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Colombia: Heavy Rain Hits Medellín, Causing Floods and Damage 2

On January 28, 2026, heavy rainfall in Medellín triggered multiple flooding emergencies, especially in the southeastern area of El Poblado. Overflowing of the La Presidenta creek flooded streets and prompted authorities to advise using alternative routes. The storm also caused fallen trees and a collapsed wall, damaging vehicles and public spaces, though no injuries were reported. In addition, lightning strikes affected the city, temporarily suspending operation of all six Metro cable cars before service was restored. Residents were advised to stay indoors and report emergencies via local authorities.

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Colombia: Heavy Rain Hits Medellín, Causing Floods and Damage

On January 28, 2026, heavy rainfall in Medellín triggered multiple flooding emergencies, especially in the southeastern area of El Poblado. Overflowing of the La Presidenta creek flooded streets and prompted authorities to advise using alternative routes. The storm also caused fallen trees and a collapsed wall, damaging vehicles and public spaces, though no injuries were reported. In addition, lightning strikes affected the city, temporarily suspending operation of all six Metro cable cars before service was restored. Residents were advised to stay indoors and report emergencies via local authorities.

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France: 5,000 Farmers Gather in Strasbourg to Demand Halt to EU-Mercosur Deal

In Strasbourg, roughly 5,000 protesters and hundreds of tractors demonstrated at the European Parliament on Tuesday, January 20, against the EU-Mercosur agreement. The protest precedes a key Wednesday vote, January 21, where EU lawmakers will decide if the deal should be referred to the European Court of Justice for a legal review, potentially stalling the ratification process.

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Chile: Deadly Wildfires Kill at Least 19, Destroy Hundreds of Homes 2

Deadly wildfires in southern Chile have killed at least 19 people and destroyed hundreds of homes, as strong winds and warm temperatures continue to fuel the blazes in the Ñuble and Biobío regions. Authorities have declared disaster zones and deployed soldiers, while firefighters battle ongoing and newly ignited fires.

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Chile: Deadly Wildfires Kill at Least 19, Destroy Hundreds of Homes

Deadly wildfires in southern Chile have killed at least 19 people and destroyed hundreds of homes, as strong winds and warm temperatures continue to fuel the blazes in the Ñuble and Biobío regions. Authorities have declared disaster zones and deployed soldiers, while firefighters battle ongoing and newly ignited fires.

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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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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

Sebastien Chenu and Louis Alliot during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

Wallerand de Saint Just during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of French far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Jordan Bardella during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of French far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Jordan Bardella during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of French far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Jordan Bardella during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

Sebastien Chenu and Louis Alliot during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of French far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Jordan Bardella during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of French far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Jordan Bardella during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen and Eric Ciotti during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rassemblement National New Year Wishes to the Press - Paris

President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen during the president of the National Rally, holds his first press conference of the new year at Maison de l’Amérique latine (Latin American House) on January 12, 2026 in Paris, France. Photo by Jean-Bernard Vernier/JBV News/ABACAPRESS.COM

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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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TikTok Awards US 2025

American professional Latin and ballroom dancer Ezra Sosa arrives at the TikTok Awards US 2025 held at the Hollywood Palladium on December 18, 2025 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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TikTok Awards US 2025

American professional Latin and ballroom dancer Ezra Sosa and American artistic gymnast Jordan Chiles arrive at the TikTok Awards US 2025 held at the Hollywood Palladium on December 18, 2025 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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TikTok Awards US 2025

American professional Latin and ballroom dancer Ezra Sosa and American artistic gymnast Jordan Chiles arrive at the TikTok Awards US 2025 held at the Hollywood Palladium on December 18, 2025 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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TikTok Awards US 2025

American professional Latin and ballroom dancer Ezra Sosa and American artistic gymnast Jordan Chiles arrive at the TikTok Awards US 2025 held at the Hollywood Palladium on December 18, 2025 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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TikTok Awards US 2025

American professional Latin and ballroom dancer Ezra Sosa and American artistic gymnast Jordan Chiles arrive at the TikTok Awards US 2025 held at the Hollywood Palladium on December 18, 2025 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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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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Anaconda Premiere - LA

Australian and American professional Latin dancer Peta Murgatroyd arrives at the World Premiere Of Columbia Pictures' 'Anaconda' held at The United Theater on Broadway at STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa on December 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Anaconda Premiere - LA

Australian and American professional Latin dancer Peta Murgatroyd arrives at the World Premiere Of Columbia Pictures' 'Anaconda' held at The United Theater on Broadway at STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa on December 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Anaconda Premiere - LA

Australian and American professional Latin dancer Peta Murgatroyd arrives at the World Premiere Of Columbia Pictures' 'Anaconda' held at The United Theater on Broadway at STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa on December 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Anaconda Premiere - LA

Maksim Chmerkovskiy and wife Australian and American professional Latin dancer Peta Murgatroyd arrive at the World Premiere Of Columbia Pictures' 'Anaconda' held at The United Theater on Broadway at STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa on December 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Anaconda Premiere - LA

Maksim Chmerkovskiy and wife Australian and American professional Latin dancer Peta Murgatroyd arrive at the World Premiere Of Columbia Pictures' 'Anaconda' held at The United Theater on Broadway at STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa on December 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)