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Wednesday, November 19, 2008 - 00:00
No single approach can ensure smooth relations across such a large and diverse region. But a policy of reconciliation and engagement would help defuse historical resentments and perhaps force the region's populist leaders to deal with Washington, rather t
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
Gangs threatening teachers to hand over Christmas bonuses or see harm done to their families or students
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
Each daily transaction from shopping at the supermarket to riding a bus involves careful planning, literally down to the last cent. Reason: there are not enough coins in circulation in Argentina's capital to make change.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
Haiti is a country of constant heartbreak, and the most recent catastrophes in that unfortunate land have become metaphors for the nation's hopelessness.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
Government officials vowed to repay the poorest investors and sent police to shut down other alleged pyramid scheme operations on Monday
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
A Colombian primary school teacher, Ingrid, tells BBC News how she and many others in Caicedonia, western Colombia, fell for the pyramid money schemes, and lost out.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
The alleged pyramid schemes have sparked disturbances in 12 states. Police are closing financial firms' offices and making arrests.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
We don’t say it all that often, but President Bush is right: Congress should pass the Colombian free-trade agreement now.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 - 00:00
The U.S. Congress is likely to adjourn for the year without voting on trade deals the Bush administration has negotiated with Colombia, Panama and South Korea, congressional aides said Monday.