The Ukraine crisis has revived a struggle over Latin America between the U.S. and Russia, as Vladimir V. Putin seeks greater influence in the region.
Tag: Latin America
Años Viejos: Torching the Old Year to Toast the New One
In parts of Latin America, the traditional burning of rag dolls was used to symbolically banish the woes of the year gone by. Nowadays, it’s not uncommon to see TV hosts and ex-presidents going up in flames.
Expanding the Scope of ‘Latin American Art’
Eight not-to-be-missed shows offer scores of creators and local art traditions from New York, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, Mexico and South America.
Chile Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage at Fraught Political Moment
The legalization of same-sex marriage in Chile comes as the country grapples with sweeping demands for social change.
Trust in Science and Scientists Increased Globally, Poll Finds
An international survey found that the pandemic had enhanced public faith in researchers and science, up from 2018.
What’s at Stake in the Honduran Presidential Election?
Hondurans head to the polls on Sunday, but widespread political violence during the campaign and questionable results from 2017 are looming large.
Costa Rica moves to require Covid shots for children.
The Central American nation’s health ministry said on Friday it was adding Covid-19 to the list of required vaccinations for people 18 and younger.
With scant vaccine supplies, the W.H.O. presses Latin America and the Caribbean to hold off on boosters.
Sufficient shipments of doses have been slow to reach many countries in the region and economic inequalities are complicating matters.
As Western Oil Giants Cut Production, State-Owned Companies Step Up
In the Middle East, Africa and Latin America, government-owned energy companies are increasing oil and natural gas production as U.S. and European companies pare supply because of climate concerns.
Rich Nations’ Buying Adds to Latin America’s Vaccine Shortage, W.H.O. Says
The U.N.-backed Covax program will not meet its target of delivering enough doses this year to Latin America and the Caribbean to vaccinate 20 percent of their people.