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Costa Rica Worried over Nicaragua’s Lack of Response to Covid-19 Threat

“Calling for marches and gatherings goes against the WHO recommendations,” stated Costa Rican president, Carlos Alvarado.

“Sheep Going to Slaughter”: NYC Medical Workers Lack Protective Equipment

Doctors and nurses wearing surgical masks and scarves held a demonstration Thursday to protest a critical lack of PPE — personal protective equipment.

Brazil Extends Closure of Land Borders by 30 days Amid Virus Threat

The Brazilian gov. extended the closure of its land borders by 30 days as it struggles to contain the worst national coronavirus outbreak in Latin America.

Nicaragua, the Only Latin American Country with Open Borders

“To pass immigration, all travelers must undergo the review of the medical personnel that the Ministry of Health has in each post,” said the vice minister.

Ortega Replaces Health Minister amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Fifteen days after the first confirmed case of Covid-19 was reported in Nicaragua, the Ortega regime has named a new Minister of Health.

Helena de Lima (Brazil) – Song of the Day

Today’s featured artist is Helena de Lima from Brazil with the song “Por Causa de Voce” from the album “Vale a Pena Ouvir… Helena” (1958).

Conversation in Viñales, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Conversation in the countryside of Viñales, Cuba. By Dan Segal (USA). Camera: Nikon D600

After Residents Demand Food, Philippines’ President Orders Soldiers to Shoot Curfew Violators

Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte said Wednesday he’s ordered soldiers to shoot to kill residents if they resist a strict lockdown on the island of Luzon.