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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Colombia's Crossroads: Security or Strife?

Colombia stands at a critical point. The country's future could go in a good or bad direction. Juan Carlos Pinzon, a key political figure, has strong views on this. He believes Colombia should focus on its own problems rather than getting involved in other countries' issues. Pinzon served as defens

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Jan 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

Colombia's Wetlands: A Fight for Recognition and Protection

Colombia's wetlands, or ciénagas, are vital for both nature and people. They help control water levels, support wildlife, and provide a living for many fishermen. However, these wetlands often lack clear boundaries. This makes it hard to protect them and can lead to conflicts over land. The Colombi

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Dec 27 2025EDUCATION

Argentina's Bold Education Shake-Up: What's Changing?

Argentina is in the middle of a big education overhaul. President Javier Milei's government wants to change how education works in the country. The main idea is to give families more control over their kids' schooling. A new law could make homeschooling legal and let parents have a say in who runs s

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Nov 19 2025CRIME

Colombia's Navy Makes Big Drug Bust at Sea

Colombia's navy recently made a significant drug bust. Divers found over 450 pounds of cocaine hidden under a ship heading to Europe. This happened at a port on the Pacific coast. The navy shared photos of the seizure, showing divers pulling out the drugs and packages on the ground. This isn't the

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Nov 17 2025CRIME

Ecuador's Growing Violence: A Closer Look

Ecuador is in a tough spot. It's now the most violent country in South America. This change didn't happen overnight. It's been a mix of things. First, Colombia's peace deal in 2016 shifted drug trafficking dynamics. Then, Ecuador's location and weak institutions made it a hotspot for gangs. Life in

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Ecuadorians Decide on Foreign Military Bases and Constitutional Change

Ecuadorians faced a big choice on Sunday. They voted in a referendum. The vote was about two main things. First, allowing foreign countries to set up military bases in Ecuador. Second, starting the process to create a new constitution. Crime has been a big problem in Ecuador. Drug gangs are fightin

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Ecuador's Big Vote: Security or Sovereignty?

Ecuador is facing a tough choice. On Sunday, people will vote on two big issues: letting foreign military bases come back and changing the country's constitution. The main reason? Crime is up, and the government thinks foreign help could make things better. Ecuador used to be safe, but now it's a b

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Nov 11 2025CRIME

Ecuador's Bold Move: High-Risk Inmates Relocated to New Prison

Ecuador has taken a significant step to tackle prison violence by moving 300 high-risk inmates to a new maximum-security prison. This move comes after a deadly riot that left 31 prisoners dead in a southern prison. The new prison, located on the coast in Santa Elena province, is part of President D

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

Tensions Explode in Ecuador's Prisons Again

Ecuador's prisons are in chaos once more. This time, four inmates lost their lives, and over 30 others were hurt in a recent riot. The trouble started when inmates were being moved to a new high-security prison in another part of the country. This isn't the first time this prison has seen violence.

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Oct 28 2025POLITICS

Milei's Mixed Crypto Message: What's Next for Argentina?

Argentina's President Javier Milei and his party, La Libertad Avanza (LLA), secured a significant victory in the 2025 midterm elections. However, the crypto world isn't popping the champagne just yet. Milei has been a vocal supporter of crypto, calling central banks a "scam" and praising Bitcoin as

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