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New national cemetery coming to Albuquerque

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New national cemetery coming to Albuquerque

A new national cemetery is coming to Albuquerque, New Mexico. The new cemetery, which will be known as the Albuquerque National Cemetery, will be the third national cemetery in the state. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs made the announcement toward the end of June, saying that construction on the cemetery is slated to begin in 2025.

Photo courtesy: National Cemetery Administration

“Albuquerque National Cemetery will serve nearly 78,000 Veterans. We are pleased to extend access to VA burial benefits for Veterans in the Santa Fe/Albuquerque area and provide them with a final resting place in honor of their service to the nation,” said VA Acting Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs Ronald Walters in a statement.

In 2023, the VA purchased 230 acres of land adjacent to the Petroglyph National Monument, due west of Albuquerque. The cemetery will be designed and built with water-wise landscaping that is similar to other VA national cemeteries in El Paso, Texas, Phoenix, Arizona and Bakersfield, California. It will include crushed granite and ground cover in the burial sections. The site will also feature options for casketed and cremation burials.

The name of the cemetery was selected through input from local Veterans and community leaders. It is consistent with the National Cemeteries Act of 1973 (Title 38 U.S.C. § 531) that requires VA property to be named for the geographic area where the facility is located.

Today, the VA operates 155 national cemeteries and 34 soldiers’ lots and monument sites in the country. There are over 5.4 million people who are buried in VA national cemeteries, including 4.1 million Veterans of every war and conflict.

Currently, there are two national cemeteries in New Mexico. One of them is located in Santa Fe while the other one is located in Fort Bayard near Silver City. New Mexico is also home to three state veterans’ cemeteries. The VA expects the Santa Fe National Cemetery to run out of land in the next 10 years or so. With the new Albuquerque site slated to begin construction next year, the cemetery will help provide much-needed relief.

The Albuquerque National Cemetery will provide burial space for the next 300 years. The federal government allocated $41 million for the Albuquerque site, and the VA’s goal is to begin burials at the new cemetery within the next five years. According to USAFacts, there were 136,204 veterans living in New Mexico in 2024.

You can sign up for information on the development and the opening of the Albuquerque National Cemetery by visiting https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVANCA/signup/39043. To contact the VA about burial benefits, you can call 800-827-1000. For burial arrangements at any open VA national cemetery at the time of need, you can call the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.

The 2024 Olympics in Paris have arrived

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The 2024 Olympics in Paris have arrived

The 2020 Tokyo Olympics were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which was peaking around the time they were supposed to begin.

On March 30, 2020 the Tokyo Organizing Committee of the Olympic and Parlympic Games (TOCOG) along with the International Olympic Committee released a joint statement on the agreement of new dates from the 2020 Summer Olympics, which had now been moved to July 23, 2021.

While spectators had to wait another year to cheer on their countries best athletes, the upside is that they wouldn’t have to wait long for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

On Friday, July 26th the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris will kick off the opening ceremony at Jardins du Trocadéro.

While the U.S. always seems to have a plethora of great athletes who compete in both the Summer and Winter Olympics, Colorado has contributed significantly to that pool of athletes.

Here are some of those athletes and their specialized fields:

• Valarie Allman (29), from Longmont in Track and Field (Women’s Discus)
• Riley Amos (22), from Durango in Cycling
• Christopher Blevins (26), from Durango in Cycling
• Canyon Barry (30), from Colorado Springs in 3X3 Basketball
• Savilia Blunk (25), from Durango in Cycling
• Wyndham Clark (30), from Denver in Golf
• Val Constien (28), from Edwards in Track and Field (Steeplechase)
• Elise Cranny (28), from Niwot in Track and Field (5,000 meter race)
• Olivia Cummins (21), from Fort Collins for Cycling
• Collin Duffy (20), from Broomfield in Sport Climbing
• Anna Hall (23), from Denver in Track and Field
• Lindsey Horan (30), from Golden in Soccer
• Leonard Korir (37), from Kenya and moved to Colorado Springs in Track and Field

With just over two weeks until the opening ceremony in Paris, athletes are preparing for a pandemic free Olympics. In other sports the Denver Nuggets added a free agent big to the bench with the signing of Dario Saric from Croatia. The two-year, $10.6 million contract will now restrict the Nuggets to adding players to minimum deals.

