Americas Now

Steeped in literary tradition, Buenos Aires is a book lover’s dream

Mired in a financial crisis, Argentina becomes a hotbed for cryptocurrencies

Argentina has considerable experience in bitcoins and similar tokens and, increasingly, blockchain technology.

An interview with Ecuador’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jose Valencia

The United Nations estimates that some 2.6 million Venezuelans have left their homeland in the last couple of years. But experts believe that number may be double. Elaine Reyes interviews Ecuador’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jose Valencia.

Some Puerto Ricans still in the dark after island’s long blackout

The Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, or PREPA, says electrical service has returned to all homes. But is that actually true? And is the island’s grid repaired? Nitza Soledad Perez went to Puerto Rico to search for answers.

Chileans living in Finland who fled a 1973 military coup

The year was 1973. A rookie Finnish diplomat named Tapani Brotherus gave refuge to hundreds of Chileans as the army took over the streets and hunted down opponents.

Creating green spaces to improve quality-of-life in Mexico

Mexico City is notorious for its congestion and air pollution. But one man is convinced the tide can change. For our Game Changer meet the founder of the Via Verde program Fernando Ortiz.

Former Ecuadorian President recalls signing historic peace accord with Peru

During the 20th century, Ecuador and Peru fought over territory in the Amazon Rainforest three different times. In 1998 Ecuador´s President Jamil Mahuad and his Peruvian colleague Alberto Fujimori decided to change their history of dispute.

Many families living in poor conditions due to Brazil’s housing crisis

Sao Paulo suffers from vast economic inequality, which drives poor families to occupy and squat in empty abandoned buildings throughout the Brazilian municipality. Maria Valls reports on why the city is not able to keep up with housing needs.

A social crusader using the natural resources of her community to promote tourism

A social leader in one of Colombia’s national parks is using ecotourism to benefit her community. Meet our Game Changer… Josefina Klinger.

A parade with colorful characters that pays tribute to Mexico’s ancestors

The month of November marks the time of year when Mexicans honor their loved ones who have died. One of the celebrations is the Catrina Parade.

Cubans embrace tourism for 500th anniversary of Havana

Ancient mansions and public squares, cobblestone streets and the famous esplanade – the Malecon – all make Havana an enchanting destination.

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