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Latin American Higher Education: Growth Amidst Persistent Inequalities

Despite a significant increase in tertiary enrollment in Latin America—reaching over 30 million students in 2022— persistent inequalities in access, high dropout rates, and a lack of uniform quality standards remain major challenges.

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Morales's Personalism Jeopardizes MAS in Upcoming Bolivian Elections

Accused of rape and with an arrest warrant, former Bolivian president Evo Morales's actions have fueled social unrest, fragmented his MAS party, and severely damaged his chances in the upcoming August 17th elections, highlighting the risks of unchecked personalist leadership.

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Colombian Senator Shot: Child Hitman Highlights Latin America's Juvenile Crime Crisis

On June 7th, 2024, a 14-year-old in Colombia shot Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay; the incident highlights the ongoing problem of child soldiers in Latin America, exacerbated by poverty, lack of opportunity, and flawed justice systems.

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EL PAÍS México Receives Six Gabo Award Nominations

EL PAÍS México received six nominations for the 2025 Gabo Awards, including a text nomination for "Chiapas, territorio tomado," which details the impact of criminal groups in the Mexican state of Chiapas, along with nominations in photography, coverage, and audio categories, highlighting issues of m...

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Death of Violeta Barrios de Chamorro: Nicaragua's Peacemaker

Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, Nicaragua's first democratically elected president, died at 95 in Costa Rica; her 1990-1997 presidency ended a brutal civil war and brought peace, but her legacy is now challenged by the Ortega regime.

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China Fuels Latin America's Green Transition

China's substantial investments are rapidly expanding renewable energy infrastructure across Latin America, addressing the region's need for funding and technology while aligning with its goals for inclusive growth and job creation.

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World Cup 2026: Scheduling Favors Europe, Risks Player Well-being

The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, faces scheduling conflicts due to extreme summer heat in southern US venues; midday game start times benefit European television audiences but negatively impact player performance and safety; FIFA's scheduling prioritizes European viewersh...

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Chile's Presidential Primaries: A Legal Holiday with Voting Leave".

On June 29th, 2024, Chile will hold presidential primaries; it's a legal holiday, but not irrenounceable, allowing most businesses to operate. Workers get a three-hour voting leave, with penalties for non-compliance from employers.

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Latin America's Struggle Against a Surging Criminal Tide

The Economist details the alarming rise of transnational organized crime in Latin America, highlighting Ecuador's role as a key drug trafficking hub and the failures of current government strategies, proposing reforms including drug policy changes and strengthened judicial independence.

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Trump Ends Humanitarian Parole for Hundreds of Thousands of Immigrants

President Trump ended the Biden administration's humanitarian parole program, impacting 531,670 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela; the DHS claims the program was disastrous and led to fraudulent claims, while opponents argue the decision is inhumane and will increase illegal immi...

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Telefónica Sells Ecuadorian Subsidiary to Millicom for $380 Million

Telefónica sold its Ecuadorian subsidiary, Telefónica Ecuador (Movistar), to Millicom for $380 million, marking Telefónica's fifth Latin American divestment and strengthening Millicom's regional presence. The sale is subject to regulatory approval.

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China's Green Investment Fuels Latin America's Renewable Energy Transition

China's substantial investment in Latin America's renewable energy sector, including a 300-megawatt solar plant in Argentina and upgrades to Brazil's power grid, is accelerating the region's green transition, creating jobs, and addressing energy needs; however, navigating regulatory complexities and...

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