South America

Brazil 11 hours ago

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro indicted by Federal Police in undeclared diamonds case: AP

Brazilian Federal Police have reportedly indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro over alleged, undisclosed diamond receipts from Saudi Arabia, AP sources say.

Crime 2 days ago

Venezuelan migrants allegedly choke, rob Chicago man on train, video shows

Video shows the moment a group of Venezuelan migrants allegedly attacked a 49-year-old man before robbing him as he rode a Chicago commuter train in February.

LIFESTYLE 3 days ago

Wine drinkers may have dinosaurs to thank after 60M-year-old grape fossil seeds are found by scientists

Scientists found grape seed fossils from 60 million years ago during a dig in South America. They believe dinosaurs may be to thank for the regrowth and evolution of seeds.

South America 6 days ago

Bolivia’s president denounces 'self-coup' accusations as 'lies' as supporters rally

Bolivian President Luis Arce has denied accusations linking him to an alleged coup attempt that was allegedly orchestrated by General Juan José Zúñiga.

LIFESTYLE June 27

New fish species with human-like teeth named after popular movie villain

A new fish species with a mark that resembles "The Eye of Sauron" from "The Lord of the Rings" has been named by researchers in the Amazon after a genetic analysis.

South America June 27

Bolivia grapples with aftermath of failed coup attempt as nation strives to restore stability

Bolivia has been left reeling after troops, led by General Juan José Zúñiga, briefly seized the presidential palace in La Paz during an attempted coup.

South America June 26

Bolivian president survives failed coup, calls for 'democracy to be respected,' army general arrested

Bolivia's president survived an attempted coup Wednesday when military units rammed an armored vehicle into the presidential palace.

VIDEO June 26

Bolivia armed forces mobilize amid coup fears

Reuters reports that Bolivian armed forces took over the capital's central square on Wednesday igniting fears of a military coup. (Credit: Reuters)

South America June 26

Bolivian president warns 'irregular' military deployment under way in capital, raising coup fears

Bolivian President Luis Arce warned that an 'irregular' military deployment was taking place in the country's capital, prompting concerns of a potential coup.

Soccer June 26

Copa América referee collapses on field during Canada vs Peru match amid soaring temps in Kansas City

Copa América assistant referee Humberto Panjoj collapsed on the field during the first half of Canada vs. Peru.