All Americas
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Obama to relaunch military tribunals for terror suspects
Some Guantánamo detainees – with new legal protections for statements made under interrogation – will be tried.
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The last stand of Sri Lanka's Tamils – in Canada?
Amid reports of a mounting civilian tragedy on the tropical island, Canada's massive Tamil diaspora takes to the streets.
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Venezuela's Chávez threatens to shut down TV station
President Hugo Chávez denounced Globovision, the sole television channel in Venezuela that regularly criticizes him, for reporting an earthquake before the government announced it.
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In Colombia, rape now being prosecuted as weapon of war
In May 2007, only 12 cases of sexual violence were filed with prosecutors appointed to carry out Colombia's special Justice and Peace Law. Today that number stands at 228.
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Never too old to salsa in Colombia
Scores of dance clubs for seniors, called viejotecas, are now drawing younger dancers to its classic rhythms.
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Mexico City returns to normal as swine flu restrictions fade
Restaurants and offices reopened Wednesday. High school and university students return to school tomorrow.
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Report: Bush lawyers will not face charges for approving torture
A draft report of a Justice Department inquiry recommends the officials face professional sanctions, but no criminal charges.
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Why Panama tilts right in presidential vote
Most Latin American nations are electing leftists, but supermarket tycoon Ricardo Martinelli's message of change gives him an edge going into Sunday's election.
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Conservative supermarket tycoon wins Panama vote
Ricardo Martinelli's message of change prevails despite years of strong economic growth.
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Colombia's president wants to ban the personal use of cocaine, marijuana, and ecstasy
Uribe's sixth attempt may succeed. Congress is now debating a constitutional amendment that would prohibit personal use and possession of small amounts of 'recreational' drugs.
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In Mexico City, a second 'pandemic': rumors
Inherently suspicious of government pronouncements, only 19 percent of Mexicans believe official swine flu figures.
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Chávez shows restraint in latest spat with Peru
Venezuela withdrew its ambassador this week after Peru offered asylum to Chávez's political rival who faces corruption charges.
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US court allows rendition lawsuit against CIA contractor
The government says state secrets are at risk, but the 9th Circuit is allowing the case to proceed against a Boeing subsidiary that reportedly flew suspects to secret prisons.
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Mexico tourism braces for swine flu slowdown
European travel warnings and canceled trips likely to hit Mexico's $13 billion a year industry.
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How Mexico is tackling the swine flu
Schools and nightclubs are closed. Health officials have new powers to quarantine homes.
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Ecuador's populist leader still strong
President Rafael Correa is expected to win big in today's vote. He talks like a leftist, but many say he doesn't act like one.
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Venezuelan court orders arrest for exiled Chávez foe
Manuel Rosales, who ran against Chávez in 2006, is seeking asylum in Peru.
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Will the Obama-Chávez thaw last?
Watch for new US and Venezuelan ambassadors and cooperation on the drug war.
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Accused Somali arrives in US to face piracy charges
Musi's case is thought to be the first of its kind in the US in more than a century.
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Is waterboarding effective? CIA did it 266 times on two prisoners
The number, much higher than previously reported, comes out as President Obama visits CIA headquarters today.
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