El Salvador Newswire

Feminists in El Salvador Fight Against a Misogynist Government

On April 23rd the President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, ordered the immediate dismissal of Claudia Liduvina Escobar Campos, then Commissioner of the Institute for Access to Public Information (IAIP), accusing her of committing “probable acts [that] …

Amando Moreno selected to preliminary El Salvador National Team roster

Amando Moreno selected to preliminary El Salvador National Team roster Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Updated: 10:29 AM MDT Jun 18, 2021 On Friday morning, New Mexico United announced that forward/midfielder Amando Moreno was …

Why El Salvador sees a future in Bitcoin

Nic Carter, a local venture capitalist, is an expert in the world of Bitcoin. So when he heard El Salvador was considering legislation to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender last week, he took to Twitter — where else? — to explore the momentous news in more …

Crypto limbo: Experts unpick El Salvador’s Bitcoin Law, NFTs and the future of dogecoin

It has been a busy month for bitcoin. The cryptocurrency has seen the biggest upgrade to its network in four years, massive institutional interest, and the first ever country to officially adopt it as legal tender. But despite all this, the market has …

Bitcoin: The issue of cryptography law in El Salvador

UPDATE 2-El Salvador not in talks with China over loan deal, minister says

(Adds finance minister’s comments on China) SAN SALVADOR, May 6 (Reuters) - El Salvador is still negotiating with the International Monetary Fund and other multilateral organizations to secure a loan deal, and is not talking to China about the possibility, …

World Bank Refuses To Help El Salvador With 'Bitcoin Transition'

The World Bank will not help El Salvador implement a transition to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) after the country moved to adopt the cryptocurrency as legal tender. What Happened: According to a report from Reuters, the organization cited environmental and …

World Bank rejects El Salvador request for help in adopting bitcoin

WASHINGTON: The World Bank rejected a request from El Salvador for assistance in its bid to adopt bitcoin as a currency, a spokesperson for the Washington-based development lender said on Thursday (Jun 17). El Salvador uses the US dollar as its official …

El Salvador Goes Clear After Second Defeat Of SKN Sugar Boyz

Coach of the St. Kitts and Nevis Sugar Boyz team, Leo Neiva, did promise a much better showing by his team, in the return leg of the world cup qualifier, versus El Salvador. The Sugar Boyz were whipped 4 goals to nil, in the first leg at Warner Park and …

World Bank declines to help El Salvador adopt bitcoin, citing environmental and transparency concerns

The International Monetary Fund, which is weighing a separate request for more than $1 billion in funds from El Salvador, has also expressed skepticism about the country’s embrace of bitcoin and said that it “raises a number of macroeconomic, financial and …

World Bank rejects El Salvador’s request to implement bitcoin as legal tender

The World Bank has rejected El Salvador’s request for help as the country seeks to become the first nation in the world to implement bitcoin as legal tender. “While the government did approach us for assistance on Bitcoin, this is not something the World …

CPL champion Forge FC draws El Salvador's CD FAS in CONCACAF League

TORONTO - CPL champion Forge FC has been drawn against El Salvador's CD FAS in the Scotiabank CONCACAF League. The 22-team competition is a feeder tournament that will send six clubs to the Scotiabank CONCACAF Champions League, the flagship club …

World Bank slams bitcoin, declines to help El Salvador’s cryptocurrency plan

Aurich Lawson | Getty Images 2 with 2 posters participating Last week, El Salvador’s government passed a law to accept bitcoin as legal tender alongside the US dollar. The country receives $6 billion in remittances per year—nearly a quarter of its gross …

Links: Vigneron's hypocrisy; Samantha Power in El Salvador; kudos to US mayors

Our friends at Catholic News Agency have "updated" their story about Pope Francis refusing a request from President Joe Biden to give him Communion. Originally, they labeled the changed story "corrected," which is closer to the truth, …

Remittance Payments to El Salvador can be Improved by Using Bitcoin or Other Crypto Rails Instead of Regular Money ...

