HISTORICAL FACTS: 8 - The Untold Story

Bridge founder Zach Abrams sees an opportunity for 'tokenized local currencies' across Asia

The Stripe-owned company sees potential in Asia, where trade-heavy economies need faster cross-border payment rails.

Fortune · Aug 28

Hot-air balloons soar over Ecuador’s “Middle of the World,” and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean

Aug. 21 - 27, 2026 Hot-air balloons rise over Ecuador’s “Middle of the World,” while archaeologists uncover the remains of a 16th-century hospital in Lima.

The Independent UK · Aug 27

New study reinforce the positive impacts of lifestyle changes on cognitive health and dementia risk

A new study recently presented in London to an audience of more than 1,000 global experts on dementia during the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC 2026) and simultaneously published in the journal The Lancet reinforce the positive impacts of lifestyle changes on cognitive health. Dubbed LatAm-FINGERS, the study’s findings caused…

The Conversation · Aug 27

Uruguay Hosts the Americas' Left as the Panamerican Congress Enters Its Third Year

Progressive lawmakers from 15+ nations meet in Montevideo for the third Panamerican Congress, as US-Latin America tensions escalate.

Latin Times · Aug 21

Amazon to invest $2 billion in Latin American Prime Video through 2030

Amazon will invest two billion dollars in Latin American productions through 2030. This significant investment aims to harness the region's extraordinary talent and audiences. The company plans to double original productions from key Latin American countries. Twenty-five new titles will premiere in 2027 and another twenty-five in 2028. This move…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Quake aftermath, Brazil election campaigns and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean

Venezuelans buried quake victims as Colombians surveyed damage. Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro campaigned ahead of Brazil’s October elections. The U.S. will resume some cattle imports from Mexico in August. Bolivians celebrated the patron saint of dogs.

The Independent UK · Aug 20

India reworks oil map with Venezuela as Hormuz battlefield keeps Gulf flows in doubt

India is increasing crude oil imports from Venezuela and Latin America. This diversification aims to secure supplies amid Middle East disruptions. Russian oil remains India's dominant supplier, providing a crucial hedge. The nation is also accelerating alternatives like gas and electric vehicles. This strategy enhances energy security through broader supplier…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

US Sends First Wave of a 1,200-Person Deportation Deal to Liberia

Liberia will take in up to 1,200 US deportees within a year, including Latin American and Caribbean nationals, under a deal set months ago.

Latin Times · Aug 19

A 10-Year-Old Was Trafficked From Peru to Ecuador as a Bride. Her Case Exposes a Regional Pattern

Ecuador rescued a trafficked 10-year-old bride; her captor was freed, then a prosecutor faced review. See what the data says.

Latin Times · Aug 19

Adviser to far-right Latin American leaders arrested for allegedly plotting to kill girlfriend

Fernando Cerimedo, 42, arrested on suspicion of ordering shooting of Bolivian lawyer Nadia Beller

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19