It all seemed to happen in the blink of an eye: over 400 inmates murdered in prison riots in less than two years, and a wave of crime in the streets. In the first six months of 2022 Ecuador, a small Andean nation with some 18 […]
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In 2008, a Latino mother of fourteen was sentenced to Death Row in Texas for the murder of her two-year-old daughter. She says her toddler fell down the stairs and died. The state says she beat her to death. Her execution was scheduled for April 27, […]
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Children are back to school in Peru after two years out of classrooms due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The country was one of the hardest-hit in the world by the coronavirus and children were no exception. Thousands lost parents or grandparents and – despite innovative […]
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The heat in Argentina was so extreme last summer that the country came close to being the hottest place on earth. The searing heat, combined with an acute drought, greatly affected the crops and cattle on the countryside. Buenos Aires saw daily energy shortages.
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The state of Texas has a long tradition of gun ownership. It has the most significant number of registered firearms in the country. This gun culture has remained intact despite some shocking mass shootings – like the one in May at a school in Uvalde, […]
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It was a massacre that targeted Latinos. One day in El Paso, Texas — 23 people were killed and more than a dozen injured. What triggered such a high level of violence? Dan Williams met with some survivors who reflected on hate, racism, and reconciliation. […]
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Since the Columbine High School massacre in Colorado in 1999, more than 300 school shootings have occurred. So what is the role of a modern-day teacher in the US? And how are they dealing with the threat of a potential shooting happening anywhere and anytime? […]
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It’s a day many activists have worked to raise awareness about for decades. Last year, the U.S. made history when U.S. President Joe Biden officially designated Juneteenth a federal holiday. The holiday is celebrated on June 19th and celebrates the emancipation of African-Americans from […]
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Emotional testimony from family members of victims and survivors of gun violence was delivered to a congressional committee in the US capital Wednesday, in the wake of the latestU.S. mass shootings. Families of victims pleaded with members of the House panel for stricter gun control, as Senate talks […]
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It’s been a crusade for decades, but farmworkers in the US still struggle to get adequate healthcare or better salaries. Mike Kirsch met with legendary labor activist Dolores Huerta. They spoke about the progress that’s been made in protecting almost 3 million farmers. And what still […]
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The most refined and expensive chocolates are produced in Europe. But to concoct the perfect truffle, chocolatiers need cocoa. And cocoa comes from Latin America and Africa. Gerry Hadden reports on how cocoa-producing countries are now trying to compete in chocolate’s global market.
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When people around the world think about coffee, chances are they’ll connect a good cup of Joe with the country of Colombia. Experts say Colombia’s geography and climate are perfect for growing aromatic and mild-flavored coffee. But as Michelle Begue explains, there are concerns about […]
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An elaborate scheme of bad actors with networks stretching over the territories of multiple countries, including El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua, controls the illegal passage of people to the U.S., preying on their desperate circumstances.
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This record label in Buenos Aires is exploring the sounds of the ‘Barrio’ and connecting its emerging artists to a wider public and, also, brands.
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According to data collected by the CDC, between 2019 and 2020 the murder rate in the country went up by 30%, the largest increase in more than a century. Out of the 10 more dangerous neighborhoods in the country, 7 are in or around Los Angeles.
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One hundred years after the completion of the Panama Canal, Panamanian authorities are facing new challenges posed by human-made climate change and the deforestation in the surrounding areas.
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Four decades ago, war broke out between Argentina and England. The conflict erupted because of a territorial dispute over the Malvinas, or as they are known in England, The Falkland Islands. Hundreds of soldiers died on both sides of the confrontation, which lasted over ten […]
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A small fishing village in southern Honduras has become what many say is the epicenter of global warming in Latin America. The sea is eating away at the land, forcing hundreds of families to find new homes inland. The deforestation of mangrove trees has left […]
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The San Isidro port of entry lies between Tijuana and San Diego. It’s one of the busiest land-border crossings in the world. But on the Mexican side, large flows of migrants cannot cross. And that’s led to a fast-growing homeless population. Franc Contreras reports on […]
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A shortage of truck drivers has led to a blockage at ports in the United States. Containers can “sit” on the docks when goods arrive for weeks. The lack of truck drivers has heavily contributed to a supply chain crisis across the U.S. John Zarrella […]
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El Salvador adopted the U.S. dollar as its own currency. Now the Central American nation is embarking on another bold change. Bitcoin. Harris Whitbeck explains.
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Peru has one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world. But in Chimbote, the city at the heart of the fishing industry, people say the industry pollutes the air and water, is making their children sick. Dan Collyns reports.
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Two decades ago Ingrid Betancourt was abducted by FARC guerillas. Today, she’s running for the highest political position in Colombia. Michelle Begue reports.
