Colombia launches new digital nomad visa, but is its internet connectivity up to speed?
Santa Marta, Colombia — When you work remotely, having the freedom to travel is a big part of the appeal for many. Colombia is a...
Month : March 2023
President Gustavo Petro’s son under investigation by Colombian authorities
Medellín, Colombia — Colombia’s Inspector General opened an investigation into President Gustavo Petro’s eldest son, Nicolás Petro, on March 3 following an accusation from his...
2022 an “unprecedented” year for aggression against journalists in Peru
Lima, Peru — In September 2021, Hellen Meniz, a journalist with one of Peru’s largest broadcast news agencies, RPP, was attempting to interview former President...
Brazilian courts will decide if soccer star Robinho, convicted in Italy for rape, can serve time in Brazil
São Paulo, Brazil – The Brazilian Justice admitted a request from the government of Italy and will judge whether the soccer player Robinho, condemned by...
In Brazil, 14 women are physically assaulted per minute: new study
São Paulo, Brazil – In 2022, around 7.4 million Brazilian women suffered some type of physical violence, such as punches, slaps and kicks. This represents...
6 soldiers die crossing river to escape protesters in southern Peru
Lima, Peru — Peru’s Ministry of Defense reported that six soldiers died over the weekend as they tried to cross the Ilave river in the...
What Brazil can do better to protect 4 million people living in natural disaster-prone areas
São Paulo, Brazil — More than 4 million people live in 14,000 extremely high risk areas for natural disasters according to Brazil’s government. Every rainy...
Brazilian wineries involved in a slave labor scandal
São Paulo, Brazil – Brazil’s Federal Police along with the Ministry of Labor rescued more than 200 people who were living and working in slave-like...
Cali peace secretary proposes “camp zones” for armed groups in Colombia’s “Total Peace” strategy
Medellín, Colombia — In a letter to President Gustavo Petro, the peace secretary for Colombia’s third largest city, Cali, outlined a five-step strategy to stop...
Elon Musk’s bet on nearshoring Tesla production in Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico — After days of speculation and debate, Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed that his electric car company will build a manufacturing plant...