Nate Maddrey and the other researchers at Coin Metrics have shared their latest State of the Network Report. Published on June 15, 2021, the report from Coin Metrics notes that on June 9, 2021, the El Salvador Congress introduced a bill that officially …

World Bank refuses to help El Salvador adopt bitcoin over environmental and transparency concerns

Citing environmental and transparency concerns, the World Bank on Thursday refused to accept El Salvador’s request for technical help in implementing bitcoin as legal tender in the country. “While the government did approach us for assistance on bitcoin, …

El Salvador Beats St. Kitts 4-0 In World Cup Qualifying

David Rugamas scored a pair of first-half goals, California-born Joshua Perez added another and El Salvador won 4-0 at St. Kitts and Nevis on Saturday, moving into commanding position to advance in World Cup qualifying. The United States will be the …

CPL champion Forge FC draws El Salvador's CD FAS in CONCACAF League prelims

CPL champion Forge FC has been drawn against El Salvador's CD FAS in the Scotiabank CONCACAF League. The 22-team competition is a feeder tournament that will send six clubs to the Scotiabank CONCACAF Champions League, the flagship club competition in …

World Bank says it cannot assist El Salvador bitcoin implementation

NEW YORK: The World Bank said on Wednesday it cannot assist El Salvador's bitcoin implementation given environmental and transparency shortcomings. "We are committed to helping El Salvador in numerous ways including for currency transparency and …

Bringing Authenticity Back to Rap and Hip Hop: The Much Awaited ‘Return of Da Yopp’

With rich and immersive Rap musical compositions, rising musical movement, Camp Yopp is driven to channel music for the greater good CHICKASHA, OKLAHOMA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Without doubt, Camp Yopp is more than …

NeuroCoach Rachel Kozy’s Book “You’re Welcome” a Must-Read for Mental Health in the Wake of COVID

You’re Welcome capitalizes on Rachel’s own mental breakdown to help improve every aspect of her readers’ wellbeing. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeuroCoach, Rachel Kozy, MPH, MBA, is calling out to …

LBank Lists Safemoon Cash

Safemoon Cash has launched on the LBank exchange today, paired with USDT. Safemoon Cash (LBANK:SMC) NEW YORK, USA, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Safemoon Cash has launched on the LBank exchange today, paired with USDT. LBank claims itself …

IMF Staff Concludes Virtual Visit to Togo

Download logo Discussions were focused on measures to support the ongoing response to COVID-19, efforts to strengthen the nascent economic recovery, the need for reforms to foster inclusive and sustainable private sector-led growth; The Togolese …

Canada announces new assistance for those affected by conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region

Download logo Canada remains deeply concerned by the ongoing conflict in the Tigray region of Ethiopia and the resulting humanitarian crisis that continues to worsen. Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable …

Coronavirus: African Union Member States reporting COVID-19 cases as of 19 June 2021, 9 am EAT

African Union Member States (55) reporting COVID-19 cases (5,160,473), deaths (136,810) and recoveries (4,590,617) by region: Central (186,334 cases; 2,931 deaths; 167,582 recoveries): Burundi (5,121; 8; 4,198), Cameroon (80,090; 1,310; 77,305), CAR (11, …

WHO Demonstrates Commitment in supporting COVID-19 Response and Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) Preparedness in Liberia

he World Health Organization (WHO) on 16th June 2021 delivered a huge consignment of Infection Prevention Control (IPC) supplies and laboratory diagnostic kits to the Ministry of Health in Monrovia to strengthen the response to COVID-19 and improve …

The President of the Republic of Mauritius discussed COVID-19 Vaccination Programme with the WHO Representative in ...

His Excellency Mr Prithvirajsing Roopun, the President of the Republic of Mauritius met Dr Laurent Musango, the WHO Representative in Mauritius on 17 June 2021 to discuss the COVID-19 situation and the vaccination programme in the country.    It was an …

UNAIDS is deeply saddened by the death of the former President of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda

UNAIDS is deeply saddened by the death of the first President of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda, and expresses its sincere condolences to his family, his friends and the country. Mr Kaunda was a strong supporter of the AIDS response and showed great leadership and …

Coronavirus - Zimbabwe: COVID-19 Daily Update (18 June 2021)

Download logo As at 18 June 2021, Zimbabwe had 41 335 confirmed cases, including 37 143 recoveries and 1 656 deaths. To date, a total of 700 244 people have been vaccinated against COVID-19.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health and Child …

South Sudan Council of Churches invites all to observe International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in ...

