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Russia Begins to Seal Trademark in the Latin America Region

Russian President Vladimir Putin has slowly gained the trust of Latin America countries after the U.S. retracted their support in terms of providing military materials.

Study Disproves Belief That Coffee Can Cause Irregular Heartbeat

Drinking a cup of coffee has always been thought to increase heartbeat rate. And this is why some health experts are advising people to lessen intake of the world’s favorite beverage. However, latest findings reveal that the belief is wrong and asserted that coffee does not cause heart palpitations.

CELAC Summit Ends, Pledges Regional Unity on Zika, Economic Crisis and Peace

The fourth Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) ended Wednesday as delegates pledged regional unity to focus on the peace process in Colombia and fight the economic crisis and the epidemic caused by the Zika virus. The summit, which was recently held in Ecuador, was hosted by Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa.

Panama to Establish Truth Commission on 1989 US Invasion

The United Nations and the Panamanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a workshop on Tuesday for civil society representatives to discuss the development of a truth commission on the 1989 U.S. invasion of Panama.

World Sailing CEO Fired for Calling Rio Olympic Venue Polluted

The former CEO of World Sailing claims that he was ousted from his post for repeatedly suggesting that Guanabara Bay should not be the venue for competitions during the upcoming Summer Olympics.

Drug Lord Pablo Escobar's Hidden Safe Found in Mansion Wall

A secret safe was discovered on the Miami Beach property where the late Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar once owned a mansion.

New Peruvian Training Ship Unión Largest of its Kind in Latin America

The Peruvian Navy on Jan. 27 commissioned its first-ever training vessel, Unión, which will be the largest such sailing ship in Latin America.

US Can Take Immigration Cues from Costa Rica, Says Ambassador

The Costa Rican ambassador in Washington says the United States can learn from his country as it tries to address complex issues surrounding immigration.

Zika Virus 'Spreading Explosively' in Americas, WHO Warns

The current outbreak of the Zika virus across large swaths of South America presents a public health threat of "alarming proportions" and could affect as many as four million people, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Jan. 28.

United Airlines and American Airlines Offer Refunds on Zika Virus-Infested Countries

In light of the Zika virus outbreak in several countries, two U.S. airline giants -- United Airlines and American Airlines -- have announced their offer of refunds for traveling pregnant women going to Zika virus-infested countries, Fox News Latino reports.

Brazilians Suffer Additional Travel Tax Abroad

Brazilians grow wary on the additional travel tax imposed by its government, causing a slowdown on tourism.

French Minister Christiane Taubira Resigns on Political Disagreement Grounds

French Minister Christiane Taubira declared her resignation citing political disagreement as the cause.

'Boruto: Naruto' Manga Gets Official Release Date; Find Out Here

The story of "Naruto's" next-generation characters is set to get a manga serialization.

Argentina Removes Subsidies, Hikes up Electricity Rates

Argentina's power sector is set for a massive change. As the country attempts to battle an increasingly difficult struggle against economic problems, the Argentine government announced on Wednesday that it would be raising wholesale electricity rates starting next month, according to FOX News Latino.

Despite Controversy, Uber Prepares to Hire 300 Costa Ricans Before 2016 Ends

The OPT and the taxi drivers' union might not be stopping their protests anytime soon, but transportation giant Uber remains undaunted.

EU Might Impose Border Control if Greece Fails to Resolve Lax Acceptance of Migrants

Greece hits back against EU's sanctions over their alleged failure to secure the border of the Schengen free zone.

Pope Francis to Address Immigration, Race and Family Issues During Mexico Visit

Pope Francis is set to visit Mexico from Feb. 12 to 17, 2016 Pope Francis is set to visit Mexico. He will reportedly talk about immigration, family issues and race, among others, and will also host a US-Mexico border Mass.

Melia Hotels International Opens in Miami

A new high-rise hotel will soon be opening its doors to the people in Miami as a Spanish-owned international hotel from the Melia group of hotels recently announced its interest to open their business in the artsy and modern district in Miami, the Miami Herald reports.

Uganda Researchers Say Zika Virus Is Not a Threat in Africa

Researchers from Uganda are saying that the Zika virus is not considered a threat in Africa despite the mosquito-borne disease originating in the continent, per the Associated Press. The virus was first discovered in a monkey back in 1947 and was named after the Zika forest located near Uganda's capital city of Kampala.

Mammoth Bones Excavated at Oregon State University's Reser Stadium

Oregon State University's Reser Stadium was under renovation as part of its expansion project when the construction crew accidently dug up bones of a 10,000-year-old mammoth and other ice age mammals. The remains were excavated in the north end zone of the stadium last Monday, but it's not a big surprise to find these kinds of extinct animals in the area as the Willamette Valley was once home to thousands of mammoths, per OSU's website.
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