LND topic: guatemala page 1

guatemala

A Judge's Decision: Protecting Guatemalan Kids from Deportation

September 14, 2025

A U. S. judge has put a hold on the Trump administration's plan to send back Guatemalan children who came to the U. S. alone. The judge, Timothy Kelly, made this decision after hearing that the government had given wrong information about the kids' parents wanting them back. The story starts with t

science

Uncovering Ancient Mayan Marvels: A Hidden Urban Triangle

May 30, 2025

Deep in the heart of Guatemala, a trio of ancient Mayan sites has been unearthed, offering fresh insights into one of the world's most enigmatic civilizations. These sites, nestled in the Petén region, are part of a newly discovered urban triangle, challenging what was previously known about Mayan h

politics

A Judge's Stand Against a Deportation Blunder

May 24, 2025

A federal judge recently made a strong statement about a deportation case gone wrong. The case involves a gay man from Guatemala who was sent to Mexico, even though he had expressed fears about his safety there. The judge ordered the Trump administration to help bring him back to the U. S. The judg

crime

From Canada to Central America: The Life and Death of Peter Beckett

February 20, 2025

Peter Beckett, a man who faced murder charges for his wife's drowning, has died in Guatemala. This news came to light through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and a friend in Central America. Beckett's journey from a city councillor in New Zealand to a nomadic life in Central America is a t

politics

Colombia Stops U. S. Deportation Flights, Raises Dignity Issue

January 26, 2025

Recently, Colombia made headlines by rejecting two U. S. military planes aiming to deport Colombian migrants. These flights, carrying around 80 people each, were sent from California. Initially, they were given the green light to land, but things changed when Colombian President Gustavo Petro abrupt

environment

Climate Change and Indigenous Health: A Fight for Justice in Guatemala

November 30, 2024

Imagine a world where your health depends on the whims of the weather. This is the reality for many Indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Researchers are working with 16 communities in this region, using a mix of local involvement, national data, and advocacy to help them tackle extreme

politics

135 Nicaraguans Freed: A Victory or a Political Pawn?

September 6, 2024

The US government celebrated the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners, now in Guatemala seeking refuge in other countries. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan called it a humanitarian victory, emphasizing that no one should be jailed for peacefully expressing themselves. But is this t