The Denver Broncos will kick off of the 2023 training camp on the same day that the Paris Olympic’s holds it’s opening ceremony.

The Colorado Rockies won two of three against the Royals over the weekend at Coors Field. Yesterday they kicked off a four-game series with the Cincinnati Reds by getting shut out 6 – 0 in Cincinnati. The Rockies wrap up their series with the Reds on Thursday before heading to New York to face the Mets in a three-game series.

Once decidedly a Democratic ‘lock,’ the recent debate puts Pueblo into play

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Once decidedly a Democratic ‘lock,’ the recent debate puts Pueblo into play

It is pretty much agreed that President Biden’s disastrous June 27th debate was the proverbial pebble in the pond. The concentric circles it created continue to spread. But, the question remains, what will be the ultimate impact of his performance.

Conversely, will ex-president Donald Trump’s litany of debate lies, half-truths and failure to commit to accepting the results of the election should he lose impact his chances of returning to the Oval Office? There remain only 118 days until Election Day.

Beyond hard core supporters for each man, there are also growing camps coalescing and taking aim at both candidates saying neither man should be our next president.

Following the debate Aspen businessman and Democratic candidate for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District, Adam Frisch, posted on YouTube a call for Biden to step aside and allow another candidate to run in November.

“We need a president that can unite America,” said Frisch. While acknowledging the recovery the President has led over his term, Frisch said the country “requires a new generation of leadership.” He also said Trump is unfit to lead. In addition to his YouTube calls for a new candidate, Frisch has shared his opinion on cable news channels as he campaigns across Colorado’s largest congressional district.

Frisch is running for Congress for the second time. He was narrowly defeated in 2021 by current CD3 Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Just months ago, Boebert abandoned her run for reelection in the district and now now running for Congress in CD4, an area that covers most of the state’s eastern plains.

In Pueblo, once the bluest and surest voting bloc in Colorado, Frisch’s call for Biden to make way for another candidate is not surprising, said retired Chief Judge Dennis Maes. “We’re getting older,” said Maes. The complexion of Pueblo and CD3 is “changing.”

Once a solidly union town, buoyed by the CF&I, southern Colorado’s largest employer, Pueblo was a lock for Democrats. It voted blue in 2011 and helped reelect President Obama. But four years later, Trump won the city—narrowly, but still won. No longer blue but also not exactly red, Pueblo today is hueing decidedly purple.

Pueblo, said the retired jurist, is like a lot of American cities. “We’re getting older down here.” A lot of the children of traditional Pueblo and southern Colorado Democrats are stepping away from their parents and grandparents’ party. “It’s amazing how many of these younger folks are not following in their family’s’ footsteps and adopting the party.”

Maes, for whom the county courthouse is named, remains solidly in the Biden camp despite the debate pratfall. “I was very disappointed. It was very disheartening. But I had concerns about him before the debate,” he acknowledged. “But he’s still going to be the nominee.”

Speaking by phone following his morning walk, walks he takes “to beat the heat,” Maes said it would have been a far different debate had Biden simply debated as if “Trump wasn’t even in the room.” Biden, he said, let himself get “caught up with Trump’s bombastic style,” adding, the President just didn’t seem confident.

Frisch’s call for Biden to leave the race seems to be germinating with party leaders, including those in Congress. Even Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries had scheduled a call for a rare weekend conference to create or discuss a ‘Plan B,’ in the event the President decides against running. As of press time Jeffries has solidified his support of Biden.

Weekend talk shows had a division of ‘talking head’ opinions on what the President should or would do. Some were direct in calling for new blood, others veiled their support with recitals of Biden’s accomplishments before offering what appeared to be soft endorsements.

Maes said Biden has more than a strong record to run on, including rescuing the economy post-COVID. According to Business Insider, a multi-national publication that reports on international economic issues, said the U.S. economy sits at the top of all G7 economies post-COVID.

The publication also said the U.S. “had the highest GDP growth since the start of the pandemic” and that there are no signs that the country is “heading toward a recession.”

Maes said these are the things that the President needs to stress as the country counts down to November 5th, Election Day. “I’ll support him, regardless,” said the judge. Beside his accomplishments in his presidency, Maes said, “The best thing he (Biden) has going for him is Trump.”

