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Mission District
fromSan Jose Inside
1 day ago

SJ Hosts Two Big Cinco de Mayo Festivals Saturday with Parade in East San Jose

Two cultural festivals celebrating Cinco de Mayo will take place in San Jose on May 3, featuring parades, live performances, and food vendors.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Cuba and Colombia, the main recruitment hubs for the Russian army in Latin America

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has led to increased recruitment of foreign fighters by both sides, with deceptive practices targeting vulnerable populations.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 days ago

7 Wonders of South America to See Before You Die

South America offers extraordinary, lesser-known wonders that require effort to reach, showcasing its rich history and natural beauty.
#venezuela
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Have you been to Caracas yet?': the question investors are asking about Venezuela

Venezuela's economy is recovering with liberalization efforts, particularly in oil production, attracting foreign investment despite ongoing uncertainties.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Venezuela: German entrepreneurs bet on business boom

Venezuela's reopening after years of decline is expected to attract foreign investment, particularly in the oil sector.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Have you been to Caracas yet?': the question investors are asking about Venezuela

Venezuela's economy is recovering with liberalization efforts, particularly in oil production, attracting foreign investment despite ongoing uncertainties.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Venezuela: German entrepreneurs bet on business boom

Venezuela's reopening after years of decline is expected to attract foreign investment, particularly in the oil sector.
Design
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Climate and Collective Use: Architectural Permeability in Latin America

Architecture in Latin America often features open structures that enhance connectivity with the environment, prioritizing lightness and permeability over traditional enclosure.
Berlin music
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Brazilian Pop Singer "Bia Ferreria" Live at SF International Arts Festival (2026)

Bia Ferreira's music addresses feminism, anti-racism, and homophobia, aiming to create discomfort that inspires movement and change.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 days ago

Two Brazilian curators selected to organise 2027 Bienal de Sao Paulo

"For the second time, two Brazilian curators are taking on, together and on equal footing, the artistic leadership of an edition," said Andrea Pinheiro, the president of the Fundação Bienal de São Paulo. "It is a decision born of a careful collective selection process and a clear conviction: that there exists, in Brazil, a curatorial generation with the talent, experience and vision necessary to keep the Bienal de São Paulo at the centre of the artistic debate of our time."
Arts
#colombia
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Colombia, Venezuela hold key talks in post-Maduro visit

Colombia and Venezuela agreed on military cooperation to combat crime along their shared border, focusing on illegal activities like drug trafficking and human trafficking.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Colombia, Venezuela hold key talks in post-Maduro visit

Colombia and Venezuela agreed on military cooperation to combat crime along their shared border, focusing on illegal activities like drug trafficking and human trafficking.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

B3 to Launch Bitcoin-Linked Prediction Contracts as Brazil Bans Polymarket and Kalshi

B3 launches six Event Contracts, including bitcoin, while banning derivatives on sports and political events.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Three disasters in three years: Brazil's deadly floods show women are the first to die' when extreme weather hits

The mudslide in Petropolis in February 2022 killed 233 people, and displaced many more. Over the past decade, climate-related disasters have displaced 250 million people globally, equivalent to 70,000 people forced from their homes every day.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Street culture is about revolution': Brazilian hip-hop' painter Paulo Nimer Pjota

Paulo Nimer Pjota describes his artistic process as akin to a hip-hop producer, sampling imagery and motifs from diverse sources, including ancient civilizations and Brazilian folklore.
Arts
fromOpen Culture
3 days ago

When Brazil Built Its Capital on Modernist Principles: The Controversial Design of Brasilia

The International Style represents an attempt to develop a culturally neutral aesthetic for all built environments, deployable equally in Europe, Asia, the Americas, and everywhere else besides.
Design
#brazil
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
World politics

They want to colonise us': Brazil's Lula warns of foreign interference

Brazilian President Lula criticizes US colonial approaches in Latin America and its interventions in countries like Cuba and Venezuela.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
World politics

Why a T-shirt hiding in a hit movie is trending with Brazilian progressives: Almost every day they sell out'

A vintage 1978 yellow T-shirt from Olinda's Pitombeira has become a symbol of Brazilian leftist identity after exposure in The Secret Agent and Moura's awards.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Latam Insights: Brazil Bans Predictions Markets, Report Highlights Region's Mining Potential

Brazil has banned non-financial prediction markets, while showing potential for Bitcoin mining growth in the region.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

They want to colonise us': Brazil's Lula warns of foreign interference

Brazilian President Lula criticizes US colonial approaches in Latin America and its interventions in countries like Cuba and Venezuela.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

These Are the World's 10 Most Unmissable Festivals, According to a New Ranking

Festivals provide vibrant cultural experiences, with Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Holi in Mathura, and Day of the Dead in Oaxaca ranking among the best.
Madrid food
fromCN Traveller
1 week ago

The Latin American food capital you're not talking about

Chile's culinary scene blends creativity with tradition, reflecting a reserved culture shaped by its historical past.
Miami
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I moved my family from Florida to Colombia. The lifestyle is affordable and we love the vibrant culture, but it's hard to adjust to the lack of urgency.

