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Brazil floods will become more common and costly

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BRAZIL

As of May 13, 147 people had died, another 127 were missing and some 800 were injured as a result of the heavy rain that started in late April and the subsequent floods. Over…

Drought hinders Brazil's economic recovery

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BRAZIL

The impact of the continuing drought in the southeast.

Cross-immunity would aid COVID-19 battle

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INT

This is partly attributed to age and to health predispositions, but the physiological basis is not entirely clear. Existing immunity from previous exposure to other coronaviruses…

Colombian capital braces for long-term water rationing

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COLOMBIA

The capital obtains almost all of its water from rainfall, rather than from subterranean aquifers. Concerns are mounting over water security as increasing temperatures and longer…

Thailand's tourism faces rising risks over long term

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THAILAND

Outlook for the tourism sector.

Inflation adds to Brazil’s multiple economic woes

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BRAZIL

This is close to the ceiling of the target band of 2.25-5.25% set for this year. In response, the Central Bank last week raised its benchmark interest rate from a record low of…

Pandemic impact boosts Latin American food insecurity

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LATIN AMERICA

While the pandemic undoubtedly played a significant role, the situation also resulted from structural factors and was worsened by LAC’s high levels of economic inequality.

COVID-19 complicates global humanitarian aid response

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INTERNATIONAL

COVID-19's impact on the global humanitarian system.

Pandemic fallout to drive deep recession in Belize

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BELIZE

Quarantine measures coupled with prolonged dry weather conditions, which have affected energy production and agriculture, have taken a substantial toll on growth already this…

Timely Balkan virus precautions may avert the worst

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BALKANS

The spread of COVID-19 in the Balkans.