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Janosch, Author of Little Tiger and Little Bear Books, Dies at 95

Author and illustrator Janosch, whose real name was Horst Eckert, has died in Tenerife, according to several German media outlets. He was known for the 1978 children's book "Our Dreamland: A Tale of How the Little Bear and the Little Tiger Travel to Panama."

Venezuela Opposition Coalition Reaffirms María Corina Machado as Leader

Nobel Peace Prize laureate María Corina Machado of Venezuela has been chosen to lead a coalition of opposition groups, increasing pressure on the Caracas regime to let her return to her homeland.

Panama Declares State of Emergency After Powerful Earthquakes Injure at Least 27

Panama earthquake injures at least 27 as president calls it a major disaster

Several roads and buildings have been damaged in a strong earthquake in Panama on Friday. At least 27 people have been injured, AFP reports. In a statement, the country's president, José Raúl Mulino, said Panama "is facing a major disaster."

Two Powerful Earthquakes Strike Panama, Tsunami Warning Issued for Region

Two strong earthquakes have struck Panama, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

Swedish man arrested in Paraguay over suspected gold smuggling ring

A Swedish man has been arrested in Paraguay on suspicion of taking part in a gold smuggling ring, as TV4 Nyheterna was first to report.

US shifts military aid from Europe and Middle East to Latin America

The US is cutting back on military aid to Europe and the Middle East. Instead, South American countries with right-leaning and Trump-friendly governments are receiving more support.

Colombia declares state of emergency after earthquake kills more than 100 people

Colombia's president has declared a state of emergency after Monday's powerful earthquake. At least 111 people have died after buildings collapsed in several cities.