“Acts such as rape, sexual slavery and forced marriage are crimes under South Sudanese laws and are inconsistent with teachings and principles of Christian faiths,” reads the statement. “Parties to the conflict in South Sudan made commitments to protect …

Ethiopia: Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union

Download logo On June 21, a majority of Ethiopian voters will be invited to participate in elections. Some constituencies will vote at a later stage, in part due to security and logistical challenges. The European Union (EU) takes note of this important …

Coronavirus - Ethiopia: COVID-19 Reported Cases in Ethiopia (18 June 2021)

Daily: Laboratory Test: 5,594 Cases: 124 Severe Cases: 228 New Deaths: 14 Recovery: 439 Total: Laboratory Test: 2,813,953 Active Cases: 16,987 Total Cases: 274,899 Total Deaths: 4,276 Total Recovery: 253,634 Total Vaccinated: 1,974,476Distributed by APO …

European Integrated Border Management Assistance Mission in Libya (EUBAM Libya): Council extends mandate for a further ...

Download logo The Council today decided to extend the mandate of the European Integrated Border Management Assistance Mission in Libya (EUBAM Libya) for a further two years until 30 June 2023. In its renewed mandate, the mission is tasked with assisting …

UK and Ghana reaffirm partnership on climate adaptation and resilience ahead of COP26

Download logo During a visit to Ghana, Minister of State Anne-Marie Trevelyan co-chaired a ministerial roundtable with Minister of Environment Dr Kwaku Afriyie on climate adaption and resilience and Ghana’s roadmap to COP26. The UK International Champion …

Refugees worldwide face rising hunger due to funding gaps amidst Covid-19

Significant funding shortfalls across East and Southern Africa as well as the Middle East have forced ration cuts upon some of the world’s most vulnerable people who rely on WFP food to survive. In East Africa alone, almost three-quarters of refugees have …

Coronavirus - Eswatini: COVID-19 daily info update (18 June 2021)

Minister of Health Lizzie Nkosi's COVID-19 update on 18 June 2021: Total daily tests: 592 New confirmed cases: 16 Cumulative confirmed cases: 18,800 Active cases: 126 Recoveries: 17,997 (14 new) Currently admitted: 25 New deaths: 1 Total deaths: 677 …

UNFPA Deputy Executive Director Ib Petersen concludes first official visit to Egypt

Download logo The visit came as the Government of Egypt embarks on an ambitious newly-endorsed accelerated National Action Plan for the Egyptian Family Development. Ambassador Petersen’s discussed the program with different ministers, since it is a multi- …

UNHCR: World leaders must act to reverse the trend of soaring displacement

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is today urging world leaders to step up their efforts to foster peace, stability and cooperation in order to halt and begin reversing nearly a decade-long trend of surging displacement driven by violence and persecution. …

Coronavirus - Zambia: COVID-19 Statistics Daily Status Update (18 June 2021)

As of 18th June, we recorded 2,913 new cases out of 12,703 tests (23% positivity); 1,999 recoveries and 29 new deaths (MTSRIP).Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI).

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'D' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

Celebrating 11-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Jaidster' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good ( …

Celebrating 14-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Kayla Bean' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …

As Italy Drops Restrictions, Scientology Volunteer Ministers Look Back on a Year of Help

From decontaminating houses of worship to delivering food and prescriptions, Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Italy look back on 16 months of public service. MILANO, ITALY, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The bright yellow jackets of the …

Celebrating 11-Year-Old NJ Girl 'Emee' for Making a Positive Impact

Kids create fun finger dance videos, and Recruiting for Good donates $20 to a NJ Food Pantry for every submitted video. And $20 Donut Gift Card. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recruiting for Good (R4G) is a …