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Chile's New Leader: A Shift to the Right?

December 16, 2025

A new leader has taken charge in Chile, and he's not alone in his political views. José Antonio Kast, a man with strong conservative beliefs, has won the presidential race. He's known for his traditional values and tough stance on immigration. His win has caught the attention of other right-wing lea

health

Checking if a Health Quiz Works for Honduran Students

December 14, 2025

Researchers wanted to see if a health behavior survey, called the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II (HPLP-II), works well for university students in Honduras. This survey is used a lot around the world to check how people take care of their health. But, no one had really tested if it makes sense

politics

Honduras Votes: What Went Wrong?

December 13, 2025

Honduras is in a political mess after its recent election. The vote count is stuck. Hundreds of thousands of ballots are still not counted. Two main candidates are neck and neck. Nasry Asfura is slightly ahead. Salvador Nasralla is close behind. But many ballots have issues. They need to be checked

politics

Justice for All? The U. S. and Its Drug War Double Standards

December 12, 2025

The U. S. has always been vocal about its fight against drugs. It talks tough on crime and claims to be a leader in the fight against drug trafficking. But recent events have raised eyebrows and sparked some serious questions. A former president of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernández, was recently par

politics

D. C. Immigration Arrests: Who's Really Being Targeted?

December 5, 2025

In a recent surge of immigration enforcement in Washington, D. C. , a surprising fact emerged: most of those arrested had no criminal history. This crackdown, initiated under the guise of tackling violent crime, ended up targeting many individuals who posed no threat to public safety. The operation

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A Student's Sudden Journey Back to a Forgotten Home

December 4, 2025

Any Lucia López Belloza was all set to surprise her family for Thanksgiving after months apart. She had tickets, a plan, and excitement. But her journey took a sharp turn when she was detained at the airport, allegedly by ICE agents. She was handcuffed and arrested, leaving her confused and scared.

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Honduras' Ex-President: Safety Concerns Keep Him Away

December 4, 2025

Juan Orlando Hernandez, the former leader of Honduras, won't be coming home right away. He's been in a U. S. prison for drug trafficking, but he got a pardon from Donald Trump. His wife, Ana Garcia, said he's staying away because it's not safe for him in Honduras. Hernandez was president from 2014

crime

A Chilly Ride: The Perils of Human Smuggling in Texas

December 4, 2025

A man from Honduras is in serious trouble after trying to sneak 51 people into the U. S. in a cold truck near the Texas border. This isn't just a small mistake; it's a big deal that could land him in prison for up to a decade. The story starts in Freer, Texas, where Border Patrol agents got suspici

health

Unraveling the Mystery of Stomach Cancer in Western Honduras

December 4, 2025

Stomach cancer is a big deal worldwide, ranking as the fifth most common cancer. It's not just one thing that causes it, but a mix of genes, lifestyle, and environment. Honduras stands out with some of the highest rates in the western hemisphere, and it's not the same everywhere in the country. Res

politics

A Surprising Pardon: Trump Frees Democratic Congressman

December 3, 2025

In a move that has raised eyebrows, President Donald Trump has decided to pardon Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda. The couple had been accused of taking around $600, 000 in bribes, with the money allegedly coming from an Azerbaijani oil company and a Mexican bank. Trump anno