Different countries in Latin America reacted to COVID-19 in different ways. Exactly how did this affect the prevention measures citizens took? People from Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico were asked about their actions during the pandemic. The interviews happened from September 2020 to March 2021. This data came from 8, 125 adults in these nations. ...
In Latin America and the Caribbean, school milk programs have been a long-standing tradition. They have been a key part of combating malnutrition for many years. But, the region is now facing new problems. Overweight and obesity among kids are becoming more common. These changes pose a challenge for the milk programs. It's not just about providing any kind of food a...
Screen are more popular than ever among toddlers. Across Latin America, tiny screens are replacing toys, and experts are starting to take notice. In a research that spanned 19 different countries, the digital diaper data delved into language skills of kids under 5 from various social and economic backgrounds. The findings were clear: kids under 5 are spending more ...
Imagine a region where nations are struggling to keep their heads above the water, and their economy is sinking like a stone. Marco Rubio, the U. S. Secretary of State, is off on his first international trip to Panama. They are not happy about President Trump’s aggressive moves, like trying to take back the Panama Canal with military force. They are also f...
Extreme weather events, made worse by climate change, are causing trouble in Latin America’s food scene. A recent United Nations report highlights how harsh weather has driven up crop prices in countries like Argentina, Mexico, and Nicaragua. In Argentina and Mexico, for instance, corn prices skyrocketed thanks to hot weather and drought. Meanwhile, heavy rain in Ecu...
Parenthood can change a young person's life in many ways. In a study of 40 young men and 40 young women in Latin American prisons, researchers found that becoming a parent can either lead to a life away from crime or pull someone deeper into it. For some, having a child made them want to slow down and find a safer job. This often meant they committed fewer crimes. Wo...
Get ready for a wave of excitement! The Argentine-Brazil crime series, "Sumergidos, " is set to make its debut on A&E Latin America on January 27. The show, which combines surfing, drug trafficking, and politics, has already made a splash on Paramount Channel in Brazil and TV Publica in Argentina. EO Media, the production company behind this thrilling series, has sig...
Latin America has been pouring money into healthcare, but the health of its people isn't improving as much as expected. Why is that? The answer might lie in how these countries use their resources. A recent study used a method called Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) to check the efficiency of healthcare systems in 23 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean. ...
In Latin America, one of the standout events in the world of inorganic chemistry is the 21st Brazilian Meeting on Inorganic Chemistry (BMIC). This annual gathering brings together experts from across the region to share their latest findings and innovations in the field. The meeting is so significant that it's being celebrated with a special issue in Chemistry An Asi...
Have you ever tried making a one-pot meal with chuck roast? It's a budget-friendly cut that needs slow cooking to turn tender. This Latin American dish called carne guisada is a winner. It's all about combining chuck roast with chiles, diced tomatoes, and Mexican spices, then slow-cooking it into a stew. Carne guisada means "stewed meat" in Spanish and is perfect fo...