The spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Manaus

COVID-19 Spreads Through 40 Indigenous Tribes in the Amazon, Experts Fear An Outbreak Might Lead to Extinction

The indigenous tribes living in Ecuador and Brazil have been hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many fear an uncontrollable outbreak may lead to ethnocide.
Moderna Therapeutics seen during COVID-19 in Massachusetts

COVID-19 Vaccine: First Human Trials Offer Promising Results. Here's Everything You Need to Know

By Danielle Ong
A U.S. manufacturer recently revealed encouraging results from the first phase of its coronavirus vaccine trial involving eight health participants.
Residents carry dead bodies after a police operation against drug gangs in Rio de Janeiro

In Brazil, Police Shoot Civilians Without Restraints, Killed 1,814 in 2019 Alone

By Danielle Ong
A Times analysis claims police officers in Brazil shoot without fear or restraints during raids and is rarely held accountable for the killings.
Covid-19 Helpers: A story for kids about the coronavirus and the people helping during the 2020 pandemic

Covid-19 Helpers: A Beth Bacon and Kary Lee Story About the Frontliners Battling the 2020 Pandemic

By Danielle Ong
The book contains age-appropriate information that will help kids and adults understand the coronavirus situation and the importance of following social distancing guidelines.
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar

US Health Secretary Said Reopened Places Have Not Reported Spikes in COVID-19 Cases

By Danielle Ong
The health secretary recently appeared in an interview where he revealed still sequestered areas have reported a surge in coronavirus cases.

Ancient Spies: Meet the Pochteca, The Aztec Empires Elite Group of Intelligence Agents

By Danielle Ong
The Aztec Empire once held immense power in Mesoamerica. Part of the reason for their success was due to the guild of merchants who traded luxury items and foreign secrets.
Hacker

Federal Authorities Find Evidence of Hackers Stealing Millions of Dollars Meant For Unemployed American

By Danielle Ong
The U.S. Secret Service is investigating a well-organized fraud ring suspected of siphoning millions of dollars from the nation's unemployment system.
A fuel dispenser machine is fixed at a gas station in Caracas

A Dollar for Half a Pint: In Venezuela, Record Gasoline Prices Make It Out Of Reach

By Danielle Ong
In Venezuela, residents have to line up for days for a slim chance of getting a few pints of gasoline following years of economic collapse and hyperinflation.
Chance monopoly

California Sheriff Claims State's $0 Bail Policy Ignores Victims, Sets Criminals Free

By Danielle Ong
A California sheriff recently denounced the zero-bail policy after it set repeat offenders free.
Mining operation

Mexican Mining Company Penoles Suspends Zinc Mining Operation Indefinitely, Low Prices to Blame

By Danielle Ong
Industrias Penoles is indefinitely pausing its zinc mining operation after zinc prices in the market suffered a severe decline.
Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez Shares Important Advice During Facebook's Live Virtual Graduation Event

By Danielle Ong
The Latin singer recently made a guest appearance on a live virtual graduation event streamed on Facebook and Instagram.
La Corazonada

Binge Alert: New Chair-Gripping Spanish Crime Thriller 'Intuition' to Hit Netflix on May 28

By Danielle Ong
Another haunting Spanish thriller is set to make its way to Netflix. Here's everything you need to know.
French Soldier

1838 French-Mexican War: Unpaid Bakery Debt Started the Revolutionary Pastry War

By Danielle Ong
From 1838 to 1839, France and Mexico fought in a five-month-long war over a pastry chef's rejected compensation. Read the story here.
Aztec Mask

Xoconochco: The Aztec Empire's Remote Cacao Trading Powerhouse

By Danielle Ong
The town of Xoconochco held one of the most important trading networks in the Aztec Empire. However, due to its remoteness, little is known about the land. Explore its history here.
Pride Flag

What is Happening to Costa Rica's Historic Gay Marriage Ruling? Here's an Update

By Danielle Ong
In 2018, the constitutional court of Costa Rica announced same-sex marriage would be allowed by mid-2020. Here's what happened since then.
U.S.-Mexico border during COVID-19 outbreak in California

Virus Restrictions at the US-Mexico Border Might Be Extended Indefinitely

By Danielle Ong
The Trump administration is currently reviewing a new order that would extend the COVID-19 restrictions at its borders.
Dengue Mosquito

Second Epidemic: Dengue Outbreak Ravages Across Latin America Amid COVID-19 Crisis

By Danielle Ong
Certain countries in the Americas are now facing another deadly epidemic amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Chichen Itza, Merida, Mexico

Did the Ancient Mayan Civilization Establish Themselves in Florida? Explore the Evidence

By Danielle Ong
Some say the Maya civilization once colonized modern-Florida. Archeologists may have found evidence.
Outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Buenos Aires

Puerto Rico Children Grow Hungry as School Cafeterias Remain Shut Amid Lockdowns

By Danielle Ong
Puerto Ricans ar growing hungry as the island's school cafeterias were forced to shut operations amid COVID-19 lockdown
U.S. President Donald Trump holds coronavirus response meeting with governors at the White House in Washington

Trump Urged Schools to Reopen, Says He Disagrees With Fauci's Testimony

By Danielle Ong
The United States President Donald Trump urges schools to reopen following Dr. Anthony Fauci's suggestion during the Tuesday testimony
Mexico's President Obrador holds a news conference in Mexico City

Mexico to Reopen Manufacturing Sectors on Monday Amid Record COVID-19 Deaths

By Danielle Ong
Mexico's government recently allowed the auto, construction, and mining sectors to resume operations on Monday despite record deaths reported the previous day.
Shrahala Mexican Tapestry, Dia De Muertos Mariachi Band of Skeletons and Wall Hanging Large Tapestry Psychedelic Tapestry Decorations Bedroom Living Room...

Embrace Your Inner Latin With These Beautiful Mexican Tapestries

By Danielle Ong
Easily revamp your space while embracing your roots with these amazing wall decors.
FILE PHOTO: A passenger wearing a mask waits in line to check in for a flight at Miami International Airport

California's COVID-19 Contact Tracing Failed When Overwhelmed, CDC Study Finds

By Danielle Ong
A recent report published by the California Health Department and the CDC claims the state's contract tracing program was ineffective in limiting the spread of the virus.
Segments of the first border wall in Texas since President Trump took office

Homeland Security Secretary Tours Southern Arizona Border, Assesses Department's COVID-19 Response

By Danielle Ong
Acting Homeland Security Secretary visited the ongoing wall construction at the Tucson sector in the Southern Arizona borderlands.

Twitter CEO Donates $15M to San Francisco, Portion Will Aid Undocumented Immigrants

By Danielle Ong
The donation will go towards San Francisco's COVID-19 relief fund which aims to support people who are struggling during the pandemic.
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