China-ASEAN Trade Tops $1 Trillion for First Time in 2025
Trade between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations crossed the $1 trillion mark in 2025, a first for the relationship, according to Chinese state media.
Salmona’s Widow Reacts to Video Destroying His Staircase
After a renovation studio filmed itself tearing out a staircase designed by legendary Colombian architect Rogelio Salmona, his widow María Madriñán says the backlash shows how little Colombians understand about protecting the country's cultural landmarks.
Mexico’s Remittances Rise 3% in July, Central Bank Reports
Banco de México reported that remittances sent home by Mexican workers abroad increased 3 percent in July compared with the same month last year, according to the central bank's latest data.
Colombia’s Leader Warns Officials Against Ties to Rebels
President Abelardo De La Espriella traveled to Cúcuta after an ELN bombing killed one person and wounded 11, warning regional officials against any collusion with armed groups.
Sheinbaum: Homicides Down 51% in Second Annual Report
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum used her second annual government address to announce that intentional homicides have fallen 51% since she took office.
ICE Arrests Nearly 50,000 Migrants in July, Setting Record Under Trump’s Second Term
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained close to 50,000 migrants in July, marking the highest monthly arrest total since President Trump began his second term in office.
Trump Prepares New 7.5% Tariffs on Chinese Goods
The Trump administration is reportedly readying a fresh round of tariffs of 7.5% on Chinese imports, according to Mexican newspaper La Jornada, in what would mark another escalation in US-China trade tensions.
Mexico’s Supreme Court Grants Indigenous People a Voice in Constitutional Disputes
Mexico's Supreme Court has issued a landmark decision recognizing the right of Indigenous communities to participate in constitutional controversies, a legal mechanism traditionally reserved for disputes between branches or levels of government.
Google Launches Gemini Enterprise for Legal AI Platform
Google has introduced Gemini Enterprise for Legal, a new artificial intelligence platform designed specifically for lawyers and law firms.
Cuban Medical Missions Scrutinized Over Exploitation
A global network of Cuban doctors, deployed in more than 165 countries, is facing renewed scrutiny over alleged labor exploitation tied to Cuba's state-run medical missions program.