President Donald Trump’s iconoclastic politics and his willingness to upend long-held alliances have alarmed Europeans and shocked many Americans, but Latin Americans find the US leader easier to fathom. They recognise a familiar figure — the caudillo or strongman, a hardy perennial in the region for two centuries.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / March 4, 2025 / In Latin America, a region characterized by its diverse geography, reliance on natural resources, and pronounced social and economic disparities, the repercussions of climate change are particularly

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Donald Trump is reportedly looking at cutting off military aid to Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict between the country and Russia, which comes right after the bombarding meeting between the president,

The administration’s approach to competition with China, and to global engagement more broadly, could unwittingly facilitate the extension of Beijing’s influence.

Drug gangs have overwhelmed Ecuador over the past five years, turning it from a peaceful oasis into mainland Latin America’s most violent country. Ms Salazar is a target because she is investigating links between Ecuador’s politicians,

Latin America is rich in natural resources, making it a powerhouse for sustainability. About 620 million people live in the region, or about 7.7% of the world’s population. With an urbanization rate of over 80%,

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Colombian superstar Shakira's ' Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour ' in Latin America has faced relentless challenges from the start, including logistical and technical setbacks, as well as two cancellations—one due to the singer's unexpected illness. Now there is a death toll and several injured.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to the region and warned of Chinese encroachment. Several Latin American countries expanded trade and investment relations with China.

Transgender women took a salsa class ahead of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. Ecuadorians demanded the government pay overdue debts to private clinics in order to access free dialysis.