Latin America

BRICS Nations Agree on $100B Bank to Help Developing Countries

The countries will also have a reserve fund with $100 billion The leaders of the five BRICS countries have signed a deal to form a new $100 billion development bank and a reserve fund with equal money, according to BBC.

Vladimir Putin and President of Argentina Broker Nuclear Power Deal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a nuclear deal with Argentina to bolster Russia's ties in Latin America.

Southern California Plans Immigrant Housing: Mayor of Bell Sets up Temporary Shelter for Young Central Americans

The mayor of Bell, California, who came to the United States illegally from Mexico when he was 4 years old, has been working alongside other city officials and the Salvation Army to set up a temporary shelter for the young immigrants from Central America.

Putin Visits Latin America, World Cup: Russian President Makes Deals with Cuba, Argentina, Brazil

Russia's president now heads to Argentina and Brazil on Latin America tour. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday visited on old Soviet ally when he met with Cuban leaders in Havana, according to The Associated Press report.

The War on Guatemalan Women: Gangs Murder with Impunity

Dead Guatemalan women are being dumped in alleyways, dropped by the roadside, and deserted in parks, bodies bound by trash bags, plastic blankets, or left bare for the world to see, abandoned by the wayside like discarded trash.

Vladimir Putin to Start Latin America Tour in Cuba: Russia President Will Stop in Argentina, Get World Cup Keys in Brazil

Next week Russian President Vladimir Putin will begin a tour of Latin America, during which he will visit Cuba, Argentina and Brazil.

Immigration Up 24 Percent in Chile, Will Likely Raise Unemployment Rates in Latin America's Richest Country

Immigration into Chile jumped 24 percent last year as workers from countries like Colombia, Peru and Spain came to the wealthiest country in Latin America looking for jobs.

El Niño News: Latin America Better Prepared

Report claims that the region is in a better economic position to face effects of the climatic event.

Brazil vs. Colombia: Comparing the World Cup Opponents by Sports, Celebrities, Culture, More

The two great South American nations of Brazil and Colombia are compared as they face off in the quarterfinals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Friday. Here we evaluate and compare the two countries by food, soccer, historic landmarks and more.

Latin America Political News: Ecuadorian Legislators Plan to Amend Constitution to Allow Unlimited Terms

President Correa may be using the amendments to curtail a possible rise of the right-wing in the country.

2014 FIFA World Cup News: Latin American Countries Dominating in Brazil Tournament

Soccer has always been the most popular sport in Latin America and the 2014 World Cup is the best place to showcase that. As we head into the round of 16 this weekend, we are able to see that no area of the world has been more successful in this year's tournament than Latin America.

More Latin American Middle Class Citizens Purchasing World Cup Tickets: Report

With the World Cup now in full swing, tens of thousands of people from all over the world are expected to travel to Brazil to support their country.

Coffee Crop Disease, Spurred by Climate Change, Threatens Latin America's Economic Foundation

Coffee is one of Latin America's major exports, sustaining independent farmers in rural areas as well as corporate bankers in metropolitan areas. But changing climate patterns have exaggerated plagues and droughts in the region, and this has produced less than desirable conditions for coffee production.

Social Media in Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Mexico Helping Region Compete Against Asia-Pacific's Twitter User Growth

Social media across Latin America has been projected to reach hundreds of millions of people, and Twitter is reportedly a cause for the spike.

Belmont Stakes 2014 Odds & Drawing: Victor Espinoza, California Chrome Look to Win First Triple Crown Since 1978

The 146th running of the Belmont Stakes has enormous history on the line. For the first time over 30 years we could witness a Triple Crown winner. On top of that, we could see the first ever Latin American born jockey win the Triple Crown.

Ciro de Quadros Dead: Doctor Who Helped Eradicate Polio in Latin America Dies at 74

Ciro de Quadros said immunizations were the most important things in empoverished, war-torn countries.

Father's Day 2014: Top 3 Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Dad

Fathers Day is Sunday, June 15. That's less than 2 weeks away! Fathers Day is Sunday, June 15. That's less than 2 weeks away! Here are some great, yet inexpensive gift ideas for you to buy ASAP.

Latin America Top AirBnB Destination: Brazil Popular Country to Rent Rooms, FIFA World Cup Likely an Influence

With the 2014 FIFA World Cup tournament approaching, hotel room availability might have become scarce. For travelers, renting a room or apartment has become an alternative and reportedly popular in Latin America.

Latin American Baseball History: Which Latino Pitchers Have Thrown No-Hitters?

Throwing a no hitter is one of the greatest achievements for a pitcher. Multiple Latin American born pitchers have thrown the no hitter from various countries.

Latin America News 2014: Latin American Countries Among Happiest Places in World, Poll Finds

Gallup's most recent happiness poll, which measures the positive emotions of the world broken down by country and conducted annually, found that nine of the top 10 happiest nations are Latin American.

Latin American Soccer Players to Watch at the 2014 FIFA World Cup

This year's FIFA World Cup promises to be a must watch for soccer fans across the world. Although team USA is not perceived as a dominating force, this team should be fun to watch. The final 23 player roster has been announced for team USA to play in Brazil. There were some questionable decisions, the most controversial of course being the fact that Landon Donovan was not included.