Latin America

  • Mar 11
  • 2 min read

Honduras drug scandals will raise pressure on Castro

The president’s predecessor looks set to spend the rest of his life in a US prison

Honduras
  • Mar 8
  • 2 min read

Argentina spending cuts prompt international concerns

The IMF yesterday expressed concern over the social cost of austerity measures, while Nobel winners fear for science

Argentina
  • Mar 8
  • 2 min read

Gender policies will raise high expectations in Mexico

As Mexico marks International Women’s Day, presidential candidates are highlighting policies aimed at women

Mexico
  • Mar 8
  • 2 min read

Rising sugar and meat prices offset grain and oil fall

The global food price index continued to fall overall but remains far above 2015-18 levels

International
  • Mar 8
  • 2 min read

New report underlines AI's environmental cost

A group of notable climate change-focused organisations have warned of the rising cost of AI technology

International
  • Mar 7
  • 7 min read

Technology offers hope in tackling water scarcity

Improvements in technology, and cooperation in using it, could help to address water shortage challenges worldwide

International
  • Mar 7
  • 2 min read

Henry’s position looks increasingly untenable in Haiti

Haiti’s most infamous gang leader is determined to force Henry’s resignation, and looks likely to succeed

Haiti
  • Mar 7
  • 2 min read

Disputes may delay but not end Guyana oil development

ExxonMobil has announced an arbitration case over the sale of its Guyana partner Hess to rival Chevron

Guyana