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Laron Syndrome is such a rare disorder that only a handful of people have been diagnosed with it worldwide. Gerry Hadden reports from Ecuador.
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In mid-January, 2022, an oil spill covered Peru’s coast just north of the capital Lima. Peru has called it “The worst environmental disaster in recent history.” It happened when an oil tanker was discharging oil into the La Pampilla refinery controlled by the Spanish energy […]
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Bees have been around for literally thousands of years, producing sweet honey but, more importantly, helping keep our planet sustainable. In Guatemala, one particular species of the honey bee harks back to the time of the ancient Mayan civilization, more than three thousand years ago. […]
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Brazil is the world’s fifth-largest nation, and one of the world’s leaders in renewable energy. Nearly 12% of the planet’s freshwater flows in Brazil, so hydropower generates 61% of the country’s electricity. So, when climate phenomena like La Nina -a warming of the Pacific Ocean- are associated […]
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A town in Ecuador, aspiring to become a United Nations World Heritage Site, is slowly being destroyed by illegal gold mining. Zaruma, in the country’s south, is collapsing. Huge sinkholes, created by mine shafts below, have swallowed the local school and brought down homes. No […]
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The Peruvian Andes is home to one of the most diverse food systems in the world. Dan Collyns tells us about the importance of Peru´s agro-bio-diversity.
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Haiti and the Dominican Republic share the island of Española in the Caribbean. Its increasingly dire economic situation has caused a rise in migration to the Dominican Republic.
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Northern Mexico and the west coast of the United States are suffering from an historic drought. The lack of rain is drying up reservoirs and rivers. Correspondent Xu Dezhi has the story.
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Mexico is suing weapon manufacturers in the U.S. for what has become an out of control crisis within its borders. Alasdair Baverstock reports.
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Brazilian entrepreneur, Marcelo Guimaraes, has invented what he claims is the fastest tree-planting machine on earth. Fast enough, he says, to realistically address climate change. His third-generation version of the planting machine, called Forest Bot, can plant multiple species of trees at a speed of up […]
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As the migration crisis continues along the U.S. southern border, the dangers facing those seeking to enter the United States aren’t only in Mexico. Some of the most perilous parts of the journey are on the U.S. side of the border. The crackdown by migration […]
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It was July 2008 when 10-year-old Jack Wallace had a waterskiing accident in which he lost his leg. He descended into a deep depression and, at his young age, couldn’t envision himself living without a limb. But the discovery of a program specializing in disability […]
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In the Caribbean and Latin America, 1 out of every 5 people are living in slums. These slums are also often referred to as “informal settlements” within cities. For a poverty-stricken population, the low cost of living in these neighborhoods and the chance to make […]
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Declarations of love can be romantic, over the top and sometimes cheesy. Some people are capable of taking it to the limit.
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According to some scientists, the severe drought conditions observed across most of the U.S. and northern Mexico in 2021 are forecasted to get worse in the years ahead.
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Illegal migration to the United States was on the rise during the pandemic. Michelle Begue has the story.
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The winter Olympic games of 2022 will be memorable for the U.S. Speed skating team.
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The rainforest and mountains in southern Colombia are home to stunning scenery and unique species. But for decades tourists weren’t able to go there because of the armed conflict. Now former FARC guerrillas have become tour guides and are teaching others about the land that […]
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Mexico’s COVID death toll was one of the world’s highest. And according to official data, roughly 1.5 million children lost at least one parent since March of 2020. Alasdair Baverstock reports on Mexico’s pandemic orphans.
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After months of suspended operations, cruises are making a comeback. The multi-billion-dollar industry was pummeled during the pandemic. But bookings for 2022 are already higher than in 2019. John Zarrella tells us how cruise companies and passengers are adapting to new protocols.
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He was born in California but his parents are from China. So qualifying for the Winter Olympics in Beijing was particularly personal for U.S. figure skater Vincent Zhou. His longtime dream? To win a medal in front of his grandparents from both sides of his […]
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When it comes to the Winter Games, Latin America hasn’t won any. A veteran bobsledder in Brazil hasn’t given up trying to win one, and his teammates say they’re ready for Beijing 2022.
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Shaun White has been considered by many the greatest snowboarder of all time. He has three Olympic gold medals to prove it. But the road to Beijing 2022 was not easy for him.
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While Mexico is not a country traditionally associated with winter sports, it will be sending one of its largest teams ever to Beijing 2022.
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“Luge” is the French word for “sled.” And it’s a very popular sport in the Winter Olympics.
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On the list of the 10 best restaurants in the world for 2021, two were from Peru. Maido and Central, which was also named the best restaurant in the Americas. Dan Collyns reports.
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2021 was a record year for remittances in Mexico with tens of billions wired from workers in the U.S. Alasdair Baverstock has more.
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