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Brazilian Marielle Franco’s Murder Case Sparks Fight for Justice and Change
When Marielle Franco, a young councilwoman in Rio de Janeiro, was shot dead in March 2018, the country was left…
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Drug Tsar’s Corrupt Legacy Shaping Mexico’s War
Genaro García Luna, once Mexico’s top security official, has been sentenced to more than 38 years in a U.S. prison.…
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Argentina’s Buenos Aires Province Sparks Controversy Over Independence Talk
Jorge D'Onofrio, a Buenos Aires province minister, has ignited a political firestorm by suggesting that Argentina’s largest region could consider…
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Celebrate Hispanic Month This Year with These Interesting Activities
National Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 started on September 15. It marks a time to recognize and commemorate the impacts of…
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Columbus’ Fortunate Voyage: The Narrow Escape from Hurricanes
Christopher Columbus' first voyage across the Atlantic was marked by extraordinary fortune. Despite crossing the Atlantic during hurricane season, Columbus…
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Mexico’s Tlatelolco Massacre Remembered as Protests Reignite
This week’s commemoration of the 1968 Tlatelolco massacre turned violent in Mexico City, reigniting debates about who is genuinely responsible…
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The Dark Reality of Human Trafficking in Latin America
Human trafficking for sexual exploitation, affecting 4.5 million victims globally, has become one of the most profitable illicit industries. For…
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Chile 2036 Olympic Bid: A Strong Contender with a Rich Latin Legacy
Chile is stepping up its efforts to host the 2036 Olympic Games, promising a “State commitment” to the International Olympic…
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Migrants Killed by Mexican Military in Mistaken Attack
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed the deaths of four migrants from Egypt, El Salvador, and Peru after soldiers opened…
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Colombia Battles Devastating Fires Amid Latin America’s Worsening Drought
Colombia faces raging forest fires across multiple regions as the worst drought in decades continues to fan flames throughout Latin…
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