south america
Exotic animal from South America spotted roaming around Colorado wilderness
Officials have asked the public to keep an eye out for the little guy, but if seen, do not approach the animal, feed it, or try taking a picture with...
Bolivian president orchestrated a 'self-coup,' political rival Evo Morales claims
Former Bolivian President Evo Morales on Sunday accused his political ally-turned-rival President Luis Arce of deceiving the Bolivian people by staging a “self-coup” last week to earn political points.
Tiny rainforest critter indigenous to South America found crawling through US state
Officials were left scratching their heads this week when they found a mammal indigenous to the rainforest crawling along a stretch of desert.
Bolivian general arrested after apparent failed coup attempt as government faces new crisis
The soldiers' retreat was followed by the arrest of army chief Gen. Juan José Zúñiga, after the attorney general opened an investigation.
US issues severe 'do not travel' warning for this Caribbean country
Don't even go there.
Brazil-bound US travelers will need to show bank statements to visit country next year
US travelers hoping to visit the beautiful beaches of Brazil will have to acquire a visa first beginning in 2025 — meaning they’ll have to share their bank statements with...
South American heist rings target luxurious US homes, wear ghillie suits to remain unseen
“They take advantage of the fact that most people don’t have window sensors or motion detectors on their second floors,” Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer said.
Peruvian president's residence raided by government agents in luxury watch investigation
The Attorney General emphasized Boluarte’s obligation to promptly produce the three Rolex watches for investigation, cautioning against their disposal or destruction.
South American 'crime tourists' target the rich in at least half of US states
South American “crime tourists" who exploit the US visa system to enter the country and commit burglaries have now infiltrated at least half the states in America and taken “millions...
An enormous and untouched island at the end of the world lists for $35M
Known as Virgin Island, this Chilean property offers the chance to be the steward of an expanse of land and sea in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
Couple snaps pics of 'flying saucer' on road trip
“I needed to see this in my life," Rina Juárez said.
Former Chilean president dies in helicopter accident
Sebastián Piñera, the two-time former president of Chile, who in his second term faced a social upheaval followed by a pandemic, has died in a helicopter accident. He was 74.
El Salvador president secures reelection in landslide win: 'Opposition was pulverized'
His New Ideas party is expected to win almost all of the 60 seats in the legislative body, tightening its grip on the country and bestowing even more sway on...
NYPD to send liaisons to Arizona and Colombia to help handle migrant crisis
Police Commissioner Edward Caban announced the expansion of the department's International Liaison Program during his "State of the NYPD" address.
4 charged in American comedian's abduction and murder in Colombia
All three denied the charges at a recent hearing the Public Prosecutor’s Office said in a statement.
Armed men break into a live TV studio in Ecuador, shout they have bombs after powerful gang leader escapes prison
Armed men have broken into the set of a public television channel in Ecuador as it broadcast live and threatened people.
Bolivia's tyrannical regime has held a leading opposition figure prisoner for a year now
Like Bolivia’s more than 200 other political prisoners, Camacho has yet to face trial.
300 likely human trafficking victims from India being held in French airport —for now
Judges in France were expected to decide Sunday whether about 300 Indian citizens who are suspected of being victims of human trafficking should continue to be sequestered in a small airport in...
Venezuelans approve a referendum to claim sovereignty over a swathe of neighboring Guyana
“It has been a total success for our country, for our democracy.”
Paraguayan gov official duped into signing 'proclamation' with a fake country led by fugitive 'guru'
Kailasa is the creation of a self-styled guru, Nithyananda Paramashivam, who stands accused of being a con artist wanted in India on several charges according to the BBC.