Cuban foreign travel eases, U.S. is stymied
New Cuban regulations taking effect on January 14 allow for hassle-free foreign departures and easy return for travelers.
Evo Morales remains popular despite corruption charges
Socialist-oriented projects, aimed at shoring up national independence and protecting indigenous rights, were on track. Yet the specter of governmental corruption had materialized.
Debate heats up over U.S. troop levels in Afghanistan
Debate is intensifying about the numbers of U.S. troops to remain in Afghanistan after the projected withdrawal of most by the end of 2014.
Trinidad & Tobago engulfed in political turmoil
The oil-rich island nation of Trinidad and Tobago has become engulfed in political turmoil, in part a result of the breakup of the country's ruling coalition.
Thousands take to streets to mourn Delhi gang-rape victim
Thousands poured onto the streets of India over the weekend to mourn the death of a pre-medical student who was subjected to a brutal gang rape.
Alan Gross and the Cuban Five: Why not exchange holiday gifts?
Although the U.S. government has been saying "no exchange," Mr. and Mrs. Gross are not, because it is not in their interests to shut off that possibility.
Mexico’s high court protects gay marriage rights
A Supreme Court ruling last week allows same-sex couples to legally marry, if they request special legal protection from federal tribunals.
Free David Ravelo! Peace in Colombia - with justice!
Ravelo, a well-known human rights activist, is the victim of flawed judicial processes.
Oscar Niemeyer, visionary architect and Communist, dies at 104
A Communist who experienced persecution, exile, and the shifting fortunes of our movement, his dedication to the struggle for a better world inspired generations of activists.
UN vote on Palestine shakes things up
Last week's vote in the UN's General Assembly, which afforded "nonmember observer state" status to Palestine, and the Israeli government's response, has created controversy.
