El Salvador

Brazil: ‘Dark Horse’ film probe expands via plea deals and ‘

76 clusters · 382 sources · last updated about 5 hours ago

Latest: Flavio Bolsonaro faces corruption probe in Brazil

In September 2026, the investigation into the financing of the biopic ‘Dark Horse’ intensified through new testimonies and police operations. Antônio Carlos Freixo Júnior, known as ‘Mineiro’, provided detailed testimony

Dominican Republic weather: Heat and afternoon storms

37 clusters · 160 sources · last updated about 8 hours ago

Latest: Indomet warns of thunderstorms and high heat in Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic continues to face weather instability driven by tropical waves, troughs, and Saharan dust. Following the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly in late August, patterns in early September have shifted to

OAS anti-corruption evaluation in Ecuador

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Ecuadorian government strengthens anti-corruption and money laundering controls

Ecuador is undergoing an international evaluation by the Organization of American States (OAS) to assess its progress in preventing and combating corruption through the Mechanism for Follow-up to the Implementation of th

Central America trade trends, El Salvador growth & urbanism

14 clusters · 52 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: San Salvador historic center attracts USD 200 million in private investment

Mid-2026 saw a broad rebound in Central American external trade, with Guatemala’s textile sector and Panama showing significant gains. In El Salvador, economic momentum continued through the first half of 2026, character

Salvadoran TPS protections remain in limbo after deadline

10 clusters · 85 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Karen Bass calls for permanent citizenship path for Salvadoran TPS holders

As the September 9, 2026, expiration deadline for Salvadoran Temporary Protected Status (TPS) passed, significant uncertainty remains. While the official designation was set to expire, the Department of Homeland Security

Ibai Llanos Food World Cup: Semifinal matchups set

7 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Venezuela's pabellón criollo advances to World Food Championship semifinals

The ‘Mundial de Comidas 2026’ (Food World Cup), hosted by Spanish content creator Ibai Llanos, has progressed through the quarter-final stage. Following the ‘Mundial de Desayunos’ (World Breakfast Cup), where Peru’s ‘pan

El Salvador-Italy bilateral cooperation

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Italy joins El Salvador's Labor Migration Program

El Salvador and Italy have strengthened bilateral ties through administrative and labor-focused agreements. In August 2026, El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly ratified a treaty for the reciprocal recognition and conversi

Mexico weather emergency: flooding and storms intensify

196 clusters · 646 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Mexico City and State of Mexico face heavy rain and thunderstorms

By September 9, 2026, Mexico’s weather emergency continued as the Mexican monsoon and tropical waves triggered intense rainfall across several states, including Sonora, Sinaloa, and Nayarit. In the Pacific Ocean, Tropic

Fujimori's security initiatives and legislative push

28 clusters · 315 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Peru's Chamber of Deputies approves interpellation of Interior Minister

Following the formal submission of the request for 66 delegated legislative powers, the Fujimori administration has expanded its security interventions. On 3 September 2026, the government declared a 60-day state of emer

Cuba expands private sector role and economic reforms

11 clusters · 80 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Cuba updates foreign currency and non-state economic regulations

Following the implementation of Decree 160 in August 2026, Cuba has continued to expand the role of the non-state sector through several new decree-laws. These measures aim to revitalize micro, small, and medium-sized en

Venezuela earthquake recovery and seismic activity

782 clusters · 4270 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Venezuela enacts special lease law following earthquakes

As of early September 2026, recovery from the June 24 twin earthquakes (magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5) continues. The death toll is reported between 6,509 and 9,509, with projected material losses of $37 billion. Implementation

El Salvador security model influence in Latin America

6 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Chile evaluates El Salvador's prison security models

El Salvador’s security and governance models have begun influencing prison and public security policies across Latin America. Initial observations focused on the country’s use of megacarcels, gang repression, and a state

Central American Torch independence celebrations

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Central American Torch travels through Honduras and Nicaragua

The Central American Torch of Peace, Liberty, and Democracy is traveling through the isthmus to commemorate the 205th anniversary of national independence. The journey began with the torch entering El Salvador from Guat

El Salvador educational modernization pilot

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Nayib Bukele reports high PISA scores in El Salvador education pilot

El Salvador has implemented an educational modernization pilot program involving teacher training, evidence-based learning, and technology such as artificial intelligence and AI tutors. A PISA for Schools evaluation of 1

Legal dispute over detention of Salvadoran national

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Federal judge orders ICE to release Salvadoran murder convict

A U.S. District Judge in San Diego ordered the release of David Antonio Aviles Perez, a Salvadoran national and alleged MS-13 member, from federal custody. Aviles Perez, known as ‘La Bruja’ or ‘The Witch,’ was wanted int

