Americas Now

Food insecurity in the United States

August 12, 2018

Conflict and crime in Colombia spread into Ecuador

It’s a shock to Ecuador, a country long considered an oasis of calm in South America. Correspondent Toby Muse traveled to the region to report on what’s behind the increase in crime.

August 12, 2018

An interview with China’s new ambassador to Chile – Xu Bu

A new Chinese ambassador has been sent to Chile. His name is Xu Bu and he sat down to speak with Correspondent Joel Richards in Santiago.

August 5, 2018

A chef who comforts victims of natural disaster with comfort “food”

Natural disasters make access to meals difficult and in some cases almost impossible. One chef has made it his mission to feed all of them. Meet our Game Changer Chef Jose Andres.

August 5, 2018

A Nobel Prize-winning chemist shares his studies with the world

Dr. Molina is widely known for convincing world leaders back in the 1980’s to stop chemical pollutants from destroying the ozone layer.

August 5, 2018

Residents rise up in protest in cash-strapped Nicaragua

Nicaragua had stood out for its growing economy and safe environment in recent years, but all of that has changed recently as the economy tanked and social problems surfaced.

July 27, 2018

Necropolis Cristobal Colon in Cuba is a national monument

The graveyard is also one of the largest in the Americas and filled with marble figures and spiritual symbols.

July 27, 2018

Millennials in Cuba connect the past, present and future

The young people of Cuba are some of the most educated in the world. Many have more than one college degree. Correspondent Michael Voss sat down with some of them to ask them about their lives and the challenges ahead.

July 27, 2018

A prestigious film school in Cuba puts a focus on international cultures

More than 700 students from at least 50 different countries have graduated from the school. Many of their works have received awards at various international film festivals.

July 27, 2018

A conversation about changes to Cuba’s constitution with James Early

Cuba’s National Assembly agreed on changes to its Constitution this week. It updates the version that was approved back in 1976. Here’s a discussion on the changes.

July 27, 2018

“Repatriados” move back to Cuba after economic changes

Thousands of Cubans living outside the country have returned home to Cuba since 2016. Correspondent Michelle Begue tells us about the economic policies that brought them back.

July 22, 2018

Is the creation of a complete wall between the U.S. and Mexico possible?

Illegal immigration occurs on a daily basis in south Texas. Many residents favor President Trump’s proposed wall even though its construction would be life-altering. Correspondent Alasdair Baverstock took a closer look from beside the wall itself.

July 22, 2018

Plastic waste disposal creates conflict in Central America

The disposal of trash, particularly plastics, has been an issue in Latin America for decades. But in Central America’s Northern Triangle, it has become a matter of tension between Guatemala and Honduras. Correspondent Harris Whitbeck explains.

July 22, 2018

An innovative replacement for the wood-burning stove

Our Game Changer on “Americas Now” invented a clean alternative for cooking. It’s called the Glatt Stove.

July 22, 2018

World’s largest Bachata Festival in Washington, DC

In Washington, DC a young couple have been introducing the Bachata dance to a new audience. For our Urban Voice segment meet the founders of DCBX Lee Smith and Kat Smith.

July 22, 2018

Dune surfing in Peru can be a wild ride

Outside of Lima, Peru is an impressive example of the country’s coastal desert. Adventure sport enthusiasts use it for sand-boarding.

July 15, 2018

Celebrating the fifteenth birthday of some special senoritas

In Latin America, a girl’s fifteenth birthday is considered a momentous occasion. The country’s National Police Department has been arranging “Sweet 15” birthday parties for girls who come from disadvantaged backgrounds.

July 15, 2018

An Argentine knife maker whose blades are a work of art

Our “Urban Voice” is knife master and bladesmith Guillermo Mendoza.

July 15, 2018

A magical tree that grows in Colombia

It’s nicknamed “The Magic Tree” because its nutritious fruit has many uses and its sap possesses medicinal qualities.

July 15, 2018

Examining the identity of Chinese residents in the Dominican Republic

People of Chinese descent have been relocating to the DR in waves since the mid-1800’s. In the mid-2000’s the capital, Santo Domingo, officially launched the nation’s first “Chinatown.”

July 15, 2018

Honduras outlaws child marriage but it could be a cultural challenge

One of the countries with the highest rates of underage marriage has been Honduras. But in 2017 lawmakers passed a landmark ruling which raised the marital age from 16 to 18. Correspondent Harris Whitbeck reports.

July 15, 2018

A conversation with President of Panama Juan Carlos Varela

“Americas Now” anchor Elaine Reyes had the opportunity to sit down with President Varela. They discussed Panama-China relations and Latin America’s current political and economic situation.

July 8, 2018

Peru cuts childhood malnutrition rate in half

Peru is becoming a global example in the fight against chronic childhood malnutrition.

July 8, 2018

A green desert found along the coast of Peru

The melting of Andean glaciers has turned this area into lush farmland along with the help of an $825 million dollar irrigation project that covers 40,000 hectares.

July 8, 2018

An art form inspired by music and transformed onto murals

Chicha art came along reflecting the music with bright colors of the country’s social history. Our Urban Voice is one of the pioneers of that art form once deemed uncultured.

July 8, 2018

Pisco: The national drink of Peru and Chile

Peru is the world’s largest producer of Pisco, a brandy-like spirit distilled from grapes.

