Rómulo Betancourt Died in New York on September, 28, 1981
37 years ago, Rómulo Betancourt, founder of Acción Democrática and one of the most important Venezuelan politicians of the 20th century, passed away after an accident involving a trash can.
Life
Lara State Parents Can’t Afford Supplies for the New School Year
This time, hyperinflation and the economic crisis strike Larense parents and students. It’s just too expensive to send properly attired and equipped children to school, so teachers found a way.
Frontera Chronicles II: Venezuelans in Colombia Fight for a Better Life
During Almagro’s visit to Cúcuta, a city in the Colombia-Venezuela border, we got to see the depth of Venezuelans’ struggle. We identified the challenges ahead and the possible solutions to make it easier for migrants, refugees and for the receiving countries.
Maduro at the UN: Monroe, Mandela, Trump and Not Much Else
In Maduro’s disappointing speech at the United Nations General Assembly his face and body language said more than his words.
Iván Duque and Colombian Ambassadors Clash Over Intervention In Venezuela
Last week Colombia’s new ambassadors to the USA and the OAS said all options regarding Venezuela are on the table. Meanwhile, President Iván Duque contradicted them with a more cautious approach.
The Bolivarian Elephant in the UN General Assembly
Tuesday was the first day of debate of a UN General Assembly session and Venezuela was, to put in mildly, the talk of the town, without even having the floor yet, mainly due the migration crisis that has affected the whole region.
White Boat, Red Flags
It sure is a great coincidence that mere days after Maduro’s trip to China and after the U.S. sent their USNS Comfort to the Colombian shore, Venezuelan waters are now hosting China’s Peace Ark, their own hospital ship.
Merida Firefighters Face 20 Years in Prison for Video Mocking Maduro
A viral video featuring a donkey as Nicolás Maduro could cost a couple of Merida State firemen up to twenty years in jail for “inciting hate”.
Closed Shops Become The New Normal One Month After The Madurazo
After a month of Maduro’s new economic measures, what’s life like on the formerly crowded streets of Caracas? Lots of closed shops, and not a lot of hope.
LGBTI Parade in CDMX: Inclusion, Freedom and Tolerance Abroad
There’s a lot being done for LGBTI rights in Latin America. While we fight a dictatorship to cover basic needs and for our freedom, other countries in the region are taking steps towards becoming more progressive, free and tolerant societies.
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