The 2024 Lexus LX 600 marks the epitome of luxury

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The 2024 Lexus LX 600 marks the epitome of luxury

LaVozColorado Staff

The 2024 Lexus LX 600 hugs the road like it owns the highway. Its smooth ride and endless look of luxury is a sure sell for any driver. Lexus has once again delivered the look of luxury in a high-performing vehicle that hugs the Colorado highways.

Photo courtesy: Lexus

Equipped with 3,4L V6 twin turbo engine with 409 HP, 10-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel drive, 8,000 LB towing capacity and integrated tow hitch, multi-terrain select, adaptive variable suspension, and more.

Its interior includes leather-trimmed heated steering wheel, triple beam LED headlamps and LED taillamps, power moonroof, roof rails, power rear door with kick sensor, wireless phone charger and much more.

For your convenience and safety the 2024 Lexux LX 600 included Lexus Safety System, lane tracking assist, road sign assist, pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, dynamic radar cruise control central, lane departure alert with steering assist, intelligent high beam headlamps, panoramic view monitor, multi-terrain monitor, head-up display, intuitive parking assist and more.

Its interior includes a Lexus Interface with 12.3 touchscreen display, drive connect with Cloud Navigation, leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats, heated 2nd row outboard rear seats, 4-zone climate concierge and more.

The 2024 Lexus LX 600 registered 19-mpg between city and highway driving. Do drive down to your nearest Lexus dealership and test drive this beauty with a commanding performance and a look of endless luxury.

Binational education Initiative in Progress

David Conde
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Binational education Initiative in Progress
David Conde, Senior Consultant for International Programs

The Colorado Department of Education and the Colorado State Migrant Education Program among others celebrated a Binational Teachers Forum on June 29th to conclude a month of intense work of its Binational Migrant Education Initiative. This initiative “was developed to enable migrant students from Mexico who arrived in the United States to have access to the same free, appropriate public school education that is provided to other children.”

This phase of the project involved a culminating activity of the Mexico-US teacher exchange program that brought 9 pre-K and K-12 teachers from Mexico to work with children in mostly rural areas of Colorado.

The technical and cultural project is led by Tomas Mejia, the Director of the Colorado State Migrant Education Program and is a task close to his heart. He has endeavored to navigate an international initiative that requires work and commitment above and beyond.

As a graduate student, I had the opportunity to visit Mexico City and was awed by it as a historical and cultural enclave that included places like Zocalo, Templo Mayor, Basilica to the Virgin of Guadalupe, Chapultepec Castle and Xochimilco. But even that did not compare to Teotihuacan, the most important pre-Columbian metropolis that change the trajectory of my personal and professional life.

I met Tomas Mejia when he was a young student at MSU Denver that was looking for cultural relevance to a future career. I recall our conversations that led to his study in Mexico and a profound change in his perspective about his place and future.

Life-changing type of experiences can create a permanent bond with a particular culturally-based way of looking at life. The Binational Migrant Education Initiative (BMEI) appears very much in line with a commitment to international educational partnerships that serve the needs of Latino farmworker families across the State.

“The BMEI program objectives are to ensure that all binational migrant students have continued access to Education in the U.S. and in Mexico, advocate for and ensure that all binational migrant students have equitable opportunities to learn and meet high educational standards expected of all students, provide educators with training, which will allow them to better serve the educational needs of binational migrant children and provide support to parents and families of binational migrant students.”

The 2024 Binational Teachers Forum involved reports and presentations on the activity of 9 Mexican public school teachers who were completing their work and getting ready to return to their home country. A selected number of teachers from Colorado will be heading for Mexico this fall to carry out the same kind of projects in Mexican classrooms that the teachers from Mexico have just finished.

Cross-border educational continuity is vital as many of the migrant families are also immigrants or recent immigrants with children that have attended schools in the two countries. The initiative allows for educators from both countries to better understand each other’s learning methods and systems that can simplify the transition for the kids.

The value of the international program goes beyond service to Mexican children and their families in the United States. Understanding the American educational system in addition to that of Mexico also provides a possible solution to the frustration of effectively serving the growing number of American children whose families have repatriated to Mexico and find themselves somewhat alone in an alien system and another language.

