This is How Migration Trends Are Changing in 2023 as More South Americans Travel North
New data from The Dialogue showcases that more migrants are making their way to the U.S. from South America and through the Darien Gap
Interview: Understanding the Reaction of Latin American Countries to the Israel-Hamas War
Speaking with The Latin Times, the Wilson Center's Director for the Middle East Program analyzed this and other aspects of the conflict
Biden Pledges Billions to Build Infrastructure at Summit With Americas Leaders
The President said the US International Development Finance Corporation and the IDB will launch a "new investment platform" for the region
YouTube Takes Aim At Teens Bingeing On Body Image Videos
YouTube on Thursday said it tweaked its recommendation system in the United States to prevent teens from bingeing on videos idealizing certain body types.
US Says To Hold Climate Talks With China In California Ahead Of COP28
US climate envoy John Kerry will welcome his Chinese counterpart Xie Zhenhua from Saturday through Tuesday at the estate near Palm Springs, the State Department said.
Biden V Trump, The Unwanted Rematch For America's Soul
While the stakes could hardly be higher for American democracy, voters are increasingly turned off by the apparently inevitable rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
Democracy Worldwide Trending Downwards: Report
The Stockholm-based International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) said 85 out of 173 countries surveyed had "suffered a decline in at least one key indicator of democratic performance in the past five years".
Bitcoin Wins Boost On Hope Of Broader Trading
Bitcoin's price has risen strongly in recent weeks with the United States possibly set to allow a popular type of trading in the cryptocurrency that would further normalise the asset.
US Senate Approves Biden Pick For Israel Ambassador
Senators voted Tuesday to confirm President Joe Biden's nominee for US ambassador to Israel, filling a crucial posting that had been vacant for months as America's closest ally in the Middle East battles Hamas militants.
Attacks On US Forces Risk Conflict With Iran
Repeated attacks on American troops in the Middle East risk drawing the United States into a conflict with Iran even as Washington strives to prevent fighting between Israel and Hamas from spiraling into a regional war.
US Says Israel Must Protect Gaza Civilians As Calls For Aid Grow
Israel must protect innocent Gaza residents by distinguishing between Hamas militants and civilians, the White House warned Sunday, as world leaders stepped up calls for desperately needed humanitarian aid to reach the war-torn Palestinian territory.
Mike Pence Suspends His 2024 Presidential Campaign; Did He Have Any Latino Support?
The former Vice President had struggled to gain traction with prospective Republican voters, most of whom support Donald Trump
Over 20% of Hispanic Catholics Would Support Political Violence to "Save the Country"
Furthermore, over half of this group would support a leader willing to "break some rules to set things right," according to a new survey
On National Immigrants Day, Rodrigo Dorfman's 'Bulls and Saints' Shows a Side of Empowerment
The Latin Times interviewed the Chilean filmmaker about the production and the message it seeks to convey, as well as his analysis of the "Nuevo South"
How Big is The Latino Wealth Gap in U.S. States? Less Than 2 Times in Illinois, 40 Times in New York
A new study by Brookings analyzes the reasons for these stark differences. What it's like in Florida, Texas and California
China's Top Diplomat Starts US Visit As Biden Stands Firm
Foreign Minister Wang Yi is paying a rare high-level to Washington as the world's two largest economies seek to manage, if not resolve, a host of disputes that repeatedly sent tensions soaring in recent years.
US Forces In Iraq, Syria Face Spike In Attacks
American and allied forces deployed in Iraq and Syria as part of an international anti-jihadist coalition have been repeatedly targeted by drone and missile attacks this month.
Republicans Elect Mike Johnson, Staunch Conservative and Ally of Donald Trump, As House Speaker
The election ends more than three weeks of infighting between opposition lawmakers, who hold the majority of the Lower Chamber
National Food Day: How Latino Specialties Are Taking Over the U.S.
Along with immigration, many traditional dishes from across the region have become staples of the country's gastronomic scene
Russia, China, Seeking to Exploit Middle East Crisis to Turn Tables on U.S.
After Washington accused Rusia of disrupting international order, Moscow answered by accusing it of escalating the conflict through military reinforcements
With Mideast Crisis, Russia And China Hope To Turn Tables On US
Since Russia invaded Ukraine, the United States has sought to isolate Moscow and pressure China to keep its distance.
Dozens Of US States Sue Meta Over Harm To Children
Dozens of US states on Tuesday accused Facebook and Instagram owner Meta of profiting "from children's pain," damaging their mental health and misleading people about the safety of its platforms.
Tom Emmer Drops Nomination for Speaker of the House Hours After Being Selected
The chamber hasn't had a speaker for three weeks since the ouster of Kevin McCarthy and the unsuccessful attempts of Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan to succeed him
US Says Iran Assisting Base Attacks, Confirms Advisors In Israel
The United States accused Iran on Monday of "actively facilitating" attacks on US bases in the Middle East as it confirmed it had sent a small number of military advisors to Israel.
China's Top Diplomat To Pay Rare US Visit Ahead Of Potential Xi Trip
China's top diplomat will pay a rare visit to Washington this week, the United States announced Monday, paving the way for a potential visit by President Xi Jinping aimed at keeping tensions in check.
Republicans Vote to Drop Jim Jordan's Nomination for House Speaker and Return to Square One
They did so after a secret ballot of GOP lawmakers in a closed-door meeting. There is no clear successor
US Inflation Is 'Still Too High': Fed Chair Powell
US inflation is "still too high" despite a recent slowdown, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Thursday, leaving the door open for a new interest rate hike.
US Vetoes UN Resolution On Israel-Hamas War
The United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution on Wednesday calling for a "humanitarian pause" in the raging Israel-Hamas conflict as the text did not respect Israel's right to defend itself, the US ambassador said.
Washington In Limbo As House Marks 15th Day Without Speaker
US lawmakers rejected hard-line conservative Jim Jordan's bid for speaker of the House of Representatives for a second time on Wednesday, as the leadership vacuum paralyzed Washington for a 15th day with no clear resolution in sight.
US Tightens Curbs On AI Chip Exports To China
The United States on Tuesday said it was tightening curbs on exports of state-of-the-art AI chips to China, sending the share price of Nvidia and other semiconductor companies plummeting on Wall Street.