America Bolivia The OAS and the UN have called out the country due to the ongoing illegal use of mercury to extract gold from rivers, which has caused the Amazonian community of Eyiyo Quibo to be intoxicated by the chemical
America Bolivia A major natural gas field containing 1,7 trillion cubic feet was discovered, the largest since 2005, with President Luis Arce acknowledging past declines due to halted exploration
America Bolivia Bolivian ambassador to Argentina Ramiro Tapia was called back, following statements from Argentinian President Javier Milei's office that labeled recent coup attempt allegations as "false”
America Bolivia A failed coup in Bolivia led by Army Commander Juan José Zuñiga just took place; the coup consisted of soldiers storming the presidential palace, ending in 3 hours with Zuñiga's arrest and allegations of a plot by President Arce to boost his popularity
America Bolivia A new beer made from coca leaves is set to hit the market in Bolivia, aiming to reclaim the ancient, energy-rich plant’s reputation from its association with cocaine