LATIN AMERICA

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Feb 20 2025CRIME

LATIN AMERICA'S MOST DANGEROUS GANGS

There are eight dangerous criminal groups in Latin America that have been labeled as terrorist organizations by the United States. These groups are known for their involvement in drug trafficking, migrant smuggling, and violence. The U. S. government has taken a strong stance against these groups, d

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Feb 13 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: Brazil and Argentina's Unexpected Gain

In a surprising twist, two South American countries, Brazil and Argentina, might see some benefits from the recent trade tensions between the U. S. and other nations. The U. S. has been imposing tariffs on various countries, including China, Canada, and Mexico. This move could potentially open up ne

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Who Follows the Rules? A Look at COVID-19 Prevention

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

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Feb 07 2025HEALTH

Milk Programs in Latin America: A New Formula Needed?

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 fo

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Feb 06 2025HEALTH

Small Hands & Big Screens: What Can Toddlers Learn?

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

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

Marco's Trip and Latin America's Uneasy dance with U. S.

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 tryin

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Jan 27 2025ENVIRONMENT

Weather Woes: How Climate Change Affects Latin American Food

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 skyroc

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Jan 26 2025CRIME

Parenthood's Impact: How It Shapes Young Criminals' Paths in Latin America

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 a

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Jan 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dive into 'Sumergidos': A Thrilling Argentine-Brazil Crime Series

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. E

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Healthcare Efficiency: Why Latin America's Investments Aren't Paying Off

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 healthc

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