Today's News. Why It Matters to You.
TheWkly delivers expert-explained news with personal-impact insights, mood filters, and quick polls—free in your inbox.
Career & Work
See all
Chiquita Fires 5,000 Striking Workers in Panama, Sparking Labor Outcry
Panama City, Panama: Chiquita Brands sacked its entire unionized workforce—about 5,000 plantation laborers—after a three-week strike linked to...
Money
See all
Brazilian meat giant JBS gets closer to listing on the NYSE—despite ‘history of corruption’
São Paulo, Brazil: JBS, the world’s largest meat producer, has secured final approval to list on the New York Stock Exchange—despite concerns...
World
See all
Trump Administration Frees Detained US Air Force Veteran from Venezuela
Caracas, Venezuela: In a deal brokered quietly behind the scenes, the Trump administration secured the release of a U.S. Air Force veteran...
Ecuador’s President Dissolves Congress, Forcing Snap Elections
Quito, Ecuador: President Guillermo Lasso dissolved the National Assembly just as it prepared to impeach him, using a constitutional measure known...
Climate & Environment
See all
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon Plunges 68%, First Big Drop Under Lula
Brasília, Brazil: In a promising development, Brazil’s space agency data show Amazon deforestation dropped by 68% in April compared to the same...
Rare Axolotl Salamanders Reintroduced to Wild
Mexico City - Conservationists in Mexico have successfully released captive-bred axolotls back into the wild canals of Xochimilco, marking a...
Tech
See all
Mexico sues Google over “Gulf of America” labeling error
Mexico’s government filed a lawsuit against Google for mislabeling the Gulf of Mexico as “Gulf of America” in certain map products, claiming an...
Lifestyle
See all
Chipotle Heads South to Mexico City
Chipotle signed with franchise giant Alsea to open its first Mexican restaurant in early 2026, betting locals will embrace U.S.-style burritos...
Premium Content
Get exclusive access to in-depth analysis, advanced features, and premium content that helps you make better decisions.
In-Depth Analysis
Exclusive data-driven insights and expert commentary
Ad-Free Experience
Clean, distraction-free reading across all devices
Want more curated news?
Subscribe to TheWkly and get the latest stories delivered directly to your inbox, just how you like it.