The Los Angeles Times
Friday, February 26, 2010 - 00:00
Critics of the media events say human rights are also on the line, along with the country's efforts to establish the rule of law. But Mexico wants to show victories in its drug war.
Friday, February 26, 2010 - 00:00
President Felipe Calderon confronts an allegation long circulated that his government has gone easier on the Sinaloa cartel.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 - 00:00
Several Latin American nations are buying the Super Tucano for use in anti-drug and counterinsurgency efforts.
Monday, February 22, 2010 - 00:00
The talks in Havana focused on immigration issues and a U.S. request for the release of an American contractor. But U.S. delegates also met dissidents, infuriating Cuban officials.
Friday, February 19, 2010 - 00:00
An estimated 30,000 stray dogs roam the streets of Mosquera, a suburb of Bogota, Colombia's capital. The mayor's order to 'capture and kill' has led to efforts to raise funds for a dog pound
Thursday, February 18, 2010 - 00:00
Argentina's demand for direct control of shipping from the South American mainland to the Falkland Islands has raised fears about conflict over energy resources in the south Atlantic.
Thursday, February 18, 2010 - 00:00
In a bad-record year for the killings and jailings of journalists worldwide, Latin America remains a dangerous place, according to an annual survey by the New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists.
Monday, February 15, 2010 - 00:00
Dozens of Mexican journalists have been killed since 2004. Mexico says it is concerned, but little has changed
Friday, February 12, 2010 - 00:00
Angry crowds greeted Calderon as he arrived in a heavily guarded Ciudad Juarez. The president said it was time to launch a much-discussed expansion of the drug war to include efforts aimed at tackling social issues.
Friday, February 5, 2010 - 00:00
More important, this building was where property deeds were registered - a crucial function in any country but especially so in Haiti, where land ownership disputes are common.