A seaweed invasion is threatening Mexico’s pristine beaches and coral reefs. And tourism is taking a hit, as inhabitants and authorities look for innovative solutions to fight the ubiquitous algae.
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Costa Rica was named “Champion of the Earth” by the United Nations for fighting climate change. President Carlos Alvarado explains what is next on the country’s green agenda.
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It’s a highway that connects Alaska with Tierra del Fuego, in the Southern Cone. “Americas Now” follows a family on a two year-long road trip along the longest road in the world.
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Yalitza Aparicio made headlines for her leading role in Alfonso Cuaron’s celebrated film “Roma.” And she very nearly won an Oscar for her acting debut.
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Venezuelans relocate to Colombia according to the country’s Migration Director. Among those migrating are pregnant women.
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Angel Gurria is the head of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development or OECD. Elaine Reyes sat down with him to ask about global economy and the possibility of a global recession.
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Ecuador is not in the best shape economically. The government tried to eliminate gasoline and diesel subsidies — but it didn’t go well. After 11 days of violent protests, the government was forced to look for alternatives.
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They’re crossing over into a musical genre that some say isn’t meant to be theirs: punk-rock music. Usually dominated by Anglo-American bands, these groups are of Latino descendant.
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In the U.S., a broken immigration system has resulted in thousands of immigrants living in the country undocumented. But a new program is trying to alleviate that burden by facilitating a brief family reunion in the U.S..
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El Salvador, labeled as one of the most violent countries in Latin America, also has the highest rates of femicides in the region. With a third of its population living in extreme poverty, a high percentage of women do not have access to higher education
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Correspondent Stephen Gibbs reports on how a variety of factors are contributing to the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest.
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“Americas Now” anchor Elaine Reyes met with Brazil’s Deputy Minister of Trade Marcos Troyjo to ask him about Brazil’s exports and how being part of BRICS is contributing to the country’s economy.
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The leaders of Brazil, Russia, China, India and South Africa (BRICS) convened in Brasilia, for the 2019 BRICS Summit. “Americas Now” anchor Elaine Reyes is on location in Brazil.
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Brazil’s currency exchange rates and lower taxes have triggered a very successful luxury market. “Americas Now” Anchor Elaine Reyes went window shopping on some chic streets to check out Brazil’s luxury lifestyle.
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Panama hats are finely-woven by hand, made of straw and intended to protect those who wear them from the strong sun. But if you ever go to Panama, look up the “Pintado hat.” That is actually the hat originally from Panama. John Zarrella reports.
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A victim, whose case went public, has unintentionally become the face of the Me Too movement in Peru. Dan Collyns reports.
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Is the wall being used to push a political agenda? That’s one of the questions “Americas Now” anchor Elaine Reyes asked former Mexican ambassador to the U.S. Arturo Sarukhan
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Lack of water has also been behind the massive wave of migration from Venezuela affecting the entire South American region. Stephen Gibbs reports.
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His short films have become a hit on social media. And his goal is to take his project live and on the road across the country.
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In Uruguay the cannabis industry, from plantation to market, is growing and diversifying steadily.
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Temir Porras was chief of staff for Maduro’s government and a highly-ranked official in the Chavez administration.
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A group of environmentalists, from the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, has set out on a mission to save the vaquita. Franc Contreras travelled with them on the Sea of Cortez to report on this tangled tale.
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Mike Kirsch reports on the fear and uncertainty of those trying to leave gangs.
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Leaked text messages from ex-Governor of Puerto Rico led to his resignation.
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Americas Now recently visited one of Brazil’s most popular circles of Samba Women.
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The natives of the island, the Rapa Nui have implemented what some consider a model for sustainable development. Harris Whitbeck has the story.
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Ecuador has been significantly changing in the last two years. It made a decision to alter its economic and production model. And its investment model.
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Chef Edson Leite is bringing social transformation by promoting traditional food from the “favelas”, Brazil poorest neighborhoods. He is also training hundreds of apprentice cooks so they can spread their flavors to a wider audience.
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Many young Venezuelan women hoping for a better future in Mexico have ended up dead. Some of the cases have been linked to prostitution and human trafficking.
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Americas Now host Elaine Reyes interviews Colombia ambassador to the US Francisco Santos about his country’s strategy on the war on drugs.
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Nearly three decades ago, Panama suffered a shock as US troops deployed to outs dictator Manuel Noriega. The fact the country had to be invaded to return to democracy wounded its national pride, as correspondent John Zarrella reports.
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Check out some images of Valparaiso’s street art.
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In his studies of ancient cultures he came across thousands of musical instruments made from raw materials. It helped him see a connection between music and nature. Meet Shubert Ganchozo.
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Brazilian legend Marta Vieira da Silva is the most accomplished footballer in the world.
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The “Me Too” spread around the world and brought sweeping change especially in Mexico. Correspondent Lara Rodriguez reports.
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In Washington, D.C. Americas Now had the chance to go to an art exhibit featuring one of the longest murals in the world. It took 400 brushes and 900 pounds of paint to make. Our Urban Voice is Uruguayan artist – Carlos Paez Vilaro.
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Migrants leave without knowing if they will ever make it to their destination. Some get detained; some get discouraged and go back, while others lose their lives trying to cross the border. Nitza Soledad Perez reports.
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Dan Williams traveled extensively along both sides of the border in order to speak to those whose lives have been impacted by “the wall.”
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At one point Havana was home to the largest Chinatown in Latin America.
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U.S. farmers who depend on migrants as “guest workers” for their harvest are facing considerable financial losses. It’s the result of migrants being detained and deported at the U.S. – Mexican border. Mike Kirsch reports.
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Blast fishing is a form of fishing in which explosives are used to increase a fisherman’s catch. Meet Our Game Changer Yassandra Barrios.
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Our featured artist was born into a family who left a mark in the world of music. Pedro Capo is our Urban Voice.
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In Colombia, where many Venezuelans relocated to flee their country’s economic crisis, artists set up stalls to sell their creations made from the colorful banknotes.
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Extreme weather conditions cause many threatening situations across the globe. Intense forest fires have consumed tens of thousands of hectares throughout Chile. Harris Whitbeck reports.
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In Peru, the potato was cultivated during the Inca Empire for thousands of years. Today it’s grown almost everywhere and considered a top food staple along with rice, corn and wheat. Dan Collyns reports from the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
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In Colombia, one community of former guerrillas is using the skills they acquired in the jungle as tailors – making uniforms and tents – to launch a new enterprise. And their business is taking off. Our Game Changer is Andres Zuluaga.
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Coming in all shapes and sizes, party guests take turns hitting the pinata with a stick in order to break it open and grab the candies and gifts hidden inside. Meet our Urban Voice, Dalton Ramirez.
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Macaws are a vibrant diversion to residents whose lives have lost luster from Venezuela’s economic crisis.
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Sao Paulo, Brazil has the highest number of Uber users worldwide. But there are certain areas in Brazil’s biggest city where the ride-sharing service refuses to go.
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The group of elderly musicians who recorded the album included Francisco Repilado, also known as Compay Segundo. His son has carried on his legacy since Francisco’s death in 2003.
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