A García Márquez Novel Becomes a One-Man Show in Barranco
En los Tiempos del Cólera plays La Vermut Bar in Barranco, Lima, on Saturday 29 August at 6pm. One performer,...
August 22, 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.
CAF Portfolio in Uruguay Doubles to US$2 Billion
The CAF portfolio in Uruguay has doubled to about US$2 billion over five years, and Montevideo hosts the region's economy...
August 22, 2026
Jamaica Waives Storm Insurance for 36,000 Mortgage Holders
The National Housing Trust waived J$585 million in storm insurance premiums for 36,000 mortgages after Hurricane Melissa. Learn more.
August 22, 2026
Viettel Wins Spectrum to Become the Dominican Fourth Operator
Viettel wins spectrum in the Dominican Republic, becoming the fourth mobile operator with a US$560 million investment plan. Learn more.
August 22, 2026
JPMorgan Puts Dominican Republic Growth Near 4.5%
JPMorgan expects Dominican Republic growth of 4.5% in 2026, citing strong first-half performance and easing inflation. Learn more.
August 22, 2026
Medellín Has 1,000 Performers on Stage This Week, in 23 Theatres
The 22nd Fiesta de las Artes Escénicas runs in Medellín until 29 August. Over 1,000 artists perform across 23 theatres.
August 22, 2026
Mexico’s City of Gold Sells It Cheap. Washington Says Do Not Go
Iguala in Guerrero is Mexico's gold-working capital, with workshops selling well below city prices. It also sits under a US...
August 22, 2026
Six Places in El Salvador Where the Night Actually Gets Going
El Salvador nightlife concentrates in a handful of districts in San Salvador plus two beach towns. Here is where they...
August 22, 2026
Morat Are Playing Six Nights in Bogotá. Two Are Still to Come
Morat play six nights at Movistar Arena in Bogotá across two weekends. The last two shows are on 22 and...
August 22, 2026