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Ecuador’s Struggle with Prison Violence Addressed by Noboa’s Firm Stance Against Human Rights Criticism
Amid escalating prison violence and criminal control, Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa backs the police and military, dismissing "anti-patriotic" human rights…
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Firearm Homicides in Central America and the Caribbean Increase as U.S. Gun Production Rises
A University of Michigan study reveals a direct correlation between increased U.S. gun production and imports and the surge in…
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Mexican El Mayo’s Fentanyl Charges and the Ongoing Battle Against Sinaloa Cartel’s Poisonous Legacy
U.S. federal prosecutors have charged Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, a pivotal figure in Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel, with fentanyl conspiracy,…
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Tackling Tobago’s Oil Spill Crisis Leads to a Regional Reflection on Environmental Challenges
Following a significant oil spill on its western coast, Tobago's Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) reports progress towards containment, spotlighting the…
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Decolonizing Museums is Peruvian Artist Sandra Gamarra’s Vision at the Venice Biennale
Peruvian artist Sandra Gamarra challenges colonial narratives at the Spanish Pavilion in Venice, proposing a new perspective on historical art…
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Ecuador’s Bold Referendum Date is Set Amid Crisis: A Call for Security and Constitutional Reform
Set against a backdrop of escalating violence and organized crime, Ecuador's electoral court has scheduled an April 21 referendum on…
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Colombia Bolsters Firefighting Arsenal With Drug Crop Fumigation Planes Amid El Niño
In response to devastating wildfires intensified by El Niño, Colombia has expanded its firefighting fleet with eight aircraft, including planes…
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Heat Waves Under the El Niño Spell as Peru’s Climate Crisis Intensifies
Peru is grappling with an unprecedented climate challenge, facing 32 daytime and 27 nighttime heatwaves, predominantly along its northern and…
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Preserving Heritage: Exploring Mexico’s Rich Tzotzil Tradition at Carnaval K’intajimol
Nestled in the heart of Chiapas, Mexico, the Tzotzil indigenous people recently concluded their vibrant Carnaval K'intajimol, a celebration deeply…
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Decrease of 33% in Armed Clashes Between Colombian Armed Groups and Military in 2023
In 2023, Colombia witnessed a significant decrease of 33% in armed clashes between armed groups and the Colombian Armed Forces,…
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