News Summary: Economy, politics, and sports mark the day in Uruguay
The Central Bank of Uruguay (BCU) has decided to maintain the interest rate at 5.75%. This measure's main objective is to control inflation and mitigate risks caused by the increase in global oil prices. The organization explained that the global outlook is volatile, so it will remain attentive to any changes that could affect the national economy.
In the field of security and politics, Senator García criticized official Carlos Negro for not providing clear answers regarding a recent triple homicide. Meanwhile, the Frente Amplio explained that the official will return to Parliament once he has more information. On the other hand, the Canelones police are investigating a shocking case: they found the remains of a 32-year-old man who had been missing and had gunshot wounds to his legs.
Regarding international relations and local management, the Executive Branch sent a bill to authorize the entry of six United States Marines in July, seeking to avoid late political debates. At the same time, councilors from the National Party criticized the Intendency of Montevideo for requesting additional funds for projects outside the budget, questioning the intellectual honesty of the current administration.
In judicial and media news, it was revealed that a company in Paysandú lied about a fatal accident, where a 28-year-old young man died, so that insurance would cover the damages. On the other hand, after the resignation of the director of TV Ciudad, José María Ciganda, the name of a renowned communicator and former rock musician has emerged as a possible successor to lead the municipal channel.
For football fans, Antel announced a significant benefit: its customers will be able to watch the Uruguayan national team's matches in the World Cup for free. This benefit allows them to follow the matches, including the opening and the final, without consuming mobile data or fixed internet throughout the national territory.
Finally, in sports news, Edinson Cavani was left out of Boca Juniors' squad for the match against Universidad Católica in the Copa Libertadores due to his recent lack of activity. In the Copa Sudamericana, the team Montevideo City Torque achieved a goalless draw against Gremio in Porto Alegre, a result that allows them to keep dreaming of the next phase of the tournament.