Colombia Uribe Investigation: Mancuso Backs None of the Claims
In the Colombia Uribe investigation into the El Aro and La Granja massacres, former paramilitary chief Salvatore Mancuso said he...
September 4, 2026Section
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Latin America news in English from The Rio Times — daily coverage of politics, economy and culture across the region.
Peru Agriculture Minister Faces a Four-Year Prison Request
Anti-corruption prosecutors want four years in prison for Peru agriculture minister Marco Vinelli over conduct alleged during his time running...
September 4, 2026
Mexico Judicial Reform: Norma Piña Reappears With a Pointed Joke
Mexico judicial reform critic Norma Piña, who led the old Supreme Court, mocked the election cheat sheets at a Mexico...
September 4, 2026
Guatemala Ports Law Signed, Creating a National Port Authority
President Arevalo signed the Guatemala ports law on September 2, creating an autonomous port authority and 50-year contracts for private...
September 4, 2026
Venezuela Oil Revenue: Washington Says China Gets No Claim on It
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says Beijing will have no claim on Venezuela oil revenue. China says its rights in...
September 4, 2026
Venezuela Power Grid: Washington Sets a One-Year Repair Goal
The US energy secretary says a GE Vernova deal can stabilise the Venezuela power grid in six to twelve months....
September 4, 2026
Colombia’s New President Dismantles ‘Total Peace’, Signs Extraditions
Colombia's President De la Espriella dismantles 'Total Peace', signing extradition orders for five traffickers linked to former President Petro's
September 4, 2026
Geles Cabrera, Mexico’s Pioneering Sculptor, Dies at 100
Geles Cabrera, long hailed as Mexico's first professional female sculptor, has died at 100. Her seven-decade career shaped the human...
September 4, 2026
Chile Reports Homicide Drop and 188 Fugitives Arrested
Chile's government reports a 17.2% homicide drop and 188 fugitives arrested, but opposition and prosecutors offer a mixed picture on...
September 4, 2026