Brazil: Government ignores plight of Haitian immigrants
The Federal Government is using delays and excuses to evade responsibility for the appalling conditions in migrant shelters.
The Cuba Five — when five minus two makes Five
Two of the Cuban Five - René González and Fernando González - are back in Cuba but their thoughts are still with their imprisoned compatriots. Lab editor Javier Farje writes from Havana.
Guatemala: An end to the drugs war?
President Pérez Molina is a leading opponent of the indiscriminate use of force to thwart the illegal drugs trade. Now he is pressing for the UN to adopt a complete change of strategy.
Cuba: The new man or the new economy?
Cuba's main source of overseas earnings is now the work done by its doctors and medical professionals writes LAB editor Javier Farje from Havana.
Immigration: trials and tribulations
Immigration is contentious both in US internal politics and in its relations with Mexico. Soon, however, US demand for labour may outstrip the supply of immigrants.
Cuba: is foreign investment the future?
Will the new Foreign Direct Investment Law update Cuba's economy?
São Paulo Fan Friendly
Ed Rhodes reports on a World Cup fans match, England vs Brazil. The match was arranged with LAB's help.
The Cuban 5: New video about the case
A 30-minute TV programme discusses the case of the Cuban 5.
Argentina forced into a ‘technical’ default
The Jubilee Debt Campaign UK is organising a petition of support for the Argentine government in its struggle against 'vulture funds'.
Uruguay punches above its weight
Uruguay, once regarded as a backwater, is taking on the Big Boys with its daring new policies.