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Brazilians stage largest protests in 20 years, bearing a multitude of complaintsHundreds of thousands are demonstrating in more than 20 cities across Brazil in a show of frustration over poor public services, preparations for mega-events like the Olympics, and the police's harsh response to previous protests.
Venezuela grants conditional release of Ch谩vez-era judgeFreedom for Judge Maria Lourdes Afiuni was a cause c茅l猫bre among dissidents and human rights groups critical of the Ch谩vez regime. Venezuela conditionally released her after three years in detention.- Brazil protests: a blip, or the making of a movement?Protests across Brazil have grown larger as inflation and economy woes mount.Though the protests were sparked by a bus fare increase, they now face the challenge of rallying behind a common goal.
- Argentines no longer top beef eatersThough Argentina fell to neighboring Uruguay as king of beef consumption, locals say statistics may tell one story but daily life reflects another: Beef and barbecue are still ubiquitous.
- Guatemalan syphilis victims lose hope in legal battle against USThousands of Guatemalans were intentionally infected with STDs in the 1940s by US public health researchers. An appeal on their case against the US government was dismissed this week.
Mexico in the middle? Slowly, more people leave the lower class.Some 39 percent of the Mexican population, or 44 million people, is now considered middle class.
Perils en route to US mean more Central Americans now pin hopes on MexicoThe route to the US has become so risky and costly that increasing numbers of Central American migrants - fleeing violence and economic woes at home - are staying in Mexico, working illegally.
Venezuela's Maduro victory upheld in audit - but opposition says fight not overVenezuela's electoral council confirmed Maduro鈥檚 presidential victory, but the decision will do little to ease the political crisis. The opposition says it will bring fraud charges before international courts.
Sound advice? Assange advises Snowden to seek refuge in Latin America.The WikiLeaks founder has a lot to thank Latin America for 鈥� specifically Ecuador. And though many regional countries have defied US priorities there, plenty have extradition agreements with the States.
Fighting inflation: 'Army' of Kirchner supporters monitor prices in ArgentinaSome 3,000 pro-Kirchner activists march store aisles nationwide making sure there's no overcharging for the 500 goods under a new price freeze.
'Imagine the World Cup' - popular dig at Brazil's preparedness is turned on its headThe phrase is used frequently to complain about Brazil's problems, and how they'll worsen during megaevents. It's also the name of a new nonprofit aiming to highlight the positive in Brazil.
Nicaragua rushes to fulfill its canal dreams - with a hand from ChinaNicaragua has dreamed of building a canal for hundreds of years. Now it is pursuing a plan to give a Chinese company exclusive rights to build the largest development project in Nicaraguan history.
Toronto mayor's other 'crack' scandal: dividing urban-suburban residentsWhile Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has been under fire for a video allegedly showing him smoking crack, critics say his most offensive behavior has been his polarization of the city.- Mexico City's 'mass kidnapping' highlights countrywide rise in abductionsOn average 130 people per month have been reported kidnapped this year, compared to 40 per month in 2004. Some question if Mexico's inability to prosecute crimes is fueling the problem.
- US suspends aid to Honduras police cleanupThe police reform process has been moving slowly to the frustration of both Hondurans and US officials, a guest blogger writes.
Was Venezuela's release of US filmmaker Timothy Tracy an olive branch?Timothy Tracy was expelled from Venezuela today after spending more than a month in government detention for allegedly spying on behalf of the US.
Coffee blight in Central America: Changing livelihoods and your cup of joeThe aggressive outbreak has extended to more than 70 percent of coffee bushes in Guatemala and El Salvador, 64 percent in Costa Rica, and lesser amounts in Nicaragua and Honduras.
Trade is a hot topic as Chinese president travels to MexicoChinese President Xi arrives in Mexico today for a three-day visit that could mark a new 鈥� and friendlier 鈥� stage in the two countries' relationship.
Internet access to expand in Cuba 鈥� at a priceCuba said that as of today, users can get on the Internet 鈥� including e-mail and international websites 鈥� at 118 providers across the island. But the per-hour cost may be too high a hurdle for many.
Coca toothpaste? Bolivia tries to drum up demand for 'legal' coca products.The coca leaf - used to make cocaine - is classified as an illegal drug by international bodies. But the Bolivian government argues using more leaves for products like cookies and energy drinks could help curb trafficking.
