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First LookPaper tally sheets will prove the winner of Venezuela鈥檚 election 鈥� so where are they?After both President Nicol谩s Maduro and the main opposition claimed to have won Venezuela鈥檚 presidential election, Mr. Maduro was declared winner 鈥� but the national electoral authority has yet to release the tally sheets that would confirm the results.
First LookWho won Venezuela鈥檚 election? Both candidates claim victory.Both Nicol谩s Maduro and opposition candidate Edmundo Gonz谩lez claimed victory in Venezuela鈥檚 presidential election on July 28. Foreign governments have hesitated to recognize the results as the opposition called on their supporters to remain calm.
First LookWildfires rage across western US, Canada, as firefighters struggle to control themThe so-called Park Fire had scorched more than 550 square miles in inland Northern California as of Sunday, darkening the sky and contributing to poor air quality in a large swath of the Northwestern U.S. and western Canada.
Venezuelans say they鈥檙e done with Maduro. Will the presidential election reflect that?As Venezuelans prepare for the July 28 presidential election, the historically divided opposition is garnering sky-high support, prompting sitting President Nicol谩s Maduro to grasp at power in blatant ways.
First LookIn Javier Milei鈥檚 cash-strapped Argentina, enterprising residents use ingenuity to make ends meetPresident Javier Milei鈥檚 brutal austerity measures that sought to聽reverse decades of reckless spending have caused prices to skyrocket in a country that already had one of the world鈥檚 highest inflation rates. Argentina now has a staggering 57% poverty rate.
Blocked from voting, Venezuela鈥檚 diaspora finds new ways to oppose MaduroAs Venezuelans vote for their next leader, the diaspora is playing a key role in motivating聽鈥� and informing聽鈥� the electorate from abroad.
鈥極ur children would not be dead.鈥� Why these moms are advocating for safe drugs.What鈥檚 the best way to prevent overdose deaths amid a crisis of toxic opioids? In British Columbia, mothers who have lost children are advocating for a safe and regulated supply of drugs. The public does not agree. Part 2 of a series.
First LookIt鈥檚 a big year for Caesar salad. The popular dish is turning 100.Tijuana will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Caesar salad with a three-day festival and the unveiling of a statue of Caesar Cardini.
As wildfire season looms, these residents aren鈥檛 waiting for government helpAfter a record 2023 wildfire season, Canadian officials say they are better prepared to protect communities this year. Residents aren鈥檛 so sure.
In Latin America, armies stage comebacks 鈥� but not by coupA coup attempt in Bolivia last week reminded Latin Americans of the bad old days of military rule聽鈥� and of regional armies鈥� renewed prominence.
First LookCategory 4 Hurricane Beryl churns across Caribbean. Here鈥檚 why it鈥檚 historic.The earliest recorded Category 4 hurricane in the Atlantic hit the Caribbean early on July 1. It turned from a tropical depression into a hurricane in less than 42 hours.
First LookWakan Gli, a rare white buffalo calf born in Yellowstone, means much more to the LakotaIn Yellowstone National Park, the birth of a rare white buffalo calf signals the fulfillment of sacred prophecy for several Native American tribes 鈥� and conveys a warning to take care of the natural environment.
First LookIn Bolivia, democracy prevails for another day over an attempted coupAfter Bolivia鈥檚 nation watched in shock as troops stormed the presidential palace on June 26, calm is returning. In their coup attempt, military forces seized control of the main square, crashed a tank into the palace, and fired tear gas at protestors.
With free laundry and salsa classes, Bogot谩 tries to care for its unpaid caregiversBogot谩鈥檚 Care Blocks are serving as models for governments around Latin America that want to recognize the value of unpaid caregiving.
Gangs have taken over Haiti. Schools must educate anyway.Haiti has dealt with decades of political turmoil and natural disasters. Although there hasn鈥檛 been an uninterrupted academic year since 2017, schools here embody hope for a stabler future.
First LookProtesters and police collide after Argentine president鈥檚 spending cut passes SenateArgentina President Javier Milei鈥檚 proposal to cut state spending and strengthen his power was barely approved on June 13 by the Senate. Thousands of protesters gathered outside Congress, and federal security pushed back with tear gas and water cannons.
How hard is it to root out corruption? Ask Guatemala鈥檚 new president.Guatemala鈥檚 leader rose to power on a pledge to clean up corruption. He鈥檚 learning that it takes more than just political will and popular support.
First LookFrozen treats and heroic efforts: Mexico helpers team up to save animals from extreme heatAmid Mexico鈥檚 heat wave, state-run zoos and nongovernmental groups are providing popsicles and air conditioning to animals. Much of the impact on wildlife is being felt in central and southern Mexico.聽鈥淭his had never happened before,鈥� said a park veterinarian.
Vancouver needs homes. Local First Nations have plans on how to provide them.Indigenous people have long been relegated to the sidelines in Canada. Now some First Nations are getting a chance to shape Vancouver鈥檚 development.
Mexico elects its first female president. Her real challenges lie ahead.Mexico鈥檚 new female president is walking a crossroads with her nation. Lifted by the popular economic policies of her predecessor and riding a wave of enthusiasm for women鈥檚 rights, she faces enormous challenges ahead.