The rise of coffee and gold prices: A blessing and a curse for Colombia
The bullish cycle boosts Colombia’s investment and exports, but also highlights the risks of volatility
Kizomba, the dance that unites Angola
Created almost half a century ago and recently declared an intangible cultural heritage, this musical style is a hallmark of an African country that still bears the scars of war
Why putting used clothes in a recycling bin does not allow you to have a clear conscience
Greenpeace Spain placed tracking devices on 23 items of clothing and followed their journey for a year after depositing them in collection containers. They were shocked by the results
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement does not solve the underlying problem
In the absence of a solution for the Palestinians, the risk of a new war persists
Mexico’s Gulf Cartel expands into US waters: Human smuggling, drug trafficking and illegal fishing
The latest wave of US sanctions reveals how the maritime border has become one of the most lucrative terrains for organized crime, which is negatively impacting the ecosystem and the survival of marine species
Most Americans support mass deportation after Donald Trump’s win
Two polls reveal strong public support for the Republican’s plans, though it declines significantly when the policies involve family separations or economic repercussions, such as increased inflation
Trump’s threats extinguish hopes of revitalizing free trade
The imposition of a universal tariff on all products coming into the US would turn the world’s leading power into a real-time economic policy laboratory
Immigration battle between Trump team and Democratic strongholds heats up
States and cities governed by Democrats are vowing not to cooperate with the president-elect’s immigration agenda. In response, incoming border czar Tom Homan has threatened legal challenges and cuts to federal funding
Loose ends in Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement portend an uncertain future
The deal will be underpinned by a letter of assurance from the US that Israel may bomb Lebanon if it deems Hezbollah in breach. Beirut’s ability to honor its commitments is also fraught with questions