Latin America

From Latin America With Love: How Latinos Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and businesses around the world are taking advantage of the occasion. They are now busy with stuffing their stores with all sorts of gifts for the “day of hearts.”

5 Crisis-Resistant Tips for Launching Startup Business in Latin America

Launching a startup business is oftentimes challenging and terrifying, especially in a tough economic environment. But experts are sharing some crisis-resistant tips for growing and scaling a startup on a foreign soil.

Latin America: Home of the World’s Most Miserable Economies? Venezuela, Argentina Show High Misery Indexes

Due to enormous political tension, power struggles, soaring inflation as well as falling currencies and commodities in Latin America, several countries across the region have been listed with high misery indexes.

5 Latin American Traditions to Make Valentine’s Day More Romantic

Valentine’s Day is the time of the year when most people are in the mood for expressing their utmost affections. For couples, it is usually a time to celebrate their blissful relationships and as for hopeless romantics, it might be a perfect time to find “The One,” with cupid’s luck.

Colombian Counterfeiters Take Advantage of Rising US Dollar

Colombian Counterfeiters Take Advantage of Rising US Dollar With countries such as Venezuela suffering from a devalued currency and the continued strengthening of the U.

Turkish President Appeals to UN on Syrian Refugee Crisis

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has expressed his eagerness to act on the Syrian refugee crisis as well as extend its trade relationship with Latin America and the Caribbeans.

Things to Consider Before Traveling to Latin America

From the Amazonian rain-forests to the beautiful architecture in Colombia, Latin America is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places to explore, which makes it an ultimate destination for backpackers and luxury travelers alike.

Zika Epidemic Prompts WHO to Declare Global Emergency

The Zika epidemic has raised so much concern that the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global health emergency in order to raise awareness about the disease.

Study Shows Expats in Latin America Have the Best Love Lives

The list includes the best places to search for new love or rekindle an old relationship. Expatriates who are looking for love may find the right one for them in several Latin American and Asian countries.

Turkish President Erdogan Seeks to Expand Into Latin America

He will go on a tour, which will also include trips to Ecuador and Peru. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Chile on Sunday, with a plan to expand trade in Latin America.

United Airlines and American Airlines Offer Refunds on Zika Virus-Infested Countries

In light of the Zika virus outbreak in several countries, two U.S. airline giants -- United Airlines and American Airlines -- have announced their offer of refunds for traveling pregnant women going to Zika virus-infested countries, Fox News Latino reports.

Despite Controversy, Uber Prepares to Hire 300 Costa Ricans Before 2016 Ends

The OPT and the taxi drivers' union might not be stopping their protests anytime soon, but transportation giant Uber remains undaunted.

Cultural Taboos You Must Be Aware of Before Visiting Latin America

Explore the cultural assets of some Latin American countries and you will discover unique traditions, grand backdrops and world-class food fare. But while on the trip, it is a must to maintain etiquette and respect local cultures to fully enjoy the tour.

5 Latin American Cities Listed as World’s Most Dangerous Places to Visit

For people who love to travel, going to less known places in Latin America is a great adventure. It is also a good way to rejuvenate and explore other cultures so travelers really set aside time just for overseas trips. However, there are Latam cities that are best avoided because of their dangerous conditions.

Backpacking Tips to Enjoy Latin America With a Tight Budget

From Brazil to the Puerto Rico, Latin America is one of the most beautiful travel destinations. Latin America leaves travelers in awe of its beauty. From architectural masterpieces down to nature's beautiful landscapes, the continent has a lot to offer.

8 Common Misconceptions About Latin Americans

There are many misconceptions and stereotypes about Latin America. While there may be truths in some, most of these mistaken beliefs are totally wrong.

CELAC Summit: Latin American and Caribbean Leaders Ready to Meet in Ecuador

The foreign leaders from the member countries of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) were gathered Sunday to discuss and prepare for the 4th upcoming summit in Ecuador Wednesday next week.

Will Latin America Change Its Stance on Abortion Amid the Zika Epidemic?

Latin America faces a new challenge on abortion amidst the growing Zika epidemic. In Brazil, the practice of abortion is illegal except in cases of the pregnant mother being in great danger, experienced rape or the baby has fetal brain deformity.

Meet Cuban-American Harvard Student Sabrina Pasterski -- the Next Albert Einstein

This girl has no social media accounts, but she has a job offer from NASA! Take that, Donald Trump. It seems like the very existence of 22-year old Cuban-American Sabrina Gonzalez Pasterski, a young academic genius who has recently been granted full academic freedom by Harvard University, is a very blatant contradiction to the allegations by the presidential hopeful, who stated in his initial presidential bid that one of America's problems is that Latin America was not sending its best to the U.

Latin American Drug Cartels Far From Over? Journalist Ioan Grillo Reveals Region’s New ‘Gangster Warlords’

In the book, “Gangster Warlords,” journalist Ioan Grillo dissected the narcotics world in the region with fastidiousness and firsthand knowledge on both its mechanics and its culture. He also gave an unprecedented glimpse into the hyper-violent realm of drug cartels in Latin America. The Mexico-based author explored the criminal bosses at the frontlines of the continental catastrophe called the drug wars.

American Man Conquers Buenos Aires With Bagels

Did you know that bagels have gradually become popular in Buenos Aires? Thanks to 27-year-old former geophysics student Jacob Eichenbaum-Pikser, who bravely introduced the Poland-originated bread product to Argentina’s capital and largest city.