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Day of the Dead and Samaín cultural celebrations

12 clusters · 55 sources · last updated

Latest: Mexican art exhibition opens in Málaga

Cultural preparations for Day of the Dead and Samaín festivities continue across Mexico and Spain. In Mexico, celebrations include Xantolo in San Luis Potosí and Huejutla, featuring traditional masks, music, and dance. I

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Cross-national traffic accidents and transport violence

39 clusters · 742 sources · last updated

Latest: Vehicle collisions reported in Nuevo Laredo and Venezuela

The wave of serious road and transport incidents that began in early August 2026 continues across Latin America and Europe. In Mexico, fatalities and injuries have been reported across numerous regions, including a fatal

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Guatemala City AeroMetro construction regulations and divers

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated

Latest: Buenos Aires expands Paseo del Bajo night access for cars

The Guatemala City Municipal Council approved Agreement COM-31-2026, which establishes new regulations and a permanent safety zone for properties located along the AeroMetro route. The regulation aims to protect the aeri

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Investigation at Dr. Imrich Fischmann Institute

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Parents protest at Instituto Fischmann following police investigation

On October 23, 2026, the National Civil Police (PNC) and the Public Ministry (MP) conducted a raid at the Dr. Imrich Fischmann Vocational Technical Institute in Zone 13 of Guatemala City. The operation involved the inspe

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Guatemala police misconduct investigation

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated

Latest: Guatemala President admits police planted weapon on delivery workers

Following the October 17 deaths of former prosecutor Juan Francisco Solórzano Foppa and Gustavo Aguilar Gamarro in Guatemala City, investigations have targeted members of the National Civil Police (PNC) regarding the arr

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Museum Night events in Guatemala City

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated

Latest: Museum Night events scheduled in Guatemala and Monteros

Guatemala City is preparing to host the 15th edition of the Night of the Museums on November 6, 2026. Organized by the Museum of the University of San Carlos (Musac), the event provides free access to 31 cultural spaces,

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Infrastructure projects in Guatemala and Mexico

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Irapuato begins preparatory work for Calzada de Guadalupe bridge

In Guatemala City, the Unidad Ejecutora de Conservación Vial (Covial) has initiated repair and reinforcement work on the Periférico-Aguilar Batres bridge in Zone 11. The project addresses structural fatigue through techn

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Weather and emergency incidents in Latin America

4 clusters · 54 sources · last updated

Latest: Colombia faces widespread emergencies from heavy rainfall

Central and South America have experienced significant weather-related emergencies and accidents. Initially, heavy rainfall and tropical waves caused widespread flooding and water management issues. In Ecuador, overflowi

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Flooding and infrastructure risks in Central America

10 clusters · 71 sources · last updated

Latest: Guatemala rains damage over 15,000 homes

Heavy rainfall and tropical waves continue to trigger widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across Central America. In Guatemala, the 2026 rainy season has affected over 222,000 people, with the deat

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Cyclones Simón, Rachel, and Trudy threaten Mexico and US

14 clusters · 627 sources · last updated

Latest: Southern California faces extensive damage from Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel

Multiple tropical systems continue to impact North America. In the Atlantic, Hurricane Isaías caused significant power outages and disrupted Gulf oil production before weakening. In the Pacific, the remnants of Tropical

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Global metropolitan transit and infrastructure developments

4 clusters · 21 sources · last updated

Latest: New York and Guatemala City advance major transit infrastructure projects

Major metropolitan transit and infrastructure projects continue to advance across several regions, marked by construction milestones and service adjustments. In Bogotá, Metro Line 1 construction has reached an 82.33% exe

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Guatemala City elevator operator assault

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated

Latest: Legal actions taken against suspects in Colombia and Guatemala

In late September, video footage emerged showing a physical assault against a female elevator operator in a building in Zone 1 of Guatemala City. The recording depicted three individuals entering the elevator, where a ma

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Carlos Rivera tour postponements due to vocal injury

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated

Latest: Carlos Rivera to undergo vocal cord surgery and reschedule concerts

Mexican singer Carlos Rivera has been forced to adjust his ‘¡Vida México!’ tour due to vocal health issues. Initially, Rivera announced a temporary pause and the postponement of several international dates in Guatemala,

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Honduras drought and flood risks intensify

33 clusters · 134 sources · last updated

Latest: Weather alerts issued in Dominican Republic and Honduras amid heavy rains

The water crisis in Honduras continues to fluctuate due to weather instability. While El Niño-driven drought impacts 234 municipalities, recent rainfall has provided some relief to Tegucigalpa’s primary reservoirs. The U

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Environmental and urban shifts in Guatemala and Venezuela

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Urban expansion and environmental shifts impact Guatemala and Venezuela

Environmental shifts and urban expansion are impacting ecosystems in Guatemala and Venezuela. In Guatemala, real estate and infrastructure growth are placing pressure on urban forests and green spaces. Experts note that

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Nuestra Señora del Rosario religious festivities

8 clusters · 86 sources · last updated

Latest: Religious communities celebrate Month of the Rosary in Mexico and Texas

Religious communities in Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, Argentina, Spain, Mexico, Guatemala, and Nicaragua continue to expand celebrations in honor of Nuestra Señora del Rosario. In Argentina, festivities have intens

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Regional infrastructure and public works updates

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated

Latest: Infrastructure and waste management updates in Spain and Guatemala

Various infrastructure and public works projects are underway across several regions. In Ecuador, EPAPAP has initiated a renovation of the sanitary sewage system on Vicente Rocafuerte Street, replacing old asbestos cemen

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