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Chile tests its young leader. Can he be a model for Latin America?Leading from the middle sounds pragmatic. But in a divided society, every compromise can feel like betrayal, and Chile鈥檚 new leftist president is plummeting in the polls.
Will US extend speedy Ukrainian refugee welcome to others?Ukrainian refugees have jumped the line in which other asylum-seekers are stuck at the U.S. border, but in the long run that might help Central Americans.
Can Brazil stamp out fake news ahead of presidential elections?Fake news is rampant in Brazil. But attempts at halting the spread are now coming from many directions, including grassroots groups and the Supreme Court.聽聽
How protectionism blocks food crisis solutions: The case of ArgentinaFarmers need to sell produce. Hungry people need to eat. Farmers鈥� self-interest and the common good intersect. But amid a global food crisis, protectionism creates a hurdle.
Sowing justice: When farming is about more than foodIn Toronto, a growing Black food sovereignty movement takes a fresh approach to food security that emphasizes empowerment rather than charity.
First LookHonduras ex-president extradited to US on drug trafficking chargesOn Thursday, former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hern谩ndez was extradited to the U.S. where he will face drug trafficking and weapons charges. Mr. Hern谩ndez, who governed from January 2014 to January 2022, was arrested in Tegucigalpa in February.
First LookAs food prices skyrocket, Peruvians turn to 'common pots'With inflation surging across the country, the poor in Peru are unable to afford food and fuel. In the shantytown of Ciudad de Gosen, people come together to cook in 鈥渃ommon pots鈥� and share resources to help keep neighbors from going hungry.聽
Mexican president survives recall: Democracy at work or populist stunt?When Mexico carried out a presidential recall vote, it seemed to ensure that its young democracy was being protected. But could it also serve as a tool of power?
First LookOver 1 million without power in Puerto Rico. What鈥檚 happening?On Thursday, a fire at a power plant in Puerto Rico left over a million people without electricity. The incident exacerbated citizens鈥� concerns about the state of the electric grid, which has suffered from disrepair since Hurricane Maria in 2017.
First LookCosta Rica picks a new president. Can he restore public trust?On Sunday, conservative economist Rodrigo Chaves beat out former president Jos茅 Figueres Ferrer in a runoff vote, becoming the next president of Costa Rica. The election, however, saw low voter turnout after a campaign season steeped in personal attacks.
A Guatemalan judge鈥檚 flight into exile signals trouble for USA setback for judicial independence in Guatemala reveals the limits of U.S. influence in Central America, as the region slides toward authoritarianism.
First LookRocky start: Peru's president survives second impeachment pushEver since Peru鈥檚 President Pedro Castillo took office in July, the former teacher has faced an uphill political battle.聽While Mr. Castillo survived the latest impeachment attempt, his task now is to restore public trust and mend a fractured Congress.聽
In Pictures: Colombia鈥檚 cowboys keep tradition aliveTwice a year in May-June and November-December, ranchers in Colombia hire聽llaneros,聽local cowboys who employ traditional cattle-driving practices.
First LookUS denies anti-war Russian asylum seekers entry at Mexico borderSince the Russian invasion of Ukraine began last month, Ukrainians have been arriving at the southern border. Many have been granted temporary asylum. But Russians who fear a draft or oppose the war have been arriving there, too. Few of them have gotten across.
First LookIn Peru, fishermen struggle to stay afloat after oil spillAfter a large crude-oil spill by the Spanish-owned Repsol oil refinery caused聽suspension of fishing in Peru, more than 2,500 fishermen have been out of work. Those affected are on the poverty line and it remains unclear when they can return to fish.聽
First LookChile鈥檚 new president promises progressive social reformNew Chilean President Gabriel Boric is set to聽be sworn in on Friday as the country鈥檚 youngest ever president. Mr. Boric has big plans to transform the country鈥檚 market-oriented economic model with progressive social reform and a focus on fighting climate change.聽
These Brazilians learn Ukrainian at school. Why?The Ukrainian diaspora in Brazil is one of the largest in the world. It has harnessed its sense of cultural identity to mobilize aid for refugees.聽
鈥楢 door of hope has opened.鈥� A fresh start for justice in Honduras?Many Hondurans celebrated their former president鈥檚 arrest and a request from the U.S. for his extradition. But there鈥檚 also a push for a robust justice system at home.
鈥楩reedom Convoy鈥� gone, but lanes of trust still blocked in CanadaCould understanding the 鈥淔reedom Convoy鈥� protest鈥檚 root causes help聽Canadians rebuild trust in government 鈥� and respect for each other?
First Look'A historic step': Colombia legalizes abortion up to 24 weeksColombia follows Mexico and Argentina as the third country in heavily Catholic Latin America to partially legalize abortion in recent years. Activists celebrated in the streets of Bogot谩 on Monday after the country鈥檚 Constitutional Court announced its ruling.
