Iolanda Fonseca
Iolanda Fonseca is a polyglot linguist of Portuguese nationality with a degree in Economics and a post-graduate degree in Languages and Literature.
Mexico Tops U.S. Trade, Beating China
As of July, Mexico has surpassed China to become the U.S.'s leading trade partner, accounting for 15% of all American imports.
Several good signs boost...
Bolivia Keeps Opposition Leader in Jail Amid Probe
Bolivian courts have lengthened the detention of opposition leader and Santa Cruz Governor Luis Fernando Camacho by an additional three months.
He will stay in...
U.S.-Mexico Route Riskiest for 2022 Migrants
In 2022, the U.S.-Mexico border saw 686 deaths or disappearances, says a report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
This count makes up nearly...
Brazil Lags in School Spending Compared to OECD Countries
Brazil invests far less in public education than most developed countries. A recent report shows Brazil spends US$3,583 per student yearly.
The average in OECD...
Waterway Fee Dispute Escalates Between Paraguay and Argentina
Disagreements are growing between Paraguay and Argentina about the Paraguay-Paraná waterway.
These issues could reach Mercosur's highest levels soon. Argentina started charging tolls on January...
Tarcísio Tops Poll as Likely 2026 Bolsonaro Successor
A recent Institute of Democracy survey shows São Paulo governor Tarcísio de Freitas as the top pick to follow Bolsonaro in 2026.
He leads with...
Lula Says Courts to Decide on Putin’s Arrest at Brazil G20
Brazil's President Luís Inácio Lula da Silva changed his view on arresting Russia's President Putin and says the decision lies with the courts.
Lula made...
1,500 New Homes Announced for Cyclone-Hit Southern Brazil
Brazil's Housing Minister Jader Filho revealed plans for 1,500 new homes in cyclone-affected Rio Grande do Sul areas.
He shared this in an interview with...
Bolsonaro Party Leader Seeks 1,000 Mayoral Wins in Brazil
Valdemar Costa Neto, PL party leader, isn't worried about Mauro Cid's claims affecting Jair Bolsonaro.
He told a local paper that Bolsonaro's popularity will remain...
Brazil’s Risky G20 Invitation to Putin, Facing UN Penalties
Brazil's President Luís Inácio Lula da Silva has big plans for the G20, but he's now in a tight spot due to legal issues...
Musk Spurs California to Weigh Public Safety Against Free Speech
Elon Musk's Platform X has filed a lawsuit against California, claiming the state's law AB 587 limits free speech.
In taking this action, Musk, one...
Lula Brings Former Bolsonaro Allies into Brazil’s Government
Brazilian President Luís Inácio Lula da Silva recently expanded his cabinet. He added two parties that once backed Jair Bolsonaro.
Each new party gets a...
Honduras Approves US$16.4 Billion Budget for 2024
The Honduran government okayed a 2024 budget of 406 billion lempiras (US$16.4 billion). Finance Minister Rixi Moncada announced this on Friday.
President Xiomara Castro led...
Brazil wants to be a top travel and tourism hub and has a plan
Brazil wants to be a top travel and tourism hub and has a plan. The country needs to boost its economy and improve people's...