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2 hours ago
- Politics
Panama and Venezuela to restore consular services in each other's countries
PANAMA CITY -- Panama and Venezuela will restore consular services in each other's countries in the coming days, Panama's Foreign Affairs Ministry said late Thursday, nearly a year after Panama suspended them following questionable Venezuelan elections that reelected President Nicolás Maduro. 'Due to the imperative need to attend to the consular issues of their citizens,' the two countries agreed to reactivate their consular services, the ministry said in a statement. The diplomatic break came July 29, 2024, when Panama pulled its diplomats from Caracas and announced it was suspending relations with Venezuela. It followed elections the day before in which the opposition declared fraud and offered evidence that Maduro had been roundly defeated. Panama President José Raúl Mulino gave his support to the Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia, who had visited Panama weeks earlier. Venezuela suspended flights between both countries, including those by Panamanian national carrier Copa Airlines. Flights were reestablished May 22 this year.
India Today
4 hours ago
- Sport
- India Today
Club World Cup: Vintage Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami's win vs Porto, Botafogo stuns PSG
Lionel Messi rolled back the years as he helped guide Inter Miami to a historic win over FC Porto in the FIFA Club World Cup clash on Friday, June 20. The footballing icon produced yet another magical free-kick to give his side a 2-1 victory over the Portuguese from a goalless draw in their opening fixture against Al Ahly, Inter Miami came out with a point to prove and toppled the Portuguese giants in what was a landmark win. It marked the first time a CONCACAF team had defeated a European side in an official took an early lead after earning a penalty, which Samuel Aghehowa converted. However, Miami's Venezuelan winger, Telasco Segovia, levelled the scores early in the second half, latching onto a cross from Marcelo Weigandt and finishing confidently. But it was Messi who ultimately stole the spotlight, delivering a trademark free-kick from just outside the penalty area to put his team ahead-an advantage they held onto until the final to the media post-match, Messi revealed the team was determined to bounce back from their opening draw and make a statement."It's a great joy. A lot of effort went into it, and we worked very well. I'm very happy. We were left with a bitter taste after the first match. We thought we could have won it," Messi his stunning set-piece, Messi kept his explanation simple, attributing the goal to noticing a gap left by the took advantage of the space left by the goalkeeper, who was standing still and not covering his post. I tried to score there,' he UPSET OF THE SEASON?The reigning UEFA Champions League winners, Paris Saint-Germain, were left stunned after suffering a shock defeat to Brazilian top-flight champions though PSG rotated their squad slightly, the side still featured the likes of Dsir Dou, Gonalo Ramos, and Warren Zare-Emery. Yet the French giants failed to find their rhythm and ultimately paid the Jesus scored the only goal of the match in the 36th minute. A well-timed through ball from Jefferson Savarino split the defence, allowing Jesus to cut past the final defenders and squeeze a shot past the keeper. Though the ball took a deflection, it managed to roll over the held on to their lead for the remainder of the game. PSG had their chances, including a 79th-minute goal that was ruled out for MADRID BACK TO WINNING WAYSAfter being outclassed by PSG in their opener, Atltico Madrid roared back into form. Pablo Barrios scored a brace and Axel Witsel added another in a commanding 3-1 win over MLS side Seattle opened the scoring in the 11th minute, smashing the ball in from the box after being set up by Giovanni who came on at halftime, scored shortly after. A long-range effort from Marcos Llorente struck the crossbar, and the Belgian international was on hand to tap in the conceding a goal to the Sounders, Barrios struck again to put the result beyond doubt and ensure Atltico returned to winning Reel
Toronto Star
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Toronto Star
Panama and Venezuela to restore consular services in each other's countries
PANAMA CITY (AP) — Panama and Venezuela will restore consular services in each other's countries in the coming days, Panama's Foreign Affairs Ministry said late Thursday, nearly a year after Panama suspended them following questionable Venezuelan elections that reelected President Nicolás Maduro. 'Due to the imperative need to attend to the consular issues of their citizens,' the two countries agreed to reactivate their consular services, the ministry said in a statement.
