Latin America 3 days ago Colombia's congress votes to ban bullfighting Colombia’s congress has voted to ban bullfights, which have become increasingly controversial, in a three-year span, and will make the tradition illegal by the start of 2028.
Mexican Cartel Violence 4 days ago Mexican presidential candidate Sheinbaum, who promises to cut crime, faces huge hurdles from powerful cartels Front-runner in Mexico's presidential election, Claudia Sheinbaum, who greatly reduced Mexico City's murder while mayor, faces challenges to repeating her success on a national scale.
South America May 24 Colombian ex-President Uribe charged in witness tampering case Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe was formally charged Friday with witness tampering and bribery in a long-running investigation.
Brazil May 24 In Brazil, mangrove reforestation proves crucial in fight against climate risks Some 30,000 mangrove trees planted by Brazilian nonprofit organization Instituto Mar Urbano are reportedly boosting ecosystems and helping mitigate flood risks.
Europe May 23 4 arrested after Greek authorities dismantle international cocaine trafficking ring Greek authorities, in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, have dismantled an criminal group trafficking cocaine from Latin America to Europe.
South America May 18 Argentina's Milei shuts up critics with miracle turnaround of economy, strong security policies Argentina elected Javier Milei as the country struggled with some of the highest inflation in the world, seeking radical change in the face of crisis.
South America May 10 At least 90 injured after passenger train hits boxcar, derails in Argentine capital At least 90 people were injured Friday in Buenos Aires, Argentina, after a passenger train derailed after striking an empty boxcar on the tracks.
South America May 8 WATCH: Notorious Colombian criminal allegedly masterminded, escaped in mass jailbreak Retired Army Major Juan Carlos Rodriguez recently earned parole on condition he would assist the police in cracking down on military ties to the cartels.
Latin America May 3 Colombia cuts diplomatic relations with Israel, but its military relies on Israeli technology Colombia has ended diplomatic relations with Israel despite its military relying on Israeli equipment. It is unclear how the end of relations will affect trade between the countries.
Mexico May 1 Mexican police say 5 dead after consuming toxic substance in Santeria 'power' ritual Five people were found dead in southern Mexico's Oaxaca state after consuming a lethal combination of unspecified substances, police said Wednesday.