Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios's big win at the Miss Universe beauty pageant should have brought Nicaragua national pride. However, the regime under dictator Daniel Ortega is treating her like a pariah.
Paraguay may not be as widely known for its historical sites as some other countries in the region, but there are several places of historical significance worth exploring.
In a broad crackdown on opposition figures and the Catholic Church, Nicaragua authorities arrested a second bishop, Isidoro Mora, on Thursday, escalating tensions under President Daniel Ortega's government.
On what should be the final decision on the fate of former South American dictator Desi Bouterse, who used to rule Suriname with an iron fist, a court upheld his 20-year prison sentence.
The China government may have taken action to restrict the online presence of Argentina's far-right "anarcho-capitalist" President, Javier Milei, following his surprising election victory just weeks ago.
Protests against austerity and deregulation measures announced by new Argentina President Javier Milei unfolded peacefully in the country's capital on Wednesday following a government warning against street blockades.
Grammy-winning singer Celine Dion's sister, Claudette, has given a heart-wrenching health update on the famous singer, confirming that she has lost control of her muscles thanks to Stiff-Person Syndrome.
Several major US agricultural groups called on Wednesday for the reopening of two Texas border crossings. The move aims to facilitate businesses in restoring trade routes that were closed due to the surge in migrant crossings.
Former Haiti Senator John Joel Joseph was sentenced to life in prison in a Miami court on Tuesday for his involvement in the July 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moise.
The US intelligence community disclosed that the Cuba government engaged in influence operations during the 2022 midterm elections, targeting specific candidates in Florida to denigrate.
In a historic decision backed by Pope Francis, the Vatican announced on Monday that Roman Catholic priests can offer blessings to same-sex couples, provided it's not part of routine Church rituals or liturgies.
Colombia's ELN rebel group, which sparked controversy by kidnapping the father of a national football star, announced on Sunday its commitment to cease kidnappings for ransom.
Pepian is a rich and flavorful dish that holds the distinction of being Guatemala's national dish that reflects the country's vibrant culinary heritage, combining indigenous Mayan ingredients with Spanish influences.
Brazil Congress, on Thursday, overturned President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's veto, reinstating legislation that rolls back protections for Indigenous peoples' land rights.
Colombia authorities are probing the suspected kidnapping and murder of a Hmong American comedian and activist found dead on Monday in Medellín's northern city.
