Venezuela crisis: More migrants cross into Brazil despite attacks
Craig TaylorThe number of people crossing the border increases, as Venezuela tries to stabilise its economy. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Ecuador tightens entry rules for Venezuelan migrants
Thousands fleeing Venezuela’s economic crisis are blocked as they try to cross from Colombia. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Lula registered as Brazil presidency candidate
It is still unlikely that the former Brazilian president will be allowed to run from prison. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Mexico students develop electric shock self-defence coat
If a potential aggressor grabs the wearer’s arms, the coat produces an electric shock. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Mexico violence: Newly elected Congresswoman kidnapped
Gunmen shot at the car of Veracruz lawmaker-elect Norma Azucena Rodríguez Zamora and abducted her. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Chile minister resigns over Human Rights Museum row
Chile’s culture minister steps down after just four days, over comments about a human rights museum. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean