Here's What Cuba Has Instead Of Advertisements
Cuba doesn't have advertisements. Instead, the island is full of government messages on billboards.
| Kate Grumke and Connor Hickox
South America
Obama Has To Keep Reminding Cuba He's Not Trying To Start A Coup
President Obama has to be careful with his words when he talks about Cuba because of a long and sensitive foreign policy history.
Obama's Cuba Trip Meant Less Press Freedom For These Reporters
President Obama's trip to Havana led to more repressive censorship for independent journalists on the island.
The Rolling Stones Concert In Cuba Was (Mostly) Politics-Free
The Rolling Stones finally brought rock 'n' roll to Cuba in a move many say symbolizes that the country is opening up to the world.
The Timing Of Obama's Argentina Visit Made A Lot Of People Angry
On the 40th anniversary of Argentina's 1976 military coup, thousands marched in protest during President Barack Obama's visit to the country.
What Young Cubans Want Americans To Know
We asked young Cubans what they wish they could tell Americans about their country.
Roger Agnelli, Former CEO Of Mining Company Vale, Dies In Plane Crash
The crash, which occurred in a São Paulo suburb, killed seven people, including the pilot and Agnelli's wife and two children, according to a source.
Brazil's Political Turmoil Is Being Compared To 'House Of Cards'
After Brazil's President Dilma Rousseff appointed a former president accused of corruption as her chief of staff, protests erupted.
Former Brazilian President Taken Into Custody For Questioning
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was taken into custody for questioning about a scandal involving Petrobras oil company.
This Isn't Your Father's Cuba, But His Favorite Band Is Playing There
The Rolling Stones will perform in Havana for the first time ever March 25, a few weeks after Diplo's gig in Cuba.
Zika Virus Prompts Brazilian Petition For More Legal Abortion Access
The Zika virus outbreak in Brazil prompted a petition for more access to legal abortion.
The Zika Virus Might Interrupt The 2016 Rio Olympics
Researchers speculated Zika first arrived in Brazil during the 2014 World Cup. The virus might make people reconsider going to the Rio Olympics.
The Zika Virus Is Spreading And Has 'Pandemic Potential'
The World Health Organization is highly concerned about the Zika virus spreading as more cases are reported.
Argentina Is Facing The Worst Locust Plague In 50 Years
Officials say at this point, they can't stop the swarm; they can only hope to reduce the damage.
Carnival Celebrations Canceled Thanks To Brazil's Sinking Economy
Several Brazilian cities canceled plans for annual Carnival celebrations due to the country's recession.
Zika Virus Prompts Pregnancy Advisories And More CDC Travel Warnings
Countries in South America and Central America are urging women not to get pregnant because of the suspected birth defect the virus might cause.
Cuban Migration Wave Poses Challenge For Rubio
The number of Cubans migrating to the U.S. has increased since the announcement of the normalization of relations.
Why Brazil Doesn't Want Its Women To Get Pregnant
Women in Brazil are discouraged from having kids because it might spread a disease that could give newborns a brain disorder.
Salvadoran Castaway Sued For Allegedly Eating Crewmate
José Salvador Alvarenga was lost at sea for over a year. Now the family of his deceased crewmate accuses Alvarenga of eating the corpse.
What's Up With Brazil's Short-Lived Ban On WhatsApp?
WhatsApp was banned in Brazil, but the decision was overturned. The ban came after allegations that WhatsApp wasn't cooperating in an investigation.
Venezuelan Elections Bring New Hope But Will Anything Change?
Venezuela looks like it will have a new majority party for the first time since 1998, but will its leaders be able to correct the failing economy?
Venezuela's Opposition Party Wins Majority Of National Assembly
Venezuela's opposition party has taken control of the National Assembly from the socialist party, a first since the 1990s. But what's the next move?
| Ryan Biek and Grant Suneson
Colombia Says It Found One Of The Most Valuable Sunken Ships Ever
The treasure on board could be worth billions of dollars.
More Than Half Of Amazonian Tree Species Face Extinction
According to research published in the journal Science Advances, up to 57 percent of the Amazon's tree species are at risk from deforestation.
Man Dies After Tapeworm Inside Him Gets Cancer
Researchers say this is the first documented case of someone dying from cancer caused by parasitic cells.
Scandals In Latin America Are Good For Fighting Corruption
Corruption scandals can shake countries' economic and political institutions, but they're a step away from impunity.
Guatemala Elects Former Comedian Jimmy Morales As President
Amid growing frustration over corruption among the political elite, Guatemalans have elected a former television comedian as their next president.
Argentina Prepares For Life Without The Kirchners
Argentina's presidential elections mean one thing: It will have a non-Kirchner president for the first time in 12 years.
Chilean President Moves To Rewrite Constitution
Chile's constitution was originally created under dictator rule. The current president is taking steps toward writing a new one.
Dozens Dead, Hundreds Missing In Guatemalan Landslide
More than 100 homes were buried in the landslide, which was triggered by heavy rains Thursday. The government reports dozens have died.
