Mexico to spend $1.5bn on modernising US border
Craig TaylorA “bold programme” is needed to deal with the migrants crossing the border, Mexico’s president says. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Iván Mordisco: Colombian dissident rebel camp bombed killing 10
Security forces were targeting the leader of a breakaway faction of the Farc known as Iván Mordisco. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Flash of light as meteor spotted over Chile
The asteroid, which lit up the night sky in Santiago, was caught on camera. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Brazil declares mourning for Shinzo Abe
The US and Brazil lead worldwide mourning for Japan’s murdered ex-prime minister. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Nicaragua expels Mother Teresa’s nuns in latest crackdown
The Missionaries of Charity nuns left after their organisation was stripped of its legal status. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Antigua’s ban on same-sex acts ruled unconstitutional
Campaigners hope the ruling will pave the way for similar moves in other Caribbean nations. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean