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US Teenager Killed by Officer with a Shotgun In Latest Display of Mexican Police Brutality

A 16-year-old footballer youth was shot and killed by a police officer while he was out to buy soft drinks for a gathering. His case sparked outrage following numerous reports of police abuse and brutality.

Second Wave "Not Inevitable" - Dr. Fauci

The leading infectious and disease expert in the United States said that the prediction by some health experts about the COVID-19 Second Wave is not 'inevitable' if measures are striclty followed.
Latin American scientists are now working to look for, and discover their own solution to get out of the COVID-19 crisis.

Latin American Scientists Collaborate to Develop COVID-19 Vaccine, Believing No One Else will Rescue Them

Latin American scientists have recently joined forces to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, believing no one else is going to solve this massive health problem.
Scientists develop a vaccine against the coronavirus disease in Saint Petersburg

Moderna to Start Final Phase of COVID-19 Vaccine Trial. How Safe Is It?

The third and final phase of the trial will involve over 30,000 participants and is expected to begin in July.

Young Black Man Found Hanging from A Tree in Los Angeles County

Robert Fuller was believed by many to have been a victim of a racist attack, while county officials said he committed suicide.
Government Interventions in Fighting Covid-19 Crisis in Latin America

Government Interventions in Fighting Covid-19 Crisis in Latin America

Covid-19 pandemic has had a huge economic impact across the countries in South America with virtually every government across the region struggling to protect lives and secure livelihoods for their citizens.
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Latino Leaders Acknowledge Racism Exists Within their Ranks

Amid the nationwide protests across the country following the death of George Floyd, some Hispanic leaders are calling attention to a racist attitude within their own community.
Foreign investment flows in Baja California as the state government combats to keep equipment in Mexico’s battle against highly infectious COVID-19, and workers protest over their safety.

Medical Supply Companies Flourish in Baja California despite Risks to Workers’ Health

Foreign investment in medical supply manufacturing grew in Baja California even as workers protest over health safety issues.

Mexico's President Rejects COVID-19 Test Following Close Contact with Infected Aide

The decision comes after Zoe Robledo, a close aide to the president, announced he tested positive for the virus.
Andres Arellano says, he has cared about helping out the nation that he said, ‘took in my family.’

Young Latino Inspires Groups to Aid Colombia

Col5Vid, or "Colombia Sin COVID," which means "Colombia without COVID-19" is among the most dynamic charity groups in Colombia today.

Former Tijuana Official Arrested for Torturing Members of the Force, Another Suspect Remains At Large

A former Tijuana city official was arrested on Monday on allegations he and an ex-chief of police collaborated to torture members of the police force.
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WHO Says the Pandemic is Worsening Globally but Asymptomatic Spread is Becoming Rare

The World Health Organization announced on Monday that the global pandemic is worsening but transmission from asymptomatic persons is now becoming rare.

Mexican Government Claims Some Tequila Brands are Drug Cartel Allies

The Mexican government recently froze the bank accounts of nearly two thousand people and businesses after authorities found they had ties to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) through a money-laundering network.

Mexican Companies Give their Share of Support During the Pandemic

Various industries in Mexico do their share to ease the effects of the pandemic. Since the start of June, some parts of Mexico have been permitted by the government to reopen, as reported in an article.
COVID-19 Patients

Hundreds of Millions of Infections Prevented by Nationwide Lockdowns - UC Study

A new study revealed that a staggering hundreds of millions of infections have been prevented by the stringent lockdowns implemented in different countries.
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Treasure Hunt: Forrest Fenn's Hidden Treasure Chest Worth $1 Million Finally Found After 10 Years

A man sent a picture to Forrest Fenn claiming he has found the treasure Fenn has hidden 10 years ago in the Rocky Mountain wilderness.
10 men were killed when gunmen shot fire on a drugs rehabilitation center in the Mexican city of Irapuato.

Gunmen Attack Drug Rehab Center in Mexico, Killing 10 Men

The state government reported 10 men killed on Saturday when gunmen opened fire on a drug rehabilitation center in the Mexican city of Irapuato.
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Tighter Rules Set for Decontaminating Face Masks Made in China

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has released new guidelines tightening the decontamination process for China-made face masks.
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NBA Star Kevin Durant: 'My Season is Over'

Brooklyn Nets' newly acquired player Kevin Durant said he is not planning to return to the team when the season resumes, according to a recently published article.
An indigenous woman cycles nears Cohana Bay on the shores of Titicaca lake, some 110 km (68 miles) northwest of La Paz

Minorities Hit Harder by the COVID-19 Pandemic: Here are the Reasons Why

COVID-19 has hit minorities harder. Indeed, the disproportionate effect of this pandemic on Latino and black communities has turned out to be a defining part of this global health crisis.