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Chile: Flight to Punta Arenas Captures Smoke From Argentina Wildfires

A video taken from a flight to Punta Arenas shows thick smoke from wildfires in Argentina drifting over the area near Lake Todos los Santos in Los Lagos, southern Chile on Wednesday, January 14.

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Colombian President Petro Rally to Defend National Sovereignty

A demonstrator holds a sign with 'Simon Bolivar's War to Death' that reads 'Latin America Free' as Colombian President Gustavo Petro speaks during a rally in defense of national sovereignty in Bogota, January 7, 2026, after comments by U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a possible military intervention in Colombia, days after U.S. forces struck Venezuela and captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores. Petro later said tensions eased following a phone call with Trump and announced plans to visit the United States to continue discussions. Photo by: Sebastian Barros/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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RECAP: Celebrations and Protests Erupt After Maduro Captured by U.S.

Venezuelans around the world gathered in streets and public squares on January 3, 2026, celebrating after the U.S. announced the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.

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Argentina: Crowds Celebrate in Buenos Aires After Maduro’s Capture 3

Venezuelans living across Latin America gathered in streets and public squares, including Buenos Aires’ Obelisk, to celebrate after the U.S. announced the capture and removal of President Nicolás Maduro from Venezuela on January 3, 2026.

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Argentina: Crowds Celebrate in Buenos Aires After Maduro’s Capture 2

Venezuelans living across Latin America gathered in streets and public squares, including Buenos Aires’ Obelisk, to celebrate after the U.S. announced the capture and removal of President Nicolás Maduro from Venezuela on January 3, 2026.

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Argentina: Crowds Celebrate in Buenos Aires After Maduro’s Capture

Venezuelans living across Latin America gathered in streets and public squares, including Buenos Aires’ Obelisk, to celebrate after the U.S. announced the capture and removal of President Nicolás Maduro from Venezuela on January 3, 2026.

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Venezuela: Caracas Plunges Into Chaos After US Strikes

Explosions and aircraft noise jolted Caracas in the early hours of January 3, with flames and smoke seen near military facilities. The US said airstrikes captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, plunging the city into tension and uncertainty.

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Argentina: Massive Power Outage Strikes Buenos Aires Amid Heatwave Ahead of New Year’s Eve 4

A massive power outage hit Buenos Aires and surrounding suburbs late Tuesday, December 30, leaving tens of thousands users without electricity during an intense heatwave. The blackout was caused by a failure at Edesur’s Bosques substation and triggered widespread complaints under the hashtag #SinLuz, raising concerns as temperatures were forecast to climb near 39°C. Power was gradually restored overnight, with more than half of affected customers regaining service by early Wednesday

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Argentina: Massive Power Outage Strikes Buenos Aires Amid Heatwave Ahead of New Year’s Eve 3

A massive power outage hit Buenos Aires and surrounding suburbs late Tuesday, December 30, leaving tens of thousands users without electricity during an intense heatwave. The blackout was caused by a failure at Edesur’s Bosques substation and triggered widespread complaints under the hashtag #SinLuz, raising concerns as temperatures were forecast to climb near 39°C. Power was gradually restored overnight, with more than half of affected customers regaining service by early Wednesday

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Peru: Train Crash Leaves Passengers Stranded at Aguas Calientes Station

On Tuesday, December 30, two trains collided head-on on a single-track route leading to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu in Peru. One train driver was killed and at least 36–40 people were injured. The crash occurred between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes stations, leaving many tourists stranded. The cause of the accident has not yet been determined, and the injured were taken to hospitals in Cusco and nearby areas. This video shows chaotic scenes at Machu Picchu Station as tourists were left stranded.

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Chile: Wildfire Burns Hundreds of Hectares in Las Condes, Santiago

A wildfire broke out on Monday, December 29, 2025, in the San Carlos de Apoquindo area of Las Condes, northeastern Santiago, prompting a large emergency response. The blaze, known as Plaza Sur, has burned at least 470 hectares near the Claro Arena stadium, though no homes or critical infrastructure have been affected. Strong winds and limited water access have hampered firefighting efforts, but authorities say the fire’s intensity is decreasing while containment work continues.

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Argentina: Flash Flooding Paralyzes Buenos Aires After Intense Storm

A sudden and violent storm struck Buenos Aires and the surrounding metropolitan area on Tuesday afternoon, December 23, triggering severe flash flooding after a day of extreme heat. Up to 80 millimeters of rain fell in under an hour in some areas, submerging cars, flooding streets, and paralyzing major routes including the Pan-American Highway and General Paz Avenue. At least 30 people were rescued from trapped vehicles, while emergency services received hundreds of calls. The Unicenter shopping mall in Martínez was evacuated as images of the flooding spread rapidly on social media.

