Browse our comprehensive archive of press releases by date.
Select a specific day to access all press releases published on The LATAM Media Report.
Press releases published on May 5, 2025

Trump Signals TikTok Deadline Delay
(MENAFN) The U.S. president has indicated a potential extension to the deadline for ByteDance, the Chinese company owning the widely used video platform TikTok, to divest its American operations. This possibility arises if no deal is finalized by the …

Ukraine’s Western allies worry about potential loss of access to country’s rich mineral resources to Russia
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s Western allies are increasingly worried about the potential loss of access to the country’s rich mineral resources to Russia, according to a senior Kiev official, as reported by Politico. This concern has emerged amid ongoing …

Warren Buffett criticizes Trump’s tariffs
(MENAFN) Warren Buffett has sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade policies, warning that the administration’s increasing use of tariffs risks turning global trade into a form of warfare. Speaking at the annual Berkshire Hathaway …

UNRWA Warns Gaza Medical Supplies Dwindling Amidst Israeli Blockade
(MENAFN) The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) issued a stark warning on Sunday, stating that its healthcare operations in Gaza are facing a critical shortage of essential resources due to the ongoing Israeli blockade …

Russian oil ship-outs increase
(MENAFN) Russia’s oil exports have increased over the past two weeks as several tankers previously sanctioned by the U.S. under the Biden administration are now back in service, Bloomberg reported, citing vessel-tracking data. Western nations had imposed …

Piastri Clinches 4th Win at Miami Grand Prix
(MENAFN) Australian McLaren driver Oscar Piastri clinched his fourth win of the 2025 Formula One World Championship season at the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday. The race, the sixth of the season, spanned 57 laps at the Miami International Autodrome. Piastri's …

Study Reveals Simple Daily Habits Improve Mental Health
(MENAFN) New research out of Curtin University in Western Australia indicates that routine, accessible activities such as talking with friends and spending time outdoors can lead to notable improvements in mental well-being. A survey of over 600 adults …

Trump Extends Deadline for Selling TikTok’s US Assets
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump announced that he would delay the deadline for ByteDance, the China-based owner of TikTok, to sell the app's US assets if no agreement is reached by June 19. During an interview with the media, Trump expressed his …

New global order for new world
(MENAFN) Recent global developments suggest that the concept of empire may no longer be a relic of the past, but rather a framework returning to relevance in international politics. Once viewed as outdated or morally discredited, the imperial model could …

Ukraine critic secures first term of Romanian presidential election rerun
(MENAFN) George Simion, a nationalist politician known for his criticism of the EU and opposition to Ukraine, has emerged as the frontrunner in the first round of Romania’s presidential election rerun, held on Sunday. With over 95% of votes counted, Simion …

South Korea’s Court Ruling Imperils Presidential Front-Runner
(MENAFN) South Korea's political landscape is in a state of heightened instability, as the Democratic Party grapples with the Supreme Court's recent decision to remand an election law violation case against its leading presidential candidate, Lee Jae-myung …

Immortal Regiment marches held across globe
(MENAFN) Immortal Regiment marches, honoring World War II veterans, were held across the globe this weekend in anticipation of Russia's Victory Day celebrations on May 9. In Beijing, around 1,000 participants gathered for the event, with Russian Ambassador …

Presidential election rerun starts in Romania
(MENAFN) Romania is holding a rerun of its presidential election on Sunday, following the annulment of the previous vote due to claims of Russian interference and electoral violations. Moscow has denied these allegations. In the annulled November election, …

South Korea’s Democratic Party Responds to Court Decision
(MENAFN) On Sunday, South Korea’s Democratic Party conducted an urgent assembly in reaction to the Supreme Court's recent move to return an election law violation case involving its presidential hopeful, Lee Jae-myung, according to the media. The top court …

Trump performs YMCA dance to celebrate 100 days in office
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump marked his first 100 days back in office with a lively celebration at a rally in Michigan on Tuesday, dancing to the classic 1970s disco anthem “YMCA.” During the event, Trump delivered an almost 90-minute speech …

Best Protein Powders For Muscle Gain: New Report Reveals Which Protein Powders Actually Work.
New York, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WhatBest, a trusted platform for expert product research and testing, has released its highly anticipated guide to the best protein powders for building muscle. The newly published report is designed to help …

Serbian deputy Premier states Vucic expected at Moscow parade regardless of sickness
(MENAFN) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic is still expected to attend Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on May 9 in Moscow, despite a recent health incident, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Sinisa Mali. The parade, marking the …

Iraq, Qatar Discuss Enhancing Transportation Collaboration
(MENAFN) Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani convened with visiting Qatari Transport Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani in Baghdad on Sunday to discuss avenues for collaboration in the transportation sector. According to a …

Iran Threatens Quick Response Against U.S., Israeli Interests
(MENAFN) Iran's Defense Minister, Aziz Nasirzadeh, issued a strong warning Sunday, stating that the Islamic Republic would not hesitate to strike U.S. and Israeli interests, bases, and personnel "wherever and whenever deemed necessary" if either nation …

Officials Confirm Hospitalization of Three in California Shooting
(MENAFN) Authorities confirmed that a shooting incident at Featherly Regional Park in Yorba Linda, California, on Sunday afternoon resulted in three individuals being transported to a nearby hospital. The Orange County Sheriff's Department initially …