July 8, 2018

Fountains dedicated to Peru’s war veterans create a spectacle

It’s in the historic “Parque de la Reserva” or “Reserve Park” and it’s one of Peru’s most-visited tourist attractions.

June 24, 2018

Roberto Saporiti recalls Argentina’s 1978 World Cup win

In 1978 Argentina hosted a World Cup that was shrouded in controversy. hat journey to glory is now told for “Americas Now” by a member of the team’s coaching staff Roberto Saporiti.

June 24, 2018

Kids living in Tijuana are going to school in the United States

Some U.S.-born children living in Mexico now cross the border into the U.S. each day to continue their education.

June 24, 2018

Migrant caravan from Latin America faces an uncertain future in U.S.

Migration remains one of President Donald Trump’s political pressure points, as he promises to crack down on illegal immigration like never before.

June 24, 2018

A new airport creates controversy in Mexico

Mexico’s outgoing President Enrique Pena Nieto is building what he claims will be the world’s most sustainable airport on the outskirts of Mexico City.

June 17, 2018

Guatemala’s “Volcano of Fire” covers entire communities in ash

Guatemala is part of a zone known as “The Ring of Fire” – a seismically- active region in which both earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are frequent.

June 17, 2018

Colombian families still search for loved ones after an eruption in 1985

Colombia’s Nevado de Ruiz brought on devastation in 1985 when it unleashed a flood of lava and mud that engulfed the town of Armero. Correspondent Michelle Begue has the story.

June 17, 2018

A survivor of domestic violence regains her identity with graffiti art

A rising star known as “Brazil’s Graffiti Queen”, was once a victim of domestic violence. Meet our Game Changer Panmela Castro.

June 13, 2018

This Week On Americas Now: Volcano Catastrophe

he violent eruption of Guatemala’s “Volcano of Fire” has left hundreds dead, injured and missing.

June 10, 2018

FIFA Corruption Scandal plays out in U.S. courts

The 2022 World Cup is scheduled to be played in Qatar. It’s the first time an Arab nation will host the games. Despite the FIFA Corruption Scandal there have been no plans announced to alter the location for 2022.

June 10, 2018

World Cup fever in Peru unites the country

It hasn’t been since 1982 that Peru’s national team has played in the World Cup. The euphoria of loyal fans has led to retail madness as sales of football jerseys and wide-screen tv’s have hit record levels. Dan Collyns reports on the football fever.

June 10, 2018

Venezuela’s under-17 women’s football team defies expectations

Venezuelan society didn’t pay much attention to female football teams. That quickly changed in 2016 when the country’s under-17 women’s national team surpassed all expectations. Correspondent Stephen Gibbs tells us more about their tale of triumph.

May 27, 2018

Remittances from relatives abroad are a lifeline for Haitians

Two-thirds of migrants from Latin America live in the United States. One of the countries that receives the most is Haiti, where the money accounts for almost 35 % of the GDP. Correspondent John Zarrella reports.

May 27, 2018

Cosmetic surgery can come at a high cost in Colombia

The pressure to attain the perfect face or body has led to a booming plastic surgery industry. Correspondent Michelle Begue reports from Bogota on some plastic surgeries that have gone wrong.

May 27, 2018

A conversation about the effect of remittance money on Latin America

These “money transfers” are known as “remittances.” And for countries in Latin America they can amount to billions of dollars each year.

May 27, 2018

A museum in Guatemala that teaches kids the importance of birds

Lake Atitlan in Guatemala has become such a popular destination for bird watchers, the region has seen an increase in local residents becoming bird guides.

May 27, 2018

A restaurant owner from Mexico provides nourishment to those in need

San Juan Cosala, a small village in Mexico, attracts a lot of North American retirees. About 30 years ago a couple set up a program called Operation Feed to provide nourishment to the poorest families in the area.

May 18, 2018

A human-trafficking hero helps other victims heal

Our Game Changer on “Americas Now” is an activist from Buenos Aires who was forced into prostitution. She currently works at a university organizing events and giving speeches about her experience.

May 18, 2018

Porfi Baloa breaks the mold of Salsa music

In Venezuela a young boy lived through a musical boom. Porfi Baloa grew up to become a Salsa icon and took the genre to a whole new level.

May 18, 2018

Chile creates marine parks to protect its ocean

Before Chilean President Michelle Bachelet left office in 2018, she signed into law protections for several areas of land and ocean.

May 18, 2018

Returning migrants from the U.S. may bring a big boost to Mexico’s tech sector

Part of U.S. President Donald Trumps’ “get-tough” policy is expected to include more deportations of undocumented citizens to their home countries. Mexico is one of the nations that might face the largest number of returnees. Harris Whitbeck reports.

May 18, 2018

An interview with Bolivian President Evo Morales

“Americas Now” anchor Elaine Reyes had the rare opportunity to sit down with Bolivian President Morales. He looks back at the past and answers questions about Bolivia’s future.

May 17, 2018

This Week On Americas Now: Tech-Mex

Mexico could face a large number of returning migrants if they are deported from the U.S.

May 6, 2018

An interview with Peru’s Vice President Mercedes Araoz

The resignation of Peruvian President Kuczynski over graft allegations resulted in political turmoil that turned the country’s government upside down.

May 6, 2018

Inadequate protection of children leads to abuse in Guatemala

A fire exposed a disturbing reality about the Guatemala’s youth. Correspondent Harris Whitbeck tells us more about the country’s kids at risk.

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