BBC (UK)
Thursday, October 11, 2012 - 00:00
It is the first attempt to reach a deal in a decade, and huge obstacles remain. But for some, it is the best chance for peace in 48 years.
Thursday, October 11, 2012 - 00:00
Mr Maduro, a former bus driver and one of the president's closest advisers, had been foreign minister since 2006.
Thursday, October 4, 2012 - 00:00
Judges at the Supreme Court have begun delivering their findings on Jose Dirceu, Lula's chief of staff from 2003 until 2005
Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - 00:00
Local elections are taking place in more than 5,000 cities across Brazil.
Monday, October 1, 2012 - 00:00
It is not clear which armed group carried out the kidnap, but local reports suggested a criminal gang called the Black Eagles, made up of ex-paramilitaries.
Monday, October 1, 2012 - 00:00
More than 100,000 people have gathered in Venezuela's capital Caracas in support of opposition presidential candidate Henrique Capriles.
Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 00:00
One of Mexico's most wanted drugs traffickers has been arrested, security forces say.
Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 00:00
Police have briefly detained the president of Google Brazil, Fabio Jose Silva Coelho, over the company's refusal to take down YouTube videos.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012 - 00:00
The trafficker was a legend in the cocaine business, not only for his longevity but also for his ability to work with all sides in Colombia's 48-year civil conflict.
Thursday, September 13, 2012 - 00:00
After a split in the Milenio cartel, Mr Pozos set up the La Resistencia (The Resistance) splinter group.