Killing of black man by guards at Brazil supermarket sparks protests
Craig TaylorThe 40-year-old was killed by two white supermarket guards on the eve of Black Consciousness Day. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Hurricane Iota: Storm causes devastation in Central America
At least 30 people have lost their lives in devastation caused by the strongest Atlantic hurricane of the year. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda: US to drop charges against Mexican ex-minister
Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda was arrested in Los Angeles last month and charged with drug trafficking. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Hurricane Iota threatens ‘catastrophic winds’
The storm has strengthened to category five and is forecast to hit Nicaragua and Honduras on Monday. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Peru’s President Merino resigns after deadly crackdown on protesters
Manuel Merino, who had been in the post less than a week, steps down amid anger over police brutality. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Belize election: Opposition win brings change after 12 years
Johnny Briceño of the opposition PUP party will take over from long-term leader Dean Barrow. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean