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Venezuela: US Officials in Talks With Nicolas Maduro Admin in Bid to Free Jailed Americans, Rebuild Ties

The United States has sent two senior government officials to Caracas in a bid to bring home American citizens detained in Venezuela and rebuild relations.

Colombia's President-Elect Gustavo Petro Vows to Protect Amazon Rainforest

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Colombia's President-elect Gustavo Petro vows to safeguard the Amazon Rainforest in the light of its destruction.

Ecuador Protests: Guillermo Lasso Lifts State of Emergency After Accusing Indigenous Leader Heading Nationwide Strike of Staging a Coup

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso has lifted the state of emergency he imposed in six provinces amid the violent Indigenous-led protests in the country.

Colombia: Video Shows Scary Stadium Collapse That Killed 6, Injured Hundreds During Bullfighting Event

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

At least six people died, and hundreds were hurt in Colombia after a stadium filled with spectators suddenly collapsed during a bullfighting event on Sunday.

Life in Brazil: Get to Know the Culture of the Country That Is Home to World's Most Famous Carnaval

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Brazil is known for its globally famous celebration, Carnaval, and for its rainforests, beaches, and city life. Here's what you should know about its culture.

Sinaloa Cartel Boss El Mayo's Son, 'Mayito Gordo,' Gets 9 Years in Prison but Could Already Be Released Next Year

Sinaloa Cartel Boss El Mayo's Son, 'Mayito Gordo,' Gets 9 Years in Prison but Could Be Released Next Year

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Ismael Zambada Imperial, also known as "Mayito Gordo," son of Sinaloa cartel boss Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, was sentenced to nine years in prison by a California judge.

Cuba: Latin Grammy Winner and Dissident Artist Sentenced to Prison

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Cuba has sentenced Cuban rapper and Latin Grammy winner Maikel Castillo and artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara for contempt, public disorder, and desecrating national symbols.

Mexico: 5 Underrated Mexican Food That Are Not Tacos

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Mexico is known to have one of the most popular and diverse cuisines on Earth. Here's a list of Mexican food that are still pretty famous but are not talked about as much as tacos.

Brazil's 'Pablo Escobar' Sergio Roberto De Carvalho Arrested in Europe; Fights Extradition to His Home Country

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Sergio Roberto de Carvalho, dubbed the "Pablo Escobar of Brazil," appeared in a court in Europe to fight attempts to extradite him to his home country.

Travel to Argentina: 5 Famous Tourist Spots to Spice up Your Trip

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A trip to South America will not be complete without checking out a famous country in the region like Argentina. Here are some of Argentina's top tourist spots.

Mexico: 9 Dead After Shootout Between Police, Gunmen in Jalisco State Plagued by Mexican Drug Cartels

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Nine people died after a shootout between police and a group of armed individuals in Mexico's Jalisco state plagued by Mexican drug cartels.

Puerto Rico: 27 Haitian Migrants Stuck on Deserted Island Rescued by U.S. Coast Guard

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The U.S. Coast Guard has recently rescued 27 individuals from the rocky cliffs of an uninhabited island between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.

Ecuador Government Declines Conditions Set By Indigenous Protesters

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The government of Ecuador declines to adhere to the demands the Indigenous demonstrates want in the light of the protests.

Miss Brazil 2018 Gleycy Correia Dead at 27: Family Believes Her Surgery Went Horribly Wrong

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Miss Brazil 2018 Gleycy Correia died at age 27. Here's what might have caused the death of the former beauty queen.

Jalisco Cartel Hitmen Broke Into a Mansion to Steal 6 Luxury Cars for Notorious Boss El Mencho

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A group of Jalisco Cartel hitmen has recently broke into a mansion in Mexico's Jalisco state and stole six luxury cars for their leader "El Mencho."

Mexico: 2 Canadians Found Dead With Their Throats Slit in Playa Del Carmen

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Two Canadian citizens have been found dead of knife wounds at the Playa del Carmen, a popular yet controversial coastal resort town in Mexico.

Mexico: 2 Elderly Jesuit Priests Killed After Gunmen Chased Man Seeking Refuge in Church

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Two Jesuit priests were killed after a man chased by gunmen sought refuge at a church in a remote mountainous area in northern Mexico.

Ecuador: Clashes Between Police and Indigenous Demonstrators Erupt in the Country's Capital

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Ecuador protests in the country's capital prompt clashes between the police and Indigenous demonstrators.

5 Dead After Rival Armed Groups Engaged in Shootout in Mexico's Chihuahua State Plagued by Mexican Drug Cartels

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

At least five people have died after two rival armed groups engaged in a shootout in Mexico's Chihuahua state plagued by Mexican drug cartels.

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele Asks for Patience as Bitcoin Price Crashes

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

El Salvador has adopted Bitcoin as the country's official currency. And now, its president, Nayib Bukele, is addressing concerns regarding Bitcoin's latest crash.