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Argentina: Flash Flooding Paralyzes Buenos Aires After Intense Storm 2

A sudden and violent storm struck Buenos Aires and the surrounding metropolitan area on Tuesday afternoon, December 23, triggering severe flash flooding after a day of extreme heat. Up to 80 millimeters of rain fell in under an hour in some areas, submerging cars, flooding streets, and paralyzing major routes including the Pan-American Highway and General Paz Avenue. At least 30 people were rescued from trapped vehicles, while emergency services received hundreds of calls. The Unicenter shopping mall in Martínez was evacuated as images of the flooding spread rapidly on social media.

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Mexico: Short Circuit Causes Smoke, Prompts Evacuation at CDMX Metro Station

A cloud of smoke was reported late Wednesday, December 17, at Merced station on Mexico City’s Metro Line 1, prompting the evacuation of a train and the station. Transit officials said the smoke was caused by a short circuit, likely triggered by a metal object on the tracks, and denied reports of an explosion, adding that service later resumed normally.

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about the new Mexican supercomputer, 'Coatlicue', the first in Latin America, will have a large data processing capacity. on November 26, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about the new Mexican supercomputer, 'Coatlicue', the first in Latin America, will have a large data processing capacity. on November 26, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo is seen behind while José Antonio Peña Merino, Head of the Agency for Digital Transformation and Telecommunications, speaking during a news conference about the new Mexican supercomputer, 'Coatlicue', the first in Latin America, will have a large data processing capacity. on November 26, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about the new Mexican supercomputer, 'Coatlicue', the first in Latin America, will have a large data processing capacity. on November 26, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about the new Mexican supercomputer, 'Coatlicue', the first in Latin America, will have a large data processing capacity. on November 26, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about the new Mexican supercomputer, 'Coatlicue', the first in Latin America, will have a large data processing capacity. on November 26, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexico: Fire Erupts on Cerro del Tepeyac in Mexico City

A wildfire broke out on the Cerro del Tepeyac in the Sierra de Guadalupe, near Avenida Cantera in Gustavo A. Madero, Mexico City, on the night of Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The fire, also known locally as "El Gachupín," was reported by residents on social media to affect areas near Martín Carrera and La Villa. Emergency services responded and managed to control the blaze. Authorities are investigating the cause to determine whether it was deliberately set.

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Brazil: Cyclone Hits Paraná, Brings Tornado, Strong Winds, Heavy Rain

An extratropical cyclone and a cold front brought heavy rain and strong winds across Paraná from the afternoon of Friday, November 7, into early Saturday, November 8. In Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, a tornado killed at least six people and injured around 750, causing extensive damage.

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia in a family photo during the inauguration of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and unite efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly face the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia arrives at the opening of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and join efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia greets participants at the opening of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and unite efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia greets participants at the opening of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and unite efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia greets participants at the opening of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and unite efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia presides over the inauguration of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and join efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia arrives at the opening of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and join efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia arrives at the opening of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and join efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia greets participants at the opening of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and unite efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Sofia inaugurates the XI National Alzheimer s Congress - Spain

Queen Sofia presides over the inauguration of the XI CEAFA National Alzheimer's Congress and the XV Ibero-American Alzheimer's Congress, on November 6, 2025, in Ibiza (Spain). Under the slogan "Breaking Borders", the event aims to break down geographical barriers and join efforts between Europe and Latin America to jointly address the challenges posed by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Photo by Germán Lama / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peru: Clashes in Lima as Thousands Protest Interim President José Jerí 3

On October 15, thousands marched in Lima against interim President José Jerí and Congress, demanding reforms after Dina Boluarte’s ousting. Clashes with police left over 40 officers injured, while demonstrators and journalists reported excessive force, including tear gas and rubber bullets.

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Peru: Clashes in Lima as Thousands Protest Interim President José Jerí 2

On October 15, thousands marched in Lima against interim President José Jerí and Congress, demanding reforms after Dina Boluarte’s ousting. Clashes with police left over 40 officers injured, while demonstrators and journalists reported excessive force, including tear gas and rubber bullets.

