America Trinidad and Tobago 10 women who graduated in economic empowerment programme were urged to continue to be lights in their community and speak out against all forms of violence by Ayanna Webster-Roy, Minister in PM's Office with responsibility for gender and children's issues
America Mexico In a historic move, journalist Guillermo Barraza becomes the first-ever drag queen to host a news program for Mexican TV, presenting "La Verdrag," a groundbreaking show aimed at transforming societal perceptions of the LGBTQ+ community in Mexico
America Nicaragua President Ortega has seized a property belonging to the community of the Sisters of Jesus Christ, turning their former residence into an office for the Directorate of Migration and Foreigners
America Panama The National Migration Service of Panama predicted a 20% increase in irregular migration through the dangerous Darien jungle in 2024, with over 40.000 individuals already crossing this year
America Paraguay Paraguay has secured a US$100 million loan from the Inter-American Development Bank to enhance its logistical chain, streamline trade processes, and promote sustainable as well as inclusive economic development
America Bahamas Amendments to the Bail Law have been approved by the Chamber of Deputies, which now provide for the automatic revocation of bail when an individual is found to have violated the conditions of bail
America Dominica Heavy waves have been pounding the coasts of Dominica, with yachts grounded because of high surf and the Express Des Îles forced to dock because of the severity of the waves; Meteorological Service warns of above-normal seas and breaking wave action
America El Salvador El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, despite opposition allegations of irregularities, declared himself the winner of the general elections with over 85% of the votes, emphasizing his projects, amongst which a 15% VAT increase
America Honduras The Honduran public school year has been opened with a record budget, free enrollment, school meals and school repairs; President Xiomara Castro emphasized education as a priority
America Guatemala The European Union imposed sanctions on Guatemalan Attorney General Consuelo Porras, along with other officials, freezing assets and restricting travel, accusing them of undermining democracy and the peaceful transfer of power
America Guyana Aiming at preventing an armed conflict between Guyana and Venezuela over oil and mineral wealth, top Biden administration officials Jon Finer and Juan González traveled to Guyana to address regional security and economic stability
America Grenada The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank recently announced the launch of a special $50 note, a tribute to commemorate Grenada's 50 years of independence
America Belize The first electric bus arrived in Belize, marking progress in the Electric Mobility Pilot Project, a transformative initiative funded by the European Union