Mar 11th, 2010 · World airlines can expect a better year as economies recover and passenger demand picks up. The International Air Transport Association had the sunniest forecast for Asia. Carriers there could make nearly $3 billion this year. Latin American airlines also are expected to turn a profit but North American airlines will likely struggle with losses.
Mar 1st, 2010 · As Secretary of State Hillary Clinton embarks on her tour of Latin America, one of the most pressing issues will certainly be American relations with Cuba. Latin American leaders have been increasing pressure for the U-S to change its policies toward that country. Guest host Lynn Neary speaks to NPR’s Tom Gjelten about how Cuban American relations could be affected by this trip.
Oct 7th, 2009 · The name Araya may not instantly ring of cinema classic, but 50 years ago Margot Benacerraf's experimental documentary set a new standard in cinematic storytelling. Now, after inspiring a generation of Latin American filmmakers, Benacerraf's tale of Venezuelan salt-miners is heading back to the big screen.
Sep 17th, 2009 · Telenovelas have long been a staple of Latin American media. Now, they are being used in Colorado to communicate public health messages. State officials there have developed a new telenovela called "Encrucijada: Sin Salud No Hay Nada," or "Crossroads: Without Health, There Is Nothing." Writer and Producer Jesus Fuentes and Joanna Lindsay, spokeswoman for the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Planning, discuss the marketing strategy with guest host Mandalit del Barco.
Jun 24th, 2009 · This summer, the Baseball Hall of Fame will celebrate its 70th anniversary and display its first exhibit on Latin American baseball. In the Los Angeles Times, Zev Chafets points out that a disproportionate share of Latino players have tested positive for steroids.
Apr 18th, 2009 · President Obama told Latin American leaders Saturday he looks forward to working together, even though they may not always agree. The President is attending a summit meeting with 33 other leaders from North, South and Central America in Trinidad. He says he wants to move forward with a new sense of partnership.
Apr 17th, 2009 · President Obama spent Friday in Trinidad and Tobago. He's there for a meeting of leaders from Latin American and Caribbean countries. Obama is the second U.S. president to visit the tiny nation. FDR once inspired a song by a local calypso musician.
Apr 17th, 2009 · President Obama is promising new help for Mexico in its battle with drug traffickers. The President met one-on-one Thursday with his Mexican counterpart, Felipe Calderon. Their meeting marked the beginning of a four-day Latin American tour, in which Obama is hoping to show that the U.S. is once again paying attention to the region.