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- 1Three US cities chosen to host first women's volleyball World Cup in North America▼3 US cities picked to host first women’s volleyball World Cup in North America
Three cities in the United States have been selected to host the first women's volleyball World Cup to be held in North America. The decision marks a milestone for the sport, bringing its premier women's tournament to the region for the first time and highlighting growing investment in women's volleyball. Details on the host cities, dates and participating teams have not yet been made widely available.
- 2Nicaragua grants Chinese miners rights to a tenth of its territory●Gold-rich Nicaragua hands Chinese miners rights to a tenth of its land
The Financial Times reports that Nicaragua, one of Central America's most gold-rich countries, has granted Chinese mining companies concessions covering roughly a tenth of its national territory. The arrangement highlights growing Chinese economic influence in the region under the government of Daniel Ortega, and is drawing scrutiny over sovereignty, environmental impact and the terms offered to foreign firms.