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Panama Faces Uncertain Election Amid Corruption and Crisis

Tico Times - May 2, 2024

Guatemala

Guatemala’s Arévalo Slams Corrupt Elite on Labor Day

Latin America

Panama’s Roux Vows to End Corruption in Campaign Close

El Salvador

The Implications of El Salvador’s Reforms

El Salvador

El Salvador’s “War” on Gangs Successful, Minister Claims

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The "parallel state" created by the gangs in El Salvador was destroyed with the "war" of President Nayib Bukele, but the state of exception...

Brazil

The Rise of Brazilian Funk: Anitta, Beyoncé, and Beyond

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From Anitta to Beyoncé, through exhibitions and artistic residencies, funk has left the favelas of Rio to become a global phenomenon. However, prejudices still...

Latin America

Nicaragua Cancels Legal Status of 15 More NGOs

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On Tuesday, Nicaragua canceled the legal status of 15 more NGOs, including a foundation of the now-defunct Guardabarranco duo, which was part of the...

Brazil

AI to the Rescue: Saving Brazil’s Wildlife from Roadkill

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In Brazil, where about 16 wild animals become roadkill every second, a computer scientist has come up with a futuristic solution to this everyday...

Latin America

Nicaragua, Russia Reject US & EU Sanctions

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Russia and Nicaragua signed a declaration on Monday rejecting sanctions from the United States and the European Union and are seeking measures to "counteract,...

Guatemala

Guatemala’s New President Faces Uphill Battle

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After winning the presidency of Guatemala with the promise of a head-on fight against corruption, Bernardo Arévalo completes 100 days in power this Tuesday...