Original letter from Columbus announcing ‘discovery’ of America goes on sale for first time
The explorer is widely thought of as an exploiter today, and didn’t know east from west. But a version of his boastful missive is expected...
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Brazil bank’s past slavery ties to be investigated in unprecedented inquiry
Banco do Brasil, one of country’s biggest banks, under scrutiny as institutions called to account for role in trafficking of Africans Brazilian prosecutors have launched...
Cuban officials warn of increased blackouts due to fuel shortages
Citizens of the island nation were told that power outages of up to 10 hours a day could be expected outside Havana Cuban officials have...
Peruvian man arrested for making more than 150 bomb threats to US schools
Suspect, arrested in Peru, allegedly threatened schools after failing to ‘sextort’ nude photos from schoolchildren A Peruvian man was arrested in Peru for sending more...
Woman shields son from black bear eating birthday picnic in Mexico
Silvia Macías was celebrating 15th birthday of son Santiago when bear appeared and gulped down tacos A woman in Mexico shielded her son after a...
Brazilians push to make dream of Black woman on supreme court a reality
Women make up 51% of the population, and Afro-Brazilians 56%, but no Black woman has ever sat on the highest court A young Black Brazilian...
‘Anything for my family’: Venezuelans in US welcome temporary protected status
Asylum seekers who arrived before the end of July – about 472,000 – will now be able to legally live and work in the US...
Canada parliament speaker resigns after calling Ukrainian Nazi veteran a ‘hero’
Anthony Rota steps down after meeting with party leaders in Ottawa having invited Yaroslav Hunka to special session The speaker of Canada’s parliament has resigned...
Mexican film showing abuse in military is ‘a fraction’ of reality, says star
Officials react defensively to Heroico, which has been compared to Full Metal Jacket for its scenes of physical and psychological abuse Mexico’s national guard has...
Bolsonaro met with army, navy and air force heads to discuss coup – reports
Claims by former Brazilian president’s ex-secretary prompt calls for alleged rightwing conspirators to be brought to justice Jair Bolsonaro’s former secretary has reportedly told investigators...
