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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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Rising Crime in Paradise: The Dark Side of Turks and Caicos
Once known for its serene beauty and crystal-clear waters, the Turks and Caicos Islands now face a growing wave of…
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Lost Over the Amazon: The Tragic Journey of Varig Flight 254
On September 3, 1989, a routine domestic flight in Brazil turned into a life-or-death struggle as the pilots of Varig…
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El Salvador Ranks Among World’s Safest Nations for First Time
According to Gallup's Global Security Report, El Salvador is among the safest countries. With 88% of its citizens feeling safe…
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Improving Maternal Health: PAHO and MSD’s Lifesaving Efforts in Latin America
In a crucial step toward improving maternal health, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and MSD (Merck & Co. Inc.)…
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Europe’s Alarming New Data Sheds Light on Latin America’s Deepening Crisis for Children
The alarming housing crisis in Europe, with 400,000 homeless children, exposes an even graver situation in Latin America, where poverty,…
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Forty Years After San Juan Ixhuatepec: How One Industrial Disaster Still Haunts Latin America
On November 19, 1984, San Juan Ixhuatepec, a modest town on the northern outskirts of Mexico City, was turned into…
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Brazil’s Forgotten Tragedy: The Allure and Horror of the Goiânia Disaster
Four decades ago, a tragedy unfolded in the heart of Brazil that shocked the world with its silent, deadly force.…
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