Ecuador’s political tensions escalated this week after Guayaquil Mayor Aquiles Alvarez was arrested during a heavily armed dawn operation. Prosecutors released images showing bags filled with bundled cash, computers, and mobile phones allegedly seized during...
For centuries, reaching Machu Picchu has required effort. The Incas intentionally built the citadel high in the Andes, hidden in cloud forest and mountains, making access part of the experience. Today, most travelers fly into Lima, connect through Cusco, and journey...
Human-caused climate change played a significant role in the devastating wildfires that swept across Chile and Argentina’s Patagonia region last month. According to World Weather Attribution, the extreme heat and dry conditions that fueled the fires were made up to...
If you’re dreaming of trading snow and heavy coats for sunshine and street celebrations, Christmas in Latin America offers a completely different — and unforgettable — experience. Across South and...
Reggaeton may feel like it’s everywhere right now—from global pop stars tapping into the sound to underground parties and viral playlists pushing new artists into the spotlight. But long before...
Bad Bunny and J Balvin officially put the past behind them — and they did it on one of the biggest stages in Latin music. On Sunday, Dec. 21, Bad Bunny surprised fans by bringing out J Balvin during...
Ecuadorian authorities have arrested two suspects in connection with the killing of footballer Mario Pineida, a case that has shaken the country’s sports community and highlighted the country’s...
Colombia’s long-running conflict with armed groups escalated again after the National Liberation Army (ELN) carried out a deadly drone and explosives attack on a military base near the Venezuelan...
A heated Colombia Cup final in Medellín ended in chaos on Wednesday night after rival fans clashed following Atlético Nacional’s 1–0 win over city rivals Deportivo Independiente Medellín. The...