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UN Suggests Access to Contraception and Abortion to Countries Affected by Zika Virus

The UN has stepped in on the issue of the Zika epidemic in Latin America and has urged affected countries to adapt abortion on infected women.

How Latin America Celebrates Chinese New Year 2016

For most people in the world, the New Year has already been celebrated and welcomed on Jan. 1 but for many members of the fast-growing Asian demographic, the so-called Chinese New Year came on Feb. 8.

Taxi Drivers in Japan Claim to Have 'Ghost Passengers' in Tsunami-Hit Areas

Japanese Taxi Drivers are claiming to experienced having "ghost passengers" in the city of Ishinomaki in Miyagi. The prefecture is one of the devastated areas hit by the March 2011 9.0 magnitude earthquake that triggered a tsunami that killed more than 18,000 people.

Paleobotanists Discover Preserved Prehistoric Butterfly Fossils

Paleobotanists have discovered preserved prehistoric butterfly fossils from two digging sites in Asia which looks quite similar to the modern winged-insects. The butterfly is called kalligrammatid lacewings or Oregramma illecebrosa that lived more than 120 million years ago during the Mesozoic Era.

Ride the Waves: Top 4 Surfing Sites in South America

There are lots of tourist spots in South America and among the most favorite destinations are the beaches. Aside from the usual swimming and diving, travelers come to the region with their surf boards because of the great surfing spots across the territory.

Amanda Judge Talks About How Her ‘Poverty Reduction Business’ Has Grown Into a ‘Fashion Business’

It was after college that the 26-year-old Amanda Judge wanted to start something new in life, something that could make her happy. With a desire to create a positive impact on the world, she left the U.S. and flew to Latin America to find inspiration.

Lorena Lopez: How This Latina ‘Connects Latin America to the World’

Latin America, with the countries' advancements in technology and abundance of its resources, is considered to be one of the perfect grounds for many different business opportunities around the globe. Lorena Lopez saw how Latin America could become an asset in the business field so she took advantage of it.

Chilean Court Orders Pablo Neruda’s Exhumed Remains Back to His Tomb

One of the world’s most celebrated poets, Pablo Neruda, is coming home. Neruda’s remains, which were exhumed to help determine his cause of death, have been ordered back to the poet’s tomb by a Chilean court on Wednesday.

4 Places in Peru Every Traveler Should Visit

One of the things that capture the hearts of the travelers are the locals, and their enthusiasm to share the beauty of the country and their local culture.

Ryan Murphy Looks Into Diversity in Hollywood

Television screenwriter, director and producer Ryan Murphy is reportedly doubling up his efforts to make the TV and film industry more open to diversity, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. In light of the recent Oscars which only nominated and awarded White actors and filmmakers, Murphy reveals that he will review diversity in Hollywood, the publication adds.

Latin Caribbean Cuisine Restaurant Soon to Open in Brewer

An authentic Latin Caribbean cuisine that delivers the Cubano menu called A Taste of Sunshine in Maine will open in Brewer this Saturday at 11 a.m.

Nicole Lovell Case Update: Official Says Her Death Was Carefully Planned

Natalie Keepers and David Eisenhauer, Virginia Tech students, allegedly planned the crime to abduct and kill Nicole Lovell in late January at the Cook Out, a fast-food chain restaurant, in Blacksburg, Virginia, authorities said Thursday, February 4.

Latin America: Home of the World’s Most Miserable Economies? Venezuela, Argentina Show High Misery Indexes

Due to enormous political tension, power struggles, soaring inflation as well as falling currencies and commodities in Latin America, several countries across the region have been listed with high misery indexes.

5 Crisis-Resistant Tips for Launching Startup Business in Latin America

Launching a startup business is oftentimes challenging and terrifying, especially in a tough economic environment. But experts are sharing some crisis-resistant tips for growing and scaling a startup on a foreign soil.

Zika Update: Indian Biotech Firm Develops Two Possible Vaccines

Two vaccines which can be used as an immunization against Zika virus were developed by an Indian biotechnology company, according to scientists.

5 Latin American Traditions to Make Valentine’s Day More Romantic

Valentine’s Day is the time of the year when most people are in the mood for expressing their utmost affections. For couples, it is usually a time to celebrate their blissful relationships and as for hopeless romantics, it might be a perfect time to find “The One,” with cupid’s luck.

Martha Debayle and How Her Multimedia Empire Helps Mexican Mothers in Prenatal Health, Parenting

Being a mother is one of the toughest jobs in the world. That's why most of the time soon-to-be moms end up clueless about how to perfectly do this "special job." That's what urged Martha Debayle to start her own multimedia empire. The BBMundo, or Baby World when translated, became the answer to her frustration when she experienced the stress of being a mother for the first time for herself.

The Best Things to Do While in Costa Rica

Many tourists find Costa Rica to be an impressive country. People who have already been here cannot forget their experience because the place is simply full of beautiful sceneries and the trip was never boring for the loads of things to do while on vacation.

4 Haunted Places to Visit in Colombia

Colombia may be one of the most beautiful countries in Latin America, but it does not eliminate the fact the country is filled with heart-stopping ghost stories.

Valeria Pasmanter and How Her Startup Helps Foreigners Find Rooms in Argentina

Finding a place to stay in Argentina is not just stressing but also dangerous. That's why most of the foreigners who had visited the place would often complain about their demoralizing experiences, but Valesia Pasmanter has a way to help them out.
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