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Ecuador justice system protection and legislative response

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Latest: Ecuadorian military non-cooperation hinders justice for disappeared persons

In early August 2026, Ecuadorian police, judges, and justice officials reported that organized crime groups were compromising their identities, leading to intimidation, bribery, and lethal retaliation. Officials called f

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Lithium mining water permit protests in Brazil

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Latest: Arcata mining activity linked to severe water contamination in Peru

In Salinas, Minas Gerais, residents organized a protest on September 7 against a water extraction permit granted to PLS Brasil Mineração. The permit, issued by the Instituto Mineiro de Gestão das Águas (Igam), allows the

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Mexican beauty pageant competitions 2026

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Latest: Miss Universe Mexico and Miss Ecuador hold grand finals

Preparations for the 2026 Mexican beauty pageant season began with candidates undergoing training in public speaking and runway walking. Participants included Samantha Bastidas, representing Baja California for Miss Univ

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