Rap Contest Unites 530 Inmates From 88 Mexican Prisons
Mexico's "Hip Hop por la Paz 2.0" wrapped up with 530 incarcerated participants from 88 prisons performing original rap verses about forgiveness, mental health and rebuilding their lives.
FAO Honors Juan Luis Guerra’s Classic Coffee Anthem
The United Nations' food agency has recognized Dominican singer Juan Luis Guerra for his 1989 hit 'Ojalá Que Llueva Café,' praising its message of hope for Latin America's rural communities.
Ebrard: 80% of Mexico-US Trade Still Tariff-Free
Mexico's Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard told lawmakers that roughly 80% of trade between Mexico and the United States remains free of tariffs, despite shifts in US trade policy.
Teen Gunman Kills Three Children, Teacher at Oregon School
A 16-year-old shot dead three children and a teacher at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, before a bystander chased him down and killed him. Two more victims remain in critical condition.
Bleached Coral Healed Fast After Touching Healthy Coral
Scientists found that bleached corals recovered at remarkable speed after being placed in direct contact with healthy corals sharing the same genetic makeup.
Tropical Storm Simon Set to Resume Movement Today
Mexican meteorological authorities report that Tropical Storm Simon, which had stalled in recent days, is expected to start moving again this afternoon.
The Secret Scent Behind Mexico’s Pan de Muerto
Orange blossom essence, known as azahar, is the delicate aromatic secret that gives pan de muerto its unmistakable soul, connecting Mexican kitchens to centuries-old traditions.
Russia Says Ukraine Hit Refinery as Strikes Resume
Moscow accused Kyiv of striking an oil refinery near Ryazan after President Zelensky vowed to resume attacks on Russian energy sites, amid accusations that Washington is pressuring Ukraine by cutting intelligence support.
Brazil Cuts Workweek to 40 Hours, Keeps Pay Unchanged
Brazil has approved a reduction in the standard workweek from 44 to 40 hours without cutting wages, a move President Lula da Silva is touting as a landmark win for workers.
Trudy Strengthens Into Hurricane Off Acapulco’s Coast
Tropical Storm Trudy has intensified into a Category 1 hurricane in the Pacific Ocean southwest of Acapulco, Mexico, authorities reported Thursday.