Tomas Mejia’s leadership and commitment to this important and difficult work is justly celebrated in the work of binational professionals that have found a way. The notion of “Si Se Puede” lives.

The views expressed by David Conde are not necessarily the views of laVozColorado. Comments and responses may be directed to News@lavozcolorado.com.

What’s Happening?

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Community

Eighteen Reasons to Visit Arvada

Yes, 18! That’s a lot of reasons. And to be honest, we think there are probably a lot more, too. But this weekend – July 11-14 – is looking like one heckuva of good time to be in Arvada!

Before you start to talk yourself out of it because you think there is nowhere to stay, we have TWO great hotels that would love to host you for a big, fun weekend in Arvada! That’s at least two reasons to stay, right there!

Insider tip: Check out the self-guided Olde Town Arvada Walking Tour to get yourself acquainted with all things historical and everything else that makes Arvada so unique!

Next, why not get a jump on the weekend with the Taste of Arvada on Thursday, July 11? This annual event showcases local eateries and breweries. There will also be plenty of live music, art vendors, and more. If you’ve considered visiting Arvada, there’s your fourth good reason! Taste of Arvada tickets must be purchased in advance – they will not be sold at the door – so get yours today!

If the live music has caught your attention, you’re in luck. We’ve got two concerts ready to fill your Thursday night. Enjoy Apex’s Thursday Night Summer Concert Series at McIlvoy Park and/or the Hyland Hills Summer Concert Series at Clear Creek Valley Park. The Apex concert features Izzy and the IceBreakers playing classic and country rock like Chris Stapleton, The Eagles, ZZ Top and more.

The Hyland Hills Summer Concert Series is Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts, which is perfect if you are looking for a critically acclaimed country band that does not disappoint live.

Still not convinced? How about more live music on Friday, July 12?

Start with Live Music at the TRN in Olde Town. You can enjoy live music on the patio every Friday and Saturday night at the TRN. And, if that doesn’t make your night, you can still play some golf! That’s what we call a win/win. And reason number eight, if you’re counting.

On Saturday, we bet we can keep you busy—and possibly double-booked—all day. Start your day with FREE Yoga in the Park in Olde Town Arvada or a Paddleboard/Kayak Tour at Standley Lake. If you’re more of a cyclist, join Bike Friendly Arvada on their Brewery Ride, starting and ending at the Colorado Tap House.

Que Pasa? is compiled by La Voz Staff. To submit an event for consideration please email attractions@lavozcolorado.com with Que Pasa in the subject line by Friday at 5 p.m.

Colorado state health officials identify a human case of avian flu

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Colorado state health officials identify a human case of avian flu

Person had direct contact with infected cattle; public health experts say the risk to the public is low

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in coordination with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Colorado Department of Agriculture, has identified a human case of avian influenza H5 infection associated with a multi-state outbreak of the virus in dairy cattle.

The adult male had mild symptoms, reporting only conjunctivitis (pink eye). He reported his symptoms to state health officials, who tested him for influenza at the State Public Health Laboratory. Specimens forwarded to CDC for additional testing were positive for avian flu. CDPHE gave the individual antiviral treatment with oseltamivir in accordance with CDC guidance. He has recovered. This case is an employee at a dairy farm in northeast Colorado who had direct exposure to dairy cattle infected with avian flu. To protect patient privacy, additional details are not being provided.

“Our partnership with the Colorado Department of Agriculture has been crucial in disseminating information to dairy farmers across the state,” said Jill Hunsaker Ryan, executive director, CDPHE. “Coloradans should feel confident that the state is doing everything possible to mitigate the virus.”

It is safe to drink pasteurized milk and eat properly handled and cooked dairy, beef, and poultry products in the United States. The proper handling and cooking of poultry, meat, and eggs kills bacteria and viruses, including avian flu viruses. An updated study released earlier this week by FDA and USDA reinforced the safety of the commercial milk supply.

“The risk to most people remains low. Avian flu viruses are currently spreading among animals, but they are not adapted to spread from person to person. Right now, the most important thing to know is that people who have regular exposure to infected animals are at increased risk of infection and should take precautions when they have contact with sick animals,” said Dr. Rachel Herlihy, state epidemiologist, CDPHE.

