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Highflying 'Emerging Markets' Had Their Wings Clipped In 2015
A weakening commodities market, hindered largely by the slowdown in China, has hurt economies in Latin America, Africa and elsewhere.
Puerto Rico Calls On Congress For Help In Billion Dollar Debt Crisis
Puerto Rico has a billion dollars in debt payments due January 1 and the U.S. territory's governor says the island may default. If forced to choose between making debt payments or paying for vital public services, Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla says he will choose Puerto Ricans. The heightening crisis has spurred Congress to take action, but it might not come until the island is insolvent.
For Rio's Lifeguards, New Year's Means Hordes Of Drunken Swimmers
Some 2 million revelers celebrate New Year's Eve on Copacabana Beach every year, and excessive drinking doesn't improve their ability to swim.
Brazil Rejects Israel's Ambassador; Israel Threatens Relations Downgrade
Brazil is refusing to receive the envoy Dani Dayan because of his ties to settlers on the occupied West Bank. The Israeli government says the refusal could lead to a downgrade in ties with Brazil.
Mother, Son Flee El Salvador; Begin Asylum Process In The U.S.
In 2015, millions of people were driven from their homes by war, gangs and famine. One of them is Rosa. She doesn't want her full name used because she fears for her safety and that of her son.
Cuban Immigrants Flow Into The U.S., Fearing The Rules Will Change
One consequence of improved relations is that Cubans believe it will soon be harder to immigrate to the U.S. This year has seen the largest influx of Cubans in more than two decades.
Captured 'Affluenza' Teen, Mother Had 'Going-Away Party,' Sheriff Says
Ethan Couch, who killed four people when driving drunk, and his mother were apprehended in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Texas authorities say they are working with Mexico to send the pair back to the U.S.
'Affluenza' Teen And His Mother Detained In Mexico
Mexican officials say they will hand over Ethan Couch for deportation to the U.S. The teen killed four people when driving drunk, and his lawyer blamed his client's wealthy upbringing.
Pope Francis Asks Central American Governments To Help Cuban Migrants
Thousands of Cubans have been stuck in Costa Rica as they attempt to make their way to the United States.