Winnipeg Free Press
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
Panama and Venezuela to restore consular services in each other's countries
PANAMA CITY (AP) — Panama and Venezuela will restore consular services in each other's countries in the coming days, Panama's Foreign Affairs Ministry said late Thursday, nearly a year after Panama suspended them following questionable Venezuelan elections that reelected President Nicolás Maduro. 'Due to the imperative need to attend to the consular issues of their citizens,' the two countries agreed to reactivate their consular services, the ministry said in a statement. The diplomatic break came July 29, 2024, when Panama pulled its diplomats from Caracas and announced it was suspending relations with Venezuela. It followed elections the day before in which the opposition declared fraud and offered evidence that Maduro had been roundly defeated. Panama President José Raúl Mulino gave his support to the Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia, who had visited Panama weeks earlier. Venezuela suspended flights between both countries, including those by Panamanian national carrier Copa Airlines. Flights were reestablished May 22 this year. Panama had also insisted that Venezuela agree to receive migrants from its country moving south through Panama, but there was no mention of that issue in Thursday's statement.
Hypebeast
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Sneaker Culture In Venezuela: Voices From a Movement On the Rise
Sneaker culture in Venezuela is hitting new levels. In a country where access has long been a challenge, sneakers have become more than coveted objects: they're a visual language, a personal statement, and a way to connect with global culture through a local lens. Venezuelan sneaker culture has never faded, evolving underground and becoming a key movement for well-dressed streetwear enthusiasts looking to stand out. The scene is being reignited by a new generation of creators, athletes, artists, and at the heart of it all as the only neighborhood store reclaiming Venezuela's place in global footwear. 'Venezuela is back on the radar as a market with potential, energy, and a community that truly understands the value of sneaker culture. What we've built isn't just a store — it's a cultural bridge that crosses borders,' says store owner José Luis Couñago. To understand the movement in Venezuela, we asked four key voices to share their perspectives on their local sneaker community and how they're writing a new chapter for the region as a whole. 'Sneakers are more than style — they're a story.' 'In Venezuela, sneakers go beyond the everyday — representing identity, resistance, and cultural expression. Owning an iconic pair isn't just about style but belonging and aspiration. Sneakers have helped build communities merged with music, art, and sport. They've inspired local aesthetics and influenced the entire artistic scene. In a way, sneakers have become tools for visual storytelling — allowing us to challenge norms, remix global trends, and rescue the heritage of silhouettes that defined past eras.' 'Sneakers opened the door to the game.' 'My relationship with sneakers has always been personal on and off the court. When I started in the NBA, there were heavy restrictions on what you could don on feet — your sneakers had to match the uniform. Today, players have more freedom to express their style, which has shifted the conversation entirely. For young athletes, sneakers are more than just casual gear — they bring a sense of motivation to your game. In Venezuela, I see kids not just inspired by basketball, but by what it means to wear a great pair of kicks: effort, pride, and community. Sneakers have become a tool to connect, to dream big, and to move forward.' 'My sneakers leave marks on the city — and on me.' 'Sneakers are deeply personal for me. Every pair tells a story, like chapters in a visual diary. Walking through Caracas, I feel like I'm literally and symbolically leaving a mark on the city. My work as an urban explorer is rooted in connecting with undiscovered parts of Venezuela. I choose my sneakers the way I decide how to shoot Caracas: carefully and with intention. For me, sneakers and the city are inseparable. 'We didn't just bring sneakers back — we kickstarted a new cultural season.' 'At CEO, we've spent the last few years reclaiming our place as a reference point in sneakers and streetwear through exclusive drops, cultural events, and community connection. Being part of the Neighborhood program — and the only one in Venezuela — means we build experiences that go beyond product. Venezuela is back on the radar as a market with potential, energy, and a community that truly understands the value of sneaker culture. What we've built isn't just a store — it's a cultural bridge that crosses borders.' Venezuela's sneaker culture is being rewritten — not by brands, but by its people. With creativity as fuel and community as a compass, the culture continues to grow — pair by pair, story by story, and step by step. Latin America has flourished into a key market for brands likeNike,adidas, andASICS, and the region shows no signs of slowing down. From Mexico to Colombia and Venezuela, the movement is on an uphill climb spearheaded by a bright community that aims to reclaim the conversation.
