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Latin America El Niño response: floods, drought, and risks

40 clusters · 357 sources · last updated

Latest: Argentina and Mexico implement measures to support livestock sectors

As of late October 2026, the ‘Super Niño’ phenomenon continues to drive extreme weather risks across Latin America, with an 83% probability of intense activity lasting through the first quarter of 2027. In Argentina, the

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Uruguay Impulsa program extension efforts

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Uruguayan business leaders and government coordinate employment initiatives

Participants of the Uruguay Impulsa program, a socio-labor initiative providing temporary employment, have launched a nationwide signature collection drive to extend the program’s duration. Workers from several regions,

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Arson and accidental fires in Argentina and Uruguay

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Latest: Separate fires reported in Trelew and Piriápolis

A series of fires occurred in Argentina and Uruguay during mid-October 2026. Initial reports focused on suspected criminal activity. In Punta del Este, Uruguay, hooded individuals used fuel to set a Mercedes-Benz on fir

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Regional Grasslands and Herders Forum in Uruguay

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Latest: Paysandú and Posadas host regional congresses on governance and urban forestry

In late September 2026, Punta del Este, Uruguay, hosted the Regional Grasslands and Herders Forum. The event brought together approximately 400 participants to discuss food production, biodiversity conservation, rural de

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Uruguay tourism regional and luxury expansion

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Latest: Uruguay promotes year-round tourism and luxury rentals

Uruguay is expanding its tourism strategy by promoting regional diversity and year-round travel opportunities. Initial efforts have focused on the Canelones department, highlighting its mix of rural, coastal, and cultura

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Breast cancer awareness runs in Uruguay

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Latest: Uruguay hosts 12th annual 5K breast cancer awareness run

In October 2026, Uruguay hosted the 12th annual ‘5K Juntas contra el Cáncer de Mama’ (Together Against Breast Cancer 5K) at Canteras del Parque Rodó. Organized by Ser and SiSi in support of the Comisión Honoraria de Luch

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Death of Argentine journalist Oscar González Oro

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Latest: Oscar González Oro dies at 74 in Uruguay

Argentine radio journalist Oscar ‘El Negro’ González Oro has died at the age of 74 in Punta del Este, Uruguay. He had been suffering from a long-term illness that caused significant physical decline since January. Gonzá

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