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- Violent crime declines in Mexico
Violence and crime have fallen in 26 of the 32 Mexican states since 2012, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP).
- Can Brazil's Valongo Wharf slavery memorial spark a new conversation?
Slavery ended almost 127 years ago in Brazil. Rio de Janeiro is working to create a new memorial that goes beyond the expected, emphasizing connections between the African continent and Brazil.
What does firing of well-known journalist mean for Mexico?Carmen Aristegui exposed numerous high-profile scandals and had a radio listenership in the millions.
Brazil protests: Do calls for Rousseff impeachment signal progress?The rallying of hundreds of thousands of people could be a sign that Brazil's democracy is hitting its stride.
Torture 'generalized' in Mexico: UN's top recommendations to stop itFrom abolishing a law that allows suspects to be held for 80 days without formal charges to improving medical exams on suspected victims of torture, the UN urges Mexico to combat 'disturbing' levels of impunity around torture.
Central America face-off? Panama gears up for possible rival canalIn late December, Nicaragua inaugurated work on what it says will be a waterway able to handle the world’s largest ships passing between the Atlantic and the Pacific. The project comes as Panama doubles its own canal's capacity.
Maduro incensed over US sanctions against VenezuelaPresident Obama singled out seven Venezuelan officials for human right violations and corruption.
Notes from a Venezuelan supermarket: Is it all empty shelves and long lines?There's food - it just may not be what shoppers need.
FocusWhere's the beef? How Argentina humbled a once-mighty economy.A murder mystery in Argentina, a country that a century ago rivaled the US as the richest in the Americas, has spotlighted its political and economic missteps. This year's elections could offer an alternative path.
What ex-general wants to teach Honduras policeWhen Ret. Gen. Pacheco was appointed Honduras' new minister of security, many feared a militarization of the police. A few months into the job, Pacheco says this could be the turning point for violence and crime in Honduras.
Mexico decapitates Knights Templar, but the narco-networks remainTwo recent arrests of drug kingpins were welcomed by embattled President Enrique Peña Nieto. But Mexico's history is of allowing drug empires to survive the deaths of their leaders.
Is Ecuador's Correa blurring the lines between religion and politics?Ecuador has made great strides in reducing teen pregnancies. But a presidential appointee to run the initiative signals a more conservative approach.
Zetas drug cartel leader arrested, Mexican official saysOmar Trevino Morales was arrested in a pre-dawn raid in San Pedro Garza Garcia, a wealthy suburb of the northern city of Monterrey.
- Canadian pastor detained on most recent aid trip to North Korea
The Rev. Hyeon Soo Lim has visited the North more than 100 times. His plan this time was to help orphanages and a nursing facility.
Thousands flee as Chilean volcano eruptsChilean authorities had issued an orange alert on Monday because of increased activity at the volcano.
Police capture Mexico's most-wanted drug lord 'La Tuta' Gomez'La Tuta' Gomez, a former school teacher and head of the Knights Templar, was captured early Friday by federal police, according to Mexican officials.
Did you find the Easter egg made of tamales in Oscar front-runner 'Birdman'?The director of Birdman hid a piece of Mexico City in New York's Times Square during the filming.
Argentina braces for massive 'silent' march to protest prosecutor's deathOne month after public prosecutor Alberto Nisman was found dead in his home, thousands plan to turn out in anger over the lack of progress in the case. Mr. Nisman died the day before testifying against the government in a 1994 case.
Fahmy bailed out: What more can Canada do to bring him home?Mohamed Fahmy, a Canadian journalist imprisoned for more than 400 days on 'terrorism' charges, has posted bail today pending a retrial. His family says that Canada's prime minister should do more to free him.
Canadian court strikes down niqab ban for new citizensThe full Saudi-style niqab, or face veil, will now be allowed to be worn by immigrants taking the Canadian oath of citizenship.
