Chile To Become First South American Country To Ban Plastic Bags
Congress approved the measure last week, which is part of an effort to protect the country's coastline and the ocean.

Colombia proposes shipping invasive hippos to India, Mexico
Scientists are warning that the hippos do not have a natural predator in Colombia and are a potential problem for biodiversity.

Mexican president says Tesla to build plant in Mexico
This would be Tesla's third plant outside the U.S., after one in Shanghai and one near Berlin.

Heinz locates man who survived on ketchup while stuck at sea
Heinz launched a social media campaign to help locate Elvis Francois after learning he survived on ketchup while stuck at sea for 24 days.
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White powder found in parcel addressed to Manhattan DA's office
Police say a package with white powder was located in the mail room for the building that includes Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's office.

20-year-old founder of 'major hacking forum' arrested
A 20-year-old was arrested for operating a online forum where hacked personal information was allegedly being sold.

Rwanda says Rusesabagina of 'Hotel Rwanda' fame to be freed
Paul Rusesabagina has asserted that his 2020 arrest was in response to his criticism of President Paul Kagame over alleged human rights abuses.