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Evo Morales Arrives in Argentina from Cuba, May Request Asylum

Bolivia’s former president Evo Morales has arrived in Argentina from Cuba and may request political asylum, Foreign Minister Felipe Sola said today.

Cheo Feliciano (Puerto Rico) – Song of the Day

Today’s featured artist is Cheo Feliciano from Puerto Rico with the song “El Raton” from the album “Cheo’s Rainbow” (1976).

Brazil Cuts Interest Rates to Record Lows

The central bank of Brazil has decided to make another interest rate cut in order to boost the country’s ailing economy.

Alfreda at Coffee Time, Pons, Pinar del Rio, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Alfreda at Coffee Time, Pons, Pinar del Rio, Cuba. By Irina Echarry (Cuba). Camera: Nikon D3000

For the Sake of Press Freedom, Julian Assange Must Be Defended

Nine years ago this month, the Committee to Protect Journalists took a stand on one of the most polarizing figures in journalism.

Colombia to Seek Damages from Walmart over Cocaine Sweater Ad

Colombia plans to seek damages from the US retail giant Walmart over a Christmas sweater that associated the country with cocaine.

Novalima (Peru) – Song of the Day

Today’s featured band is Novalima from Peru with the song “Tumbala” from the album “Coba Coba” (2008).

Habana Compas Dance, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Habana Compas Dance, Cuba. By Leo Linton (USA). Camera: Samsung Galaxy S9

Police Halt Activist-Led “Toxic Tour” of Spain’s “Dirtiest” Corporate Polluters (video)

In Spain, the country’s biggest fossil fuel polluters are also some of the most generous sponsors for this year’s U.N. climate talks.

In Nicaragua, Human Rights in 2018-2019 are All Wrong

The past 2 years in Nicaragua have one thing in common: they’ve been marked by the most brutal repression the country has experienced in times of peace.