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Argentina tightens health protocols to control bird flu

February 23, 2023

Argentina tightens health protocols to control bird flu

Argentina's government has tightened health protocols to control the bird flu outbreak. Authorities will enhance sanitary controls on poultry imports.

Seven killed in Brazilian pool hall massacre after losers mocked: video

February 23, 2023

Seven killed in Brazilian pool hall massacre after losers mocked: video

Two men caught on camera opening fire on a group at a Brazilian pool hall, killing seven, are still on the run, police say. A 12-year-old girl was among the victims.

Gunmen kill 7 at Brazilian pool hall

February 23, 2023

Gunmen kill 7 at Brazilian pool hall

Victims reportedly laughed at suspects for losing. (Newsflash)

Bird flu kills sea lions and thousands of pelicans in Peru's protected areas

February 21, 2023

Bird flu kills sea lions and thousands of pelicans in Peru's protected areas

The bird flu is killing sea lions and thousands of pelicans in protected areas of Peru. Government data suggests that nearly 63,000 birds have been killed from the H5N1 strain.

Deluge in Brazil kills at least 36 people as dozens are missing

February 20, 2023

Deluge in Brazil kills at least 36 people as dozens are missing

Brazil is experiencing serious impacts from a huge weekend weather event, where dozens of people were killed and many others are missing.

Brazil landslide, flooding kills at least 36 people along coast, rescuers continue to search for survivors

February 20, 2023

Brazil landslide, flooding kills at least 36 people along coast, rescuers continue to search for survivors

A landslide and flooding in Brazil killed at least 36 people along the coast of Sao Paulo. Rescue workers continue to search for survivors from the natural disaster.

Colombian President Petro signs trade deal with Venezuela's Maduro on border

February 16, 2023

Colombian President Petro signs trade deal with Venezuela's Maduro on border

Colombian President Gustavo Petro met with Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro to liberalize trade relations between the neighboring South American nations.

Convicted killer nicknamed 'The Spider' busted trying to escape from prison disguised as sheep

February 16, 2023

Convicted killer nicknamed 'The Spider' busted trying to escape from prison disguised as sheep

An inmate in Bolivia convicted of murder is back behind bars after trying to escape from prison by wearing a wool jacket and disguising himself as a sheep.

Bolivian hospitals struggle as dengue outbreak kills dozens

February 15, 2023

Bolivian hospitals struggle as dengue outbreak kills dozens

Bolivian hospitals are struggling to keep up as an outbreak of dengue is spreading rapidly and killing dozens. This marks Bolivia’s largest outbreak since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Peru reopens Machu Picchu after a month of antigovernment protests

February 15, 2023

Peru reopens Machu Picchu after a month of antigovernment protests

Machu Picchu will reopen after being closed for nearly a month due to antigovernment protests. The decision was made with protestors to guarantee security around Peru’s landmark.