BBC
Thursday, July 22, 2010 - 00:00
Colombia has recalled its ambassador to Caracas amid a worsening row over accusations that Venezuela tolerates Colombian rebels on its soil.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 - 00:00
He has been accused of killing political opponents and convicted of drug trafficking in the Netherlands.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 - 00:00
The 1,200 troops, ordered to the border by President Barack Obama, form part of efforts to tackle illegal immigration and drug-trafficking.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 - 00:00
The president of Cuba's parliament, Ricardo Alarcon, has said the island's government is ready to release more political prisoners after announcing this month it would free 52.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 - 00:00
Eleven freed Cuban dissidents have urged the European Union not to soften its long-standing demands for democratic change in Cuba.
Monday, July 19, 2010 - 00:00
Gunmen sprayed bullets at revellers after storming the party inside a walled garden in the city in Coahuila state, across the border from Texas.
Monday, July 19, 2010 - 00:00
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez ordered Bolivar's tomb be opened because he suspects he was murdered.
Monday, July 19, 2010 - 00:00
A US judge has sentenced a retired State Department worker to life in prison without the possibility of parole for spying for Cuba.
Monday, July 19, 2010 - 00:00
One of the Caribbean region's most wanted alleged drug barons has been arrested in Puerto Rico.
Monday, July 19, 2010 - 00:00
The Organisation of American States (OAS) is to hold a special meeting on 22 July to hear Colombia's complaint that Venezuela tolerates Colombian rebel camps on its territory.