Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced a $100 million U.S. contribution to a UN-backed multinational security force, aiding Haitian police against gangs. An extra $33 million in humanitarian aid will also be provided, addressing critical needs in the region.
Several gangs in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince have launched massive attacks on at least three police stations, leading police and palace guards to fight back.
The US military, on Sunday, deployed additional forces to enhance security at the US Embassy in Haiti, facilitating the departure of nonessential personnel. The move aims to address heightened concerns and safeguard embassy personnel amid uncertain conditions.
J Balvin, a Colombian reggaeton singer, is making waves in the music scene. Known for his energetic beats and catchy tunes, he has become a global sensation, breaking language barriers with his vibrant music.
The biggest trial for Honduras has now been decided in the United States as a New York jury found former President Juan Orlando Hernandez guilty of drug trafficking.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel announced that recently ousted Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Fernandez is under investigation by police and the Attorney General’s Office for alleged "serious mistakes." The inquiry follows Gil Fernandez's dismissal from his position.
Pedro Otarola, the prime minister of Peru, once considered one of the country's most powerful men, has resigned after a leaked audio with a woman sparked a massive scandal.
Honduras Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernandez is on trial in New York over drug trafficking charges, and Hondurans are glued to their TVs or computers following it.
Haiti declared a month-long state of emergency and imposed a curfew in Port-au-Prince following ongoing attacks by armed gangs on vital government facilities. The measures aim to address the escalating security crisis.
Five people who were posing to be nuns have been arrested by authorities in Costa Rica. They reportedly accepted donations for false charity clinics but used that money for themselves.
Prime Minister Ariel Henry, amid Haiti's crisis, was a route home from a diplomatic mission when the US State Department conveyed a message midair on Tuesday. The situation underscores the ongoing challenges facing the Haitian leader.
Juan Orlando Hernández used to be the most powerful man in Honduras. However, the former politician is now standing on trial in New York over drug trafficking charges.
The Supreme Court of Venezuela, which is aligned with President Nicolas Maduro, announced that the presidential election will happen on July 28 this year.
The Biden administration has decided against deploying US troops to assist Haiti amid a security crisis. Gang leaders orchestrating attacks on crucial sites like the main seaport, airports, and prisons prompted this response, according to a White House official's statement to McClatchy.
Rita Moreno, renowned for breaking barriers for Latino performers, disclosed on Monday that she hadn't always fully embraced her Hispanic identity. The legendary actor shared this personal revelation about her evolving connection to her heritage.
During his daily press conference on Monday, Mexico President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador admitted that seven National Guard recruits drowned in an army training accident last February.
In January 2024, researchers from the University of Pennsylvania planned to collaborate with the Los Angeles Latino Eye Study (LALES) further to understand glaucoma's genetic underpinnings within the Latino population.
