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How the idyllic Galapagos Islands became staging post in world drug trade
Under the radar Ecuador's crackdown on gang violence forces drug traffickers into Pacific routes to meet cocaine demand
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Armed gangs, prison breaks and on-air hostages: how Ecuador was plunged into crisis
The Explainer Gangs launch deadly revenge after president declares state of emergency following escape of feared drug boss from prison
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7 destinations to visit this winter
The Week Recommends Have a ball in Vienna, and hang with the penguins in Patagonia
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Is Venezuela about to start a war in Latin America?
Today's Big Question A dispute over Guyana's oil-rich territory could turn violent. Or it might sway a presidential election.
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The appeal of Argentina's radical libertarian Javier Milei
Talking Point Chainsaw-wielding Trump admirer and 'tantric sex coach' elected president thanks to beleaguered economy
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Guyana: the epicentre of oil 'arms race'
Under the Radar The Stabroek oil block is growing the nation's economy - but is hotly contested
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10 things you need to know today: October 22, 2023
Daily Briefing Israeli planes strike Gaza and West Bank as war intensifies, US pressing United Nations to draft Israeli self-defense resolution, and more
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Migrants' dangerous journey across the Darién Gap
The Explainer Record numbers of U.S.-bound migrants are trekking through this remote jungle. Many don’t survive the trip.
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A guide to the Galapagos Islands
A hot spot for biodiversity, the Galapagos Islands are home to everything from giant tortoises to blue-footed boobies
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Far-right candidate who wants to legalize organ sales wins Argentina's presidential primary
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What next for Ecuador after Fernando Villavicencio assassination?
feature The killing of a candidate ahead of this week’s elections follows years of crime and a rapidly increasing drugs trade
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Ecuador anti-corruption presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio shot dead before election
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Teen who survived Colombian plane crash told family mom lived for 4 days
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Colombia’s growing ‘cocaine hippo’ problem
feature Descendants of animals once owned by druglord Pablo Escobar pose serious threat to humans and wildlife
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