China Lures Taiwan's Latin American Allies
The biggest bloc of Taiwan's few remaining world allies is in Central America and the Caribbean. But even that solidarity is splintering.
Latin America
A 'Voice For The Voiceless': Sainthood For El Salvador's Archbishop Óscar Romero
Romero was an outspoken champion of the poor who pleaded for social justice during a time of widespread violence. On Sunday, Romero will be canonized as a saint at the Vatican.
Mexico's Morgues Are Overflowing As Its Murder Rate Rises
Several cities have resorted to storing dead bodies in refrigerated trailers, including Guadalajara. That sparked a national scandal, after some residents complained about the stench.
'Sports Illustrated' Details How Some Cuban Players Make It To The U.S.
Rachel Martin talks to Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated about Major League Baseball's shady recruitment practices in Latin America. Some teams reportedly broke corruption laws to sign Cuban players.
Seeds Of Maya Genius Grow In A New Kind Of School
It's in Guatemala, where the educational achievement of poor students is severely lacking. Students might dress up in cow costumes, bake bread — or frame a building.
Ancient Maya: Astrologists, Farmers ... And Salt Entrepreneurs?
Evidence from a site in Belize shows the Maya not only had large-scale salt-producing operations along the coast, they were also using salt to preserve fish for their extensive trade networks.
Brazil's Far-Right Presidential Candidate Leads But Can't Avoid A Runoff
Preliminary results show a far-right candidate returned a commanding lead in the first round of the presidential election. He heads to a runoff later this month with the Workers' Party candidate.
'False Calm' Acts As A Record Of Real Life In Patagonia
Argentine writer María Sonia Cristoff wants to be honest: She won't shape her subjects' narratives or take control another person's story. This is both the book's great strength and great weakness.
Brazil's Far-Right Candidate Grabs Lead Ahead Of Second Round Presidential Election
In a defining presidential election that's opened deep divisions, Jair Bolsonaro fell just short of claiming an outright victory, and avert a runoff against leftist rival Fernando Haddad.
Stunning Photos Depict Migrants 'As They'd Rather Be Seen'
The photos avoid war, destruction and poverty — and instead focus on the beauty and resilience of people who leave home in search of a better life.