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
Bolivia President Rodrigo Paz has endured one of the toughest weeks of his presidency, facing political divisions, economic pressure and a major scandal involving a close adviser. The turmoil reached a new level on Friday when Paz dismissed Economy Minister José Gabriel Espinoza. The minister’s removal followed a congressional vote against him and came as… Continue reading Bolivia President Paz Faces Scandal and Setbacks
Mexico-US cattle trade is set to resume on August 24 after a yearlong suspension caused by concerns over the New World screwworm. However, Mexican ranchers will face strict U.S. controls designed to prevent the flesh-eating parasite from spreading across the border. The reopening offers hope to cattle producers in northern Mexico and could also ease… Continue reading Mexico-US Cattle Trade Resumes Amid Screwworm Risk
Brazil’s Supreme Court has dealt a major blow to the future of the Amazon soy moratorium, upholding state laws that deny tax incentives to farmers and companies that comply with the agreement. At the same time, the court affirmed that the voluntary environmental pact itself is constitutional. The ruling could make it harder for the… Continue reading Amazon Soy Moratorium: Brazil Court Upholds State Laws
A Colombia earthquake kills 169 people after a powerful 7.4-magnitude quake struck the country’s western region on Monday morning. More than 600 people suffered injuries, while rescuers and volunteers searched collapsed buildings for survivors. The earthquake struck shortly after 7:30 a.m. local time. Strong tremors sent frightened residents into the streets across several Colombian cities.… Continue reading Colombia Earthquake Kills 169 as Rescuers Search for Survivors
Pope Leo Argentina Visit Comes at Difficult Time The Pope Leo Argentina visit has given many struggling Argentines a new reason for hope. Pope Leo XIV plans to visit Argentina in November. Meanwhile, the country continues to face serious economic pressure. Rising food prices, rent and utility bills have made daily life harder. In addition,… Continue reading Pope Leo Argentina Visit Brings Hope Amid Economic Hardship
Car Bomb Attack Hits Southwest Colombia A Colombia car bomb attack struck a toll plaza in the country’s southwest on Saturday, just one day after conservative President Abelardo de la Espriella took office. The Colombian army said the blast happened along the Pan-American Highway, a major route linking the southwestern departments of Cauca and Valle… Continue reading Colombia Car Bomb Attack Hits Southwest
Colombia’s new president, Abelardo De La Espriella, has taken office after narrowly winning the June presidential runoff. The right-wing politician has made security a central issue. He has promised tougher action against drug trafficking and organized crime. Colombia’s New President Targets Narco-Terrorism De La Espriella has vowed to crush narco-terrorism and strengthen Colombia’s fight against… Continue reading Colombia’s New President Vows to Crush Narco-Terrorism
Brazil police accuse 16 over Voepass crash after completing a two-year investigation into the deadly 2024 plane disaster that claimed 62 lives. Federal investigators allege negligence, maintenance failures, and repeated safety violations contributed to the crash, marking a major development in one of Brazil’s worst aviation tragedies. The case now moves to federal prosecutors, who… Continue reading Brazil Police Accuse 16 Over Voepass Crash
