Lula makes history with fourth term as Brazil's president
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva achieves historic fourth term victory, defeating far-right rival Jair Bolsonaro in dramatic election that divided the nation.
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Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally
Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.
Peru deploys military against violent crime wave
Peruvian armed forces join police patrols in Lima and Callao as government declares 60-day state of emergency to combat soaring homicide rates and organised crime.
Ancient Latin inscription uncovered during Milan Duomo restoration
A remarkable 2,000-year-old Latin inscription has been uncovered during restoration work at Milan's iconic cathedral, offering a fascinating glimpse into the city's Roman past beneath its medieval masterpiece.
Netflix Faces £170m Tax Battle in Brazil
Streaming giant Netflix confronts a massive £170 million tax dispute with Brazilian authorities over content production deductions, as subscriber growth surges in Latin America.
Colombia's Supreme Court overturns Uribe conviction
In a dramatic legal turnaround, Colombia's Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of former president Álvaro Uribe for witness tampering and fraud, sending shockwaves through the nation's political landscape.
Colombia legalises assisted dying in Supreme Court ruling
In a groundbreaking move, Colombia's Supreme Court has expanded euthanasia rights, making it the first Latin American nation to legalise assisted dying for non-terminally ill patients. Discover the implications of this historic judgement.
Colombia warns Trump return would escalate drug war
In an exclusive interview, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro delivers a chilling prediction about the future of narcotics policy, warning that a Trump victory would plunge the Americas into a renewed and intensified drug conflict.
Student teaches herself Latin to honours level at St Andrews
Amy Fife, a remarkable student at the University of St Andrews, has achieved the extraordinary by teaching herself advanced Latin to honours level while pursuing her degree in ancient history.
Bolivia Elects Right-Wing President in Historic Shift
In a stunning political reversal, free-market economist Rodrigo Paz Pereira has defeated the ruling MAS party, ending nearly two decades of socialist rule and signalling a dramatic shift in Bolivia's direction.
Graciela Iturbide's Photography Retrospective Stuns New York
Discover the mesmerising world of Graciela Iturbide as her groundbreaking photography retrospective opens in New York, showcasing five decades of iconic imagery from Mexico and beyond.
Peru Declares Emergency Amid Widespread Protests
Peruvian President José Jerí imposes 30-day state of emergency as violent protests sweep the nation, suspending constitutional rights and deploying military forces to restore order.
AGT star's luggage stolen from London hotel
AGT sensation Sky Blu faces travel chaos after thieves steal suitcase containing precious performance outfits from central London hotel, prompting Metropolitan Police investigation.
Uruguay court rules against Colombia in maritime dispute
In a groundbreaking verdict, Uruguay's Supreme Court has ruled in favour of Ecuador in a complex maritime boundary case against Colombia, reshaping territorial waters in Latin America's Pacific region.
Trump threatens military strikes against Venezuela
Exclusive: Donald Trump threatens potential military strikes in Venezuela, citing CIA intelligence and vowing to target 'bad people' in dramatic foreign policy declaration.
Mexico's President-Elect Confronts Hurricane Crisis
President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum confronts her first major challenge as Hurricane Alberto threatens Mexico's Gulf Coast, testing emergency preparedness ahead of October inauguration.
Trump's Alleged Venezuela Strike Plan Revealed
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly pressed CIA for boat attack on Venezuela during final year in office, according to former intelligence officer's explosive claims.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Santana slams Bad Bunny's Spanish Super Bowl show
Legendary guitarist Carlos Santana faces backlash after criticising Bad Bunny's historic Spanish-language Super Bowl halftime show, sparking debate about language and cultural representation in music.
Mexico elects first female president Claudia Sheinbaum
In a groundbreaking political shift, Mexico elects Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female president, marking a historic moment for gender equality in Latin American politics.
Mississippi homecoming shooting leaves one dead, two wounded
Tragedy strikes Leland, Mississippi as a homecoming celebration turns deadly with multiple shootings leaving one woman dead and two others wounded in separate incidents.
Roman DNA discovery rewrites New Orleans history
Groundbreaking genetic research uncovers surprising Roman and Latin heritage in New Orleans residents, challenging conventional understanding of the city's European roots.
Latin America's Pandemic Pet Boom Reaches Record Highs
New research reveals how COVID-19 transformed pet ownership across Latin America, with Brazil leading an unprecedented surge in furry companions.
Bolsonaro Convicted: 17 Years for Coup Plot
Jair Bolsonaro faces 17 years in prison after landmark conviction for attempting to overturn Brazil's 2022 election results and plotting a military coup against Lula da Silva's government.
Trump's Venezuela Invasion Proposal Revealed
Exclusive details emerge of Donald Trump's controversial plan to deploy US forces against Venezuela during his presidency, as revealed by former Fox News host Pete Hegseth.
Argentina's VP Kirchner guilty in corruption case, avoids jail
Argentina's former president and current vice president Cristina Fernández de Kirchner has been found guilty in corruption case but receives immunity protection, sparking political tensions across Latin America.
Argentina's Economic Crisis Deepens Under Milei
President Javier Milei confronts escalating economic turmoil as inflation soars and social unrest grows, testing his controversial austerity measures in Argentina.
Trump's Latin American Intervention Threat
As Donald Trump eyes a potential return to power, experts warn his administration could unleash aggressive interventions across Latin America, with Venezuela firmly in the crosshairs. This analysis examines the alarming implications for democracy and sove
British Backpacker Paradise Terrorised by Cartels
Exclusive investigation reveals how violent cartels including the notorious 'Los Killers', led by a mass murderer and his glamorous girlfriend, have turned Ecuador's backpacking hotspots into zones of terror with live-streamed torture and executions.
Florida immigration law sparks Latin American diplomatic row
Multiple Latin American countries condemn Florida's stringent new immigration legislation, raising concerns about racial profiling and discrimination against Spanish-speaking communities.
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