising Panama Canal fees and congestion force Chevron to use ship-to-ship transfers for LNG exports to Asia.
• Venezuela Courts Investors to Exploit World's Largest Oil Reserves · Venezuela's Oil Minister Paula Henao seeks production-sharing contracts to revive oil output.
• Paraguay Begins Construction on First Floating Solar Plant at Itaipu Dam · Paraguay's Itaipu Binacional launches the first floating solar plant in the Itaipu reservoir.
• Record Brazilian Tourism Boosts Chile's Ski Sector Amid Economic Struggles · Record Brazilian arrivals in July help offset Argentina's decline and support Chile's struggling tourism economy.
• Colombian President Orders Review of Speed Cameras for Revenue Concerns · President Abelardo de la Espriella ordered a comprehensive review of Colombia's speed cameras to ensure they prioritize safety over revenue collection.
• Mexico's Heavy Truck Industry Sees Production and Export Surge in July 2026 · Mexico's heavy truck industry reported a double-digit production and export surge in July 2026, driven by US demand.
• Heavy Rains Disrupt Brazil's Coffee Harvest, Threatening Premium Supply · Heavy rains in Brazil have disrupted coffee harvests, reducing the availability of high-quality Arabica beans for premium brands.
• Colombian Construction Chamber Proposes Temporary VAT Exemption for Earthquake Reconstruction · Camacol proposes a temporary VAT exemption on materials to lower costs for earthquake-affected home reconstruction in Colombia.
• China Actively Committed to Iran Conflict Talks · China reaffirms support for diplomatic solutions to the US-Iran conflict, emphasizing active engagement in peace talks
• Argentine President Milei to Meet FIA to Bring Formula 1 Back · Argentine President Javier Milei plans to meet FIA officials to return Formula 1 to Argentina.
• Putin Plans to Recruit 300,000 New Soldiers for Ukraine Conflict · Ukrainian President Zelenski claims Russia plans to recruit 300,000 additional soldiers following parliamentary elections.
• Uruguay Private Banks Seek Equal Access to Public Deposits · Uruguay's private banking association argues for legal equality with the state bank to boost national credit.
• Six EU Nations Propose Tax on Oil Giant Profits Amid Iran Conflict · Spain and five other EU nations request a tax on oil company profits driven by the Iran war.
• Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on $20B of Canadian Goods After Trade Talks Fail · New 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian products took effect after US-Canada trade negotiations failed.
• Mexican Governor Accused of Drug Trafficking Requests Indefinite Leave Amid US Tensions · Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha requested indefinite leave after US drug trafficking accusations drew criticism from President Sheinbaum.
• Iran Rejects US Sanctions Threats as Tensions Rise Over Strait of Hormuz · Iran dismisses new US sanctions as desperate, citing economic pressure and regional military threats.
• Trump hosts IndyCar race in Washington for 250th anniversary · President Trump organizes an IndyCar race on the National Mall to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
• Cartagena Restores India Catalina Monument and Upgrades Puerto Duro District · Cartagena's mayor unveiled the restored India Catalina statue and new infrastructure projects in the Puerto Duro district.
• Gratitude as a Response to Global Crisis and Human Responsibility · The author argues that true gratitude involves connecting with human responsibility rather than disconnecting from global news.
• Colombian Government Vetoes Merit Law Proposed by Uribista Senator · President Abelardo de la Espriella's administration returned a merit-based public sector law to Congress, sparking internal conflict within the Uribista coalition.
• Fire near homes in Popayan, Colombia prompts emergency response · A large fire near residential areas and a major highway in Popayan, Colombia, is being contained by firefighters.
• Moderna and Merck mRNA Cancer Vaccine Reduces Melanoma Recurrence · Moderna and Merck announce a successful phase III mRNA vaccine trial reducing melanoma recurrence rates.
• Colombian Startups Rappi and Addi Scale Operations and Raise Capital · Colombian fintech and tech startups like Addi and Rappi report growth and secure major funding rounds in 2026.
• Colombian Executive Salaries Reach $24.2M Median; 80% Feel Underpaid · A 2026 salary study reveals Colombian executives earn up to $24.2 million while 80% of workers feel underpaid.
• Chelsea, Man City, and Real Madrid Lead 2026 Summer Transfer Spending · Morgan Rogers joins Chelsea for a record US$159.6 million transfer in the 2026 summer window.
• F1 Driver Contracts Reach Record Values in Last Decade · Top Formula 1 drivers signed multi-million dollar contracts driven by titles and commercial value.
• Rolex Daytona Rainbow Sells for Up to $817,000 on Secondary Market · The Rolex Daytona Rainbow, featuring 36 colored sapphires, trades for up to $817,000, exceeding the price of a Ferrari 296 GTB.
• Booking.com Reveals Colombia's Top 5 Nature Destinations for 2026 · Booking.com highlights Guatapé, Chile's Atacama, and Tromsø as top nature retreats for Colombian travelers.