Associated Press
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 00:00
The government of Uruguay makes Scotch whisky. It also makes and sells rum, vodka and cognac, and has done so for nearly a century. Many people consider this sideline of the state to be an historical accident - a wasteful and even eccentric contradiction.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 00:00
The Brazilian government condemned a U.S. spy program that reportedly targeted the nation's leader, labeled it an "unacceptable invasion" of sovereignty and called Monday for international regulations to protect citizens and governments alike.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 00:00
It was Alejandrina Torres' first time back in her native village since Shining Path rebels cut her parents' throats while she hid, a terrified 4-year-old, beneath the skirts of a neighbor.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 00:00
Another trial began Monday for Argentina's former president and convicted arms trafficker, Carlos Menem.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 00:00
The National Security Agency's spy program targeted the communications of the Brazilian and Mexican presidents, and in the case of Mexico's leader accessed the content of emails before he was elected.
Friday, August 30, 2013 - 00:00
At least four people were arrested and 12 police officers injured in the melee in downtown Bogota, the city police chief, Gen. Luis Eduardo Martinez, said.
Friday, August 30, 2013 - 00:00
Colombia's President Juan Manuel Santos on Friday ordered troops to patrol the capital following rioting in which at least two people died.
Friday, August 30, 2013 - 00:00
Mexican police captured an alleged former Sinaloa drug cartel lieutenant accused of involvement in the killings of more than 350 people found in various mass graves in 2011, officials said Thursday.
Friday, August 30, 2013 - 00:00
The White House says Vice President Joe Biden is preparing to travel next month to Panama and Mexico, part of an effort by the Obama administration to strengthen economic ties with Latin and Central America.
Friday, August 30, 2013 - 00:00
A U.S. official in Washington said Bouterse was arrested while traveling on a diplomatic passport. The official said he has been indicted in the Southern District of New York on drug and weapons charges, including cocaine trafficking.