NewsLatin AmericaAt least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracksAuthorities fear the death toll in Viacha will rise and warn people to stay away from the barracks due to a risk of further explosions.5 hrs agoLatin AmericaUK support for Falkland Islands 'unwavering' after Argentina restates claims, No 10 saysThe comments come as Argentinian president Javier Milei says the "winds of change" favoured his country's claim on the British overseas territory.1 day agoLatin AmericaColombia's new president approves extradition of rebel leaders to USIt is a step towards ending a plan to stop violence by bringing rebel and criminal groups to the negotiating table. 27 Aug 2026WorldMaradona's 'Hand of God' ball sells for £2.5mThe football with which Diego Maradona scored his famous 'hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final victory over England is sold at auction.24 Aug 2026FootballTrump's response is key as Argentina's Falklands demands get louderWith Argentina's President Milei promising "winds of change" over the Falklands, will Donald Trump shift his stance on British rule?14 hrs agoLatin AmericaRemarkable US oil deal puzzles analysts - and angers many VenezuelansAmounting to 65 billion barrels of crude, the deal is labelled by one ex-envoy as a colonialist "fever dream".4 days agoWorldFormer Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruptionLenín Moreno denies taking bribes from a Chinese firm to secure a contract to build a hydroelectric plant.7 days agoLatin AmericaFeatures & AnalysisGoals, records, tears ... 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