Saudi Arabia, Syria Close to Resuming Ties
The prospect of Saudi Arabia and Syria resuming diplomatic ties has been a source of hope for many observing the political dynamics in the...
Mexicans in U.S. Sent Record Remittances
Since the start of the 21st century, remittances sent by Mexicans in the United States to their families back home has soared to new...
Wave of Black Politicians Takes Office in Brazil
The recent presidential elections in Brazil marked a major shift in the country's politics. The country elected Jair Bolsonaro, a far-right candidate, to the...
Venezuela Seizes Offices of Independent Newspaper
Venezuela's government is increasingly showing authoritarian signs and has recently taken steps to restrict free speech in the country by raiding the offices of...
South America Is Now the World’s Covid-19 Hot Spot
The coronavirus pandemic has sent shockwaves throughout the world, impacting individuals, businesses, and economies. But, while some countries have been able to weather this...
Gangs Threaten to Tip Haiti Into a Failed State
According to a recent report by the United Nations, gangs are increasingly threatening to tip Haiti into a failed state. Without robust government intervention,...
Brazil Markets Hit by Worries About Government Spending
The Brazilian markets have been hit hard this week, particularly with the recent news that the government is considering spending cuts in an effort...
Dozens of Inmates Die in Ecuador Prison Riot
The Ecuador prison riot of February 2021 was an incredibly tragic incident that rocked a country—and the world. In the worst mass casualty prison...
Chile’s Presidential Election Upends Centrist Legacy
Chile prepares to vote in the upcoming presidential election on November 17, the country is poised to make potentially monumental shifts away from its...
Why the Catholic Church Is Losing Latin America
Latin America is a historically Catholic region known all over the world for its deep and spiritual religious practices, including those that take part...