A family moved from Orlando to Medellin for safety and cultural reasons, prioritizing their children's well-being and embracing a new lifestyle.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

Hashrate Index: Brazil and Venezuela Show Potential to Grow Latam's Bitcoin Mining Share

Paraguay holds the fourth place in global hashrate with 4.3%, while Brazil has increased its hashrate share by 133% year-over-year, creating new opportunities for miners.
Cryptocurrency
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I spent 10 weeks backpacking through South America. Here are the 4 places I'd visit again in a heartbeat.

Traveling through South America revealed unforgettable experiences in cities like Buenos Aires and Ushuaia, each offering unique attractions and memories.
Music
fromDefector
3 weeks ago

Brazilian Funk Continues Innovating Methods For Getting Your Shit Rocked | Defector

Brazilian funk is a deep and evolving genre that incorporates diverse rhythms and styles, offering a thrilling musical journey for listeners.
#cuba
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
World politics

Mexico, Spain and Brazil call for Cuba's sovereignty to be protected

Mexico, Brazil, and Spain pledged aid to Cuba, emphasizing respect for its sovereignty amid US pressure for leadership change.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
World politics

Spain, Brazil, Mexico vow to boost Cuba aid amid US threats

Spain, Brazil, and Mexico are increasing aid to Cuba, citing a humanitarian crisis caused by the US blockade.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Mexico, Spain and Brazil call for Cuba's sovereignty to be protected

Mexico, Brazil, and Spain pledged aid to Cuba, emphasizing respect for its sovereignty amid US pressure for leadership change.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Spain, Brazil, Mexico vow to boost Cuba aid amid US threats

Spain, Brazil, and Mexico are increasing aid to Cuba, citing a humanitarian crisis caused by the US blockade.
#latin-america
Marketing
fromForbes
4 weeks ago

How Soccer Can Help Brands Reach New Markets In Latin America This Summer

The FIFA World Cup 2026 presents a significant marketing opportunity for brands to engage with passionate soccer fans in Latin America.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

The US is no longer the go-to place': How Korean culture is taking Latin America by storm

The Korean wave or hallyu that brought the country's culture to the world has now well and truly engulfed Latin America.
Madrid food
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 weeks ago

The Paradoxical Delights of South America's Biggest Art Fair

SP-Arte 22nd edition showcases a blend of global and regional art, emphasizing Brazil's role in transcontinental artistic connections.
World politics
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 weeks ago

Latam Seen as Opportunity Land by Investors Navigating War

Latam markets are emerging as investment opportunities due to their isolation from the ongoing energy crisis caused by geopolitical conflicts.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Sounds of Latin America: A Violin and Piano Journey

Pianist Dr. Gabriela Calderón and violinist Dr. Catalina Barraza celebrate the rich musical heritage of Latin America.
SF music
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

These Popular Latin American Destinations Come With Varying Travel Advisories-What to Know About Safety in Central and South America Right Now

Safety is crucial for travelers in Central and South America, with varying advisories and precautions in place across different countries.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Latin America: In the Shadow of the US | Ep 2 Wars

The 1980s bring revolutionary wars, CIA-backed conflict and the violent birth of a new democratic era. Episode 2: Wars begins with Nicaragua's Sandinista revolution, which promised egalitarian transformation through literacy crusades. But civil war erupted as United States President Ronald Reagan's administration covertly backed the Contra rebels, plunging the nation into turmoil and suffering. Panama transitioned from Omar Torrijos's diplomatic triumphs over the Panama Canal to Manuel Noriega's sinister collaboration with both the CIA and drug cartels.
US politics
History
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Who Decides What Is Worth Preserving? Power and Heritage in Latin America

Heritage is a community-rooted process linking identity, place, and memory, shaped by contested professional decisions amid inequality and ecological crisis.
Artificial intelligence
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Gender, racism and xenophobia: The biases of artificial intelligence in Latin America

Large language models reproduce gender, class, racial, and xenophobic stereotypes when responding to prompts in Spanish, with classism, racism, and xenophobia showing the most striking biases.
Music
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

"Music is the new gastronomy": How the rise of LatAm music is changing the face of travel

Latin American music is driving tourism and shaping cultural travel experiences in Puerto Rico, Colombia, Mexico and Belize.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

Science and Culture in Latin America, Alejo Stark

Scientific knowledge is culturally embedded; Indigenous and colonial practices fundamentally shaped modern science, and values and power influence inquiry.
Arts
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Amazonia's Indigenous peoples dismantle Western cliches

European depictions of the Amazon as a timeless wilderness ignore its cultural diversity and historical complexity.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Fandango unveils new global brand strategy for Latin America

