For Latin Leaders, Venezuela Looms Large in U.S. Presidential Election
Many leaders believe that the next U.S. president—be it Joe Biden or Donald Trump—will be forced to clamp down on the Venezuelan regime even harder—or engage directly with Venezuela head on.
Giant turtle revealed in "remarkable" 57-million-year-old fossils
The prehistoric turtle may have reached a total body length of around 5 feet, according to paleontologists.
Colombia's Democracy is Under Threat. Here's Why the World Should Care
In a rapidly changing world where soft power can be garnered through targeted messaging, the outcome of Colombian President Gustavo Petro's power grab matters.
Snake bites researcher, leading to discovery of five new viper species
"The need to protect eyelash vipers is critical, since unlike other snakes, they cannot survive without adequate canopy cover," said expert Alejandro Arteaga.
Why Normalizing Venezuela's Maduro Is Dangerous
Reinstating the pre-October sanctions may initially make the Biden administration appear weak. But the real weakness is caving in to the whims of a terrorist.
Video shows Spirit Airlines chaos as passenger throws punches
A man was dragged off a Spirit Airlines flight following a scuffle with police that left passengers screaming in alarm.
Amateur ornithologist films "extremely rare" half-female, half-male bird
The footage could be some of the best ever taken of a bilateral gynandromorph—an animal that has one side of the body male, and the other female.
Sustainability
COP28 looks to nature for help against climate change
COP28 produced more money to protect the forests and other ecosystems that can draw down CO2. But new data shows fossil fuels still threaten protected forests.
Roger Waters sparks outrage over pro-Palestinian gesture
The Pink Floyd co-founder often speaks out about the plight of the Palestinians but has been accused of antisemitism.
Sustainability
At COP28, oil-rich Colombia moves to end fossil fuels and protect forests
Colombian Environment Minister Susana Muhamad said her country is reducing fossil fuels and deforestation, but global economics don't support climate action.
New species of butterfly "stained with fire" found in cloud-covered forests
The flame-colored butterfly was first observed high up in the Andes Mountains at an altitude of around 10,000 feet.
Colombia goes to war with Pablo Escobar's hippos
The notorious drug lord smuggled four hippos into the country to keep at his luxurious country estate. Now their descendants are considered an invasive species.
Girl, 8, dies after tooth pulled out during routine dentist visit
"They couldn't do anything," the girl's mother said after her 8-year-old daughter suffered a hemorrhage during a tooth extraction.
Skydiver dies after mid-air collision with girlfriend
The skydiving instructor, 43-year-old Julio Fredy Pardo, had previously made more than 3,000 successful jumps in his life.
Ancient Cemetery uncovered containing axes and chisels
The characteristics of the artifacts suggest the cemetery was associated with the Quimbaya culture, which had mysteriously disappeared by the 10th century.
Dog mauls baby to death after breaking into neighbor's house
The dog is thought to have escaped from its owner's home and broken into the house of a neighbor, then attacked the newborn.
Rare footage shows huge humpback whale nursing calf
It is only the second known visual record of nursing between a mother humpback and its calf, this video from off Colombia following a 2021 clip in Hawaii.
Only Total Peace in Colombia Can Save the Amazon and the Indigenous
Total peace must reach every corner of Colombia, flowing through the rivers, roads, and trails of the most remote parts of the country.
The deadly volcano making experts worried
The Nevado del Ruiz volcano, which was responsible for one of the deadliest volcanic eruptions of the 20th century, has been showing signs of activity.
Exclusive: Venezuela seeks a deal with Biden as Colombia summit begins
"Venezuela is waiting for a response from the American side," a Venezuelan official tells Newsweek.
Exclusive: Potential Venezuela swap emerges to free U.S. citizens for Saab
Newsweek has learned of a letter from detained U.S. citizen Eyvin Hernandez asking President Biden for a prisoner swap involving Venezuelan diplomat Alex Saab.
China speaks out after another spy balloon discovered
The Colombian air force identified the balloon in its airspace on February 3.
Colombia releases information on second Chinese balloon
While Chinese business opportunities have expanded in Colombia in recent years, the country reportedly does not have strong political ties with Beijing.
Photos appear to show second Chinese balloon passing over Latin America
The Pentagon confirmed on Friday that they were aware of another Chinese surveillance balloon crossing Latin America.
Shakira, Gerard Pique drama timeline amid Clara Chia Marti pic controversy
Pique confirmed his relationship with the 23-year-old student after Shakira released a scathing diss track.
California man drugged and killed while traveling in Colombia: Family
A GoFundMe page has since been set up to help Paul Nguyen's family pay for his body to be repatriated and funeral expenses.
Joe Biden's Venezuela problem just got much worse
"Changes of government in Colombia and Brazil are almost the final nails in the coffin of the Trump-era policy," Crisis Group's Phil Gunson told Newsweek.
Rescuers Free Baby Humpback Tangled in Discarded Fishing Net
Footage shows the trapped baby humpback whale thrashing as it attempts to free itself from the fishing net.
Three Tons of Cocaine Worth $108M Seized on Narco-Submarine
The bust has prevented the consumption of nearly 8 million doses of cocaine worldwide.
Experts Find 4 New Mini Orchids That Are at Risk of Extinction
The discoveries were made in the Cauca valley between the Andes mountains and the Pacific Ocean.