Covid: Brazil passes 400,000 deaths amid slow vaccination
Craig TaylorThe 14-day average of deaths and cases in the country has seen a slight fall but remains high. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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They are killing our forest, Brazilian tribe warns
The Awa, who have been called “the most threatened tribe on earth”, face fresh challenges in Brazil. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Covid-19: Peru’s ex-leader accused of jumping vaccine queue tests positive
Martín Vizcarra was banned from public office for allegedly getting vaccinated before his turn. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Brazil: Environment police battle for Amazon rainforest
Riots, policy changes and funding cuts have all threatened the mission to preserve the rainforest. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Brazil cuts environment budget despite climate summit pledge
At a climate summit, President Bolsonaro had promised to boost spending and tackle deforestation. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Three abducted Catholic clergy released in Haiti
But seven others seized earlier in April remain in captivity, with a gang demanding $ 1m in ransom. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean