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'Poolside' art dives into Mexico City's untidy transformationSeventy years ago, Club Condesa was a women's-only swim club. Today, it's a temporary home to 50 artists' work, trying to spark conversation about the city's constant growth and change – and what gets erased in the process.
First LookCentral America's 'Dry Corridor' triggers massive US migrationFood shortages in drought-prone Central America have caused mass migration, north to the United States. Increased food and water shortages in the "Dry Corridor" running through the continent are linked to climate change.
At slavery-era sites in Rio, app unearths an uneasy historyFor years, many Brazilians have argued that the country's story of slavery is buried out of sight – literally, in Rio de Janeiro, once home to the Americas' biggest slave port. The Museum of Yesterday, an augmented reality app, tries to put that history in users' hands.
Ditching coca for other crops, Colombia's farmers ask: Where do we sell?Crop substitution aims to swap out the crop that funded rebels' decades-long fight with the government. But farmers say lasting success will take more than new seeds: new infrastructure, better public services, and tackling the root causes of the conflict.
Facing elections in Venezuela’s new normal, opposition asks: Do we want in?As Venezuelan politicians prepare for long-delayed gubernatorial elections, some opposition members have argued that their participation would validate the increasingly undemocratic government. But memories of a backfiring boycott in 2005 have hung over the decision.
First LookMassive harvests of corn, soybeans pose storage problem in BrazilFrom Iowa to China, years of bumper crops and low prices have overwhelmed storage capacity for corn, wheat, and other basic foodstuffs.
First LookA new voice finds expression in Cuba: graffiti artistsCuban artists are making pointed social critiques through their public designs, pioneering an art form on the island that is slowly opening itself up to international influences.
Mothers caught up in El Salvador's abortion ban put focus on familiesThe Latin American country has one of the world's strictest laws against abortion, and dozens of women say they were wrongly jailed after suffering miscarriages. As El Salvador debates loosening the ban, they're trying to change the conversation.
The ExplainerConstituent Assembly: Why Venezuela voted, and why it mattersEconomic and political crises have continued escalating throughout months-long protests – a situation President Nicolás Maduro says can only be fixed with a new assembly, and a new constitution. Critics call it a final turning point away from democracy.
First LookVenezuela government claims popular mandate and a new political systemVenezuela has elected to create a constitutional assembly that some worry would give undue authority to President Nicholas Maduro.
With crucial vote looming, Venezuelans hear clarion call to civic actionA July 30 vote will elect an assembly to rewrite the constitution – a plan citizens have not approved, and that critics call a power grab. As the deadline looms, many are doubling down on the democratic channels that remain to express their discontent.
Shawarma – São Paulo-style? Syrian refugees expand Brazilian palatesMany of the refugees and immigrants in Brazil's largest city never expected to own restaurants – or even to wind up here. But today, they're broadening the country's culinary landscape, already diversified through decades of immigration.
First LookOver 7 million vote in Venezuelan referendum, tensions escalateVenezuelan President Maduro wants to rewrite the constitution in support of his government, a move the opposition says would allow the president to eliminate the few remaining checks on his power.
First LookMexico industry explores NAFTA changes to address Trump's objectionsMr. Trump has threatened to ditch NAFTA if he cannot rework it to the benefit of the US, arguing it has fueled a trade deficit with Mexico and cost thousands of US jobs.
First LookBrazilian graft probe convicts high-profile ex-president SilvaFormer President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was the biggest victim yet of 'Operation Car Wash' – the country’s widespread graft investigation – when he was sentenced Wednesday to nearly 10 years in prison.
Watching freedom of the press erode, Venezuela's journalists get innovativeGovernment influence and self-censorship have increased over the past two decades. But amid Venezuela's political and economic crises, public demonstrations have served as a rallying call against misinformation.
First LookMore families fleeing Central America leads to rise in refugee resettlement in MexicoA growing number of refugees from Central America seek asylum in Mexico instead of the United States, which many now see as increasingly hostile and unwelcoming.
Together in 'The Bunkers,' deported US veterans forge new paths and purpose'At the very least, we can let them know they aren't alone,' says Iván Ocon, a co-director of a support center in Juarez, Mexico for veterans deported from the US. 'We can make the nightmare a little less scary.'
FocusAs US pulls back from world, Canada steps up to fill the gapAlmost since its founding 150 years ago, Canada has built a reputation for forging consensus, particularly on the international stage. And as Washington withdraws from the global community, Justin Trudeau is doubling down on Canada's values.
Mexico takes lead to rein in Venezuela – and sends message to voters at homeMexico has led regional efforts to bring mounting crises under President Nicolás Maduro to a close. But some of its motives stem from its own domestic issues, including an upcoming presidential race.
