Laura Murcia – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Laura Murcia from Mexico with the song “Las Curanderas” from the album “Cassette” (2017).
Latin America
Puerto Ricans March to Protest Ongoing Power Outages
In Puerto Rico, over 4,000 people took to the streets of San Juan Friday to protest worsening power outages and increases in energy costs.
Last Minute Alliance Shifts Honduras Election Scene
The alliance has shifted the Honduran pre-election scene to open the possibility of the first-ever victory of a left-wing party.
Nicaraguans Exiled in Costa Rica Consider Fleeing Again
Some Nicaraguans in Costa Rica, fearing for their safety after attacks on several compatriots, now seek protection in third countries.
Silvana Estrada – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Silvana Estrada from Mexico with a NPR Tiny Desk (Home) Concert (2021).
Chilean Lawmakers Move to Impeach President Piñera
In Chile, opposition lawmakers have launched impeachment proceedings against President Sebastián Piñera over possible irregularities…
Ecuador’s President Faces Probe over Use of Tax Havens
Lawmakers in Ecuador voted to open an investigation of President Lasso on whether he broke the law by keeping money in overseas tax havens.
Honduras: Mayoral Candidate & Daughter of Berta Caceres Targeted Ahead of November Elections
In Honduras, a mayoral candidate for the progressive Libre party has been assassinated less than two months before the November elections.
Rural Water Boards Play Vital Role for Salvadoran Farmers
The system, which began operating in 1985, provides water to 468 families in this and eight other nearby villages.
Small World, Caracas – Photo of the Day
Claudia Camila from Venezuela took our photo of the day: “Small World” in Caracas, Venezuela