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January 11, 2024

Guyana has not requested US to build military base in country amid Venezuelan aggression, AG says

Attorney General Anil Nandlall of Guyana claimed Thursday that Venezuela has been reassured that no plan exists to establish a U.S. military base on Guyanese soil.

January 11, 2024

Ecuador sees rise in violence as bomb threat evacuates busy capital area

Ecuador faced a day of heightened security challenges as a bomb threat in the capital, Quito, prompted evacuations near a bus station, although no explosives were found.

January 11, 2024

US Embassy warns Americans not to use dating apps in Colombia after eight 'suspicious deaths'

U.S. Embassy Bogota is warning U.S. citizens who travel to Colombia not to use dating apps as criminals are using the otherwise normal apps to lure victims to rob or assault them.

January 10, 2024

Guyana seeks US assistance to strengthen defense against potential Venezuela threat

Guyana's government is seeking U.S. assistance to enhance its defense capabilities amid concerns of potential aggression from Venezuela over a disputed region.

January 10, 2024

Ecuador's president declares 'internal armed conflict' as US embassy monitoring threats to safety of Americans

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa says his country is dealing with what he described as an "internal armed conflict" following a high-profile prisoner escape on Sunday.

January 9, 2024

Armed gunmen take over Ecuador TV studio during live broadcast

Armed gunmen infiltrated the studio of TC Television in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Tuesday. Courtesy: Reuters

January 9, 2024

Armed gunmen take over Ecuador TV studio during live broadcast, threaten staff: 'A terrorist act'

News footage shows the hostage situation live as it was happening when armed men took over a TV station in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on Tuesday, threatening staff with bombs and guns.

January 9, 2024

Ecuadorian police officers kidnapped, explosions reported following 'most-wanted' inmate’s escape

Police officers have been kidnapped and explosions are being reported as unrest is escalating in Ecuador following a what is described as a high-profile prison escape.

January 8, 2024

Mexican president demands $20B, work permits for 10M Hispanics in exchange for immigration help

Mexican President Lopez Obrador is demanding the U.S. deliver $20 billion and work permits for 10 million Hispanics in exchange for illegal immigration help.

January 5, 2024

Roller coaster riders stuck 100 feet in air as ride breaks down: video

A high-octane rollercoaster in Colombia got stuck on Wednesday, leaving several riders trapped nearly 100 feet in the air for half an hour, terrifying footage shows.