The Haiti conflict in numbers shows the devastating scale of a crisis that continues to claim lives, displace families and deepen hunger across the country. A night of violence in the hillside town of Kenscoff has shocked Haiti. At least 47 people were killed during Sunday’s attack, while other residents were reportedly kidnapped. Thousands of… Continue reading Haiti Conflict in Numbers: Gangs Fuel Deadly Crisis
A powerful Peru earthquake has damaged homes, schools and healthcare facilities in the southern Ayacucho region. The 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Aniso on Thursday, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). At least three people suffered injuries. However, officials said none of the injuries appeared to be serious. Peru Earthquake Hits Southern Andes The earthquake… Continue reading Peru Earthquake Damages Buildings and Cuts Power
TikTok Data Fine Reaches $29.8 Million in Brazil Brazil has fined TikTok owner ByteDance 153.8 million reais, or about $29.8 million, over alleged violations involving teenagers’ personal data. Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority, known as ANPD, published the decision in the country’s official gazette on Tuesday. The regulator said ByteDance’s Brazilian operation processed personal data… Continue reading TikTok Data Fine: Brazil Fines ByteDance $29.8 Million
Brazil’s October presidential election is creating a sharp political divide. However, investors see less difference between the leading candidates when it comes to the country’s difficult fiscal outlook. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is seeking another term against right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. Recent polling shows a competitive race,… Continue reading Brazil Election 2026: Lula, Bolsonaro Face Fiscal Test
Colombian officials are investigating whether criminal groups started some of the forest fires that have burned nearly 30,000 hectares of land in Tolima province this month. Tolima Governor Adriana Matiz said authorities have found what she called “serious clues” pointing to possible sabotage. She has also filed a complaint with Colombia’s attorney general. Criminal Groups… Continue reading Tolima Forest Fires: Criminal Groups Suspected in Colombia
Tropical Storm Iselle is expected to absorb Tropical Storm Julio in the Pacific Ocean on Tuesday. The stronger Iselle is moving north of Julio. Forecasters expect the two systems to interact later in the day. The National Hurricane Center in Miami announced Julio’s formation early Tuesday. At the time, Julio sat about 675 miles west-southwest… Continue reading Tropical Storm Iselle Expected to Absorb Julio
Colombia Plans Immigration Raids Colombia’s President Abelardo de la Espriella has announced plans to launch immigration raids across the country. The government says the operation will target migrants who lack legal residence status. Officials could begin the raids as early as this week. Police will work with Colombia’s national immigration service during the operation. President… Continue reading Colombia Immigration Raids Target Migrants Without Legal Status
A powerful gang coalition attacked a farming community near Haiti’s capital, killing multiple residents and setting homes on fire, according to Kenscoff Mayor Jean Massillon. Armed men raided the community late Sunday, targeting homes and a church in the hills above Port-au-Prince. Officials have not confirmed the final death toll because difficult access and communication… Continue reading Haiti Gang Attack Kills Residents in Kenscoff
Armed groups in Colombia are increasingly recruiting children and training them to carry out dangerous tasks, including operating drones equipped with explosives, according to a new report by Human Rights Watch. The international rights organization said criminal and rebel groups are using social media to attract children as they compete for control of rural areas… Continue reading Colombia Child Recruitment: Drone Warfare
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are almost tied ahead of Brazil’s October presidential election. A new Nexus poll, commissioned by lender BTG Pactual, puts Lula at 46% and Bolsonaro at 45% in a potential second-round contest. The one-point gap falls within the poll’s margin of error. The result… Continue reading Brazil Election Poll: Lula Leads Bolsonaro by 1 Point
