Tiny Chihuahua Finds New Home with Mexico’s National Guard
A chihuahua named Comando, once cared for by an elderly couple who could no longer look after him, has become the newest—and smallest—member of Mexico's National Guard.
Mexico Senate OKs bill penalizing government meme parodies
Mexico's Senate approved a controversial copyright reform that could jail people for using official government imagery in memes or satire, though the ruling party insists free expression isn't at risk.
Hurricane Polo Nears Baja California Sur, Mexico
Hurricane Polo is barreling toward Baja California Sur, already whipping up strong winds and rough surf as it heads for a Category 3 landfall.
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Hurricane Polo Kills Two Children, Three Missing in Mexico
Hurricane Polo has left at least two children dead and three people missing in the western Mexican state of Jalisco as the storm churns toward Baja California Sur.
Boat Carrying 12 People Sinks Off Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
A vessel with 12 people aboard sank near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, prompting a dramatic rescue as nearby boats rushed to help and the captain wept watching his boat go under.
Kingpin Fito’s Wife and Daughter Captured in Colombia
Colombian and US authorities arrested the wife and daughter of Ecuadorian drug lord José Adolfo Macías, alias 'Fito,' after tracking their movements across the country under a shared fake ID.
Colombian Senator’s US Visa Revoked, Cites No Explanation
Colombian Senator Martha Peralta says she learned through the media that the US State Department revoked her visa, citing alleged interference with democratic governments, though she has received no official notice of the reasons.
US Revokes Visas of Two Petro Allies Over Corruption
The U.S. State Department has revoked the visas of businessman Euclides Torres and Senator Martha Peralta, both close to former Colombian President Gustavo Petro, citing efforts to undermine democratic governance.
US Revokes Visas of Colombian Officials Close to Petro
The State Department has canceled the US visas of Euclides Torres and Senator Martha Peralta, both allies of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, accusing them of undermining democratic governments in the region.