Drag queens compete for top prize in Nicaragua pageant
In a packed bar in Nicaragua's capital, Managua, more than 1,000 people gathered to see a group of drag queens battle it out to snatch the crown for best performance while representing several Central American countries
Investing in climate-conscious enterprises to protect Latin America’s biodiversity
Further loss of biodiversity would be a devastating cultural and economic blow to Latin America, but this is not a localised issue – it also endangers global health, food security, and social and political stability. Calvert Impact Capital, Inc. is addressing this issue by investing in high-impact mission-driven organisations that have a social and environmental focus. By providing its investors and partners with positive financial, social and environmental returns, Calvert Impact Capital offers holistic solutions to problems of environmental degradation.
OPINION: Women land defenders in Latin America need new rights to be implemented
The Escazú Agreement sets out to curb escalating violence and give indigenous activists a voice in decision-making - if respected, it will also boost environmental protection
How will U.S. abortion ruling impact other countries?
The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade will have repercussions from Africa to Latin America, say women's health advocates
Can my employer make me get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Some companies and governments are pushing their staff to get vaccinated. But lawyers say forcing employees to get a COVID jab could be risky
Central American bank funds Cuban COVID-19 vaccine drive
Over 92% of Cubans have received at least one dose of the country's domestically produced vaccines but the Central American bank has said its loan would also help Cuba pay to upgrade its vaccine production facilities
Coffee crisis in Central America fuels record exodus north
Years of losses leave Central American coffee farmers with spiraling debts and few options but to head to the U.S. for better economic opportunities
Iceland elects Europe's first women-majority parliament
Iceland was ranked the most gender-equal country in the world for the 12th year running in a World Economic Forum (WEF) report released in March
FACTBOX: As Mexico decriminalises abortion, what are the laws worldwide?
With Mexico decriminalising abortion, here is a round-up of abortion laws worldwide
Lawmaker urges Malta to stop criminalising women who seek abortions
Surprise bill tabled by Marlene Farrugia in Catholic Malta seeks to remove criminal sanctions for women who seek abortions