El Salvador, U.S. Reach Deal On Out-Migration
The Trump Administration has inked a deal to help El Salvador with the root causes of out-migration to the US.
Latin America
At Least 11 Journalists Killed This Year In Mexico
This year is on track to be the deadliest one yet for journalists in Mexico. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Mexican journalist Javier Garza about why conditions there are worsening for the press.
Hurricane Dorian Expected To Hit Florida Coast With 130 MPH Winds On Labor Day
"There is an increasing likelihood of life-threatening storm surge along portions of the Florida east coast" on Labor Day weekend, the National Hurricane Center says.
Former FARC Leaders Announce 'New Stage Of Fighting,' Upending Colombia's Peace Deal
In a video, one of the negotiators of the 2016 peace agreement accused the government of betrayal. The leader of another guerrilla group embraced the announcement, saying, "Better late than never."
Colombia's FARC Rebel Group Announces Plans To Re-Arm 3 Years After Peace Deal
A faction of Colombia's FARC rebel group announced they plan to re-arm, three years after signing a peace agreement with the government. They accuse of the government of failing to follow through.
Florida Governor Declares State Of Emergency As Hurricane Dorian Gains Force
In the next four days, Dorian's winds could top 115 mph — making it a Category 3 storm — the National Hurricane Center says.
How Brazil's Government Views The International Focus On Fires In The Amazon
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Nestor Forster Jr., Brazil's top diplomat in Washington, about the steps Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is taking to contain deforestation in the Amazon.
Brazil's President Says He Won't Accept $20 Million From G-7 Without An Apology
Fires in the Amazon prompted G-7 leaders to commit $20 million to address them. But Brazil's president says he won't take the money unless France's president retracts what he says were insults.
Tropical Storm Dorian Puts Puerto Rico On Hurricane Watch; Florida Also In Path
The longer-range forecast calls for Dorian to reach Florida over the weekend.
Brazil Rejects G-7's Offer Of $22 Million To Fight Amazon Fires
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro says he doesn't want the money — unless it comes with an apology from French President Emmanuel Macron.