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Two Guatemalan Workers Missing In Baltimore Bridge Collapse

Two Guatemalan construction workers missing after Baltimore bridge collapse. Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms. Consulate providing support. Cargo ship ...

Baltimore Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse: All Six Missing Construction Workers Are Latinos

Local press reported that the workers are from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico

Latin Times · Mar 26, 2024

US Promises Strong Guatemala Ties As Arevalo Visits White House

Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo was welcomed on Monday at the White House, where he won pledges of strong bilateral ties and backing for his anti-corruption campaign.

International Business Times · Mar 26, 2024

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US VP Harris Meets Guatemala's Arevalo On Migration

US Vice President Kamala Harris and Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei discuss root causes of migration and cooperation for economic development and...

US Homeland Security Secretary Challenges Texas Immigration Law

US Homeland Security Secretary opposes Texas law on migrant arrest and deportation, focusing on safe pathways and regional collaboration for asylum seekers.

VP Harris To Meet Guatemala's Arévalo On Migration Issues

Vice President Harris and President Giammattei to discuss migration from Guatemala to the U.S. and seek solutions through cooperation and collaboration.

GOP impeachment staff has theocratic tie

Staffers linked to theocratic groups, including one that teaches staffers to inject Biblical views into their work

Salon · Mar 7, 2024

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Far-right Threatens To Scare Off German Industry's New Talent

In its search for sorely needed talent, German chipmaker Infineon is looking as far as Guatemala, but the rise of the far-right at home risks making the move unappealing and harming the industry.

International Business Times · Mar 6, 2024

Rare white sailfish caught off Guatemala; ‘One-in-a-million’

Pacific Fins Resort explained the last known catch-and-release of a white sailfish in Guatemala waters occurred in 2018.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 29, 2024

Blinken Urges Mexico, Guatemala to Double Down Efforts on 'Orderly Migration' Amid Republican Outbursts

U.S. and Mexico have held meetings at the highest level to address what many define as a "migration crisis" at the border

Latin Times · Feb 29, 2024

‘When have we ever had democracy?’: is Thelma Cabrera Guatemala’s most surprising politician?

The Indigenous activist explains why the country’s ‘democratic spring’ is an illusion and why, despite violence and corruption, she would consider a third presidential bid

The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024

Former FBI Director Warns Of Crime Wave From Illegal Migrants

Chris Swecker and FBI executives raise concerns about a Florida case involving a Guatemalan migrant suing over a language barrier, highlighting broader imp...

Guatemala Balances Taiwan Ties while Seeking Greater China Trade

Despite seeking increased trade with China, Guatemala will continue to maintain its diplomatic ties with Taiwan, showcasing its diplomatic flexibility.

Guatemala To Boost Ties With Taiwan Despite Seeking Close Economic Relations With China

Guatemala is one of the rare countries that continues to maintain a formal connection with Taiwan as last year, Honduras broke its connection with Taiwan and shifted towards China. In return, Honduras received around $2.5 billion in aid from Beijing.

Latin Times · Feb 9, 2024

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Guatemala Contemplates Commercial Links with China: Foreign Minister

Exclusive: Guatemala's foreign minister reveals that the country is considering exploring commercial ties with China, despite being a longstanding ally of ...

Latin Times · Feb 2, 2024

Guatemalan President Urge Citizens To Unite Against Entrenched Powers

"There are ministries where you just have to open a drawer and (the corruption) jumps out at your face, because the arrogance about the impunity was such that they didn't even try to hide it," Guatemalan President said.

LiveScience · Jan 31, 2024

Jade mask depicting Maya storm god unearthed in royal tomb in Guatemala

The 1,700-year-old Maya tomb houses a number of artifacts, including a mosaic jade mask.

Salon · Jan 31, 2024

LGBTQ+ foe joins Prayer Breakfast board

Former member of Congress opposes LGBTQ+ rights and has secret history with breakfast organizers

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The Guardian - UK · Jan 22, 2024

‘He had a machete in his cheek’: how Guatemala’s hydropower dream turned deadly

Sebastián Alonzo is one of 1,335 land defenders killed in Latin America, since 2012. His community in Guatemala continues to fight water expropriation

Latin Times · Jan 18, 2024

Ex-Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei Banned From Entering US For 'Corruption'

U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement Wednesday that the department has "credible information indicating that Giammattei accepted bribes in exchange for the performance of his public functions during his tenure as president of Guatemala, actions that undermined the rule of law and government transparency."

The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024

Bernardo Arévalo faces obstacles as Guatemala's new president to deliver on promised change

Bernardo Arévalo has been sworn in as Guatemala’s new president

Salon · Jan 15, 2024

Guatamala president survives "coup" plot

Conservative legislators stonewalled efforts to select new congressional leadership

Latin Times · Jan 15, 2024

Guatemalan President Arévalo Swears In After Ten Hours of Delays and Chaos in Congress

The country was on the verge of a full-on crisis as Congress refused to swear in lawmakers of Arévalo's party for the new period

WEKU · Jan 15, 2024

Arévalo sworn in as Guatemala's president despite efforts to derail his inauguration

Bernardo Arévalo was sworn in as Guatemala's president on Monday minutes after midnight despite months of efforts to derail his inauguration and rising tensions right up until the transfer of power.

International Business Times · Jan 15, 2024

Guatemala Congress Delays President-elect Arevalo's Inauguration

The swearing-in ceremony of Guatemala's president-elect Bernardo Arevalo was delayed Sunday as Congress, controlled by his opponents, was locked in debate over the admission of new lawmakers.

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