Colombia Weighs Renegotiating $3.1B Gripen Jet Deal
Colombia's new government is reviewing the offset terms of its multibillion-dollar deal with Sweden's Saab for 17 Gripen fighter jets, aiming to trade some social projects for military technology.
Farmer’s Daughter Becomes General, Says Military Reflects…
María Dolores Domínguez, who grew up working the land, has risen to the rank of general in Mexico's armed forces, describing the military as a mirror of the everyday Mexican people who serve in it.
US Northern Command Praises Mexico’s Anti-Cartel Drone Efforts
US Northern Command highlighted growing cooperation with Mexican authorities in countering drones used by drug cartels for surveillance and attacks.
Chilean Left Marks 53rd Anniversary of Allende’s Overthrow
Left-wing groups in Chile gathered to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of the September 11, 1973 coup that toppled President Salvador Allende and ushered in nearly two decades of military dictatorship.
Mexico Partners with Duolingo to Teach English to Students
Mexico's digital transformation agency has signed a deal with language app Duolingo to provide free English-learning licenses to thousands of students nationwide.
Ex-Soldier Arrested After Driving with Wife, Daughter’s Bodies
A former Colombian soldier was arrested near Bogotá after authorities discovered the bodies of his wife and young daughter in his vehicle.
Some Countries Move to Ban AI Tools in Schools
From Norway to New York, education authorities are restricting artificial intelligence in classrooms, citing growing scientific evidence about its impact on learning.
Apple Unveils New iPhones, Watch, AirPods—and First Foldable
Apple showed off its next generation of devices—including a first-ever foldable iPhone—at a special event in Cupertino, California.
Apple Reveals iPhone 18 Pro, New Watches, AirPods
Apple's September 9 event showcased a fresh lineup — including the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12, Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods 5 — with upgrades to design, cameras and health features.
iPhone 18 Price Could Rise $100: Impact on Colombia
Apple's next iPhone lineup may cost $100 more worldwide due to pricier memory chips, and Colombian retailers are already crunching numbers on what that could mean for local buyers.