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The Explainer5 ways Cuba-US agreement will make wavesThe historic opening between the two countries could have an impact on travel and business in the long-term, though changes are likely to happen gradually.
Colombia's FARC proposes indefinite cease-fire 鈥� with strings attachedThe FARC offer was unprecedented, but the government says it won't allow an international team聽to verify compliance, a condition set out by the guerrillas.
Venezuela's role in warming Cuba - US relationsCuba had relied on Venezuela to prop up its economy. But with that support uncertain, the Castro brothers appear to have decided to come in from the cold.
From the Monitor archives: US slaps Cuba with trade embargoToday's announcement of restored diplomatic ties between Cuba and the US comes after five decades of antagonism, including the 54-year-old US trade embargo against the Communist island. 海角大神 covered the embargo from the start.
'Creeping humanitarian crisis' in Central America? Droughts lead to crop loss.A full 80 percent of farmers in the worst-hit areas of El Salvador have reported losing all of their crops, while 75 percent of corn and bean crops in Honduras and Guatemala have failed.
Openly gay US ambassador treads touchy path in Dominican RepublicAt the end of James Brewster's first year as ambassador, many in the conservative Catholic country say his appointment shows how out of touch the US is with local values. But he says it's important for him to speak out.
For Syrians seeking sanctuary, a door opens in BrazilBrazil is accepting an increasing number of refugees from Syria's civil war and other trouble spots around the world. Syrians who make the trip to Brazil can apply on arrival for refugee status and virtually all succeed. 聽 聽
How have Colombia-FARC peace talks affected scale of conflict?The FARC displaced roughly 50,000 people since peace talks began in 2012, according to a UN report. But the rebel group's role in driving overall violence in Colombia since 2012 isn't clear cut.聽
Does Mexico need a new Zapata or Villa to lead its disenchanted?A century ago, revolutionary leaders rode into Mexico City trailed by their peasant armies. Today, protests are again sweeping the nation after the disappearance of 43 students - but can they persist without a clear leader?
El Salvador murder pits retired colonel against ghosts of the civil-war eraRivas believes his son was killed because of him: for his history as a witness, and for the likelihood he'd become one again in war-crimes trials. If he's right, the murder would represent a throwback to civil-war-era tactics in a country that鈥檚 enjoyed more than two decades of peace.
Uruguay welcomes six Guant谩namo detainees, underlining focus on human rightsFormer President Mujica, an ex-guerrilla who was once tortured in jail, agreed to take the prisoners earlier this year. He said he was doing it 'for humanity.'
Can reforms change Mexico's corrupt police culture?Police practices came under harsh scrutiny after the disappearance of 43 college students.聽Mexico's Congress is debating security reforms, including one that would put a state police command over local police forces.聽
Venezuela's approval for President Maduro and Chavismo hit new lowVenezuela's President Nicol谩s Maduro's ratings hit an all time low in recent polls, and more than 85 percent of Venezuelans say the country is on the wrong track.
Theft of oil, gas from Mexico's pipelines on the riseConstant spills caused by the theft spoil the environment and rob Mexicans of a valuable resource. But the piracy also may crimp Mexico鈥檚 success in opening its energy sector to international investment.
Out with Pe帽a Nieto? For Mexicans, missing students case overshadows all.Their confidence shaken in his ability to address corruption and security,聽the majority of Mexicans say they disapprove of Pe帽a Nieto, the lowest approval rating of any Mexican president in nearly two decades. Monday evening saw more nationwide protests.
Will Uruguay election be one more 'win' for Latin America's Pink Tide?Analysts had expected that the wave of leftist leaders that took office across Latin America since the late 1990s would recede. But elections across the region - including聽Tabar茅 V谩zquez's likely victory in Uruguay this weekend - show otherwise.
Facing unabated anger over students, Mexico leader vows police overhaulThe abduction and apparent murder of 43 college students has forced President Pe帽a Nieto's hand. On Thursday, he promised sweeping security reforms. But many doubt if he can break a culture of impunity.
Boosting education exchanges between the US and BrazilBrazilians now make up 2 percent of the foreign student population in the US, on par with students from Mexico and Japan.
Is Mexico 'squandering' its youth?Some 32 percent of the Mexican population is between the ages of 15 and 29. But 22 percent of that age group is neither employed nor in education or training. It could mean bad news 鈥� and a missed opportunity 鈥� for the economy.
Ecuador: Can President Correa's popularity keep him in office indefinitely?Correa's approval ratings float between 70 and 80 percent, making him聽Latin America鈥檚聽most popular leader. But when it comes to keeping him in office beyond 2016, most believe it should come down to a vote - not a constitutional change.
