Society
Shooter Kills Tourist at Teotihuacan, Leaves 13 Injured
A gunman killed a Canadian tourist and injured 13 people at the Teotihuacan pyramids on April 20, 2026, triggering a security protocol review with the FIFA World Cup less than two months away.
Stampede in Haiti Kills at Least 25 During Holy Week
A stampede during Easter celebrations at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière killed at least 25 people and injured dozens; the government declared three days of mourning and dismissed officials for negligence.
Central American Caravans Seek New Route Amid Restrictions
New Central American caravans seek alternative routes in Mexico amid migration restrictions, with 3,000 monthly asylum applications in Tapachula alone.
Dominican Republic Tightens Migration Controls with Haiti
The Dominican Republic reinforces border controls with Haiti amid the worsening humanitarian crisis in the neighboring country, generating tensions with international human rights bodies.
El Salvador Rises to Level 1 US State Dept. Safety Rating
El Salvador received the highest US State Department security rating, boosting international tourism with hotel bookings 35% higher.
El Salvador Exception Leaves Thousands of Kids Fatherless
Upon four years of El Salvador's state of emergency, thousands of children are left without imprisoned parents, suffering psychological trauma according to human rights organizations.
Venezuelan Exodus Reaches 7 Million with Return in Sight
The Venezuelan exodus exceeded 7 million people, but the political change following Maduro's capture generates return expectations for between 150,000 and 200,000 migrants.
Spain Regularizes 300,000 Latin American Immigrants
Spain approved an extraordinary regularization plan for 300,000 irregular migrants, mostly Latin Americans from Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Honduras.