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How the U.S. press covered the oil deal between Trump and Delcy Rodríguez

September 8, 2026September 8, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal On August 28, Donald Trump announced on social media what he called “the biggest oil deal in world history.” The United States secured majority control over one-fifth of Venezuela’s proven crude oil reserves, in an operation covering some 65 billion barrels of oil. The announcement came as the U.S. military operation against […]

Former Venezuelan oil ministers reject U.S. agreement, raising legal and sovereignty concerns

September 1, 2026September 1, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal – The announcement of the oil agreement between Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, and U.S. President Donald Trump has triggered a wave of criticism from figures who have held some of the highest positions in Venezuela’s energy sector. Former oil ministers and former PDVSA presidents from across the ideological spectrum have questioned […]

The algorithms of loving thy neighbor: How long can solidarity with earthquake victims last?

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

By Óscar Reyes Matute Becoming an influencer by explaining mathematics sounds almost impossible. Hannah Fry has managed to do it. If you teach at the University of Cambridge, deliver TED Talks, anchor programs for the BBC, and possess undeniable charisma, you have already won half the battle. But if your favorite subject happens to be […]