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Non-governmental organisations Justicia 11J and Cubalex on X denounced the arrests of citizens in the context of demonstrations protesting against electricity blackouts, describing them as 'arbitrary' and the result of 'persecution'

Tropical Storm Sara has prompted Honduras to declare a national red alert as the storm threatens Central America with heavy rains, flooding, and landslides, affecting also Belize, El Salvador, eastern Guatemala and western Nicaragua

Thousands of protesters in Quito demanded the resignation of President Daniel Noboa, citing frustration over the ongoing energy and economic crisis, with unions and social movements criticizing the government's "inability" to address key issues

Colombia has approved the export of surplus energy to Ecuador, which is facing a supply crisis, following a recovery in the country's reservoir levels due to recent rains; the exports are expected to be in two weeks

International Award-winning actress and United Nations Ambassador Merlisa Determined, who is of Saint Lucian parentage, said she was very interested in returning home to contribute to the advancement of the local film industry

Dominica's Financial Services Unit has been honoured with the prestigious Wealth and Finance International Award as the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of the Year 2024 for the Caribbean region

Antofagasta has introduced South America’s first hydrogen-powered locomotive, reducing emissions and supporting sustainable mining, with plans to begin operations in 2025 as part of its broader decarbonization strategy

Costa Rica has temporarily closed a number of national parks and wildlife areas due to severe weather caused by the Intertropical Convergence Zone, remaining shut until conditions improve for safety

Constitutional court has barred former President Evo Morales from running for office in the 2025 elections, reaffirming a 2023 ruling that limits presidents to two non-consecutive terms, prohibiting a third term

The 12th Annual Scientific Conference of the Caribbean Society of Endoscopic Surgeons was hosted in St. Kitts and Nevis for the first time; the 3 days international event aims to promote safe and accessible laparoscopic surgery throughout the region

Haiti announced the deployment of law enforcement to protect airport and commercial flights after US Federal Aviation Administration banned all flights by US airlines to Haiti until December 12, after two planes were shot at by gang members

A monitoring project to protect the SVG parrot and other endemic species kicked off with a four day training workshop on the Passive Acoustic Monitoring – a non-invasive method ideal for studying wildlife, with a focus on the endangered Amazona Guildingii