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In Winnipeg, Bear Clan Patrol is keeping Indigenous women saferThe Bear Clan Patrol is taking to the streets of Winnipeg to help at-risk locals and fight violence toward Indigenous women and girls in Canada.
‘Stop fighting Mother Nature.’ How farmers adapt to extreme weather.With scientists forecasting extreme weather as a new normal, farmers are looking to regenerative practices that can build resilience into their soil.
First LookBlue Origin flight spotlights international, diverse crewKatya Echazarreta will become the first Mexican woman in space on Saturday as a passenger sponsored by the nonprofit Space for Humanity. She joins a diverse international crew for a 10-minute flight launched by Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin.
Cover StoryIn Latin America, China steps in where US has stepped outBeijing is dramatically expanding its footprint in Latin America, seeking everything from lithium to pork. It is nudging aside the U.S. as it does.
FocusIn Winnipeg, a vacant store is a symbol of Indigenous renewalThe Hudson’s Bay Co. was a colonial power in Canada. Now, First Nations plan to turn its flagship Winnipeg store into a force for renewal.
How to stay safe on the migrant trail? Read a newspaper.Migrants seeking advice on where to find safe shelter, good legal advice, or a square meal can turn to websites and newspapers designed for them.
Can Francia Márquez give voice to Colombia’s forgotten?Colombians head to the polls this weekend to vote for a new president. But it’s an atypical vice presidential candidate who is rallying many to vote.
First LookCanada follows US lead, bans use of Huawei tech in 5G networksOn Thursday, Canada banned wireless carriers from using equipment from Chinese technology company Huawei in 5G networks. The ban mimics those by the U.S. and other allies, who say using Huawei equipment increases vulnerability to cyber espionage from China.
Chile tests its young leader. Can he be a model for Latin America?Leading from the middle sounds pragmatic. But in a divided society, every compromise can feel like betrayal, and Chile’s new leftist president is plummeting in the polls.
Will US extend speedy Ukrainian refugee welcome to others?Ukrainian refugees have jumped the line in which other asylum-seekers are stuck at the U.S. border, but in the long run that might help Central Americans.
Can Brazil stamp out fake news ahead of presidential elections?Fake news is rampant in Brazil. But attempts at halting the spread are now coming from many directions, including grassroots groups and the Supreme Court.
How protectionism blocks food crisis solutions: The case of ArgentinaFarmers need to sell produce. Hungry people need to eat. Farmers’ self-interest and the common good intersect. But amid a global food crisis, protectionism creates a hurdle.
Sowing justice: When farming is about more than foodIn Toronto, a growing Black food sovereignty movement takes a fresh approach to food security that emphasizes empowerment rather than charity.
First LookHonduras ex-president extradited to US on drug trafficking chargesOn Thursday, former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández was extradited to the U.S. where he will face drug trafficking and weapons charges. Mr. Hernández, who governed from January 2014 to January 2022, was arrested in Tegucigalpa in February.
First LookAs food prices skyrocket, Peruvians turn to 'common pots'With inflation surging across the country, the poor in Peru are unable to afford food and fuel. In the shantytown of Ciudad de Gosen, people come together to cook in “common pots” and share resources to help keep neighbors from going hungry.
Mexican president survives recall: Democracy at work or populist stunt?When Mexico carried out a presidential recall vote, it seemed to ensure that its young democracy was being protected. But could it also serve as a tool of power?
First LookOver 1 million without power in Puerto Rico. What’s happening?On Thursday, a fire at a power plant in Puerto Rico left over a million people without electricity. The incident exacerbated citizens’ concerns about the state of the electric grid, which has suffered from disrepair since Hurricane Maria in 2017.
First LookCosta Rica picks a new president. Can he restore public trust?On Sunday, conservative economist Rodrigo Chaves beat out former president José Figueres Ferrer in a runoff vote, becoming the next president of Costa Rica. The election, however, saw low voter turnout after a campaign season steeped in personal attacks.
A Guatemalan judge’s flight into exile signals trouble for USA setback for judicial independence in Guatemala reveals the limits of U.S. influence in Central America, as the region slides toward authoritarianism.
First LookRocky start: Peru's president survives second impeachment pushEver since Peru’s President Pedro Castillo took office in July, the former teacher has faced an uphill political battle. While Mr. Castillo survived the latest impeachment attempt, his task now is to restore public trust and mend a fractured Congress.
