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Trump's Decision to Cancel USAID Payments: Unveiling the Controversy

Trump’s Decision to Cancel USAID Payments: Unveiling the Controversy

eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, February 18th, 2025 – In a bold and controversial move, President Donald Trump has announced the cancellation of all USAID payments to journalists and media outlets, including prominent names like Politico and The New York Times. This decision has sent shockwaves through the media industry, raising questions about the motivations behind it and…
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Rio de Janeiro Live on EarthCam

eyesonsuriname EarthCam is proud to deliver live streaming webcam views of Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. Rio is famously known for its Copacabana Beach, which stretches more than 2 miles down the beautiful coastline.

Peru sets an example in South America

No mercy but jail for political thieves and thugs eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 22 October 2024 — Alejandro Toledo, the enigmatic and flamboyant former president of Peru, was sentenced Monday to over 20 years in jail for his involvement in the Odebrecht corruption scandal in which he was found to have received US$ 35 million in bribes…
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A New Hope: Ivermectin’s Potential in Cancer Treatment

A New Hope: Ivermectin’s Potential in Cancer Treatment

The Promise of Ivermectin antonfoek Amsterdam, October 17th, 2024 – Recent research by Dr. William Makis has brought a new ray of hope to the field of oncology1. His studies suggest that Ivermectin, a drug traditionally used as an antiviral and antiparasitic medication, may have significant potential in treating cancer1. This groundbreaking discovery could revolutionize…
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Discovering Nature’s Hidden Gems in Singapore:

A Harmonious Metropolis eyesonindonesia The Wild Heart of Singapore: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Amsterdam, October 16th, 2024 – Nestled in the heart of Singapore, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is a testament to the city’s commitment to preserving its natural heritage. This lush, verdant sanctuary is home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna, including…
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Mia Mottley

Compensation Slavery and the Slave Trade

From the U.K. to the Caribbean eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, October 14th 2024– A group of fifteen Caribbean governments have unanimously decided to demand an incredible £200 billion from the UK in compensation for its role in the slave trade, according to reports in the British media. It comes after the Prime Minister of Barbados told the…
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The Time New York was Traded for Suriname

The Rise of New Amsterdam

In the early 17th century, the Dutch established a bustling settlement called New Amsterdam on the southern tip of Manhattan Island. This colony quickly became a vital hub for trade and commerce, attracting settlers from various parts of Europe. The strategic location and the natural harbor made it an ideal spot for the Dutch West…
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A Pristine Paradise: Suriname’s Untouched Rainforest

A Pristine Paradise: Suriname’s Untouched Rainforest

eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, September 22nd, 2024 – Suriname, a small country on the northeastern coast of South America, boasts one of the most pristine and biodiverse rainforests in the world. Covering approximately 80% of the country’s land area, this tropical haven remains largely untouched by human activity1. The rainforest’s untouched nature allows it to serve as…
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Visiting The Maze - Rio de Janeiro / Brazil

Visiting The Maze – Rio de Janeiro / Brazil

eyesonsuriname Today I took a very different tour here in Rio de Janeiro: I visited “The Maze”, a place best known by local Brazilians. “The Maze” is located on Morro Tavares Bastos, a pacified favela located in the Catete neighborhood in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro / Brazil. The whole place is decorated…
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What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness

What makes a good life?

Lessons from the longest study on happiness eyesonsuriname What keeps us happy and healthy as we go through life? If you think it’s fame and money, you’re not alone – but, according to psychiatrist Robert Waldinger, you’re mistaken. As the director of a 75-year-old study on adult development, Waldinger has unprecedented access to data on…
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