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Long gas lines, price hike dampen holiday spirit in MexicoAnalysts say a neglected fuel infrastructure is finally catching up with the country, and there's no quick fix in sight.
First LookMagnitude 7.6 Christmas Day quake hits off coast of ChileDespite the strength of the earthquake, which struck off of the country's southern coast, there were no reports of fatalities or major damage.
How will Cuba react if relations with the US reverse under Trump?It's hard to know what direction US-Cuba relations will take once Donald Trump is in the White House, but Cubans are already contemplating the consequences of a reversal of President Obama's normalization process.
Will an incipient wave of elections change the face of Latin America?Over the coming 24 months, a host of Latin American nations are slated to elect their leaders. The outcome of many of these races is far from certain.
Why the US-Cuba thaw should continueIn the two years since a restoration of diplomatic ties was first announced, great strides have been made in normalizing relations. That trajectory benefits 鈥� and is supported by 鈥� a wide array of people.
Latin America's deepening relationship with China speaks of a new world orderWith the United States likely to pull out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership and China looking to step into the breach, Latin America's changing relations with world powers could reflect a broader shift.
Despite turmoil, Brazil keeps up push to jail corrupt politiciansCorruption investigations and a legislative backlash have pushed Brazil to the brink of a constitutional crisis. But聽one thing has changed: Corrupt politicians going to prison.
Did Paraguay blaze a trail in racial equality nearly two centuries ago?In 1814, Paraguay's soon-to-be dictator introduced a law forbidding reproduction among the white elite. Whatever his motives, it produced an "exceptionally egalitarian" society.- First LookVenezuela seizes toys seen as overpriced, will distribute to poorVenezuela's fair pricing authority聽has seized nearly 4 million toys from a private company, which it says it will hand out to poor children for Christmas.
Give dialogue a chance in VenezuelaThe opposition sat down with President Nicol谩s Maduro in Vatican-led talks, leading to much criticism from observers. But there is a chance the move could lead to a peaceful resolution.
First LookBlack woman who fought segregation to be face of Canada's $10 billBank of Canada officials revealed their pick Thursday for the first Canadian woman to be portrayed prominently on the nation's currency: Viola Desmond, who helped inspire the country's civil rights movement.
Colombia's new peace deal: Will it work?Colombia's revised peace accord glided through Congress on Nov. 30, nearly two months after the initial version was rejected in a plebiscite. How important are the changes, and what chance of success?
Where next for Brazil's embattled president?Having assumed the presidency in May following the impeachment of his predecessor, Michel Temer has made some inroads into his reform agenda, but the political storm assailing his government poses a growing threat.
First LookWorld leaders gather in massive rally to bid farewell to Fidel CastroA mass eulogy was held in Cuba's capital Tuesday night as tens of thousands of Cubans gathered to pay their respects, along with several world leaders who delivered tributes.
How Castro's foreign policy, overlooked in US, won African admirersEl Caballo, as Cubans knew him, became an international icon through his support to liberationist causes across the developing world.
Leftist allies fly in to pay tribute to Cuba's Castro at mass rallyFor many, especially in Latin America and Africa, he was a symbol of resistance to imperialism, having ousted a U.S.-backed dictator, and a champion of the poor.
Columbia plane crash: 'A tragedy of huge proportions'Aviation authorities said there are reports of at least six survivors, with a local mayor confirming at least three passengers were found alive.
Cuba after Fidel: Economic reform? S铆. Political reform? No.The passing of Fidel Castro paves the way for Cuba to open its economy more. But several factors keep Cuban political reform at bay.聽
New violence threatens Colombia's revised peace accordThe government is set to ratify a revamped peace accord with leftist FARC rebels. But attacks against activists, apparently from the remnants of right-wing militias, will complicate the deal's implementation.
First LookCanadian PM Justin Trudeau defends his praise of Fidel CastroCanada's Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, has come under fire for calling Fidel Castro a 'remarkable leader' without making any mention of the Cuban president's human rights record.
