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Mexico's Navy Seize 1,700 Kilos of Cocaine From Boat Heading to Area Dominated by Jalisco Cartel

Mexico's Navy Seize 1,700 Kilos of Cocaine From Boat Heading to Area Dominated by Jalisco Cartel

Authorities in Mexico intercepted a boat with four crew members who were on their way to transport 35 packages of cocaine in an area dominated by the Jalisco cartel.
Mexico Ex-Military Shot in the Head by Boy Who Lied, Told a Different Story to Evade Arrest

Mexico Ex-Military Shot in the Head by Boy Who Lied, Told a Different Story to Evade Arrest

By Paola Hernández
A 13-year-old boy in Mexico shot and killed his stepfather, an ex-military, on Monday but told a different story to authorities to evade arrest.
Oklahoma Man Gets 12 Years in Prison for Running Guns to Mexico for Mexican Drug Cartels

Oklahoma Man Gets 12 Years in Prison for Running Guns to Mexico for Mexican Drug Cartels

By Paola Hernández
An Oklahoma man was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for conspiring to smuggle guns to Mexico for Mexican drug cartels.
El Salvador NGOs Strike Back on Pres. Nayib Bukele's Decision to Criminalize Gang-Related Messages in Media

El Salvador NGOs Strike Back on Pres. Nayib Bukele's Decision to Criminalize Gang-Related Messages in Media

By Paola Hernández
Non-government organizations (NGOs) in El Salvador asked the judiciary to declare unconstitutional a new law that could allegedly criminalize media reporting on gangs.
Mexico Travel Advisory: Here's Why the U.S. Embassy Issued a Security Alert for Americans Traveling to Zacatecas

Mexico Travel Advisory: Here's Why the U.S. Embassy Issued a Security Alert for Americans Traveling to Zacatecas

By Paola Hernández
The U.S. Embassy on Tuesday issued a security alert intended for U.S. citizens traveling to Mexico's state of Zacatecas.
Joe Biden is Unsure if He Would Visit Ukraine Amid Calls From Volodymyr Zelenskyy | Here's What He Says

Joe Biden, Unsure If He Would Visit Ukraine Amid Calls From Volodymyr Zelenskyy | Here's What He Says

By Paola Hernández
President Joe Biden has no idea if he will travel to Ukraine amid calls from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Mexico: 2 Bodies Found Hanging From Bridge in Sonora as Mexican Drug Cartels Battle for Territory

Mexico: 2 Bodies Found Hanging From Bridge in Sonora as Mexican Drug Cartels Battle for Territory

By Paola Hernández
Two bodies of men were found hanging on a freeway bridge south of Empalme in Mexico's state of Sonora on Easter Sunday.
Russian Fertilizers Seen to Arrive in Brazil Despite Sanctions on Russia Over Ukraine Invasion

Russian Fertilizers Seen to Arrive in Brazil Despite Sanctions on Russia Over Ukraine Invasion

By Paola Hernández
Vessels carrying Russian fertilizer orders are heading for Brazil amid concerns that sanctions against Russia would cause a shortfall of fertilizers for the country's grain planting season.
Rosario Ibarra, Advocate of the Disappeared People in Mexico, Dies at 95 Due to Failing Health

Rosario Ibarra, Advocate of the Disappeared People in Mexico, Dies at 95 Due to Failing Health

By Paola Hernández
Rosario Ibarra died at age 95 due to failing health. Ibarra has been championing cases of disappeared people in Mexico since the disappearance of her own son.
Peru's Ex-Presdient Alberto Fujimori Goes Back to the Hospital for the Second Time in a Month; Here's Why

Peru's Ex-President Alberto Fujimori Goes Back to the Hospital for the Second Time in a Month

By Paola Hernández
Peru's former President Alberto Fujimori was hospitalized once again for the second time in a month
Joe Biden Blamed by Kevin McCarthy Over Ukraine Invasion | Here's What He Says

Joe Biden Blamed by Kevin McCarthy Over Ukraine Invasion | Here's What He Says

By Paola Hernández
Rep. Kevin McCarthy suggests President Joe Biden and his administration's response to Ukraine has something to do with the Russian invasion.
Global Alliance for a Green New Deal

Global Alliance of Politicians Call for $500 Billion a Year to Avert Climate Disaster

By Paola Hernández
Members of the Global Alliance for a Green Deal urge IMF to take up proposals first made by the Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, at COP26.
Uruguay: Best Traditional Foods to Eat While You're in the South American Country

Uruguay: Best Traditional Foods to Eat While You're in the South American Country

By Paola Hernández
A worthwhile and exciting journey in Uruguay is not complete when travelers do not try the South American country's flavorful dishes.
Honduran Teen Trying to Cross U.S.-Mexico Border to Reunite With His Mom Drowns in Rio Grande River

Honduran Teen Trying to Cross U.S.-Mexico Border to Reunite With His Mom in Texas Drowns in Rio Grande River

By Paola Hernández
Honduran teen Cristopher Alvarado Sabillon was trying to cross the U.S.-Mexico border to reunite with his mom in Texas, but he never made it.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Halts Additional Truck Inspections at the Border | Did They Find Anything Illegal During Checks?

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Halts Additional Truck Inspections at the Border | Did They Find Anything Illegal During Checks?

By Paola Hernández
Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Friday revoked an order that required all commercial trucks from Mexico crossing the border to undergo extra inspections.
Sinaloa Cartel Leaves Severed Head, Cardboard With Threatening Message for Jalisco Cartel in Mexico's Colima State

Sinaloa Cartel Leaves Severed Head, Cardboard With Threatening Message for Jalisco Cartel in Mexico's Colima State

By Paola Hernández
A human head and a cardboard with a threatening message from the Sinaloa Cartel for its rival gang, the Jalisco cartel, were found in Mexico's Colima state.
El Chapo Sons' Hitman Shot Dead by Rival Gang of Sinaloa Cartel While Eating His Last Taco in Mexico

El Chapo Sons' Hitman Shot Dead by Rival Gang of Sinaloa Cartel While Eating His Last Taco in Mexico

By Paola Hernández
A hitman allegedly hired by the four sons of Sinaloa Cartel boss Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman Loera was killed near his home in Mexico's state of Baja California.
Mexican Drug Cartels Move Into Chinese Market for Illegal Wildlife Trade

Mexican Drug Cartels Move Into Chinese Market for Illegal Wildlife Trade

By Paola Hernández
Mexican drug cartels have been working with the Chinese organized crime networks for illegal wildlife trade, a new report said.
Guatemala: 2 Million COVID Vaccine Doses to Expire by the End of June; Here’s Why

Guatemala: More Than 2 Million COVID Vaccine Doses to Expire by the End of June; Here's Why

By Paola Hernández
Millions of COVID vaccines will expire by the end of June in Guatemala, as the country continues to face issues regarding COVID-19.
Guyana: Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors of the Only English-Speaking Nation in South America

Guyana: Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors of the Only English-Speaking Nation in South America

By Paola Hernández
Here are some travel safety tips to keep in mind to avoid trouble on your trip to Guyana, which is famous for its unspoiled rainforest and waterfalls.
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