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Bolivia: 5 of the Weirdest Dishes Served in This Country

Nov 18, 2023 10:30 PM EST By Rick Martin

Bolivian cuisine is largely underrated. However, this South American country also has its fair share of odd dishes that may not be for everyone, from llamas to guinea pigs.

Bolivia Culture Quirks: 5 Things To Know About Bolivians

Sep 23, 2023 08:30 PM EDT By Rick Martin

Bolivians often claim that there is no "Bolivian culture" per se, but the South American country of Bolivia does have its own unique cultural quirks.

Bolivia: Alleged Drug Trafficker Sebastian Marset Sends Video to Police, Thanks Them for 'Tip-Off'

Aug 05, 2023 12:57 AM EDT By BERT HOOVER

Sebastian Marset, a suspected drug trafficker currently the subject of an international manhunt, has released a video to the media thanking Bolivia police, claiming they warned him of an impending arrest attempt.

Bolivia Wants Drones From Iran But Argentina Is Not Happy About It

Jul 26, 2023 12:10 AM EDT By Rick Martin

Bolivia recently reached an agreement with Iran as the country wants to obtain its drone technology. However, Argentina was none too pleased

Latin America for Less: Cheap Vacation Spots for Travelers on a Budget

Feb 07, 2023 07:51 AM EST By BERT HOOVER

Latin America has amazing cheap vacation spots that are great options for those backpackers who decided to venture out on a trip with little budget.

Bolivia's Fighting Cholitas: The Story Behind Indigenous Women Wrestlers Battling for Gender Equality

Feb 01, 2023 08:56 AM EST By Mary Webber

In Bolivia, wrestling is not just a sport dominated by men. Women are allowed to participate, with one group known as "cholitas," revolutionizing the fighting game.

Bolivia Kicks out Lawmakers From Spain and Chile for Meddling in Local Affairs

Jan 05, 2023 12:47 AM EST By Rick Martin

Lawmakers from Spain and Chile went to Bolivia to demand the release of jailed Bolivian opposition leader Luis Fernando Camacho. However, Spanish lawmaker Victor Gonzalez said he and his Chilean counterpart were formally kicked out of the country.

Bolivia Arrests Main Opposition Leader for Terrorism; Prosecutors Say He is a Flight Risk

Dec 29, 2022 10:07 PM EST By Rick Martin

Bolivian police have detained the country's main opposition leader, Luis Fernando Camacho. The current governor of the Santa Cruz region is now facing charges of terrorism.

Challenge Your Taste Buds in Bolivia: Exotic Bolivian Foods to Try During Your Visit

Bolivia: 3 Popular Exotic Bolivian Dishes You Need to Try During Your Visit

Dec 29, 2022 08:31 AM EST By Mary Webber

Aside from the traditional Bolivian dishes such as cuñape and empanadas, Bolivia also offers choices that would be a new and bizarre experience for your palate.

Miss Bolivia Stripped of Her Crown Over Racist and Discriminatory Remarks Against Rival Miss Universe 2023 Contestants

Miss Bolivia Stripped of Her Crown After 'Racist and Discriminatory' Remarks Against Rival Miss Universe 2023 Contestants

Dec 02, 2022 03:29 AM EST By Rick Martin

Miss Bolivia Maria Fernanda Pavisic, who was supposed to represent her country at the Miss Universe 2023 beauty pageant, was stripped of her crown.

Chile and Bolivia Agree to Manage Silala River Cooperatively, International Court of Justice Says

Dec 02, 2022 02:04 AM EST By BERT HOOVER

The International Court of Justice has declined to issue a decision on a long-running dispute over the Silala River that flows from Bolivia to Chile as both countries mostly resolved their issues during the proceedings.

Miss Universe 2023: Miss Bolivia Sued for 'Racist and Discriminatory' Remarks Against Rival Contestants

Nov 25, 2022 07:16 AM EST By Rick Martin

Miss Bolivia Maria Fernanda Pavisic is under fire for "racist and discriminatory" remarks she made in a video that targeted rival Miss Universe 2023 contestants.

Bolivia: Top 5 Tourist Spots You Absolutely Must Visit When in the South American Country

Nov 24, 2022 09:00 AM EST By Rick Martin

Here are five famous tourist spots in Bolivia that travelers must visit if ever they decide to make a trip to the South American country.

Bolivia: 5 Underrated Bolivian Dishes That Actually Taste Great

Jul 22, 2022 08:22 AM EDT By Rick Martin

Bolivian cuisine exists in the shadow of its neighbors. We listed five dishes in Bolivia that seemed to be as underrated as the entire cuisine itself.

Bolivia: 5 Bolivian Dances That Are Simply Spectacular

Jul 11, 2022 09:50 AM EDT By Rick Martin

Bolivia is a nation filled with song and dance. It is a country steeped in native tradition, but also takes in a lot of influence from Europe, as well as its neighboring countries. In fact, like most of its Latin American neighbors, one of its most popular traditional dances is the tango. However, we are not talking about that one specific dance.