Contributions from Holly K. Sonneland
Weekly Chart: The Costs of Crime in Latin America
Crime and violence cost the region some $261 billion annually, or more than 3.5 percent of GDP.
Explainer: Venezuela's Oil and Military Ties with China and Russia
From crude to AK-47s, we map out Caracas’ bonds with Beijing and Moscow.
Explainer: Ecuador's 2017 Presidential Elections
For the first time in more than a decade, Rafael Correa will not be on the ballot. The first round takes place February 19.