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How Stablecoins Are Changing Cross-Border Payments in Latin America

June 18, 2026

A $32 million funding boost is helping a startup called Trace Finance build safer bridges between traditional banks and digital money. The company connects banks in Brazil and the U. S. to stablecoin networks, making cross-border payments faster and more reliable. This move comes as Brazilian regula

politics

Guatemala’s Anti-Corruption Fight Hits a Roadblock

April 22, 2026

Guatemala’s next attorney general won’t be the same person trying to hold onto power now. Consuelo Porras, who has faced global criticism for years, just lost her chance to serve another term. A group of legal experts quietly decided she didn’t make the final cut after weeks of behind-the-scenes vot

sports

Celtic looks to bounce back before the league split

April 12, 2026

Today’s match against St Mirren isn’t just another game for Celtic. It’s the last chance before the season splits into two groups, and slipping up now could make the title race even tougher. The team has been struggling to secure wins comfortably, often needing comebacks or narrow margins to stay ah

celebrities

Celebrities Celebrate March 16: Birthdays, Trivia, and Fun Facts

March 16, 2026

March 16 brings a mix of Hollywood charm and historical depth as several well‑known figures mark another year. The day starts with a nod to the past: James Madison, America’s fourth president, and legendary comedian Jerry Lewis share this date. Film lovers also remember the iconic Italian director B

crime

Guatemala's Bold Move Against Gangs: A Closer Look

January 22, 2026

Guatemala is taking strong steps to fight back against gangs. After a recent attack on police officers, the government has given law enforcement new powers. These powers are being used in Zone 18, a known gang hotspot in the capital. Police and soldiers are now patrolling the area with more authori

politics

Latin America's Tough Choices: Crime, Politics, and Pressure

January 20, 2026

Latin America is in a tough spot. Progressive leaders are feeling the heat from both their own people and the Trump administration. The people want quick fixes to crime, and Trump is pushing hard for tough action. El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has shown what a hard-line approach can do. His

crime

Guatemala's Gang Violence Leaves Nine Police Dead

January 20, 2026

Gang violence in Guatemala has taken a deadly turn, with nine police officers losing their lives in a series of attacks. The trouble began on Saturday when members of the Barrio 18 gang took control of three prisons, holding 46 guards hostage. Their demand? Better treatment and privileges. Things g

technology

The Unexpected Journey of a Virus and a Dream

December 26, 2025

In the early 1990s, a small computer virus named Virus Málaga quietly spread across the computers at Málaga’s Polytechnic School. It was mostly harmless, but it sparked a passion in a young student named Bernardo Quintero. His teacher challenged him to create an antivirus for the 2610-byte program,

politics

Guinea-Bissau's Never-Ending Power Struggles

November 28, 2025

Guinea-Bissau has seen many power grabs over the years. The latest one happened in November 2025. Army officers said they took control from President Umaro Sissoco Embalo. This was just before election results were to be announced. The country has a long history of instability. The first big power

crime

Michoacán's Anger: Protests Erupt After Mayor's Murder

November 6, 2025

In the Mexican state of Michoacán, people are fed up. They've taken to the streets, shouting and setting things on fire, all because their mayor was killed. Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan, was shot dead during a Day of the Dead celebration. This wasn't just any murder; it was a bold, public atta