Latin American countries' independence days

Spain and Portugal once had two of the largest empires in the globe. Divided by the Treaty of Tordesillas in 1494, the non-Christian world was divided along a meridian 370 leagues west of Cape Verde, near Africa. This entrusted nearly all of the...

Donald Trump names India among major illicit drug producing, transit nations

United States President Donald Trump has named India, Pakistan and China among 23 major drug transit or major illicit drug producing nations, saying that the countries were threatening the safety of the US and its citizens. In a presidential...

India, Pakistan named as 'major drug transit or major illicit drug producing countries' by Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump named 23 countries as major drug transit or major illicit drug-producing countries in a ‘Presidential Determination’ submitted to Congress on Monday, 15 September. China, Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan are among the 23...

Central Americans, Mexicans mark independence

The Hispanic Association of Manitoba (HAMI) hosted its annual Independence Day celebration for Central America and Mexico at Rideau Park on Saturday afternoon. The event marked the independence anniversaries of six countries—Guatemala, Honduras,...

India among 23 nations flagged by US for drug trafficking and production — Check which others are on list

India has been named as a “major drug transit or major illicit drug producing countries” by the United States. In a ‘Presidential Determination’ submitted to Congress on Monday, US President Donald Trump listed India among 23 countries identified...

Costa Rica’s OIJ Captures Suspects in Roberto Samcam Murder

The Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) carried out multiple raids on Friday morning to capture suspects in the murder of Roberto Samcam, a former Nicaraguan military officer and exile in Costa Rica, which occurred on June 19 in Vázquez de...

Costa Rican authorities raid hotel in Miller Gardner death investigation

By Djenane Villanueva, Jill Martin, CNN (CNN) — A hotel in Costa Rica where 14-year-old Miller Gardner, the son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, was staying when he died, was raided Thursday to gather evidence, authorities told...

Waldorf Astoria Debuts in Costa Rica with Grand Opening in Punta Cacique

The Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica officially opened its doors in Punta Cacique, combining the brand’s iconic luxury with the Guanacaste identity and marking a new chapter for high-end tourism in the region. It is the first Waldorf Astoria in Costa...

Costa Rica arrests four in murder of Nicaraguan exile

Costa Rica police have arrested four suspects in the assassination on its soil of a fierce critic of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega in June, an official said Friday. Retired Nicaraguan army major Roberto Samcam, 66, was gunned down at his...

'Blue Zone' Diet: Why This Luxury Resort In Costa Rica Is Attracting Americans

Last Updated:September 13, 2025, 22:49 IST Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica boasts lifespans around 85 years, linked to natural diets and strong community bonds. W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal offers dishes inspired by Blue Zone principles (Image:...

Costa Rica arrests 4 over killing in exile of Nicaraguan opposition figure

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Costa Rican authorities said Friday they had arrested four people in connection with the… SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Costa Rican authorities said Friday they had arrested four people in connection with the killing in...

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Celebrates its Recent Opening

Dignitaries, Hilton leadership and partners celebrate the opening of Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique on September 11. From left to right: Ruben Gabino, general manager, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, Steve Case, chairman and...

Costa Rican police arrest 4 in killing of Nicaraguan opposition figure

SAN JOSE (Reuters) -Costa Rican police arrested four people suspected of involvement in the June killing of a Nicaraguan ex-military officer living in exile, authorities said on Friday. Roberto Samcam, a retired Sandinista major, was shot to death...

Women say travel company owner took thousands, left them stranded without luxury trips

ATLANTA — What began as a community for women who loved to travel has unraveled into allegations of theft and deceit. Dozens of women across the country, including in Atlanta, say they paid thousands of dollars to the travel company Divas of...

More African nations are receiving third-country immigrants deported by U.S.

The West African nation of Ghana is the latest in a growing list of African countries that have received third-country nationals deported by the U.S. or agreed to receive them, a controversial approach whose legality lawyers for the deportees have...

American Express Just Made It Easier to Plan and Book Trips With Its New Travel App

Booking reward travel just got easier. American Express has announced the launch of a new Amex Travel App, available to customers starting Sept. 18. As a companion to the main American Express app, the travel app is designed to make it easier for...

More African nations are receiving third-country immigrants deported by US. Here's what to know

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Goodbye, Uncle Sam! These are the countries Americans want to migrate to the most

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State Department Restricts Visas Over Central America–China Ties

Earlier this month, the State Department imposed visa restrictions on “Central American nationals,” claiming that some are colluding with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to “destabilize our hemisphere.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued the...

Costa Rica Police Raid Resort Over Miller Gardner’s Death

Costa Rican authorities searched the Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort in Manuel Antonio, six months after 14-year-old Miller Gardner died there from carbon monoxide poisoning. The raid targets evidence to check for possible negligence...