Coloradans should not touch sick or dead animals. If you must handle sick or dead animals, wear recommended personal protective equipment, including an N95 respirator, eye protection, and gloves. If possible, wash your hands with soap and water afterward. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

Nationally, there have been three other cases of avian flu in humans associated with the ongoing multi-state outbreak in dairy cattle that was first identified in the U.S. in March 2024. The last human detection of H5N1 in Colorado was in 2022 in someone who was exposed to infected poultry.

“We continue to work closely with the Colorado Department of Agriculture, local public health agencies, and CDC as we monitor this virus to protect all Coloradans,” said Scott Bookman, senior director of public health readi- ness and response, CDPHE. “While it’s rare for people to become infected with avian flu viruses, direct exposure to infected animals increases that risk.”

If you work with dairy cows that may have avian flu and you start to feel sick, call CDPHE at 303-692-2700 (after normal business hours: 303-370-9395). The Department can help you get a flu test and medicine if needed. More information about avian flu in humans is available at cdphe.colorado.gov/animal-related-diseases/hpai-h5n1.

The Colorado Department of Agriculture has been working on a state response to the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak since 2022. CDA has been coordinating with state and federal partners, including CDPHE and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, to confirm and respond to cases. Avian flu is a reportable disease in Colorado and must be reported to the State Veterinarian’s Office. CDA has also adopted an Emergency Rule that requires mandatory testing of lactating dairy cattle moving interstate. More information about CDA’s response to the outbreak can be found at ag.colorado.gov/HPAIresponse.

Public health officials confirm first human plague case in Pueblo County

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Public health officials confirm first human plague case in Pueblo County

The Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment, in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, has confirmed a human case of plague in a Pueblo County resident.

PDPHE continues to investigate a potential source and asks the public to take the precautions listed below:

  • Eliminate places that rodents can hide and breed around your home, garage, shed or recreation area. Remove brush, rock piles, trash, and piles of lumber.
  • Avoid contact with dead animals. If you must handle sick or dead animals follow these guidelines. First, put on an insect repellant to protect yourself from fleas. Then use a long-handled shovel to place it in a garbage bag. Lastly, place the bag in an outdoor garbage can.
  • Use insect repellent that contains 20 percent-30 percent DEET to prevent flea bites. Treat pants, socks, shoe tops, arms, and legs.
  • Do not let pets sleep in bed with you.
  • Treat dogs and cats for fleas regularly. Flea collars have not been proven effective.
  • Do not allow pets to hunt or roam in rodent areas,such as prairie dog colonies.
  • Keep pet food in rodent-proof containers.

Typical symptoms of plague include sudden fever and chills, severe headache, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting and a feeling of illness. A common symptom of plague is also swollen lymph nodes with pain.

If you develop symptoms of plague, see a health care provider immediately. Plague can be treated successfully with antibiotics, but an infected person must be treated promptly to avoid serious complications or death,” said Alicia Solis, program manager of the Office of Communicable Disease and Emergency Preparedness at PDPHE.

The plague bacterium (Yersinia pestis) is transmitted by fleas and cycles naturally among wild rodents. Plague occurs naturally and can infect humans and their pets. People get plague from bites of infected fleas, by touching or skinning infected animals, or inhaling droplets from the cough of an infected person or animal.

For more information about plague, visit pueblohealth.org.

Our Government

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Our Government

White House

Statement from President Joe Biden on Russian Missile Strikes in Ukraine: “Russia’s missile strikes that today killed dozens of Ukrainian civilians and caused damage and casualties at Kyiv’s largest children’s hospital are a horrific reminder of Russia’s brutality. It is critical that the world continues to stand with Ukraine at this important moment and that we not ignore Russian aggression. This week, I will be welcoming President Zelenskyy and NATO leaders to Washington D.C., and I will be meeting with President Zelenskyy to make clear our support for Ukraine is unshakeable. Together with our allies, we will be announcing new measures to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses to help protect their cities and civilians from Russian strikes. The United States stands with the people of Ukraine.

