Inversiones y negocios

Donald Trump announced Tuesday in a New York court that he is pursuing the dismissal of the criminal case against him, which involves 34 charges tied to alleged hush money payments to an adult film actress. The development comes in the wake of his victory in the November 5 presidential election. Judge Juan Merchan, who had previously scheduled Trump’s sentencing for November 26, agreed to delay the timeline indefinitely, allowing the former president to present his motion for dismissal. Trump’s legal team has argued that the charges could create “unconstitutional obstacles” to his ability to govern as president. These arguments…

South Korea has found itself in the global spotlight after an extraordinary series of political events this week, raising concerns about the future of Asia’s fourth-largest economy. President Yoon Suk Yeol’s sudden announcement of emergency martial law on Tuesday evening, followed by a swift reversal just hours later, has injected new uncertainty into the country’s economic and political landscape. Analysts warn that the fallout could worsen South Korea’s already challenging economic outlook, but some believe the turbulence may pave the way for brighter prospects if deeper instability can be avoided. President Yoon initially justified the martial law declaration as a…

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister announced Tuesday that he is withdrawing his name from consideration to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), just days after President-elect Donald Trump nominated him for the role. Chronister’s decision makes him the second individual to decline a major post in Trump’s incoming administration, following former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who recently withdrew from consideration for attorney general. Chronister, a longtime sheriff in Hillsborough County, Florida, explained his decision in a post on X, formerly Twitter, emphasizing his dedication to serving his local community. “Being nominated by President-elect @realDonaldTrump to serve as Administrator of the Drug…

The Kremlin has pushed back against the idea of the United States compelling other nations to rely on the dollar, warning that such actions could be counterproductive. This statement follows remarks from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who suggested imposing economic penalties on BRICS nations if they pursue alternatives to the dollar or attempt to create a shared currency. Over the weekend, Trump expressed concerns about BRICS countries—initially Brazil, Russia, India, and China, later expanded to include additional nations—potentially adopting a unified currency or diverging from the U.S. dollar in international trade. He warned that any move in this direction would…

Anthony Edwards, known for his fearless demeanor on and off the court, didn’t hold back after the Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a 115-104 defeat against the Sacramento Kings. The young star, now in his fifth NBA season, delivered a frank critique of his team’s performance, pointing to internal issues as the root of their recent slide. “We’re soft as (heck) as a team, but not in how we face opponents—internally we’re soft,” Edwards stated. “We don’t communicate, we act like a bunch of kids. That’s the reality, and if we don’t address it, we’re heading in the wrong direction.” The Timberwolves,…

Carlos Tavares, the highly regarded CEO of Stellantis, has stepped down unexpectedly, citing “increasingly different views” between himself and the automaker’s board of directors. The announcement, made Sunday, marks the end of Tavares’ tenure effective immediately, leaving the world’s fourth-largest automaker searching for a new leader during a challenging period. In a statement, Stellantis confirmed that its board had accepted Tavares’ resignation and that the search for a new CEO is already underway. The process is expected to conclude in the first half of next year. In the meantime, an interim executive committee will be established under Chairman John Elkann…