Health
World Sexual and Reproductive Health Month begins Sept. 1
The 2026 observance begins across Latin America on Sept. 1, with the World Health Organization highlighting access to information, services and evidence-based care.
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A scrapbook of the newest reports, ordered by publication time.
Chivas Femenil prepares for Clásico Tapatío against Atlas
Chivas Femenil is preparing for its Apertura 2026 match against Atlas, scheduled for Sept. 4 at Estadio Jalisco.
Business
Latin American Markets Mixed as Dollar Softens and Oil Prices Rise
Latin American markets posted mixed results on Sept. 1, with Brazil’s equities extending a nine-day advance while regional currencies remained on course for a weak monthly performance.
Sheinbaum cancels Sept. 1 morning press conference for government report
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum cancelled her scheduled morning press conference for Sept. 1, 2026, and rescheduled it for the following day as she presents her Second Government Report.
Latin America Spectrum Management Conference Scheduled to Begin in Costa Rica
The 13th Latin America Spectrum Management Conference is scheduled for September 1–2, 2026, at the Hotel Barceló in San José, alongside a COMTELCA radiocommunications committee meeting.
Maiquetía International Airport Reopens and Resumes Regular Operations
Venezuela’s Maiquetía International Airport resumed regular operations on September 1 after a suspension linked to infrastructure damage from earthquakes on June 24. Several airlines are returning to service, with additional flights scheduled from Miami and Bogotá later this week.
Colombia Declares State of Emergency After Deadly Earthquake
The Colombian government has declared a state of emergency across 15 departments after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the Chocó department on August 10, causing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.
América Maintains Liga MX Lead After 2-0 Win Over Puebla
Club América defeated Puebla FC 2-0 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Aug. 29, extending its unbeaten run to six matches and preserving its lead in the Liga MX Apertura 2026 standings.
Santander Reaffirms Commitment to Brazil After Strong First-Half Earnings
Banco Santander’s Brazilian subsidiary produced the group’s second-highest profit globally in the first half of the year, as Executive Chairman Ana Botin underscored Brazil’s role in the bank’s business model at an annual conference in São Paulo.
U.S. Secures Majority Control Over Venezuelan Oil Reserves
An agreement announced on Aug. 28 gives the United States majority control over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves, according to the research packet.
Colombian President Orders Immigration Raids and Deportations
President Abelardo de la Espriella announced plans to deport thousands of undocumented migrants, primarily Venezuelans, as authorities prepare joint raids that remain pending the appointment of a new director of Migración Colombia.
Panama Canal to Reduce Daily Transits as Drought Lowers Water Inflows
The Panama Canal Authority will reduce the number of vessels allowed to transit each day, citing below-average rainfall and sharply lower inflows into the canal basin.