Federal agents have arrested hundreds of immigrants off New York and New Jersey streets in a stealth enforcement campaign that disproportionately targeted people from Latin American countries. The arrests have rattled Latino neighborhoods, with many immigrants fearing kidnapping and some encounters turning violent.
Russia's ambassador to Cuba, Viktor Koronelli, stated that Russia continues to provide food aid to the island through its contributions to the UN World Food Program (WFP). He met with WFP Regional Director Lena Savelli to discuss ongoing assistance amid difficult conditions caused by US measures.
The US military killed three people in a boat strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday, part of an ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This brings the total killed to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these strikes, especially as fentanyl is often trafficked over land.
Brazil's top foreign policy adviser, Celso Amorim, stated that the AI race is a two-power contest between the US and China, with Latin America and Europe sidelined. He proposed Brazil should draw capital and technology from both sides, utilizing BRICS and the Global South to maintain balance.
SpaceX's historic $85.7bn IPO made Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. The US government ordered Anthropic to restrict foreign access to its advanced AI models due to cybersecurity concerns. Meanwhile, a project in Latin America aims to develop region-specific AI models.
Colombia has become the first Latin American country to unanimously pass legislation prohibiting female genital mutilation (FGM). The bill, championed by Indigenous leaders and politicians, now awaits presidential approval and focuses on awareness and education rather than punishment.
Despite not having a team, China is a major player in the 2026 World Cup's logistics in Mexico, providing railways, buses, official footballs, and digital services through companies like Tencent Cloud and Alicloud, while Lenovo offers AI for match analysis.
Hector Guerrero Flores, alias "Nino Guerrero," leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, was killed in a US-Venezuelan raid. The gang, designated a terrorist organization by the US, is active in eight South American countries and involved in drug trafficking and extortion.
Hector Guerrero Flores, alias "Nino Guerrero," leader of the Tren de Aragua, was killed in a US-Venezuelan raid. The gang, founded in Venezuela in 2014, is designated a terrorist organization and active in eight South American countries, involved in drug trafficking and extortion.
Huawei is considering deploying its new Ascend AI chips in its cloud and AI services across Latin America, according to Mark Chen, president of Huawei Cloud Latin America. This move could increase Chinese hardware presence in a region traditionally served by US suppliers.
Singer Mon Laferte discusses her "Femme Fatale" persona, new albums, and embracing taboos. She contrasts her stage alter ego with her private life in Tepoztlán, Mexico, where she lives a normal life with her son.
Singer Mon Laferte discusses her "Femme Fatale" albums, embracing her alter ego, and her punk-inspired activism, including a protest at the Latin Grammys. She contrasts her public persona with her private life in Mexico.
Bitso is expanding its partnership with Ripple by bringing its MXNB stablecoin to the XRP Ledger. It will be used with Ripple's RLUSD for enterprise cross-border settlements between the US and Mexico, aiming to reduce costs and improve efficiency in remittances.
Google's AI browser feature, Gemini in Chrome, is now available in Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa, expanding its global reach with the exception of Europe. The feature offers personalized browsing assistance, task automation, and integration with Google apps.
Ant International and Mexico's Clip have launched the Mi Clip e-wallet, aiming to reduce cash dominance in Mexico by offering financial services and credit solutions. The initiative leverages AI and Mastercard's network to build formal financial identities for users.
The Trump administration is aggressively intervening in Latin America through military actions, sanctions, and threats, under a redefined Monroe Doctrine, aiming to exert control over the region, with significant actions in Venezuela, Cuba, Ecuador, and Colombia.
A US federal judge ruled that the Trump administration unlawfully barred applicants from 39 travel-ban countries from receiving immigration benefits, throwing their lives into legal limbo.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul visits Mexico to discuss drug trafficking and economy. Meanwhile, in Germany, CDU cancels an event ahead of key elections, over 50,000 affected by Nazi laws granted citizenship, and more than half of German businesses use AI.
China's significant economic presence in Latin America, built over two decades through trade and investment, faces challenges. Donald Trump's return as US president raises questions about whether this economic power can translate into lasting political influence, with Panama's shift potentially signaling a changing regional environment.
Peruvians head to the polls Sunday to elect a new president, with a conservative shift in Latin America and the potential victory of a far-right senator, daughter of a former dictator, marking the election.
US military strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats in the Eastern Pacific have killed at least 207 people since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, especially as fentanyl often enters the US via land routes.
The SCMP reports on US concerns about Cuba's ties to China and Russia, Panama's efforts to balance relations with the US and China regarding canal ports, and Argentina's impending settlement of a US$5 billion debt with China's central bank.
Peru and Colombia face crucial elections where right-wing populism, backed by figures like Trump, clashes with radical left-wing candidates. Keiko Fujimori leads in Peru, while in Colombia, the choice is between Cepeda and Abelardo, with concerns about democratic threats from both sides.
US designation of Brazilian gangs PCC and CV as terrorist organizations is seen by analysts and politicians as a political move to aid Flavio Bolsonaro's election campaign against Lula da Silva. Experts note the gangs do not operate in the US and cocaine routes do not pass through Brazil.
