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Starbucks Italy Branches: Milan, Verona, Venice & 2 More Likely Locations

Starbucks is set to open its first store in Milan, Italy in 2017. One of the most popular coffee shops, Starbucks, will soon be arriving in Italy. Starbucks Will Open Stores in Several Locations On Monday, Starbucks has officially announced that early next year they will start their operation in the cradle of espresso, Yahoo! News reported.

Newborn Sea Lions are Dying in Chile - But Why?

Hundreds of sea lions are turning up dead on Chile’s shores. Hundreds of sea lions are turning up dead on Chile's shores. According to marine researchers, more than 100 South American sea lions, or Otaria flavescens, have washed up on the shore of a small peninsula in northern Chile during the past three months, CNN reported.

Brazil's Justice Minister Resigns Amidst Corruption Scandal

Jose Eduardo Cardozo has resigned from his position as justice minister in Brazil. Justice Minister Jose Eduardo Cardozo has decided to resign from his post following the controversial corruption scandal he is handling.

Argentina, Creditors Finally Agree on $4.6B Debt Settlement

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.

Bolivia's Evo Morales Wants to See His Supposedly Dead Son

Bolivian President Evo Morales has just received some of the best news any father could have: his supposedly dead son is alive.

Zika Virus Strongly Linked to Rare Neurological Syndrome Guillain-Barre

A new study confirms that the Zika virus is strongly connected to the rare, neurological Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Best 3 Spectacular Island Getaways in Latin America

When it comes to paradise, the vision that always comes to mind is a deserted beach framed by clear turquoise waters, powdery white sands and lush palm trees. It's the picture perfect setting that always feels a little bit out of reach, but the idyllic island of every traveler's dream is probably just waiting in Latin America.

Ex-Colombian President Alvaro Uribe's Brother Arrested in Death Squad Probe

Santiago Uribe, the brother of ex-Colombian President Alvaro Uribe, has been arrested on murder allegations in the death squad case probe.

Truck Carrying Hazardous Radioactive Material Stolen in Mexico

Mexico is on alert after a truck carrying an industrial device containing hazardous radioactive material was stolen.

Puerto Rico Community Land Trust Gets UN World Habitat Award for Rehabilitation of Channel

The Caño Martín Peña Community Land Trust in Puerto Rico was recently recognized with the prestigious UN World Habitat Award for transforming the impoverished community around the banks of a polluted river.

Pope Francis Meets Argentina's New President Mauricio Macri at Vatican; Discusses Poverty, Debt & Drugs Trafficking

Pope Francis received his fellow countryman President Mauricio Macri from his home country for a meeting that took place in the Roman Catholic Church's seat of power, the Vatican City, on Saturday, Feb. 27.

New Search & Rescue Drone Helps Detect & Repel Sharks in Australian Beaches

The local governments in Australia have ramped up their efforts amid a rising number of shark attacks and sightings. A new strategy involves the nouveau technology of using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to spot these cold-blooded marine predators and save lives in the process.

Oral Bacteria & Esophageal Cancer Link Found by Research

A new study suggests that there is a link between esophageal cancer and gum disease. Gum disease has been associated with many health problems in the past.

Brazil's NSA-Avoiding Underwater Cable to Europe Could Be Catching Silicon Valley's Eyes

Brazil's planned underwater cable, linking directly to Europe's Internet, will likely bring lots of technical and economic advantages to the country and the rest of Latin America in general.

Reducing Blood Pressure Drug Intake Increases Cardiovascular Death Risk for Diabetics

A new study suggests that aggressive blood pressure drugs increase diabetics' risk for a heart attack.

Where to Go in Latin America if World War III Happens

In the past decade, the world has been suffused with predictions of looming apocalypse. There was also a threat for the possibility of World War III. But did you know where on Earth is a good place to survive if chaos begins?

Tampax Tampons, Always Sanitary Napkins Recalled for 'Toxic Chemicals'

Several brands of tampons and sanitary napkins, including big name brands like Tampax and Always were recalled for having toxic chemicals.

Brazil’s Urban Unemployment Rises to 7.6 Percent Last January

Brazil's recession woes continue with the unemployment rate climbing to 7.6 percent in January. Statistics agency Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics revealed that the numbers rose from 6.9 percent in December, marking the highest unemployment rate for the month of January in seven years since 2009.

Former Mexican President to Donald Trump: ‘I’m Not Paying for that F--- Wall’

Former Mexican President Vicente Fox's language got colorful while discussing Donald Trump's proposed wall.

2 Latino Explorers to Have Statues in Utah Capitol

Two Latino explorers will be having their own statues in front of the Utah Capitol in Salt Lake City. The United States Senate voted unanimously to give tributes to Catholic priests, Father Francisco Atanasio Dominguez and Father Silvestre Velez de Escalante. It only needs the signature of Utah Gov. Gary Herbert.
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