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Mexico To Step Away From NAFTA If Negotiation Will Not Benefit All Parties

Mexican Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray expects success on North American Free Trade Agreement. Mexican Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray said during an interview with Bloomberg that Mexico is willing to step away from North American Free Trade Agreement if NAFTA negotiations don't benefit all parties involved.

United States, Cuba Sign Aeronautical And Maritime Agreement

The United States and Cuba signed a treaty delineating their maritime boundary in the eastern Gulf of Mexico despite torrent of last-minute negotiations between the two governments.

Venetoclax, Miracle Cancer Treatment Drug, Approved by FDA in US; Research Shows Tumor Elimination in Four out of Five Patients

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the domestic use of a new tablet touted as capable of melting away certain blood cancer cells.

2016 Olympics Medal Count and Standings for Latin American Countries (TABLE) – Who Are the Latino Medal-Winners at Rio So Far? Mexico Flops, Twitter Reacts

Mexico have yet to medal in Rio, despite fielding over 100 athletes and the defending men's Olympic soccer team. Their one shining moment thus far came from social media users' encouraging words to a gymnast who was bodyshamed. Here's a look at a table where Latin American countries stand in terms of medal count and standings with a week left in Rio.

Why Costa Rica Might Be the Best Place for Retirement

Costa Rica has lots to offer people who are looking for a good retirement destination. The Central American country is a healthy and comfortable place for retirees.

Mexico-based Startup Platzi is Teaching Professional Skills to Latin America One Subscriber at a Time - How This Can Increase Employment Opportunities for Latinos

Gone are the days when people are required to attend tedious classes and undergo physical training to acquire professional skills. With the continuing rise of the digital age, it's no wonder that education platforms are also innovating.

Mexico on Criticisms From U.S. Presidential Campaign Trail: 'Think of Our Country as an Opportunity, not as a Threat'

Mexico has a plan on how to address the anti-Mexican tirade currently seen in the U.S. presidential campaign trail.

U.S. Tax Revenue Could Grow by $2.1B if Undocumented Immigrants Become Citizens: Study

The Latino population play a huge part in the U.S. economy as a new report from the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy revealed that the undocumented immigrants pay up to $11.6 billion in taxes annually.

Why This Senator Thinks That US Embargo on Cuba Will Not Happen Under the Obama Administration

Senator Bob Corker doesn’t think that the United States’ embargo on Cuba will be lifted under Barack Obama’s presidency.

Here's What to Expect From John Kerry’s Visit to Cuba

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will visit Cuba to discuss human rights. U. S. Secretary of State John Kerry will visit Cuba to discuss human rights.

More Cubans Flee to the US as President Obama's Historic Trip Draws Near

More Cubans are fleeing their island nation before their relations with the United States are completely normalized.

Easier Cuba Travel May Be Delayed by Fugitive Cop Killer

Airline companies have until March 2 to apply at the Department of Transportation for at least 110 daily flights from the United States to Cuba. However, the State Troopers Fraternal Organization of New Jersey is calling to halt the restoration of flights to Cuba before a fugitive cop killer is returned to the United States.

Hispanic Teacher-Turned-FBI Assistant Director Talks How to Be a Successful Leader

Diego Rodriguez almost did not make it to where he is today, but he is now in charge of over 2,000 employees in the FBI's largest field office in New York City. He leads investigations from terrorism to public corruption in the greatest city in the world and eight counties in the state of New York.

How Much Does an Average American Spend on Vacations?

Spend money on experiences, not things. In 2016, Americans will be heeding the call of wanderlust as an overwhelming majority are planning to shell out a significant part of their well-earned cash on a vacation this year.

Guatemala's Dinner in the Sky: Fine Dining While Suspended 40 Meters in the Air

A floating restaurant in Guatemala offers thrill-seekers a unique dining experience. A floating restaurant in Guatemala offers thrill-seekers a unique dining experience.

United Airlines Submitting Application to Operate Flights Between US and Cuba

United Airlines celebrated the historic signing between the U.S. and Cuba that allows commercial flights for the first time since the 1959 revolution, per an official press release. The Chicago-based company is one of many major airlines who will submit an application to the Department of Transportation to start operating U.S.-Cuba flights.

Syrian Conflict Escalates Despite Promised Ceasefire

It’s only been a few days since global leaders and diplomats agreed on a ceasefire in Syria, but the conflict is intensifying and showing no signs of stopping soon. Violent strikes have resulted in civilian deaths and more are expected in the coming days.

Why Cuba-US Travel Will Become Cheaper for Americans

Many Americans tourists are traveling to Cuba despite it being technically illegal until the U.S. and Cuba sign a civil aviation agreement. According to VOX Media, the agreement will be signed on Tuesday, Feb. 16, in Havana, and it will become cheaper for Americans to travel to Cuba.

United States Approves First Factory in Cuba Since 1959 Revolution

The Department of Treasury has approved the first United States factory in Cuba since the 1959 revolution, per the Associated Press. The Alabama-based company led by Chief Executive Officer Horace Clemmons and co-founder Saul Berenthal will start the production of small tractors by 2017.

Russian Prime Minister Says the World Is in a 'New Cold War'

Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev said during the Munich Security Conference last Feb. 13 that the world is in a "new Cold War." Medvedev cited NATO's feelings towards Russia and said the comments in front of world diplomats like US Secretary of State John Kerry, French Prime Minister Manuel Valls and Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko.

Disney Cruise Ship Allegedly Rescues Cuban Migrants

Twelve suspected migrants were rescued by a ship emblazoned with the world's most iconic mouse ears.