Growing Computer Consensus Leaves Category 4 Joaquin At Sea
The hurricane currently over the Bahamas has maximum sustained winds of 130 mph and could still cause some coastal flooding along the Atlantic Coast.
Latin America
'Tacopedia': A Mouth-Watering Tour Of Mexico's Taco Culture
From the smoked marlin tacos of Baja California to the fried flower tacos of Chiapas, Mexico is home to endless interpretations of this essential dish. A new tome documents this vibrant taco cuisine.
They Had A Million-Dollar Idea About Better Day Care In Urban Slums
The challenge to university students around the world: Come up with a way to provide quality education to slum kids under age 6. And the winner of the $1 million Hult Prize is ...
Referee Takes Gun Onto Soccer Field After Spat With Players In Brazil
In a spectator's video, referee Gabriel Murta Maciel Barbosa is seen being restrained by another official while he holds his weapon in one hand and points at a manager with the other.
Obama, Castro Strike Different Notes In U.N. Remarks
In his U.N. speech, President Obama cited improved ties with Cuba as an example of his commitment to diplomacy. But in his remarks, Cuban leader Raul Castro laid out a series of demands.
Thousands Protest Mexico's Investigation Into 43 Missing Students
It's been one year since 43 students in rural Mexico disappeared after being attacked by police officers. As protesters mark the anniversary, new theories have emerged about their disappearance.
Obama, Castro To Meet At U.N. Next Week
The two leaders will have their second, informal, face-to-face meeting since April at the General Assembly meeting in New York.
In Brazil, Syrian Refugees Retrace Migration Trails
Since Syria's civil war, Brazil has quietly accepted more Syrian refugees than any other country in Latin America. Those refugees are now building new lives and connecting with Syrian history there.
Colombian Government, FARC Announce Outlines Of Peace Deal
The Marxist revolutionary group known as FARC has been fighting the Colombian government for over 50 years. Thanks to peace talks in Havana, Cuba, the fighting may finally come to an end in six months.
High School Kicker Accidentally Hits Ref In The Head, Makes Extra Point
Plus, a goalie in the Mexican soccer league scored on himself when he inadvertently threw the ball into the head of an opposing player and it rebounded into the goal.