
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras – Honduran Defense Minister Marlon Pascua shows the weapons authorities seized from 13 alleged narco-traffickers who were arrested by the Navy aboard a vessel in the Caribbean Sea last week. Naval officials also confiscated US$658,000 during the bust. (Honduran Ministry of Defense/AFP)

The search for oil and gas continues in Paraguay’s El Chaco region

Young Venezuelan designers launch successful businesses amidst a troubled economy

Global problem is particularly destructive to the region

Brazilian president has his life told in the movie directed by Fábio Barreto

A virus reduced fish production, creating crisis and unemployment throughout the industry

Despite early difficulties, Caracas-native Vanessa Boulton becomes international designer

The first couple begins 2010 with numerous economic problems

More than 380,000 laptops have been issued by the government

The arrival of the e-book has publishing industry worried about revenue loss

Young entrepreneurs launch swimwear company amidst troubled economy

Recently signed accords extend beyond the ideological realm into mere business

Latin American immigrants celebrate Three Wise Men Day in Spain

Projects such as the cattle chip may help the country reduce its US$14 billion debt in the semiconductor industry

Venezuelan company Oh! Nena fills niche with its unique headpieces

Three judges dismissed from Supreme Court for revoking congressional order in 2003

Politicians in the Andean nation reject the guerrilla’s “cynicism”

Caracas’ colors, chaos inspire the happy brand Hidrophoniq

Bachelet expected to sign entry papers on Jan. 11, but hopes Congress will ratify

The government now offers free Internet access in the state’s poorest and most violent area

As four teams’ Super Bowl dreams continue, they end for four others

U.S. Congressman: ‘The FTA between Colombia and the US is moving in the right direction’

A new breed of singers use samba as the backdrop for their creations

Economic experts, Venezuelans concerned about rising inflation

Many teams in debt

Judge overturns President Fernández de Kirchner’s decree to fire bank president

U.S., Netherlands deny allegations

Colombia-manufactured cocaine reaches Europe more easily through new route in West Africa

The V Military World Games will be held in Rio in July 2011

Homes in oil-rich country to be without power for four hours every two days

U.S., Europe and Latin America expedite relief efforts to destroyed nation

Countries, organizations reaching out to devastated country

Haitians “will not be forsaken” or “forgotten,” the president promises

Exclusive interview with former U.S. military intelligence officer on U.S. aid to Haiti

Indianapolis Colts’ Pierre Garçon: ‘It’s probably the worst thing that could ever happen’

U.S. to have nearly 1,000 troops in impoverished nation by Jan. 16

Performers urge their fans to contribute

“We are still hearing voices from under the ruins in Port-au-Prince”

Boulos ‘What Haitians need now is water, food and shelter’

Voters to decide on Jan. 17; President Bachelet to vote for Frei

U.S. teaming with 18 countries to help reeling Caribbean nation

Millions of U.S. dollars raised by religious groups to be sent to Haiti

Mexican-American quarterbacks are two wins from the NFL’s Super Bowl

Wind generation must represent 3% of the country’s total energy production by 2012

The support of Latin America is one of the international efforts working to relieve the Haitians’ suffering

Dominicans flock to help their neighbors

Purchasing gasoline for the distribution of water, tents a priority, Oxfam International official says.

The country’s provinces resent President Chávez’s decision to stop electricity rationing only in Caracas

“Rescuing people is what [members of the Task Force] live for”

Argentina’s Patronelli, France’s Desprès, Russia’s Chagin and Spain’s Sainz celebrate first-place finishes

Argentina waits for rulings in 24 cases of investment disputes

Dominican Republic’s Fernández says Haiti needs US$2B of aid annually

Countries come together to help impoverished Caribbean nation

Wealthy cattle rancher held captive for 94 days

Defense Minister confirms troops will remain in Haiti another five years

A week after the destruction, rescue teams still pulling survivors from rubble

Sebastián Piñera begins four-year term as president on March 11

U.S. military saves lives and maintains order in the ravaged nation

Funny cows to invade the streets of São Paulo

More than 3,000 Brazilian doctors, nurses and medical technicians have volunteered to help earthquake victims

Haiti's neighbor wants to avoid a mass exodus of earthquake victims

Authorities monitoring closely migrant activity

New Orleans linebacker Jonathan Vilma raises money for Haiti

Montevideo and Port-au-Prince are sister cities

A group of volunteers launched a relief campaign in Sulaimaniyah, Erbil, and Duhok to help Haitians in need.

Zelaya’s departure opens a gateway to the country’s normalization

Vikings play the Saints, with the Jets taking on the Colts

Meetings will be held in Porto Alegre from Jan. 25-29

From Canada to Argentina, solidarity with the ravaged nation abounds

Earthquake strengthens bond between Guatemalans and Haitians

Blind Paraguayans show their talents on the field

Ticos return home after six-day trip

Santos: ‘There is still a lot to do’

Lobo has tough task in solidifying divided nation

Suspension of six TV stations causes protests nationwide

Rock ‘n’ roll’s popularity soaring

NGO based in Rio has been active in Port-au-Prince since 2004

Latin America and Spain exhibit their tourist attractions at the ITTF

Children taken to Dominican Republic, where future is uncertain

Rubem César Fernandes guarantees Haiti is safe

Communication law criticized by different sectors in the country

An unprecedented national campaign focuses on the risks of addiction

Lebanese, Syrians, Palestinians and Jordanians have long-standing bond with Haiti

Free treatment is offered only with the patients’ consent

Soccer icon clinging to life in Mexico City after being shot in the head