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Some Haitians who fled to Brazil years ago, want to make the journey to the U.S.
Friday, October 08, 2021
Thousands of Haitian migrants have taken up residence in Brazil hoping to move on to the U.S. The communities have become semi-permanent.
For many Haitian migrants, reaching the U.S. border took of years of travel
Friday, October 01, 2021
For many Haitian migrants, the dangerous journey from their troubled home country to the United States spans a decade and thousands of dangerous miles through Latin America.
How Brazil's Severe Drought Affects The Entire World's Coffee Supply Chain
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Attributed to climate change, Brazil's historic drought is devastating its coffee farmers, who's crops supply much of the world.
Facing Growing Opposition, Brazil's Bolsonaro Has Mobilized His Supporters To Protest
Tuesday, September 07, 2021
In cities around Brazil, Bolsonaro supporters demonstrated against those who oppose the far-right president. The intensity of the protests have some Brazilians worried about their country's future.
Brazil's President Mobilizes His Base. And Like Him, They're Bikers
Thursday, September 02, 2021
Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro is a biker, as are many of his supporters and it is a theme at his rallies. But in Brazil, biker culture is not just for the far-right.
A Televised Inquiry Examines Brazil's Handling Of The Pandemic
Monday, August 09, 2021
An investigation is underway into the government's disastrous response to the pandemic. In particular, lawmakers are examining the president's denialism, failure to buy vaccines and corruption.
Gymnast Rebeca Andrade Won Gold For Brazil, And Became A National Hero
Sunday, August 01, 2021
Brazilians are desperate for heroes right now, and it looks like they have found one: Rebeca Andrade is the first Brazilian woman to win an Olympic medal for gymnastics.
What The Delta Variant And Vaccinations Look Like In Brazil, South Africa And Israel
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
A look at how the delta variant and vaccine efforts are shaping the course of the coronavirus through three places - Brazil, South Africa and Israel and the Palestinian territories.
Peru's New President Will Be Sworn Into Office On Wednesday
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Pedro Castillo is a former teacher and son of farmers, who narrowly beat his right-wing rival. His election, some say, may herald change across the region.
Voters In Peru Wait For Results Of The Country's Presidential Election
Tuesday, June 08, 2021
Peru's presidential election was between the right-wing daughter of disgraced former President Alberto Fujimori and a leftist teacher who is new to politics. It's still not clear who won.
Peru Heads To A Presidential Election With Two Controversial Candidates
Sunday, June 06, 2021
Peru is holding its presidential elections, with a leftist school teacher, Pedro Castillo, facing off against the right-wing daughter of the country's ex-president, the authoritarian Alberto Fujimori.
Copa America Tournament Moved To Brazil From Argentina, 2 Weeks Before Kickoff
Monday, May 31, 2021
Brazil will host Copa America, one of the world's top soccer tournaments, after original host Argentina was dropped due to a surge in COVID cases. But Brazil also has been hit hard by the pandemic.
Heartbreaking Photo Shows Depth Of COVID-19 Tragedy In Argentina
Saturday, May 29, 2021
The pandemic's toll on Argentina was symbolized in a viral photo of a young COIVD-19 patient, unconscious on a hospital floor. We look at the latest measures and government response in the country.
What A New Constitution Could Mean For Chile
Thursday, May 27, 2021
Chile is working to create an entirely new constitution, entrusting the mission to an assembly of 155 newly-elected people. They will rewrite a document from the Pinochet dictatorship 40 years ago.
Brazil Senate Examines Government's Handling Of Pandemic
Thursday, May 20, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic rages in Brazil, an inquiry is underway. An army general, who served as health minister, testified to senators determined to hold the government accountable.
Low Global Vaccination Rate Sparks Fears Of COVID-19 Surges
Tuesday, May 04, 2021
As the world watches India battle a crushing COVID-19 surge, many countries fear they could be next. Most of the world is struggling to get even a small percentage of their population vaccinated.
Brazil's COVID-19 Deaths Top 400,000 Amid Fears Of Worsening Crisis
Thursday, April 29, 2021
Daily death tolls have dropped, but experts are wary of another surge. President Jair Bolsonaro, amid a Senate probe into the country's pandemic response, continues to attack health measures.
Brazil's Senate Investigates Who To Blame For Country's COVID-19 Crisis
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
A parliamentary inquiry has begun in Brazil into the president's pandemic response. He's downplayed the pandemic — leading to devastating COVID-19 surges that have overwhelmed hospitals.
Biden Hoping For Brazil's Bolsonaro To Agree To Stop Destroying The Amazon Rainforest
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
The Biden administration is hoping Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro will commit to climate standards for the Amazon. Activists warn of the folly of a deal with Bolsonaro, who's long dismissed climate concerns.
Chile's COVID-19 Vaccination Program Was Largely Successful — But The Virus Persists
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Chile has been praised worldwide for its COVID-19 vaccination program, inoculating a higher proportion of its population than all but two countries. Yet Chile's battle against the pandemic isn't over.