Colorado Governor

Governor Polis verbally declared a disaster emergency on July 5, 2024, in response to an avian flu outbreak in a commercial poultry facility in Weld County, ensuring that the state can provide the support and resources needed for Colorado’s essential agriculture industry. This declaration activates the State Emergency Operations Plan and directs the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to take all necessary and appropriate State actions to assist with response, recovery, and mitigation efforts. Specifically, it unlocks the resources necessary to help affected poultry facilities respond to and contain outbreaks of avian flu.

Denver Mayor

Against the backdrop of housing affordability challenges that are plaguing communities nationwide, Mayor Mike Johnston today announced his plan for a new dedicated funding stream to provide approximately $100 million annually to make Denver more affordable for working families and individuals. “Denver cannot be a vibrant, inclusive city without ensuring that teachers, nurses, first responders and seniors can continue to call Denver home,” said Mayor Mike Johnston.

A Week In Review

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A Week In Review

Africa

Tanzania artist jailed

Shadrack Chaula, a Tanzania artist, was sentenced to two years in prison after being accused of burning a photo of President Samia Saluhu Hassan. He was arrested after allegedly recording the video and admitted to committing the crime. Tanzania has laws against spreading “fake news” while police said it isn’t the country’s culture to insult its national leaders.

DR Congo soldiers sentenced to death

At least 25 soldiers from the Democratic Republic of Congo’s army were sentenced to death for fleeing battles. The group is also accused of stealing goods from shops in a village. Another soldier was acquitted while one soldier was given a 10-year prison sentence. Earlier this year, the country lifted a morato- rium on the death penalty.

Asia

Flooding kills rhinos at India national park

At least six rare rhinos died during flooding at the Kaziranga National Park in northeastern India. Around 130 other wild animals also died, including 117 hog deer, two sambar deer, a rhesus macaque, and an otter. The weather also caused extensive damage to roads and other infrastructure in the area. Officials set up hundreds of relief camps for those who have been displaced.

Tokyo’s first woman governor wins third term

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike secured a third consecutive term during the area’s recent elections. She received 42.8 percent of the votes and defeated her opponents by a wide margin. Koike became Tokyo’s first woman governor in 2016. She led the city during the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the delayed summer Olympics in 2021.

Europe

Ukraine children’s hospital hit by Russian strikes

At least 33 people were killed across Ukraine recently by Russia strikes. A children’s hospital was also severely damaged by the strikes. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky promised to retaliate. Hospital officials said around 60 to 70 percent of the building was destroyed. During the attack, around 20 children were being treated for injuries and illnesses.

Napolean’s pistols auctioned off

Former French Emperor Napolean Bonaparte’s pistols were sold at an auction for nearly $2 million. The weapons were sold next to the Fontainebleau palace where Napolean tried to kill himself after his abdication in 1814. The guns include an engraved image of Napolean and were used when he tried to kill himself. Last November, one of Napolean’s tricorne hats was sold for $2.1 million.

Latin America

Dozens of hostages freed in Ecuador

Forty-nine people were freed by police in Ecuador after being kidnapped by a criminal gang. Police arrested two of the suspected kidnappers during a raid when they freed the hostages. Officials said the Los Lobos gang was responsible for the kidnapping. Weapons, dynamite and ammunition were seized during the raid. Los Lobos has an estimated 8,000 members and is one of the most powerful gangs in Ecuador.

Brazil introduces new Meta rules

Officials in Brazil will block Meta from using Brazilians’ Instagram and Facebook posts to train artificial intelligence models. Recently, Meta halted similar plans to use social media posts for the same reason in the UK. Meta said it is disappointed by Brazil’s decision and said it is a step backwards for innovation. There are around 102 million Brazilian Facebook users and more than 113 million Instagram users in Brazil.

North America

Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud

Plane-maker Boeing agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge. The company violated a deal meant to reform it after two crashes by its planes that killed 346 passengers and crew. Boeing also agreed to pay a criminal fine of $243.6 million, and now, the settlement must be approved by a U.S. judge. The company is also facing inves- tigations and lawsuits related to an Alaska Airlines flight.

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani disbarred

Rudy Giuliani, the former mayor of New York City and a legal adviser to Donald Trump, has been disbarred. A court found that he made false statements about Trump’s 2020 election loss. Giuliani is no longer allowed to practice law in the state. He said in a social media post on X that the case included false arguments and was based on “activist complaint.”

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