Peruvian interim President José Jerí was ousted on Feb. 17, 2026, over corruption allegations tied to secret meetings with Chinese executives.

In 2026, 158 giant tortoises with Floreana ancestry were released on their native island, ending their extinction in the wild and restoring a key species.

Brazilian influencer Bianca Dias, 27, died 18 days after plastic surgery from a pulmonary embolism.

Colombia identified priest Camilo Torres’ 1966 remains via DNA, honoring the 60th anniversary of his death.

Lula praised India's cultural welcome, recalling musical exchanges and highlighting strengthened Brazil-India ties through diplomacy, trade, and tech collaboration.

Pope Leo XIV, first U.S.-born pope, to tour Italy in 2026, visiting sites affected by pollution and migration.

Antofagasta's 2025 EBITDA surged 52% to $5.2B, fueled by higher copper prices and strong by-product sales, despite slightly lower production.

Philippe Coutinho leaves Vasco da Gama due to mental exhaustion, citing fan backlash and emotional strain.

The Biden-era border policies enabled a surge in illegal crossings, prompting the Trump administration to reverse course and strengthen enforcement in 2025.

In 2026, Trinidad and Tobago’s carnival faced affordability challenges, prompting community leaders to launch free events to maintain accessibility and cultural inclusion.