Venezuela

Latin America News: Daughters of Late Hugo Chávez Live in Official Venezuela Presidential Residence Instead of President Nicolás Maduro

The daughters of the late former Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez are still living in the presidential residence of La Casona in Caracas, despite there being a new president, Nicolás Maduro, in charge.

Chinese President Xi Jinping Signs Oil Deal With Venezuela

Chinese President Xi Jinping signed an oil deal with Venezuela while on a Latin American tour this week.

China & Venezuela Oil Deal: Nations Make Agreement to Send $4 Billion Line of Credit to Venezuela; China Gets Oil in Exchange

Oil and mineral deals include a $4 billion credit line in exchange for Venezuelan oil In a recent stop on his news-making Latin American tour, Chinese President Xi Jinping signed a number of oil and mineral deals with Venezuela, according to a BBC report.

Four Arrested in Connection to Venezuelan Mayor Stabbing

A Venezuelan oppositon leader and mayor was stabbed in his home Sunday; Four suspects were arrested today. Motive appears not to be political and suspects are quite young in comparison to the mayor.

La Vida Bohème Releases New 'Flamingo' Video with 'Spooky, Walt Disney-Inspired' Animation by Gorillaz Artists

Latin alternative, indie band La Vida Bohème, who hails from Caracas, Venezuela, has wowed the world with its punk-rock, political and thought-provoking lyrics. Now the popular band is getting animated with the release of its new video for the song "Flamingo" off of their Latin Grammy nominated album, "Nuestra."

Panama News & Election: Juan Carlos Varela Sworn in as President, Promises to Reduce Crime

President Varela gives gangs one month to put down their arms Juan Carlos Varela on Tuesday was sworn in as president of Panama in the capital city's soccer stadium, in front of thousands of his new constituents, according to a report from Fox News.

Current World News: Venezuela Medical Federation Wants Government Security in Hospitals Amid Growing Homicide Rates

On Tuesday Venezuela's medical federation (FMV) said that the government should provide security in hospitals. The demand came after two people were killed at a medical center on Sunday.

Current World News: Venezuela Suffers Beauty Personal Care Products Shortage; Shampoo, Deodorant Especially Scarce

Venezuela is reportedly suffering from a shortage of beauty supply products. Venezuela is reportedly suffering from a shortage of beauty supply products.

'Jersey Boys' Star John Lloyd Young Sings in Spanish, Talks Inspiration and Time in Venezuela, Spain [Exclusive Video]

"Who loves you, pretty baby?" For Tony and Grammy Award-winning actor John Lloyd Young, it's Broadway, where he's seen his name in lights and where he's emulated The Four Seasons' Frankie Valli in "Jersey Boys" — one of the most exhilarating feelings for a talented thespian dedicated to his craft.

American Airlines Tickets, Routes, and Fares: Airline to Suspend Majority of Flights to Venezuela

American Airlines announced Tuesday that it will suspend most flights to Venezuela due to a dispute over the repatriation of funds.

Venezuela News, Politics & Update 2014: Three Accused of Assassination Plot Against Venezuelan President

The three men accused are witnesses of an alleged plot against President Maduro and are wanted for questioning though one of the accused denies the allegations.

Venezuela News, Facts & Protests: President Nicolas Maduro Opposes US Sanctions, Gets Support From Russia

Venezuela continues to oppose any potentials sanctions by the United States. Instead, President Nicolas Maduro has chastised the U.S. government for threatening the use of sanction, however, the Obama administration has asked Congress to stall them in favor of negotiations.

French Open 2014: Garbiñe Muguruza, Latina Women Lead the Charge at Tennis Tournament

Garbiñe Muguruza, Carla Suarez Navarro, and Silvia Soler Espinosa all remain at the 2014 French Open and look to end the drought for Hispanic women at Grand Slams.

French Open 2014 Schedule, Recap, Video Highlights: Garbiñe Muguruza Stuns Serena Williams; Get to Know Venezuelan Player Here

Garbiñe Muguruza upset Serena Williams at the 2014 French Open. Let's take a look at who this 20-year-old Venezuelan tennis player is and what type of future she has.

Chevron Gives Venezuela Oil Producer $2B in Financing: Corporate Loan Tied to Increasing Production

Low-interest financing will help increase output in Venezuela Chevron has agreed to a $2 billion financing agreement with Petroleos de Venezuela SA (PDVSA) to help the state-owned oil producer boost its output of oil at their Petroboscan oil joint venture.

Secretary of State John Kerry Travels to Mexico to Discuss U.S. Role in Venezuela Crisis

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has traveled to Mexico to discuss the U.S.' role in the Venezuela crisis.

Venezuela Protests and Riots News: Hundreds of Students Arrested, Leads to More Unrest

Following the arrest of almost 250 students, Venezuela imprisons and then releases activist Rodrigo Diamanti. The U.S. government continues to debate sanctions.

Venezuela Protests News Update: Maduro Government Implents Food Card and Increased Minimum Wage, But Detains Foreigners

Three months since protests began rocking Venezuela, the Maduro government continues to battle unrest as well as hardships angering the protesters. However, the government's latest actions are not enough to quell the ire of protesters and have instead incited further international discontent.

Venezuela Protests News: Venezuela Strengthens Against US With Ties to Argentina, Bolivia

Venezuela looks for support in its left-wing allies in South America. Although protests in Venezuela continue, the Maduro government has not budged to the opposition's demands.

Venezuela News & Protests: Students Walk Barefoot To Protest Chavista Government on Easter

Protesters in Venezuela continued to march over Easter weekend against the Maduro government. Although the crowds marching on Caracas' streets are not the same as they were back in February when the protests began, the student protesters' demands remain the same. Three months of protests have not changed much in the South American nation, and the student protests this past weekend demonstrated the opposition's emotional reaction to the lack of progress.

Venezuela News 2014: Leopoldo López Finally Charged, Thousands Dress in Colors of National Flag to Protest

The crisis in Venezuela has taken a new turn, and it does not bring the struggle closer to an end. The new move by the government of President Maduro has angered the protestors. Yet, other developments concerning the South American nations, most importantly about food, have appeared in the last couple of days.
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