Drought in the Amazon uncovers ancient engravings in Brazil

Society 2023-10-30

Drought in the Amazon uncovers ancient engravings in Brazil

Most of the engravings are of human faces, some of them rectangular and others oval, with smiles or grim expressions.

Guatemalans commit to farming as a strategy against migration

Society 2023-10-26

Guatemalans commit to farming as a strategy against migration

Some embarked on the journey, enduring the harsh treatment from human traffickers, while others were detained and deported. Now they are determined to stay and make it work.

Addressing food shortages in Cuba through plant-filtered pond fish farming

Society 2023-10-25

Addressing food shortages in Cuba through plant-filtered pond fish farming

The communist nation is experiencing its worst economic crisis in three decades, with shortages of food, medicine and fuel.

Colombian plasticine artist captures 'complex' migration in the Americas

Society 2023-10-19

Colombian plasticine artist captures 'complex' migration in the Americas

His miniature artworks vividly depict a common scene at the 'Loma de las Banderas,' a significant point that symbolizes the start of the perilous journey through the treacherous Darien jungle.

Young Cubans spurn role as guardians of the revolution

Society 2023-10-12

Young Cubans spurn role as guardians of the revolution

Support for ideological neighborhood associations has dwindled, particularly following a severe economic crisis that has significantly reduced purchasing power.

Costa Rica grapples with consequences of surge in migration through the Darien jungle

Society 2023-10-09

Costa Rica grapples with consequences of surge in migration through the Darien jungle

The perilous journey through the Darien Gap forces immigrants into survival scenarios in which they face sickness, hunger, violence and other dire situations.

Bleak economic circumstances drive surge of undocumented Chinese through Darien Gap

Society 2023-10-06

Bleak economic circumstances drive surge of undocumented Chinese through Darien Gap

Many Chinese immigrants undertake the perilous journey through the Darien Gap on foot, with some chanting anti-Beijing slogans along the way.

Number of migrants crossing Darien Gap soars past 400,000

Society 2023-09-29

Number of migrants crossing Darien Gap soars past 400,000

Migrants on this perilous journey face many challenges, including wild animals, treacherous rivers, and criminal gangs who rob them or demand money to guide them through the jungle.

Revered Asian buffalo claims place on Brazilian island

Society 2023-09-11

Revered Asian buffalo claims place on Brazilian island

During the rainy season, these animals can easily cross the muddy mangrove forests of the island, outpacing horses and even motorcycles.

Improperly labeled food imports from China pose public health risk in Chile

Society 2023-09-06

Improperly labeled food imports from China pose public health risk in Chile

Chinese food exported to South America without proper labeling is being investigated by health authorities over concerns about the potential health risks.