Lula and Sheinbaum Stand Alone on Nicaragua
A new opinion piece argues that Brazil's Lula and Mexico's Sheinbaum are increasingly isolated among Latin American leaders over their stance on Nicaragua's government.
Op-Ed Warns: Could Mexico Follow Nicaragua on Elections?
A Mexican opinion columnist uses biting sarcasm to warn that anti-democratic tendencies could push Mexico toward canceling elections, as Nicaragua has effectively done under its authoritarian government.
Pereira Triple Killing Investigated as Jealousy Attack
A man in Pereira, Colombia, allegedly shot his ex-girlfriend and her new partner before turning the gun on himself, in what authorities believe was a jealousy-fueled attack after their breakup.
Colombia’s Best Hospitals Ranked by Medical Specialty
A new regional ranking evaluated 37 Colombian hospitals across eight medical specialties, naming Bogotá's Fundación Santa Fe the country's top-performing institution overall.
Trump Vows $5,000 Payout if GOP Keeps Congress
President Trump pledged a $5,000 payment to every American adult if Republicans retain control of Congress in the November 3 midterms, even as polls suggest Democrats are poised to reclaim the House.
Fire on Cargo Ship at Chinese Port Leaves Many Casualties
A blaze aboard a foreign-flagged cargo vessel undergoing repairs in Qingdao, China, has caused significant casualties, prompting President Xi Jinping to order urgent rescue and investigation efforts.
Philippines Ferry Fire: Survivor Recalls Desperate Escape
A fire aboard a ferry bound for Palawan province has killed five people and left 86 missing, with survivors describing a chaotic scramble to escape the flames and jump into the sea.
Colombia’s New US Ambassador Faces Early Tests in DC
María Consuelo Araújo is set to take up her post as Colombia's ambassador to Washington this week, tasked with rebuilding ties strained under former president Gustavo Petro.
Fire on Philippine Ferry Kills Five, Leaves 86 Missing
A ferry carrying 134 people caught fire near the tourist island of Coron in the Philippines, killing at least five and leaving 86 unaccounted for as rescuers battle strong currents and thick smoke.
Judge Slams Guerrero in Fake Diploma Fraud Sentencing
A Bogotá judge sentenced Juliana Andrea Guerrero Jiménez to three years in prison for procedural fraud tied to fake academic credentials she used to seek a Colombian vice-ministry post, warning her actions were no accident.