Netflix Streams Its Way To Cuba — Slowly
Netflix, the video-streaming service, announced it was offering monthly packages to Cuba starting this month. But few people on the island have access to high-speed internet.
Latin America
Haitian's Lynching Renews Protests Against Dominican Citizenship Law
The killing of a Haitian man sparks debate amid a government initiative to reclassify who is a Dominican citizen.
A Historic Drought Grips Brazil's Economic Capital
Restaurants are using disposable cutlery and plates. Residents only have water for a few hours. Food prices are soaring. Now, Sao Paulo faces draconian rationing of up to five days a week.
How NAFTA Changed American (And Mexican) Food Forever
The trade agreement has helped the U.S., Mexico and Canada sell a lot more food to one another. That's meant more seasonal produce for the U.S., and more processed food and supermarkets for Mexico.
Nicaragua's New Canal Could Be Environmental Disaster, Report Says
Scientists believe the project, which is reportedly underway already, could destroy a million acres of rainforest and contaminate Central America's largest source of drinking water.
'Stop Telling Women To Smile': Denouncing 'Jackals' And Catcalling In Mexico
Sexual harassment is rampant in Mexico City. The artist behind "Stop Telling Women to Smile" is asking women to talk back.
Mexican TV Icon Roberto Gómez Bolaños Dies At 85
The actor, writer and director was a staple of Mexican television comedies and children's programs for decades.
Gitmo Trial For Sept. 11 Suspects Resumes — Then Abruptly Halted
The trial of five men accused in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks resumed on Monday at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and then was abruptly halted. Defendants in the case protested that one of the court interpreters at the hearing had been present years before at secret sites where the men had been held and, they claim, tortured. The judge ordered a recess to look into the matter.
With New Rules In Place, Netflix Expands To Cuba
Starting today, Cubans with an Internet connection and access to international payment methods will have access to a wide array of movies and shows. There are huge hurdles, though.
Colombian Rebels Invite Miss Universe To Join Peace Talks
Paulina Vega, 22, said in interviews that she wanted to help end her country's 50-year civil war. So, FARC asked her to attend talks in Havana.