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Peru: Protests Erupt Against New President José Jerí Administration in Lima 4

Thousands of people in Lima took to the streets to protest against the brand new administration of President José Jerí on Wednesday, October 15, just one day after he presented his cabinet. Police used tear gas to disperse the anti-government demonstrators.

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Peru: Clashes in Lima as Thousands Protest Interim President José Jerí

On October 15, thousands marched in Lima against interim President José Jerí and Congress, demanding reforms after Dina Boluarte’s ousting. Clashes with police left over 40 officers injured, while demonstrators and journalists reported excessive force, including tear gas and rubber bullets.

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Peru: Protests Erupt Against New President José Jerí Administration in Lima 3

Thousands of people in Lima took to the streets to protest against the brand new administration of President José Jerí on Wednesday, October 15, just one day after he presented his cabinet. Police used tear gas to disperse the anti-government demonstrators.

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Peru: Protests Erupt Against New President José Jerí Administration in Lima 2

Thousands of people in Lima took to the streets to protest against the brand new administration of President José Jerí on Wednesday, October 15, just one day after he presented his cabinet. Police used tear gas to disperse the anti-government demonstrators.

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Peru: Protests Erupt Against New President José Jerí Administration in Lima

Thousands of people in Lima took to the streets to protest against the brand new administration of President José Jerí on Wednesday, October 15, just one day after he presented his cabinet. Police used tear gas to disperse the anti-government demonstrators.

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Venezuela: M6.2 Earthquake Strikes Western and Northern Regions 2

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook western and northern Venezuela on Wednesday, September 24. According to the US Geological Survey, the epicenter was located at a depth of 7.8 kilometers (4.8 miles), about 24 kilometers (15 miles) from Mene Grande in the state of Zulia.

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Venezuela: M6.2 Earthquake Strikes Western and Northern Regions

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook western and northern Venezuela on Wednesday, September 24. According to the US Geological Survey, the epicenter was located at a depth of 7.8 kilometers (4.8 miles), about 24 kilometers (15 miles) from Mene Grande in the state of Zulia.

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Colombia: M6.2 Earthquake in Venezuela Felt Across Cities 2

On Wednesday, September 24, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck neighboring Venezuela, sending tremors across multiple cities in Colombia.

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Colombia: M6.2 Earthquake in Venezuela Felt Across Cities

On Wednesday, September 24, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck neighboring Venezuela, sending tremors across multiple cities in Colombia.

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Colombia: Fans Clash Outside Bogota Venue During Colombia-Venezuela Match

A celebration of the Colombia-Venezuela football match turned chaotic on Tuesday, September 9, as fans outside CityU in Bogotá clashed. Tensions escalated after Venezuela’s first goal, with some fans throwing beer at opposing supporters. By the time Colombia scored its sixth goal, the situation erupted into a physical fight, with people throwing punches, bottles, and other objects. Authorities intervened quickly, and the Metropolitan Police of Bogotá reported that the situation was controlled without injuries or arrests.

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MTV Video Music Awards - Press Room

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and actor Ricky Martin, winner of the 'Latin Icon Award' poses in the press room at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards held at UBS Arena on September 7, 2025 in Elmont, Nassau County, New York, United States. Photo by Jorge Estrellado/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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MTV Video Music Awards - Press Room

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and actor Ricky Martin, winner of the 'Latin Icon Award' poses in the press room at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards held at UBS Arena on September 7, 2025 in Elmont, Nassau County, New York, United States. Photo by Jorge Estrellado/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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MTV Video Music Awards - Press Room

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and actor Ricky Martin, winner of the 'Latin Icon Award' poses in the press room at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards held at UBS Arena on September 7, 2025 in Elmont, Nassau County, New York, United States. Photo by Jorge Estrellado/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexico: Hurricane Lorena Brings Heavy Rains to Pacific Coast 3

Hurricane Lorena, which formed late Monday night and is moving northwest off Baja California Sur, brought heavy rain to the state and other parts of western Mexico early Wednesday, September 3.

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Mexico: Hurricane Lorena Brings Heavy Rains to Pacific Coast 2

Hurricane Lorena, which formed late Monday night and is moving northwest off Baja California Sur, brought heavy rain to the state and other parts of western Mexico early Wednesday, September 3.

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Mexico: Hurricane Lorena Brings Heavy Rains to Pacific Coast

Hurricane Lorena, which formed late Monday night and is moving northwest off Baja California Sur, brought heavy rain to the state and other parts of western Mexico early Wednesday, September 3.