John Otis

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Grown At High Altitudes, Bolivia's Wines Are Rising Stars

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

There's not a ton of room to grow grapes in Bolivia; many of its vineyards are located in mile-high mountain valleys and foothills. The country's wine output may be small, but it's winning big awards.

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How Bolivia's Evo Morales Could Win A 4th Term As President

Monday, October 14, 2019

He's already the country's longest-serving leader — almost 14 years in office. His party controls all government branches and much of the national media. Now he's poised to win a new term on Oct. 20.

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Bolivia Is Fighting Major Forest Fires Nearly As Large As In Brazil

Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Firefighters, troops and volunteers have been working for the past two months to put out some of the worst blazes in the country's recent history.

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Colombia Is Turning Into A Major Medical Marijuana Producer

Saturday, September 07, 2019

The country wants to shake its image as an illicit narco nation. Now it's already home to more than two dozen legit cannabis companies, with exports to Canada and the U.K.

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Colombia Has Become A Hot Spot For Medical Marijuana Industry

Monday, September 02, 2019

Colombia has come a long way from the days of murderous drug cartels. In fact, it's now home to more than two dozen legal medical marijuana companies.

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Colombia's FARC Rebel Group Announces Plans To Re-Arm 3 Years After Peace Deal

Thursday, August 29, 2019

A faction of Colombia's FARC rebel group announced they plan to re-arm, three years after signing a peace agreement with the government. They accuse of the government of failing to follow through.

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Economic Crisis Rattles Venezuelan Cattle Ranchers

Friday, July 26, 2019

Power outages, increased crime and gasoline shortages are hurting Venezuela's once-vaunted cattle industry. Herds have been halved and meat production is down by more than 60 percent.

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Venezuelan Officers Who Fled To Colombia Are 'Adrift' As Maduro Holds Onto Power

Monday, July 22, 2019

More than 1,400 members of Venezuelan security forces crossed the border hoping to one day return. Some say they're losing steam as efforts to depose the administration have fizzled.

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In One Venezuelan City, People Have Found Low-Cost Entertainment — In A Barbershop

Tuesday, July 09, 2019

When the going gets tough and entertainment becomes too pricey to afford, Venezuelans go to the barbershop. They are entertained by a singing barber and musicians who gather to create great sound.

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Many Venezuelans Can No Longer Afford Beer, So They're Drinking Cheap Agave Liquor

Wednesday, July 03, 2019

Cocuy was once stigmatized as moonshine, but with hyperinflation putting other drinks out of reach, many Venezuelans have turned to this cheap form of alcohol. It tastes similar to tequila and mezcal.

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Venezuela's Teachers And Students Skip School For Survival

Saturday, June 29, 2019

Amid Venezuela's catastrophic economic meltdown, education experts say that it's getting much harder for children to get a good grasp of history, geography and their ABCs.

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Venezuelans Take Risky Voyage To Curaçao To Flee Crisis

Friday, June 21, 2019

Most Venezuelans looking to emigrate cross land borders into Colombia or Brazil. But for many, Caribbean islands like Curaçao are much closer escapes from their country's turmoil.

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Venezuela Faces Gas Shortages

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Despite being home to the world's largest oil reserves, Venezuela is suffering a major gasoline shortage. It's because of economic mismanagement and U.S. sanctions.

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'Lives Are At Risk': Venezuelan Charities Struggle Under Shortages And Intimidation

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Local aid groups play a growing role amid Venezuela's unprecedented humanitarian crisis marked by widespread malnutrition and deaths from preventable diseases.

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People Fleeing Venezuela Tops 4 Million, U.N. Refugee Agency Says

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

The refugee crisis in Venezuela is growing. A U.N. agency says the number of people fleeing the country is staggering. Most of the people who have left Venezuela remain in Latin America.

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A Fugitive In His Own Country, Venezuela's Juan Guaidó Insists His Movement Is Strong

Thursday, May 30, 2019

"Time is not on our side," opposition leader Juan Guaidó told NPR in an interview in Caracas on Wednesday. "Time is running against all Venezuelans."

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After Failed Coup, Maduro Moves Against Members Of Venezuelan Opposition

Monday, May 27, 2019

Rather than arresting rival Juan Guaido, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is targeting lower-ranking members the opposition party stripping their legal immunity and threatening them with arrest.

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Delegates For Maduro, Guaidó To Meet For Talks On Ending Venezuela's Political Crisis

Sunday, May 26, 2019

Representatives for President Nicolás Maduro and opposition leader Juan Guaidó are slated to hold direct talks in Norway this week aimed at breaking months of political gridlock.

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Venezuelans Find Temporary Lifeline At Colombia's First Border Tent Camp

Wednesday, May 01, 2019

The United Nations refugee agency set up a facility in Maicao near the Venezuelan border, providing help for more than 300 migrants. The facility aims to expand to meet the growing need.

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Colombia's Salt Cathedral Is A Marvel Of Architecture And A Popular House Of Worship

Saturday, April 20, 2019

On Easter, people will gather to pray in the cathedral, situated 600 feet underground in the Andean mining town of Zipaquirá. It was built in the caverns and tunnels left behind by salt miners.

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