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.

Brazil's Bolsonaro applies for 6-month US visitor visa
The former president applied for the visa amid an investigation into whether he had any role in inciting an uprising in Brazil's capital.
By Eraldo Peres / AP
Protests move into Peru's capital, met by tear gas and smoke
The protests have been marked by Peru's worst political violence in more than two decades.
By Martin Mejia / AP
How political unrest escalated into violence in Brazil
Thousands of supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro broke through barriers to protest the inauguration of the country's new president.
By Eraldo Peres / APTop Stories

WLEX: Dealing with the mental health impact of the Tyre Nichols video
Expert says there has not been a lot of time for people to process the video because people might be experiencing various forms of trauma.
By Matthew Hinton / AP
10 meaningful ways to honor Black History Month in 2023
Here are some thoughtful ways you can take action this February.
By Scripps News
Drones are being tested to deliver AEDs to cardiac arrest emergencies
Sweden is one of the first places to develop an AED drone delivery program, and over the span of four months, they made 11 deliveries.
By Scott Sonner / City of Flirtey via AP