Codicader Student Games 2026 participation and results

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: CODICADER 2026: Honduras and Panama see success in student games

Central American nations are competing in the 2026 Codicader Secondary Level Student Games in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, which runs from September 4 to 13. The tournament features student-athletes from seven countries across

ISA World Junior Surfing Championship 2026

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: ISA World Junior Surfing Championship 2026 progresses in El Salvador

The 2026 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship is underway in El Salvador, with competitions held at La Bocana and El Sunzal. During the opening stages, the Spanish junior surfing team saw all four initial representativ

Results and Athlete Incentives: 2026 CAC Games

70 clusters · 528 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Puebla athletes earn record 10 medals at Santo Domingo 2026 Games

The XXV Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo concluded with Mexico securing its third consecutive title with a record 407 medals. Colombia, Cuba, and Venezuela followed in the rankings, while host nation

El Salvador crime decline and economic impact

7 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: El Salvador tourism grows 22% with 3.2 million visitors

In July 2026, President Nayib Bukele reported that El Salvador’s homicide rate fell to a historic low of 0.90 per 100,000, with only 30 killings recorded to early July. This continued a steady downward trend that began i

Pedestrian and Cyclist Day celebrations in Bolivia

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Bolivia and Venezuela celebrate Pedestrian and Cyclist Day

Bolivia observed National Pedestrian and Cyclist Day on September 6, a mandate established by Law No. 150 to promote physical activity and reduce pollution. To comply with the law, cities such as Oruro and La Paz impleme

Panama Canal: Draft reductions and transit restrictions

23 clusters · 226 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Panama Canal restricts vessel transits due to water shortages

As of early September 2026, the Panama Canal is actively implementing transit and draft restrictions to manage severe water shortages caused by an El Niño-induced drought. Following a period of significant rainfall defic

US immigration enforcement and deportation policies

12 clusters · 149 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Guatemala sees rise in deportations and data privacy concerns

The United States has implemented new measures regarding the management and enforcement of immigration policies involving Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Ecuador. In early August 2026, U.S. Customs and Borde

Mukumbarí Cable Car reopening and visitor growth

2 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Regional updates: Tourism in Venezuela and infrastructure needs in San Andrés

The Mukumbarí Cable Car system in Mérida, Venezuela, resumed commercial operations on August 19 following a closure that began in May. The shutdown was necessitated by maintenance and electrical system upgrades, includin

El Salvador Bitcoin adoption and strategy

3 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: El Salvador Bitcoin reserves funded by private donations, IMF reports

Five years after El Salvador became the first nation to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, the policy has yielded mixed results. While the move established the country as a cryptocurrency hub and bolstered President Nayib Bu

Venezuela earthquake aftermath and reconstruction

13 clusters · 246 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Venezuela experiences 4.4 magnitude earthquake near Delta Amacuro

Two months after the June 24 seismic doublet near La Guaira, the official death toll reached 6,509. The disaster, involving magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, caused widespread destruction of critical infrastructure and producti

El Salvador agricultural production and food security

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: El Salvador boosts corn and bean production to strengthen food security

El Salvador is addressing shifts in agricultural demand and food security through enhanced domestic production. Data from the Cid Gallup polling firm indicates that annual maize consumption has declined significantly, dr

Colombia earthquake: Transition to reconstruction phase

21 clusters · 2227 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Colombia earthquake relief efforts led by social organizations

Three weeks after the 7.4 magnitude earthquake near San José del Palmar on August 10, 2026, Colombia has transitioned from rescue operations to a massive reconstruction phase. The disaster has resulted in at least 331 de

Economic and migratory growth in Querétaro

3 clusters · 57 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Regional economic trends show growth in Mexico and development in El Salvador

The state of Querétaro, Mexico, continues to experience significant growth in economic investment and foreign residency. International interest has been highlighted by an Indian business delegation exploring partnerships

Macarena Olona professional transition

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Macarena Olona joins law firm of José Antonio Choclán

Macarena Olona, a former leader of the Vox party, announced a leave of absence from her position as a State Lawyer. While her initial plans were unconfirmed, leading to speculation regarding a move to El Salvador, she wa

Seismic activity in Mexico, Central America and Peru

14 clusters · 117 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Chiapas coast hit by magnitude 5.5 earthquake and multiple aftershocks

Seismic activity continued across Mexico, Central America, and Peru through late August 2026. In early August, a series of tremors struck the Pacific coast of Mexico, including magnitude 4.4 events near Mapastepec and Hu