Showing 85 to 96 of 208 results
Ecuador's Top Prosecutor Resigns Amid Death Threats
Diana Salazar, Ecuador's Attorney General for six years, resigned on Tuesday, citing death threats. Her tenure was marked by high-profile convictions in corruption and drug trafficking cases, including those involving former President Rafael Correa and Vice President Jorge Glas.
Ecuador's Top Prosecutor Resigns Amid Death Threats
Diana Salazar, Ecuador's Attorney General for six years, resigned on Tuesday, citing death threats. Her tenure was marked by high-profile convictions in corruption and drug trafficking cases, including those involving former President Rafael Correa and Vice President Jorge Glas.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Glas Linked to Villavicencio Assassination Investigation
Former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas has been linked to the investigation of the 2023 assassination of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio; his lawyer claims it's political persecution, while the Fiscalía alleges witness testimony implicating Glas in the planning of the murder from ...
Glas Linked to Villavicencio Assassination Investigation
Former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas has been linked to the investigation of the 2023 assassination of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio; his lawyer claims it's political persecution, while the Fiscalía alleges witness testimony implicating Glas in the planning of the murder from ...
Progress
68% Bias Score
Ecuadorian Soldiers Killed in Amazon Ambush
An ambush in Ecuador's Amazon region killed 11 soldiers and one criminal during an anti-illegal mining operation; the attack, carried out by the Comandos de Frontera group, highlights the growing threat from transnational organized crime.
Ecuadorian Soldiers Killed in Amazon Ambush
An ambush in Ecuador's Amazon region killed 11 soldiers and one criminal during an anti-illegal mining operation; the attack, carried out by the Comandos de Frontera group, highlights the growing threat from transnational organized crime.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Ecuador Battles Localized Outbreaks of Whooping Cough, Yellow Fever, and Leptospirosis
Ecuador is battling localized outbreaks of whooping cough (321 cases) and yellow fever (4 cases), prompting vaccination drives, increased surveillance, and mandatory yellow fever vaccination for travelers from Colombia, Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia (ages 1-59). A leptospirosis outbreak in Morona Santia...
Ecuador Battles Localized Outbreaks of Whooping Cough, Yellow Fever, and Leptospirosis
Ecuador is battling localized outbreaks of whooping cough (321 cases) and yellow fever (4 cases), prompting vaccination drives, increased surveillance, and mandatory yellow fever vaccination for travelers from Colombia, Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia (ages 1-59). A leptospirosis outbreak in Morona Santia...
Progress
36% Bias Score
2.9 Tons of Cocaine Seized Near Galapagos Islands
Ecuadorian authorities intercepted 2.9 tons of cocaine aboard a vessel 175 nautical miles northeast of San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos, arresting 22 individuals and disrupting a transnational drug trafficking operation estimated to cause a \$6 million loss to criminals.
2.9 Tons of Cocaine Seized Near Galapagos Islands
Ecuadorian authorities intercepted 2.9 tons of cocaine aboard a vessel 175 nautical miles northeast of San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos, arresting 22 individuals and disrupting a transnational drug trafficking operation estimated to cause a \$6 million loss to criminals.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Record Cocaine Seizures Highlight Germany's Drug Crisis
Germany is experiencing a surge in cocaine trafficking due to market changes in North America and Afghanistan's opium ban, resulting in record cocaine seizures and a sharp increase in cocaine consumption, highlighting the need for a comprehensive national strategy.
Record Cocaine Seizures Highlight Germany's Drug Crisis
Germany is experiencing a surge in cocaine trafficking due to market changes in North America and Afghanistan's opium ban, resulting in record cocaine seizures and a sharp increase in cocaine consumption, highlighting the need for a comprehensive national strategy.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Carapaz Wins Stage 11 of Giro d'Italia
Richard Carapaz won stage 11 of the Giro d'Italia on May 16, 2024, soloing the final seven kilometers after attacking on the Pietra di Bismantova climb; Isaac Del Toro retained the overall lead.
Carapaz Wins Stage 11 of Giro d'Italia
Richard Carapaz won stage 11 of the Giro d'Italia on May 16, 2024, soloing the final seven kilometers after attacking on the Pietra di Bismantova climb; Isaac Del Toro retained the overall lead.
Progress
16% Bias Score
Olsen Elected President of Ecuador's National Assembly
Former Ecuadorian Tourism Minister Niels Olsen won the presidency of the National Assembly with 80 votes, surpassing the necessary 77, marking a significant shift in Ecuadorian politics after overcoming opposition from the Revolución Ciudadana party and forging alliances across various parties.
Olsen Elected President of Ecuador's National Assembly
Former Ecuadorian Tourism Minister Niels Olsen won the presidency of the National Assembly with 80 votes, surpassing the necessary 77, marking a significant shift in Ecuadorian politics after overcoming opposition from the Revolución Ciudadana party and forging alliances across various parties.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Ecuadorian Soldiers Killed in Illegal Mining Ambush
Eleven Ecuadorian soldiers died and one was wounded in an ambush by the Comandos de la Frontera group during an anti-illegal mining operation in Orellana province on Friday; one attacker also died.
Ecuadorian Soldiers Killed in Illegal Mining Ambush
Eleven Ecuadorian soldiers died and one was wounded in an ambush by the Comandos de la Frontera group during an anti-illegal mining operation in Orellana province on Friday; one attacker also died.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Leptospirosis Outbreak in Ecuador Claims Eight Children
Leptospirosis caused the deaths of eight children and sickened 46 more in Ecuador's Taisha region; the Ministry of Public Health deployed 60 health officials to treat over 800 patients and prevent further spread.
Leptospirosis Outbreak in Ecuador Claims Eight Children
Leptospirosis caused the deaths of eight children and sickened 46 more in Ecuador's Taisha region; the Ministry of Public Health deployed 60 health officials to treat over 800 patients and prevent further spread.
Progress
32% Bias Score
Record Cocaine Seizures Highlight Germany's Growing Drug Problem
Germany's cocaine seizures reached a record 43 tons in 2023, doubling 2022 figures, amid a rising consumption rate exceeding that of heroin due to market shifts and legalization of marijuana, highlighting challenges in law enforcement and prevention.
Record Cocaine Seizures Highlight Germany's Growing Drug Problem
Germany's cocaine seizures reached a record 43 tons in 2023, doubling 2022 figures, amid a rising consumption rate exceeding that of heroin due to market shifts and legalization of marijuana, highlighting challenges in law enforcement and prevention.
Progress
44% Bias Score
British Man Lynched in Ecuador After Business Dispute
In Ecuador, Michael Hann, a British man, was lynched by a mob after allegedly shooting his business partner due to financial disputes within their tourism company, Kichwa Pathfinder Tours, resulting in a significant escalation of conflict and highlighting issues of law and order in the region.
British Man Lynched in Ecuador After Business Dispute
In Ecuador, Michael Hann, a British man, was lynched by a mob after allegedly shooting his business partner due to financial disputes within their tourism company, Kichwa Pathfinder Tours, resulting in a significant escalation of conflict and highlighting issues of law and order in the region.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Showing 85 to 96 of 208 results