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Berenson: Convicted American leaves Peru where terrorism's shadow persistsLori Berenson was sentenced to 20 years in a Peruvian prison for collaborating with a rebel group. Wednesday night, she left a Peru that is vastly changed since her incarceration, and boarded a flight home to New York.
First LookDigital shepherds ease Cuban migrants' passage to US borderA slew of secret weapons aid聽Cubans embarking on the arduous overland journey through South and Central America to the United States: smartphones, data plans, and Facebook.
Argentina's president-elect Macri promises an end to divisive politicsOpposition candidate聽Mauricio Macri won Sunday's presidential election. But his fight's not over as the outgoing president's party retains a strong grip on the levers of power.
As US-Cuba ties warm, Cuban migrants take overland route northCountries in Central America are grappling with rising numbers of Cubans trying to reach the US. The exodus appears driven by concerns that preferential US policies for Cuban migrants may expire.
Venezuela vote: Could anger over violence, shortages shift political tide?For the first time in more than 10 years, every major poll indicates the opposition could come out ahead in the Dec. 6 legislative vote.
Nephews of Venezuela first lady held without bail in New YorkThe two men were flown to New York after being arrested in Haiti. The arrest is likely to聽exacerbate already tense relations between the US and Venezuela.
Mexico's media find stronger voice by calling on old toolThe use of a 2002 transparency law over the past few years is an increasingly bright spot for Mexican journalists.
Mexico supreme court opens door to recreational pot useThe ruling did not approve the sale of marijuana nor does it imply a general legalization. But it could help legalization measures being written in Congress.- Venezuela prosecutor flees to Florida, says opposition leader's trial was fixedConvicted opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez was allowed only one witness in a trial for inciting violence. Government witnesses numbered nearly 100.
Calling out catcalls in Costa Rica: Why one video has stirred debateStreet harassment isn't just uncomfortable, it can influence whether a woman continues her education or works outside the home. Some Costa Ricans are pushing to criminalize the behavior.
Continuity not change for Argentina's voters on election dayPresident Kirchner has presided over a slowing economy and a rocky relationship with foreign creditors. But her party's candidate for president is in the lead ahead of Sunday's poll.聽
FocusFor first time, Canada's indigenous flex their electoral muscles in a big wayFor decades, many of Canada's Aboriginals have viewed voting in federal elections as something foreign. But that changed this year, as a newly galvanized community made their voices heard.
Canine killings rattle heart of Mexico City's doggie cultureAbout 18 dogs have been reported poisoned in recent weeks in the upscale neighborhood of Condesa. The dog population has burgeoned in recent years along with Mexico's middle class.
Buoyed by election, Canadians roll out welcome mat to Syrian refugeesWith Prime Minister-designate Trudeau promising Canada will take in tens of thousands of Syrians before January, activists 鈥� many former emigr茅s themselves 鈥� are eager to help.
In Trudeau, Canadians seek to reclaim liberal stance on world stageThe prime minister-designate wasted no time in announcing a withdrawal from the US-led air campaign against the Islamic State. Trudeau's goal: a return to Canada as a humanitarian soft power.
Guatemala: Anti-corruption spirit ebbs ahead of elections. Can it be revived?The massive anti-corruption protests earlier this year succesfully forced former President Molina from office. But as the election looms closer, the leaderless movement is split on how to move forward amid a new political awakening.
Trudeau wins big as Canada votes resoundingly for a leftward shiftJustin Trudeau and his Liberal Party swept Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper from office in a major upset in Monday's vote.
Who is Canada new liberal leader, Justin Trudeau?Canada's Liberals received 39.5 percent of the overall vote compared to 32 percent for the Conservatives and 19.6 for the New Democrats.聽
For many Canadians, election was about one thing: Stephen HarperJustin Trudeau's Liberal Party rode to an overwhelming victory Monday, ousting Mr. Harper who has been prime minister since 2006, and has shifted overall Canadian politics to the right.
Soldiers as police? In Mexico, a push to get them back to the barracks.A trial related to an Army patrol's massacre of 22 people last year underscores both progress being made in holding soldiers accountable 鈥� and the tough challenges that lie ahead.
