Latin America

Trump and Petro Signal Fragile Détente at White House

Felipe Cardona February 4, 2026

From Open Hostility to a Surprising Encounter President Donald Trump hosted Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House in a meeting that few observers would have predicted only months earlier. The encounter marked a sharp tonal shift after years of public sparring in which Petro emerged as one of

Trump Warns Venezuela New Leader of Consequences

Felipe Cardona January 5, 2026

Political tensions between the United States and Venezuela escalated sharply after former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was transferred to the US to face criminal charges, while Washington delivered an explicit warning to the country’s incoming leadership. The development has intensified diplomatic pressure across Latin America, reshaped market expectations around energy

Trump Confirms U.S. Operation That Removed Nicolás Maduro From Power

SMGN Publishing January 3, 2026

President Donald Trump confirmed that a United States-led operation resulted in the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, describing the mission as highly complex and strategically coordinated. Speaking publicly ahead of a formal address from Florida, Trump stated that the operation led to injuries among U.S. personnel but

US Signals It Will Keep or Sell Venezuelan Oil Seized Under Sanctions

Felipe Cardona December 23, 2025

The United States has intensified its economic and strategic pressure on Venezuela. This follows confirmation that crude oil seized from tankers off the country’s coast will either be retained, sold, or redirected into national reserves. This move signals a new phase in Washington’s sanctions strategy. It blends energy policy, maritime

USS Gerald R. Ford Strike Group Arrives Near Latin America Amid Rising Tensions and Anti-Drug Operations

SMGN Publishing November 11, 2025

U.S. Expands Military Presence Near the Caribbean with USS Gerald R. Ford The U.S. Navy has deployed one of its most powerful strike forces, centered around the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Caribbean and Latin American waters. This deployment highlights the presence of the USS Gerald R. Ford strike

Hurricane Melissa Devastates the Caribbean: Jamaica, Cuba, and Haiti Face Catastrophic Losses as Storm Heads North

SMGN Publishing October 30, 2025

Jamaica Faces Unprecedented Destruction from Hurricane Melissa Rescue operations continue across the Caribbean after Hurricane Melissa carved a devastating path through the region. It left thousands displaced and entire communities submerged. In Jamaica, the Category 5 storm made landfall with sustained winds of over 185 mph. The storm tore through

Jamaica Battles Catastrophic Damage as Category 5 Hurricane Melissa Slams the Island

SMGN Publishing October 29, 2025

As Hurricane Melissa bore down on Jamaica, the island nation braced for what officials described as a near-total disaster. With sustained winds exceeding 185 mph (298 km/h) and relentless rainfall, the country faces massive destruction of infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods. The full scale of the damage is still emerging. Large

Navigating the 2026 World Cup Ticket Marketplace: A Comprehensive Guide to Sales and Pricing

SMGN Publishing September 8, 2025

The excitement for the 2026 World Cup, hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, is building to a fever pitch. With it comes a massive surge in demand for tickets. FIFA, the governing body of the tournament, is introducing several new and complex sales strategies. Potential attendees need to

Brazil Development Law Sparks Amazon Deforestation Fears

SMGN Publishing July 30, 2025

Brazil is at a critical crossroads. A sweeping new development law passed by Congress is poised to transform the country’s environmental licensing framework, sparking serious concerns from climate experts, human rights advocates, and indigenous leaders. The legislation, now awaiting President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s final decision, has drawn criticism

Brazil Asserts Sovereignty Amid Threat of 50% Tariffs from the U.S.

SMGN Publishing July 10, 2025

Trade Dispute Deepens Following Trump’s Allegations on Bolsonaro Trial Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has issued a firm response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports beginning August 1, declaring that Brazil will reciprocate any trade penalties with matching levies on

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Bad Bunny Set to Redefine the Super Bowl Halftime Show with Music, Culture, and Protest

Sarah Olivella February 6, 2026

Bad Bunny is preparing for one of the most consequential performances of his career as he steps onto the Super Bowl halftime stage, carrying not only the weight of global stardom but also the responsibility of representing Puerto Rican culture and Latino identity before an audience that regularly surpasses 115

AI Spending Triggers Big Tech Stock Rout

Felipe Cardona February 6, 2026

Big Tech shares have come under intense pressure after renewed concerns that aggressive artificial intelligence spending could be outpacing near-term returns. Over the past week, more than $1 trillion in market value has been erased as investors reacted to earnings reports that highlighted the scale and persistence of capital expenditures

Trump Deletes Racist Meme Targeting the Obamas, Sparking National Backlash

SMGN Publishing February 6, 2026

President Donald Trump ignited a national controversy after posting and later deleting a racially offensive meme portraying former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. The post appeared during the first week of Black History Month and immediately drew widespread condemnation from political leaders, civil rights