Return to Nicaragua documentary screening
Filmed between 1985 and 1991 by the British director Marc Karlin (1943-1999)
International support for disappeared Mexican students
A petition, draft letter to British MPs and an early-day motion in the UK Parliament
Colombia — will Santos bring about peace?
Even after more than two years of peace talks, observers still disagree as to whether president Santos is an opportunist or a true advocate of peace.
Mexico faces serious political crisis
Protestors all over the country demand an explanation from the government of what has has happened to the 43 disappeared students
Brazil – the next four years
The virulence of the electoral campaign hid it but analysts now agree that it was a crucial election for deciding the future of the country.
Peru: The Conga mine casts its shadow over local elections
Gregorio Santos, in prison for opposing the Conga gold and copper mine, is elected regional president.
Uruguay: Uncertainty looms over election second round
President Mujica's chosen successor remains favourite, but the margin is tight.
Mexico: disappearances put pressure on Peña Nieto
The disappearance of 43 students from Guerrero has undermined President Enrique Peña Nieto's attempts to 'change the conversation' in Mexico.
Brazil’s election – the last few days
Barring a last-minute upset, Dilma should scrape home in Sunday’s election, reports Jan Rocha from São Paulo
Venezuela: terminal crisis of the rentier petro-state?
Continuing dependence on gas and oil threaten all Venezuela's social gains.