(Guest article by Alex Omelchenko) - When one thinks Latin American, it’s almost necessary to think passion in a deep rooted culture that is synonymous to celebration and innate to…
From former guerillas and journalists, to novela stars and models, Latin American first ladies come in all shapes, sizes and strategy emphasis, thus highlighting the multiple ways female presence and…
(Cross-Posted with Permission of EstePaís) - In the late eighties, I came to live in Mexico City for my university studies. What caught my attention was all the differences between the big…
Mexico’s National Security Commissioner reported late last week that Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman’s extradition to the U.S would likely take place in early 2017. This decision is long overdue. Although…
How do telenovelas - idols of entertainment and popular culture - exist in the name of agendas they attempt to escape? As the popularity of Latin American telenovelas expand into…
Thousands of protesters used the Mexican Independence Day (September 16th) celebrations in the capital as an opportunity to show their deep felt resentment towards President, Enrique Peña Nieto and his…
What does the Venezuelan crisis and Mexican Singer Juan Gabriel’s death have in common? Or one could approach the same big-picture question another way: Many cultured book worms enjoy when the same…
The United Nations General Assembly Resolution 65/209 declares August 30th the International Day of the Disappeared. Yet for the past century, Latin America has been no foreigner to forced disappearances…
Dying of a heart attack Sunday August 28 in Santa Monica, United States, renowned Mexican singer Juan Gabriel maintains a decades-long legacy continuing strong into the 21st century. Famous for what is…
Pulsamerica in honored collaboration with UN MEXICO: On Sept. 25, 2015, countries had the opportunity to adopt a set of global targets to eradicate poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for…
Current trends of globalization - particularly in developing regions such as Lat Am - are provoking renown economists as Joseph Stiglitz to question whether our so-called “knowledge/information based economy” is…
As Venezuelan socio-economic and political tensions foresee no quick end in sight, the world stage’s antsiness to act also increases. However, in the tight-rope balance to respect alliances and advocate…
Guest article by Sofia Papa and coordinated by Assistant Professor of Spanish and Latin American Studies in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Georgia College Brantley Nicholson of the (see…
South American football chiefs have put pressure on UEFA to hold a one-of match between the winners of the Copa America Centenario, Chile, and Portugal – winners of Euro 2016….
The modern geopolitics of Latin America’s on-going Drug War highlights the impact of different strategies on combating - and surviving - a war against all odds. The illegal drug trade…
Hezbollah maintains concurrent connections with powerful stakeholders in Latin America. These characters are linked to money laundering and weapons, principally drug trafficking. According to a study by the US Naval War College, most Hezbollah…
At this point, you’re probably familiar with the news that 370 journalists from around the world have participated in an intensive international investigation into tax havens, culminating with the release…
Pope Francis’ recent visit to Mexico attracted millions of followers, hundreds of politicians and an opportunity to address several key themes not only vital to Mexico, but international relations. First,…
Outgoing US President Barack Obama has pledged U$S450 million toward joint-military and diplomatic initiative Plan Colombia’s new phase - a post-civil war Colombia. The decision was announced while celebrating the…
Matthew Heineman’s Cartel Land nominated for best feature documentary at the 2016 Academy Awards; Film explores the role of civilian militas in the fight against Mexican drug cartels As the Oscar season…
