Uruguay passes Latin America's first euthanasia law

Thursday, October 16th 2025 - 10:57 UTC After five years of debate, the Senate approves dignified death in cases of incurable disease and extreme suffering Uruguay made history on Wednesday by becoming the first country in Latin America to...

Uruguay's legislature legalizes euthanasia in a first for South America

Uruguay's senate passed a law decriminalizing euthanasia on Wednesday, putting the South American nation among a handful of other countries where seriously ill patients can legally obtain help to end their lives. It makes Uruguay the first country...

The ultimate guide to escorted, small-group and independent tours: Best itineraries, tips and more

Sometimes, you just want to leave the vacation planning to someone else. Whether it's an epic trip to America's best-known national parks, a multiday visit to Paris and France's chateaux country or an exploration of the Inca ruins of Peru, the...

Artificial intelligence in electoral campaigns: How and for what

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the electoral ecosystem has accelerated dynamics we already knew—administrative automation, message segmentation, network monitoring—and created entirely new ones, such as the mass production of...

Today in history, Oct. 18, 2025

Today is Saturday, Oct. 18, the 291st day of 2025. There are 74 days left in the year. On Oct. 18, 1977, Reggie Jackson hit three home runs in Game 6 of the World Series to lead the New York Yankees to an 8-4 win and a 4-2 Series victory over the...

Decolonising Democracy in International Relations: Liberalism, the Global Order, and Post-colonial Sovereignty in the Global South

Modern democracy, as it has emerged within the liberal international order, still bears traces of its colonial legacy: it relies institutionally and conceptually on Western norms of recognition, political participation, and global leadership,...

Indigenous and environmental leaders in Ecuador say they are facing government intimidation

By Jonathan Watts Indigenous and environmental leaders in Ecuador say they are facing a wave of state intimidation ahead of a national referendum next month on whether to rewrite the world’s only constitution that recognises the rights of nature....

UNGA Deals Latin America Some Surprises

Welcome back to Foreign Policy’s Latin America Brief. The highlights this week: Regional leaders convene at the U.N. General Assembly, Chile’s presidential front-runner lays out his immigration policy, and Mexico talks trade with Canada. Sign up...

GGSIPU Launches India’s First Public University Offshore Campus In South America, Partnering With Guyana

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Mahesh Verma, Vice Chancellor of GGSIPU, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Lt Governor of Delhi, Syt. VK Saxena, The CM of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta ji and the Education Minister of Delhi, Sh Ashish Sood...

Nicolás Maduro rejects ‘regime change’ and criticizes ‘CIA coups’ in Latin America

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro issued an emphatic call for political understanding with the Donald Trump administration on Wednesday afternoon, while simultaneously attacking “CIA-led coups” in Latin America and comparing the situation in...

First 'climate tipping point' being crossed: Coral reefs in crisis, is there still a way back?

Tipping point occurs when changes within system become ‘self-propelling’ and ‘hard to reverse,’ lead author tells Anadolu ‘It's kind of life or death for a lot of people,’ says Melanie McField, report author International Coral Reef Society chief...

Melly Rose Speaks out on US Military Presence in Caribbean Waters: “There has to be a better way.”

Trinidadian artist Melly Rose is sharing her heartfelt concern over recent reports of U.S. military operations in Caribbean waters that have allegedly resulted in boats being bombed or destroyed. “I’ve been seeing what’s happening, and honestly,...

Uruguay legalizes euthanasia; becoming 3rd country in Latin America to do so

Uruguay has legalized euthanasia, becoming the third country in Latin America and the eleventh in the world to do so, following a Senate vote that capped years of debate over what supporters call the right to die with dignity. The Senate approved...

Talking the Tropics w/Mike: Tropical wave reaches Caribbean by late in the weekend

Jacksonville, Fl. — THE TROPICS: ***** ALWAYS CHECK & RE-CHECK THE LATEST FORECAST & UPDATES! **** Tropics threats/impacts for Jacksonville/NE Florida/SE Georgia: None The Atlantic Basin Overview: The Atlantic hurricane season is June 1st through...

The Golden Vines Wine Experience Auction 2025

The highly anticipated 2025 Golden Vines Online Auction will open for bidding on 20th October at 9:00am EDT and run through to 9th November, closing at 23:59 EST. Celebrated for its exceptional selection of large-format fine wines such as 6L...

What Happened to Latin America?

Javier Milei, the chainsaw-wielding Elon Musk wannabe who became president of Argentina two years ago, is now in deep trouble with the voters, and the mid-term elections are due this month. He shares the same political agenda as Donald Trump, give...

A monumental exhibition of French design revives the spirit of art deco for contemporary times

A century after the 1925 ‘Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes’ laid the foundations of art deco, Paris rekindles the spirit of the ensemblier – that visionary who fuses architecture, furniture and the decorative...

Book your place on an 11-night Caribbean cruise on Virgin’s new ship plus Miami Dolphins tickets from just £2,399pp

ARE YOU ready for an spectacular 11-night adventure that seamlessly blends the high-octane excitement of an NFL game with the blissful serenity of a Caribbean cruise? Our friends at Iglu Cruises have created an unforgettable escape for sun-seekers...

Faith, family and first place: Peruvian gymnast wins gold at South American championship

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LATAM Leaders Rally Behind Colombian President After Trump’s Accusations

Gustavo Petro (L) and Donald Trump (R). X/ @estoescambio October 20, 2025 Hour: 7:43 am On Sunday, Latin American progressive leaders and organizations expressed solidarity with Colombian President Gustavo Petro after U.S. President Donald Trump...