All Americas
Venezuela: where used car salesmen are king?Currency shortages and insufficient car supplies mean in some cases used cars sell for more than new ones. Venezuela's National Assembly has sought to throw the brakes on soaring car costs.
Mexico's storms: Should governments put emphasis on climate change prevention?The destruction from the severe weather double whammy that pounded Mexico sparks questions about whether there could've been more advance preparations.
Some 30 suitcases of cocaine seized from Venezuela - France flight.Venezuela arrested three low-level military officials after more than a ton of cocaine was found on a flight from Venezuela. The US has long accused military officials there of involvement in trafficking.
Two snubs for Washington? Brazil to deliver strong words at UNAfter canceling a US state visit over NSA spying, Brazil's Dilma Rousseff will make a speech at the UN General Assembly. She is expected to touch on sensitive topics of sovereignty and privacy.
Why Peru's mayors now say: You may (all) kiss your bridesAs Peru's economy grows, group celebrations where hundreds of couples get married at once are everywhere. Local governments are promoting the economic and social benefits of marriage.
Mexico floods: quick response, not enough disaster preventionMexican soldiers have been lauded for their response after hurricanes Ingrid and Manuel caused flooding and mudslides. But can Mexico do more to prepare for disasters?
How the pope's statements on abortion, gays reflect his Latin American rootsPope Francis has drawn on his experience as cardinal in Latin America in calling for a more welcoming church.
Mexico storms strand thousands of tourists, with no reprieve in sightHurricane Ingrid on the Gulf coast and Hurricane Manuel on the Pacific have slammed Mexico, causing flooding and mudslides that have killed at least 80 people. More rain is expected.
Will NSA spying push Brazil toward 'anti-imperialist' neighbors?Which path Brazil's Dilma Rousseff takes - rescheduling the US state visit or skipping - could make a splash at home and abroad.
Brazil cancels US state dinner over spying, steps up surveillance at homeAngered over allegations of US spying in Brazil, President Rousseff canceled her state visit this week. Her government also launched a 'big brother' style domestic surveillance program.
Can Colombia really return lost land to owners displaced by conflict?Scores of people have died or been threatened after returning to their land under Colombia's banner land restitution program, according to a Human Rights Watch report released today.
What was behind Venezuela's deadly oil refinery explosion?One year after Venezuela's Amuay Refinery explosion the government points to foul play, while critics say state-run oil company is deteriorating.
- After concessions, Brazil's giant goes back to sleep
Protests rocked Brazil in June. But since then, the government has made concessions that have quieted the streets.
Will Mexico's soccer team and economy both fall short of goals?Mexico's economic reform effort may be echoing its soccer team's World Cup bid – paved with possibility at the outset, but now faltering.
Uruguay marijuana bill slowly gains public supportThe bill is far from majority approval, but if support continues to grow and it passes, this could provide an important look at how marijuana legalization impacts organized crime.
Will Mexico's soda tax curb obesity?President Peña Nieto proposed a tax on sugary drinks in Mexico, host to the world's highest obesity rate and largest per capita consumption of Coca-Cola beverages.
Venezuela says 'adios' to the Inter-American Court of Human RightsPresident Maduro said the decision to leave the court is 'fair and just,' despite claims that it violates the country's Constitution.
Honduras elections: What would the leading candidate's policies look like?Presidential candidate Xiomara Castro envisions a 'new Honduras,' recalling initiatives of her husband, ousted former President Manuel Zelaya, like convening a constitutional assembly.
- 40 years later, Chile struggles with legacy of Pinochet coup
A pledge not to repeat history isn't enough for some in Chile.
FocusEl Salvador: buried treasure or fool's gold?Latin America's mixed feelings about its mineral wealth.
