US military deploying over 4,000 additional troops to waters around Latin America as part of Trump’s counter-cartel mission

By Natasha Bertrand, CNN (CNN) — The US military is deploying more than 4,000 Marines and sailors to the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean as part of a ramped-up effort to combat drug cartels, two US defense officials told CNN — a...

From Korea to Latin America, HYBE launches back-to-back boy band projects

HYBE is rolling out two new boy band projects aimed at both domestic and international audiences, raising expectations for their global performance. First up is BigHit Music’s new boy group, CORTIS, the label’s first such act in six years. The...

JetBlue expands with Florida, Latin America, and Caribbean additions

Fresh Florida Flying To/From Daytona Beach (DAB): Launch Timing: Frequency: Introductory fares starting at:2 Boston (BOS) December 4, 2025 1x daily, year-round $59 New York (JFK) December 4, 2025 1x daily, year-round $59 To/From Vero Beach (VRB):...

Carlos A. Gimenez voices support for democracy in Latin America amid Bolivian election

JetBlue Expands Network With New Florida, Latin America & Caribbean Routes

JetBlue Airways has announced a new wave of expansion in three core markets for the carrier: Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean. These consist of new routes along with some returning destinations. Some of the highlights include JetBlue's...

"Latin American blueberries have maintained an edge over other origins"

Blueberries continue to hold the largest share of India's imported berries, with origins from the USA, Chile, Peru, and Poland gaining popularity in both fresh and frozen formats, says Manish Kumar Sharma, New Delhi‑based importer‑exporter at Best...

Argentina’s Milei to use Genesis Prize money to deepen Israel-Latin America ties

JTA — The Genesis Prize Foundation, dubbed the “Jewish Nobel,” announced Monday that its $1 million award to Argentinian President Javier Milei will support a new initiative aimed at deepening ties between Israel and Latin America. Conceived by...

Rick Scott thanks U.S. officials for support on Latin America and warns Floridians about hurricanes

Rick Scott, U.S. Senator from Florida, addressed several topics in recent posts on his X (formerly Twitter) account, including regional politics in Latin America and hurricane preparedness for Floridians.On August 13, 2025, Scott expressed...

Trump shrugs off Latin American nations moving closer to China

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said he was not worried about Brazil, Mexico and other Latin American nations moving closer to China, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “They can do whatever they want.” The remarks came during a brief...

Over 30 Groups Urge Congress to Block Trump’s Military Plan Against Drug Cartels

Washington, D.C. — More than 30 humanitarian, immigrant rights, veteran advocacy, and public interest groups are calling on Congress to reject the Trump administration’s plan to use military force against drug cartels in Latin America. The...

Challenging the media bigotry on Latin American machismo

MISOGYNY is “a very serious problem for Latin America,” reports the Guardian, reeling off the attacks on feminism by Argentina’s ultra-right president, Javier Milei. “Of course, Latin women continue to learn from those in the West,” it says,...

Colombia mourns a senator, Bolivia prepares to vote and more top photos this week from Latin America

Colombian Sen. Miguel Uribe’s wife Claudia Tarazona mourned his death two months after he was shot at a political rally in Bogotá. Bolivians cheered on their politicians of choice ahead of the country's Aug. 17 presidential and legislative...

Latam FX, stocks eye weekly gains

BRASILIA: Most emerging market currencies were subdued on Friday as investors anticipated the outcome of high-stakes ongoing US–Russia talks, while those in Latin America strengthened on prospects of lower US interest rates. US President Donald...

Senator John Cornyn highlights new Texas laws and global economic concerns on social media

Senator John Cornyn, a Republican from Texas, posted a series of tweets on August 17, 2025, addressing issues ranging from corporate governance in Texas to economic developments in China and Latin America.In one tweet, Cornyn commented on recent...

Memory tests reliable for Alzheimer’s, dementia assessment in Latin American populations

August 14, 2025 3 min read Add topic to email alerts Subscribe We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact customerservice@slackinc.com. Back to Healio Key takeaways: Testing...

Eminem-Produced Documentary 'STANS' Headed To Paramount+

Eminem-produced documentary STANS is set to stream on Paramount+ later this month. STANS, directed by Emmy-winning director Steven Leckart, will be available in the U.S., Canada, Latin America and Brazil starting August 26. The documentary will...

Five Key Recommendations to Strengthen Cybersecurity in Latin America and the Caribbean

​ Cybersecurity is now a core element of legal, regulatory, and business risk management. In Latin America and the Caribbean, organizations face mounting pressure to demonstrate proactive compliance with evolving data protection laws,...

Mexico City Mayor Rejects Trump’s Portrayal of Latin American Cities

Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum has defended her city’s safety record, stating that the Mexican capital is safer than Washington, D.C., while simultaneously rejecting former U.S. President Donald Trump’s characterization of Latin American...

Why so many South American doctors have come to Mallorca

Latin American doctors in Mallorca are becoming less and less a rarity | Credit: BearFotos/Shutterstock Working in Mallorca as a doctor from Latin America can bring unexpected challenges. You think you’ve mastered the language of your new country...

U.S. Deploys Forces To Take On Latin American Drug Cartels In The Southern Caribbean

U.S. air and naval forces are set to deploy to the Southern Caribbean Sea following President Donald Trump’s directive for the Pentagon to use the military for operations against Latin American drug cartels, Reuters reported on Thursday. Sources...