South america

Mayors of eight Colombian cities adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism

The mayors promised to implement the definition as a guiding tool for supporting Jewish Communities in Colombia.

Colombians stand outside a polling station during the elections for governors, regional lawmakers and mayors, in Bogota, Colombia October 29, 2023.
Checua desert, home to mysterious extinct human lineage.

Checua mystery: 6,000-year-old genomes of extinct humans upend the peopling of South America

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro talks to member of the media on the day of Venezuela's mayoral and council elections, in Caracas, Venezuela, July 27, 2025.

US increases reward for arrest of Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro to $50 million

 Members of Hamas with the backdrop of the Gaza Strip, amid reports that Hamas has lost control of much of its territory.

Foreign ministers from Europe, the Americas issue new statements condemning Hamas


Breakthrough DNA study reveals unknown ancient humans in Colombia

Geneticist Casas-Vargas: "That genetic traces of the original population disappear completely is unusual, especially in South America".

 Breakthrough DNA study reveals unknown ancient humans in Colombia.

Major genomic study reveals humanity's longest prehistoric migration from Africa to South America

Reduction in genetic diversity in indigenous populations may have reduced their capacity to combat diseases.

 Major genomic study reveals humanity's longest prehistoric migration from Africa to South America.

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes Ecuador, buildings damaged

The quake struck at a depth of 23 km (14.29 miles), EMSC said, with Ecuadorean authorities ruling out issuing a tsunami warning.

A man stands near debris following an earthquake in Guayaquil, Ecuador March 18, 2023.

Argentina's president to declassify Nazi files, expose how war criminals fled to Argentina

The newly released archives could provide deeper insight into the extent of local support that enabled arrival of the fleeing Nazis.

Adolf Eichmann on trial in Jerusalem 521

‘Ibarra Blesses Israel’: Over 1,000 attend Israel-Ecuador solidarity event

Over 1,000 gather in Ecuador's Ibarra for Israel solidarity event, attended by Vice President Rojas and Israeli diplomatic officials, highlighting growing ties between the nations

 The “Ibarra Blesses Israel” event, in Ibarra, Ecuador.

South America's oldest civilization: Archaeologists discover new Caral-era Pyramid in Peru

The building at Chupacigarro reveals three superimposed platforms and stone walls marked by large 'huancas' at the corners and central staircase.


South America, Oceania, or Africa: Where will "White Lotus" go in Season 4?

HBO has officially announced the renewal of its acclaimed series "The White Lotus" for a fourth season, with production slated to begin in 2026.

 Aubrey Plaza, Season 2, “The White Lotus”.

Getting arrested on vacation is now a risk faced by young Israelis - opinion

Smuggled into Argentina with the help of Israel’s foreign ministry, Vagdani was able to make his way to the US and finally to his homeland.

 IDF troops operate in southern Lebanon. January 10, 2025.

Arrest warrant against IDF soldier in Brazil damages country's tourism industry, judge warns

Vagdani, who was the target of the warrant, is also a survivor of the Hamas October 7 attack. He arrived in Brazil on December 24.

 People hold signs during a protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, during the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil November 18, 2024.

Trump threatens to retake control of Panama Canal over excessive charges

It is not clear how Trump would seek to regain control over the canal, and he would have no recourse under international law if he decided to make a play for the passage.

 Donald Trump in front of the Panama Canal (illustrative).

27,000 years ago, humans co-existed with giant sloths in South America, researchers say

Sloth bones carved into ornaments indicate humans coexisted with megafauna thousands of years earlier than previously thought.

 A giant sloth. Illustration.