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In 1990, Guatemala launched an ambitious mahogany restoration program in Petén to combat deforestation. Years later, it produced Central America's largest natural forest and transformed the province into a global conservation model

Guatemala's 1990 mahogany restoration program changed the future of the country's forests. Instead of losing more rainforest, the Maya Biosphere Reserve became Central America's largest tropical forest through sustainable forestry and community management. Today, Guatemala's forest conservation model protects wildlife, supports certified mahogany harvesting, and inspires global climate action. More…

The Economic Times

Strong El Niño could push 49 million more people into acute hunger, UN agency says

A powerful El Nino may push nearly 49 million more people into food insecurity. This event carries an 81% chance of being very strong, impacting vulnerable regions. Central America and Southern Africa face the most severe increases in food insecurity. Global food markets are strong, but conflict and crop losses…

The Economic Times

Fuego volcano spews more ash and lava as Guatemala shelters 1,700 who fled nearby villages

Emergency services issued a red alert, the most severe warning, after Central America's most active volcano erupted on Monday morning, with conditions intensifying by nightfall.

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Guatemala evacuates communities after Fuego volcano erupts, in photos

Hundreds of people were evacuated after Guatemala's Fuego volcano erupted, sending ash, gas and lava down its slopes. Authorities remain on alert as the volcano, one of Central America's most active, continues to pose a threat to nearby communities.

The Independent UK

Watch: Guatemala on high alert as Fuego volcano erupts near capital

Guatemalan authorities declared a nationwide orange alert on Monday evening as Central America's most active volcano erupted, generating pyroclastic flows and prompting the evacuation of nearby villages.

The Times of India

Concacaf countries considering withdrawing support for under-fire Gianni Infantino

The confederation which represents North America, Central America and the Caribbean is pondering its position

The Guardian - UK

In 2024, a study assessed peacock bass invasion risk across Neotropical freshwater ecoregions; several remain hotspots for future invasions

A study identified freshwater regions vulnerable to yellow peacock bass invasions. Climate change and dam construction increase suitable habitats for this predatory fish. Southern and northeastern Brazil, and Central America face the highest invasion risks. Preventive conservation efforts are crucial before new species are introduced. Targeted monitoring and management can…

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A dangerous parasite is spreading north through Central America into the US, and its weakness may be a very specific smell

A dangerous parasite is spreading north, prompting urgent research into its specific attractants. Scientists are investigating foul-smelling chemical signals that lure the New World screwworm. This flesh-eating fly lays eggs in open wounds, feeding on living animal flesh. Current traps attract related flies, making detection of the dangerous species difficult.…

The Times of India

Legal logging and soaring saplings: the ‘green islands’ bucking the deforestation trend in central America

In Guatemala’s Maya biosphere reserve local people are making a living from trees at the same time as increasing forest cover, showing nature is best protected by those who depend on it

The Guardian - UK

Mexico rocked by powerful 7.3 earthquake, tsunami alert issued as tremors rattle Central America. Check viral videos

A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck off Mexico's Chiapas coast on Friday. The powerful tremor triggered a tsunami warning for nearby regions. Authorities reported no immediate casualties or significant damage from the seismic event. Mexico sits on five tectonic plates, making it prone to frequent earthquakes. The country remembers devastating quakes…

The Economic Times

Fears of hunger overwhelm a Central American village as El Nino approaches

Villagers in Cunen, Guatemala, confront a severe drought. The looming El Nino weather pattern intensifies fears of widespread hunger. Local farmers struggle as crops fail due to lack of rain. This arid region, part of the Dry Corridor, is vulnerable to climate instability. Reduced support from migrant remittances further complicates…

The Economic Times

Guatemala requests US military cooperation against drug trafficking

Central American country says its president spoke with Pete Hegseth to confirm terms of cooperation

The Guardian - US

7 Rare Birds That Look Painted by Nature

Nature has created mountains, oceans, forests, and stars.But sometimes, its greatest masterpieces are creatures with wings. Across hidden rainforests, deep jungles, and quiet islands, there are birds so breathtaking that they almost look imaginary. Their feathers shine like gemstones. Their tails flow like silk. Their colors seem too perfect to…

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Weather tracker: Furnace Creek sizzles as snow sweeps Siberia in a week of extremes

Record heat in North and Central America coincides with egg-sized hailstones in eastern China

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The Conversation

A flesh-eating fly is advancing towards the US border – can it be stopped?

A flesh eating parasitic fly has spread north through Mexico to within a few hundred miles of the US southern border.

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Bird Species That Enjoy Summer Weather

How Birds Survive in Summer ?Do you ever wonder how birds stay cool on hot summer days? We at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service want to share some insights! Like people, birds can withstand changes in the weather and maintain their body temperature whether it’s hot or cold outside,…

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Larry Towell exhibition: Experiencing the world beyond everyday life through photography

In 1984, the now-acclaimed Canadian photojournalist Larry Towell was an aspiring writer who turned to photography during a human rights fact-finding mission to Central America.

The Guardian - UK

‘Everyone feels like they are being scammed’: can Central America’s small coffee growers survive as global prices fall?

Family-run farms in El Salvador and Honduras face mounting losses, rising costs – and the need to adapt or be left behind

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Latin Times

El Mencho's Death Will Only Bring 'Temporary Instability' to Jalisco Cartel Network Built on Regional Alliances, Report Claims

The killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," is unlikely to disrupt cocaine flows toward Central America and the United States, according to a new report.

The Guardian - US

How the sanctuary movement offers lessons for fighting ICE: ‘an impact that spans decades’

With its roots in religious doctrine, the modern move to house, clothe and protect immigrants started in the 1980s

The Times of India

1,000-year-old gold tomb found in Panama shows ancient treasures and powerful leaders

Archaeology in Panama keeps surprising. Deep in the Natá district, researchers have uncovered a tomb that’s been hidden for over a millennium. More than 1,000 years old, it contains human remains, gold jewellery, and intricately decorated pottery, along with rare ceremonial artifacts that hint at previously unknown cultural practices. Experts…

The Independent UK

FAA issues 60-day warning for pilots flying over eastern Pacific due to ‘military activities’

Last month, a JetBlue passenger jet bound for New York was forced to take evasive action to avoid a mid-air collision with a US Air Force tanker plane near Venezuela

Evening Standard

Roman Kemp said ‘Nepo kids’ status affected his Race Across The World budgeting

The BBC reality series follows four celebrities and their loved ones as they complete a 3,670-mile race through Central America.

Latin Times

MS-13 Used Scenic L.A. Overlooks as Execution Sites, Prosecutors Say

Prosecutors described the violence as part of a pattern that intensified around 2016, when an influx of arrivals from Central America imposed "Salvadoran rules"

Evening Standard

First Celebrity Race Across The World pair reach checkpoint nearly a day ahead

The BBC spin-off series follows four celebrities and their loved ones as they complete a race through Central America.

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