Powerful Earthquake Hits Ecuador's Coast, Killing At Least 28
At least 28 have been killed after a 7.8 magnitude quake struck the central coast.
Latin America
Are Cuba's Communist Leaders Ready For Life Without Castro?
Under a cloud of secrecy, the island's top leaders are gathering for a party meeting that may usher in the beginning of the post-Castro world.
What We Know: Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff Faces Impeachment Vote
The country's lower house of parliament will vote Sunday in impeachment proceedings that have sharply divided the country.
Brazil's Lower House Starts Debating Whether To Impeach President Dilma Rousseff
Early Friday morning, the country's Supreme Court ruled it will allow the impeachment proceedings to move forward. The lower house is expected to vote on Sunday.
With The Economy Crashing, Brazilians Turn On A Once-Popular President
Dilma Rousseff was elected twice as the country's economy soared. But a bruising recession is now seen as the leading reason many Brazilians have turned against her.
Gangs Flex Their Muscle On Violent Streets Of El Salvador
The country of El Salvador has one of the highest murder rates in the world. Street gangs control huge swaths of cities, and last year, they flexed their muscle in a startling way.
City, Interrupted: How Gang Killings Brought San Salvador To A Halt
To exert control, the gangs targeted bus drivers. The ensuing bloodshed stopped the buses, tied the city in knots and vividly demonstrated why El Salvador has one of the world's highest murder rates.
In Mexico City, The Return Of Terrible Smog
Mexico City has its worst smog in more than a decade. The government has ordered cars off the street one day a week, but city planners say that isn't a long-term solution.
Demand For Beer Increases In Cuba As More U.S. Tourists Visit
With the sudden influx of Americans, the island is facing a shortage. Thanks to "Yanqui" capitalism, bars, cafes and gas stations across the country are running low on beer.
Brazil's President Is One Step Closer To Being Impeached
A congressional commission in Brazil has voted to recommend that President Dilma Rousseff face impeachment proceedings. The group's decision sets the stage for a full vote of the lower house.