Sílvia Pérez Cruz in Havana: A Free Concert in a Blackout
Sílvia Pérez Cruz in Havana gave a free concert at a church during a blackout, choosing a venue off the...
August 24, 2026Section
Latin America News in English
Latin America news in English from The Rio Times — daily coverage of politics, economy and culture across the region.
Buenos Aires Exhibitions: Belkis Ayon and a New Prize Show
Buenos Aires Exhibitions: two confirmed shows at MALBA and the National Museum of Fine Arts, with dates, addresses, and practical...
August 24, 2026
Colombia Earthquake Concert Raises US$3.7 Million
Colombia's Voices for Life concert raised 11.193 billion pesos (US$3.7 million) for earthquake victims, while Isagen seeks approval for a...
August 24, 2026
Colombia Criminal Groups Face Deportation Order and New Offensive
Colombia's president orders deportations of criminal migrants and intensifies operations against criminal groups, while watchdog presses for dam rules.
August 24, 2026
Ecuador and Singapore Sign Cooperation Pact in Historic Visit
Ecuador and Singapore signed a cooperation memorandum on 24 August 2026, covering education, digitalisation, and trade. No funded projects were...
August 24, 2026
Venezuela Dollarization Bill Drafted by US Economist Steve Hanke
US economist Steve Hanke has drafted a bill to dollarize Venezuela and close its central bank. The plan has no...
August 24, 2026
Brazil Vehicle Financing Hits Best July Since 2008
Brazil's vehicle financing hit 675k units in July 2026, the best July since 2008, driven by used cars and new-car...
August 24, 2026
Brazil Focus Survey Shows Weaker Growth, Sticky Inflation
Brazil's Focus survey cuts 2026 GDP forecast to 1.95% while inflation stays at 5.02%. Foreign outflows and fiscal strains weigh...
August 24, 2026
Brazil Enacts Mercosur E-commerce Agreement Into Law
Brazil promulgated the Mercosur e-commerce agreement on 24 August 2026, banning customs duties on digital trade between the bloc's four...
August 24, 2026