Fandango, the leading digital network for moviegoers, is expanding its focus in Latin America, a fast-growing market for theatrical films. The company announced today (March 27) at CinemaCon, the annual convention for theater owners, that it is rolling out a new global brand strategy that includes the launch of new ticketing destinations at its subsidiaries Ingresso.com in Brazil and Fandango Latin America (formerly Cinepapaya), as well as seven key countries in Spanish-speaking Latin America: Peru; Colombia; Argentina; Mexico; Chile; Ecuador and Bolivia.
Film
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Argentina grants asylum to Brasilia rioter in move that may sway Brazil vote

Argentina granted asylum to a Brazilian convicted of participating in the January 2023 pro-Bolsonaro riots, potentially affecting Brazil's political landscape.
History
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The hidden history of Afro-Bolivians: From slavery in silver mines to fighting for power

Cerro Rico produced massive quantities of global silver through enslaved African labor under brutal conditions in colonial Bolivia.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

How the Global Rise of Latin American Music Is Shaping Travel

In the just-named Grammy Album of the Year, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS-which Bad Bunny has declared his " most Puerto Rican album " to date-the supernova reggaetonero painted an evocative portrait of the Caribbean island, while declaring to a whopping 8.6 million listeners: "VOY A LLeVARTE PA PR" (I'm going to bring you to Puerto Rico). And he did. Last year, a record-breaking number of tourists-7,486,000 to be exact-visited Puerto Rico's tropical shores.
Music
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

How Rio de Janeiro's famous carnival rescued the human scale of the city

Carnival rehearsals and blocos transform Rio's streets into vibrant pedestrian spaces, mobilizing millions, reshaping urban life, and revitalizing neighborhoods.
#us-latin-america-relations
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

An ideological guest list': Trump invites Latin America's rightwing leaders to Florida summit

Trump is hosting Latin American leaders at a Miami golf resort to reassert US dominance in the region and counter Chinese influence through aggressive military and economic interventions.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Juan Gabriel Tokatlian: If Peru, Colombia, and Brazil shift to the right, the US will have the bulk of Latin America under its influence'

The Trump administration is reviving Cold War-era domination strategies toward Latin America, asserting U.S. power and demanding regional compliance through coordinated diplomatic pressure.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Juan Gabriel Tokatlian: If Peru, Colombia, and Brazil shift to the right, the US will have the bulk of Latin America under its influence'

The Trump administration is reviving Cold War-era domination strategies toward Latin America, asserting U.S. power and demanding regional compliance through coordinated diplomatic pressure.
History
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Japanese-Brazilians: the intimate relationship between two very different cultures

Japanese-Brazilians form a large, culturally blended community rooted in early 20th-century immigration, shaped by labor needs, racial policies, and wartime persecution.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Rio carnival to offer towering tribute to Lula, the greatest Brazilian of all time'

Academicos de Niteroi will honor Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva with a 22-metre effigy and a parade depicting his life, achievements, and defense of democracy.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Legacy in Matter: Material Traditions in South American Architecture

South American architecture endures through materials like brick, bamboo, wood, and concrete that persist because they continue to work and remain embedded in construction practices and daily use.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

SXSW 2026: 15 Latin music acts we're excited to see

South by Southwest 2026 features over 150 Latin music acts, more than doubling from 2024, marking the festival's biggest year for the genre in over a decade.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Latin America seeks its own voice in a turbulent world

Seven Latin American heads of state convened in Panama at CAF's 2026 forum, turning a trade-focused meeting into a politically charged regional multilateral summit.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Spanish-speaking Bad Bunny stirs lost Latin identity among Brazil's music fans

Bad Bunny's popularity in Brazil is strengthening a sense of Latin identity among Brazilians and boosting demand for Latin music.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Bolivia's ex-leader Morales reappears in stronghold after 7-week absence

Evo Morales reappeared in Chapare after nearly seven weeks, denied fleeing, cited chikungunya, and pledged to remain despite arrest threats.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Uruguay's candombe brings streets to life as the once-banned musical tradition roars back

Candombe, Uruguay's Afro-descendant music once banned and marginalized, is now experiencing peak popularity after spreading from Black neighborhoods throughout the country.
Arts
fromLondon Unattached
2 months ago

UK/Brazil Season of Culture Highlights

A year-long UK/Brazil Season of Culture fosters deeper mutual understanding through dance, film, and cultural exchange organized by the British Council and Instituto Guimarães Rosa.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Venezuelans in Florida begin to consider returning: What if we go back?'

Maduro's capture has made returning to Venezuela a real but uncertain possibility for many members of the South Florida Venezuelan diaspora.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Latin America: In the Shadow of the US | Ep 1 Coups

US-backed Cold War interventions in Latin America led to military coups, dictatorships, covert operations, resistance movements, regional repression, and lasting political instability.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

I'm Not Learning Your Damn Language': Trump Addresses Latin American Leaders at His Shield Of The Americas' Summit

Trump stated he lacks time to learn Spanish, relying instead on interpreters at a Latin American leaders summit focused on Western Hemisphere security and immigration.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

How the war in Iran is affecting the main economies of Latin America

Latin American oil-producing nations face mixed impacts from Middle East tensions, with Venezuela potentially benefiting from higher crude prices while managing geopolitical complications from reduced Iranian ties.
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