The 2016 Presidential Elections proved to be unpredictable as more Latino independent voters turn up in the sunny state of Florida. Independent voters are non-Democratic, non-Republican voters who will cast their ballots for a candidate regardless of his or her party alliance.
Colombian male prostitution ring whistleblower escaped kidnappers unharmed. Authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the abduction and have yet to uncover if it is linked to the prostitution scandal.
Remains of four out of 21 missing Venezuelan gold miners were found in the country’s violent southern jungle. Relatives of the victims think the government is covering up the massacre that shook the already troubled country.
U.S. President Barack Obama promises to speak about rights for Cubans with their President Raul Castro. While the goal seems far-fetched right now, the Obama administration is positive that Cuba will change for the better, especially for the middle class.
Jermone D'Ambrosio emerged victorious at Mexico’s first ever ePrix, after Brazilian racer Lucas di Grassi was disqualified. Race officials reveal that Di Grassi used a vehicle that weighs below the mandated minimum weight of 888 kilograms as the reason for the disqualification.
Hundreds of thousands of protesters flooded the streets of Brazil on Sunday to call for President Dilma Rousseff’s impeachment. However, Lula da Silva’s successor remains firm and continues to deny that she did something wrong to deserve impeachment.
Mexican racing fans are in for a treat as their country is set to host the historical fifth round of the FIA Formula E on Saturday where the Mexico City ePrix is to be launched. Free streaming is available via the Formula E YouTube Channel.
The sudden increase of Puerto Rican voters in the United States might be the determining factor on who will get Florida’s electoral vote. However, who they will be voting for remains uncertain considering that they are notorious “swing voters.”
Brazilian ex-President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva faces charges of money laundering for failing to declare luxurious assets, linking him directly to the expansive Petrobras scandal. If charged, Da Silva might bring down his successor, Dilma Rousseff, along with him.
Sick Venezuelans plead for help from Colombia’s medical facilities amid a lingering border dispute. This is despite the fact that the two governments remain at a war.
Peruvian candidates Julio Guzman and Cesar Acuna are barred from the presidential race by Peru’s electoral court. This development gave frontrunner Keiko Fujimori a more certain future in the April 10 elections.
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The recent thaw in relations with Cuba approved by United States President Barack Obama has opened many windows for trade opportunities in both countries. Cuban cigar import, however, remains limited as the United States pushes for more open trading with the country.
Brazilian court hands down 19-year imprisonment to construction magnate Marcelo Odebrecht who was found guilty of bribing Petrobras officials to gain an advantage over contracts. Politicians, including two Brazilian presidents have also been dragged into the controversy.
Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto dubbed Donald Trump as today’s “Hitler,” pitching in his opinion on Trump’s proposed U.S.-Mexico border wall. Meanwhile, the Republican primaries remain consistent with the business tycoon in the lead.
U.S. President Barack Obama is set to watch the Cuban national baseball team during his visit to Havana in March. His administration is looking for ways to cement the recent thaw in relations with Cuba via the one sport both nations love: baseball.
The United States is sending clean blood to prevent further spread of Zika virus in Puerto Rico because blood transfusion is seen as a means of transmitting the mosquito-borne virus. Request for funding has also been submitted to Congress.
Presidential bet Bernie Sanders earns support from the Democrats in Costa Rica in the recent Global Global Presidential Primary. Sanders’ position on the issue of immigration puts him front and center of Latin American attention as he promises fairer treatment for immigrants.
Venezuelan cyclist Angie González joins the country’s roster of qualified athletes for the upcoming 2016 Rio Olympic Games. She and 45 other Venezuelans will try to snag as many Olympic medals as they can in several events.
Marco Rubio wins over embattled Puerto Rico with his constant presence and promise of hope for his fellow Latin Americans. This might push him forward with a massive lead over his competitors, including Republican frontrunner Donald Trump.
Stephen King’s best-selling book series “The Dark Tower” is closer to the big screen after the author himself confirmed the casting of Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey.
Many are expecting Latino voters to make a mark in the upcoming 2016 Presidential Elections, but will they really be able to do it in the face of voting hindrances?
Brazilian law enforcers arrested Facebook’s Latin America regional vice-president after WhatsApp failed to comply with a court order demanding information from the social media company’s subsidiary.
Argentina has finally come up with an agreement with U.S. hedge funds to settle the $4.6 billion worth of bonds that left the country in a 15-year debt bout.
