Ecuador

Ecuador's Ex-Vice President Jorge Glas Gets 13-Year Prison Sentence

Drug Lord Fito Recaptured After Ecuador Prison Escape

Drug baron José Adolfo Macías, notorious as "Fito", has been arrested after escaping from a prison in Ecuador last year.

Amazon Oil Auction Sparks Protests Amid Environmental Concerns

Brazil has auctioned off several areas near the Amazon River for oil prospecting. The sale, which takes place just months before the UN's climate meeting in the region, is met with loud criticism from environmental groups and indigenous peoples.

Vinicius Júnior's Goal Secures Brazil's Spot in 2026 World Championship

In the premiere, Brazil's new national team captain Carlo Ancelotti had to settle for 0–0 against Ecuador. When he turned 66, he got to celebrate a ticket to the World Championship 2026. Via 1–0 against Paraguay, Brazil is clear for the championship.

Ancelotti's Brazil Debut Ends in 0-0 Draw Against Ecuador

Only 0–0 away against Ecuador. Carlo Ancelotti had probably hoped for more in his first match as Brazil's national team manager.

Sweden's Mixed Doubles Teams Out in World Championship Round of 16

There will be no Swedish medal in mixed doubles in the World Championship in Doha. Both Stina Källberg/Kristian Karlsson and Linda Bergström/Mattias Falck were eliminated in the round of 16.

Fishermen Rescued After 55 Days Adrift at Sea Near Galapagos

Cocaine and Corruption Threaten Hamburg's Role as Europe's Key Port

Europe is flooded with cocaine – and Hamburg's harbor has sailed up as one of the main entry points. With the white powder, violence, bribes, and corruption. A German prosecutor is currently standing trial for being on a criminal gang's payroll – the same gang he was supposed to prosecute.