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Nicaraguan Amnesty Law Frees 106 Political Prisoners In 48 Hours
Among the released prisoners, are the foremost leaders of the civic revolt.
Artist Pays Homage to Murdered Colombia Rights Activists
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — The names of the dead are filling Colombia’s storied Bolívar Plaza.
New Report Examines Weaponization of Immigration Court System
Advocates launch Immigration Court Watch app to ensure greater accountability, transparency.
How to Streamline Aid for Hurricane Relief (OPINION)
For Puerto Rico, the lack of development funds has created a downward spiral that will be hard to remedy.
Uruguay Prison Turns Inmates Into Entrepreneurs
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Rolando Bustamante watches his employees turn out one concrete block after another, occasionally checking an electronic tablet that records orders from clients and that lets him communicate with suppliers.
Proposed Presidential Primary Bill Attempts to Bring Awareness to Puerto Rico’s Voting Rights
“By moving the date forward, Puerto Rico becomes a relevant state, and the candidates will be forced to pay attention to our needs,” governor Ricardo Rosselló said.
The Lavinia Masters Act Gives Sexual Assault Survivors New Lease on Life
The State of Texas is investing more than $50 million to test the rape kit backlog, hire necessary staff and implement the technological infrastructure needed to avoid a backlog in the future.
Nicaragua Officials Release More Prisoners After Crackdown
MANAGUA, Nicaragua (AP) — Principal leaders of protests against President Daniel Ortega’s government and two prominent journalists were freed from prison Tuesday ahead of a June 18 deadline to release the last of hundreds of people the opposition considers political prisoners.
Migrants Will Pay the Price of Mexico’s Tariff Deal With Trump (OPINION)
Dignity will come at great cost to both Mexico and to the migrants fleeing extreme poverty and violence in Central America.
David Ortiz Undergoes More Surgery in Boston After Shooting
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — A wounded David Ortiz was recovering from exploratory surgery in Boston on Tuesday as investigators in his native Dominican Republic tried to figure out who shot the former Red Sox slugger and why.
Leaks Reveal Politicized Prosecution Against Lula and Worker’s Party in Brazil
The online publication by The Intercept shows how the current Minister of Justice Sergio Moro and other federal judges corresponded.
Border State Challenges Quick-Release Asylum Practices
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico and its largest city sued the Trump administration Monday in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit from a state seeking to stem the quick release of asylum seeking migrants into local communities and claim reimbursement for humanitarian efforts to shelter migrants temporarily.
Mexico Denies Trump’s Claim of Secret Concessions in Deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Three days after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a deal with Mexico to stem the flow of migrants at the southern border, the two countries appear unable to agree on exactly what’s in it.
LA MÁS DRAGA 2: The Reality Show About the Best of Mexico’s Drag Queen Scene
Every Tuesday night at 9 p.m. Mexico City time, crowds of fans from various Latin American cities tune in to YouTube and marvel the magic and creativity of each competitor, who come from different Mexican cities like Guadalajara, Monterrey and Mérida.
Ailing Ex-Red Sox Slugger David Ortiz on His Way to Boston
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — David Ortiz left a hospital in the Dominican Republic on Monday on his way to Boston after the former Red Sox slugger affectionately known as Big Papi was ambushed by a gunman at a bar in his native country, authorities said.
Central Americans Pursue US Dream Despite Mexico Crackdown
SAN MARCOS, Guatemala (AP) — A near-death experience in the Arizona desert a year ago won’t deter Francisco Pérez from another attempt to migrate to the U.S., nor will an increased police presence in southern Mexico.
Court Petition Supporting Fiscal Control Board Strikes Blow to Puerto Rico’s Sovereignty
On February, the US Court of Appeals ruled the the Board’s member selection process was unconstitutional. The Trump Administration seeks to revoke that.
Mexico Opening Memorials to ‘Dirty War’ Torture, Killings
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican authorities are opening memorials to victims of the country’s “dirty war” against dissidents and guerrillas during nearly 20 years of violence.
Unity Freedom Presidential Forum Made Candidates Listen to Those Directly Impacted by Immigration (OPINION)
In attendance were Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Kamala Harris, Governor Jay Inslee, and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Julián Castro.
Maduro Orders to Reopen Venezuelan Border With Colombia
Thousands of Venezuelans reportedly crossed into Colombia over the weekend through two international bridges near the border.