Regional Elections in Venezuela: Towards Political Disaster
The opposition is fragmented, in some cases spurred on by the Chavista party and in others due to the leaders’ ego wars.
Latin America
Yendry – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Yendry from the Dominican Republic and living in Italy, with a NPR Tiny Desk (Home) Concert (2021).
Joao Gilberto – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Joao Gilberto from Brazil with the song “A Primeira Vez” from the album “Joao Gilberto” (1961).
Okra Flower, Lara, Venezuela – Photo of the Day
Indi Rivero from Venezuela took the photo of the day: “Okra Flower” in Lara, Venezuela, using a Vtelca cellphone camera.
Susana Baca – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Susana Baca from Peru with the song “Maria Lando” (1997).
The Plight of Haiti
Attention to Haiti comes and disappears in short flashes. The deportation of Haitians by the US is one of the swiftest, mass expulsions ever.
Imperfection, Lara, Venezuela – Photo of the Day
Yordanka Caridad from Cuba took the photo of the day “Imperfection” in Lara, Venezuela.
Airto – Song of the Day
Today’s featured artist is Brazilian percussionist Airto with the song “Mãe Cambina” from the album “Identity” (1975)
Los Blacanguay – Song of the Day
Today’s featured band is Los Blacanguay from Peru with the song “Muevete” (1973).
Costa Rica Expresses “Deep Concern” over Nicaragua at UN
In his speech, Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado denounced the detention of Nicaraguan political opponents, journalists and students.