As Cuba Eyes Oil-Drilling, Some Urge Safety Talks

Cuba might have plentiful reserves along its north coast, and drilling in its waters poses risks to both the island nation and the United States.

Director Helps Put Peru on the Film Map

Javier Fuentes-León’s talks about his debut film, “Undertow,” which deals with an uneasy and secret homosexual relationship in a fishing community in his native country, Peru.

Shift in Venezuelan Politics as Chávez’s Opposition Reclaims Seats in Legislature

The legislative elections offered a view into the viability and direction of President Hugo Chávez’s political movement.

Mascheroni, Scientist in Secrets Case, Driven by Zeal

P. Leonardo Mascheroni believed he could achieve nuclear fusion, if only people would listen.

Colombian Senator, Accused of Aiding Rebels, Is Dismissed

Piedad Córdoba, who gained international attention by brokering the release of hostages who had been held by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, was barred from public service for 18 years.

Colombian Senator, Accused of Aiding Rebels, Is Dismissed

Piedad Córdoba, who gained international attention by brokering the release of hostages who had been held by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, was barred from public service for 18 years.

Venezuelans Vote for Legislators

Millions cast ballots in tightly contested legislative elections seen as a test of whether the opposition can gain ahead of the presidential vote in two years.

Political Flavor Infuses Chávez’s Cafes in Venezuela

Restaurants established by the government offer low prices and serve as linchpins to renew some of the city’s most run-down districts.

Political Flavor Infuses Chávez’s Cafes in Venezuela

Restaurants established by the government offer low prices and serve as linchpins to renew some of the city’s most run-down districts.

Rebels’ Second in Command, Mono Jojoy, Has Been Killed, Colombia Says

The leader, known as Mono Jojoy, was also wanted on charges in the United States.