Reviving Gran Colombia

Far-left Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed his desire to revive Gran Colombia, a short-lived nation in the 19th century. He proposed a public consultation to reunify Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Panama. Petro's plan has faced criticism, with allegations of drug addiction against him.

Extreme Heat in South America, North America, and Africa

Record high temperatures in Rio de Janeiro reached 44C, the highest in more than a decade, prompting heat protocols and hydration stations. South America faced extreme heat while North America experienced cold. Central and eastern Africa also dealing with an ongoing heatwave.

NFL Game in South America with Green Bay Packers vs Philadelphia Eagles

Discussion on whether the Jordan Love-led Green Bay Packers or Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles need a Week 1 win more. Safety concerns for players in the first-ever NFL game in South America. Players advised not to wear green due to local club affiliations. Security measures ramped up for the game. Reporters using alternative social media platforms due to a ban on Elon Musk's X in Brazil.

Migrant Journey from South to Central America

Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Caitlin Dickerson made the harrowing journey of nearly half a million migrants crossing the perilous stretch of jungle between South and Central America.

Discovery of Grape Fossil Seeds in South America

A group of scientists discovered grape fossil seeds in South America that could connect dinosaurs to today's wine offerings. The oldest grape found is 60 million years old. The discovery suggests that grapes spread across the world after the extinction of dinosaurs.

Pickpocketing Surge in New York City

Pickpocketing in New York City is on the rise, with more cases reported this year compared to last year. The perpetrators are mostly from South America, with some even attending schools in Colombia to learn how to commit the crime. Prosecutors and courts in NYC are not prioritizing these cases, leading to an increase in pickpocketing incidents.

Strange Luminous 'Rods' in South American Skies

Strange luminous 'rods' caught on camera in the skies over South American countries are believed to be either UFOs or the satellite constellation Starlink. Experts are unsure of their origin, with some suggesting they could be Starlink satellites reflecting sunlight.

Refugee Program Expansion

President Biden's administration is using the refugee program to bring in a significant number of migrants from South America and the Caribbean, expanding the program beyond traditional refugee populations. This move is facing criticism for potentially impacting American jobs, housing, and resources.

Construction of Bridge in Panama at Dangerous Migrant Crossing Point

A huge bridge is being constructed in Panama at a dangerous migrant crossing point to improve safety for migrants traveling from South America to North America. There are suspicions that China may be funding the project for their own interests. The bridge could have significant economic, political, and migration implications in the Western Hemisphere.