Stories about Americas
Trumpet call: How a second Trump term will affect US ties with India and Nepal
In South Asia, Trump's reelection will alter Washington's approach to China and India, with Nepal's impact hinging on the evolution of U.S. relations with its two large neighbours.
Americans voted and the Caribbean has reacted
The outcome of the 2024 American presidential election has Caribbean netizens wondering about what Trump's upcoming second term in office might mean for things like immigration, trade, tourism, and climate cooperation.
Brazil: What is next after the conviction of Marielle Franco's killers?
Pleas for justice continue even after the jury's decision. The men who committed the crime were convicted, but now people demand answers about those who ordered the killing.
In Jamaica, a ‘Beryl’ous period without piped water
"It was a juggling act — using my kerosine lantern in the bathroom, using as little water as possible, and managing my menstrual hygiene while the storm threatened my home."
From school buses to fast-charging stations, the Dominican Republic accelerates shift to electric vehicles
While the Dominican Republic's electric vehicle market is growing, it still faces challenges, including the need for optimised incentives for EV purchases and improved charging infrastructure in rural areas.
‘Water the seeds’ of democracy against political violence in Brazil: Marielle Franco's legacy
" ... [A]bout eight out of 10 Black women in the 2020 elections in Brazil experienced virtual violence; six out of 10 experienced moral and psychological violence, and five out of 10 suffered from institutional violence."
The fascinating ghosts and monsters of Jamaica's folklore
Jamaicans don’t really “get” Halloween, but the island's folklore is replete with stories of “duppies” – ghosts or spirits – and monsters, many of them with roots in African retentions.
Heroes or icons? Jamaicans are divided on the creation of a new national honour
Bob Marley and Louise Bennett-Coverley are to the inaugural recipients of Jamaica's “Order of National Icon” for their legendary contributions” to Jamaica’s cultural heritage. But has the honour fallen short?
The ‘Kamala effect’ on the Latino vote
According to all polls, the November 5 presidential election will be very close. Will the Democratic candidate be able to get Latinos to tip the balance in her favor?
‘Buy solar panels,’ Cuban officials say as the island faces another critical blackout
In several parts of the island, people are staging nighttime protests against the regime, seeking the cover of darkness for security.
History or productivity? Jamaica erupts over national holiday proposal
“Comfort and convenience cannot be our response to the deaths and atrocities of the Middle Passage.”
Brazilians raise debate on reducing working hours through the ‘VAT movement’
The “Life Beyond Work” movement aims to challenge the current labor law, which mandates eight-hour workdays and four hours on Saturdays, totaling 44 hours per week.
Starlink resists making changes in identifying users in Brazil's Amazon region
In Brazil, Starlink antennas have become instruments “for conducting environmental crimes,” yet the company is resisting calls to add increased security measures that might curb illegal mining and prospecting.
What is behind China’s latest military drills around Taiwan?
As pointed out by many China observers, the unprovoked drills aim at manifesting China’s ability to strangle or choke, if not takedown, Taiwan in a swift manner.
Progress or freedom: Speeches by the presidents of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and El Salvador at the UN
Of all the speeches by Latin American leaders, these five are examples of the political tendencies in the region.
How Guyana is striving towards the 30×30 conservation target
The protection of forests helps conserve biodiversity, and ensures that communities dependent on these ecosystems are able to maintain a decent standard of living as well as access to resources.
Caribbean environmental experts call for more collaboration to meet 30×30 goal
From the region’s diverse ecosystems that span from coral reefs to rainforests, the effectiveness of environmental activists’ work in the conservation trust fund space can benefit from cross-sector support.
World Mental Health Day: In Trinidad & Tobago, a call to deal with bullying after a student's suicide
Harassment at work affects mental health and quality of life. But what happens when “work” is school, harassment takes the form of bullying, and there's seemingly no place to turn?
A Chinese mining company relocated a whole Peruvian town. Now, they are struggling to survive
In 2013, a Chinese mining company forcibly relocated a community of 5,000+ people in Peru. Ten years later, the community is living in poverty and the company has failed to honor its promises.
Brazil's Supreme Court lifts suspension of X after Musk backs down
After weeks of Musk challenging Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Moraes, X's Global Affairs account posted a statement saying they intended to act “within the boundaries of the law.”
Why St. Lucia's hosting of a regional environmental event is significant
Participants have been doing stocktaking on the progress towards the “30×30” conservation target, a key element of the recently adopted Global Biodiversity Framework.
