Argentina's Early Efforts To Fight The Pandemic Show Positive Results
Argentina has been very effective in managing the coronavirus outbreaks, locking down early and keeping the number of coronavirus cases low.
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News Brief: Whistleblower To Testify, Wis. Court Order, Mexico Pandemic Cases
Government scientist turned whistleblower Richard Bright will testify before the House. Wisconsin's Supreme Court overturns the state's stay-at-home order. And, Mexico's COVID-19 cases peaking.
Mexico Plans To Reopen Even As Officials Say COVID-19 Cases Are Near Peak
The official numbers are still relatively low, but Mexico City hospitals and cemeteries are overwhelmed with apparent victims of the coronavirus.
Argentina Reacted Early And Kept The Coronavirus Largely Contained
Once there were 100 cases, the government imposed broad confinement measures. More than seven weeks later, with 317 coronavirus-related deaths, Argentina is easing its lockdown outside Buenos Aires.
Haitian Doctor Says This Is The Worst Epidemic He's Faced
A major health agency fears a humanitarian crisis. Migrant workers are returning home from the hard-hit Dominican Republic. Medical equipment is in short supply. And social distancing is improbable.
What Would A Sharp Decline In Remittances Mean For Latin America
Immigrants in the U.S. sent an estimated $150 billion to their home countries in 2019 — half to Latin America and the Caribbean. The World Bank is predicting a sharp decline in remittances this year.
Passionate Mayor In Brazil Is On A Mission To Save Lives From COVID-19
With hospitals and cemeteries overwhelmed by the coronavirus, the mayor of Manaus, Brazil's hardest hit city, has appealed to world leaders, including President Trump, for help.
U.N. Humanitarian Aid Request Due To COVID-19 More Than Triples
"Unless we take action now, we should be prepared for a significant rise in conflict, hunger and poverty," the U.N. humanitarian chief says. In total, the aid would reach 63 countries.
2 Americans Are Locked Up After A Failed Attempt To Overthrow Venezuelan President
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Joshua Goodman, Latin America correspondent for the Associated Press, about a failed attempt to overthrow Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
After Failed Coup Plot, Maduro Touts Video Of Detained American Conspirator
Venezuelan forces caught former U.S. service members Luke Denman and Airan Berry after an ill-fated raid attempt. Now, Maduro is seeking to implicate President Trump with Denman's interrogation video.