Americas – Page 4 – Prologue Journal

If You Think You Can Hold a Grudge, Consider the Crow

New York Times The brainy birds carry big chips on their shoulders, scientists say. And some people who become subjects of their ire may be victims of mistaken identity. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/28/science/if-you-think-you-can-hold-a-grudge-consider-the-crow.html

Uruguay’s Presidential Election Is Headed to a Runoff

New York Times Yamandú Orsi, a center-left former mayor, finished first on Sunday but fell short of the 50 percent threshold needed to avoid another round of voting. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/28/world/americas/uruguay-election-president.html

Is Canada’s New Immigration Policy Really the End of an Era?

New York Times Critics say the review of the permanent and temporary residents’ programs amounts to the abandonment of decades of “welcome mat” policy. But globally, Canada is still peerless in its openness. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/26/world/canada/canada-immigration-policy-explained.html

Gang Gunfire in Haiti Hits U.S. Embassy Vehicles and U.N. Helicopter

New York Times The attacks this week point to an escalation of violence as the situation worsens and gangs overwhelm security forces, including a multinational force. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/25/world/americas/haiti-gang-violence-us-embassy-un-helicopter.html

Antonio Skármeta, Who Wrote of Chile’s Tears and Turmoil, Dies at 83

New York Times His literary career traced the arc of his country’s modern political journey in stories about ordinary citizens facing repression and arbitrary government. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/24/books/antonio-skarmeta-dead.html

Canada Tightens Immigration After Years of Expansion

New York Times Saying that Canada had invited too many newcomers in, in too short a period of time, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced lower targets to slow population growth. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/24/world/canada/canada-immigration.html

By Ferry or Floatplane, 4 Enchanting Coastal Getaways From Vancouver

New York Times The largest city in British Columbia makes a perfect gateway to explore the rich marine wildlife and beauty of the region. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/24/travel/island-coast-day-trips-vancouver.html

Mexican Troops Kill 19 Suspected Cartel Members in Sinaloa Shootout

New York Times The killings in the northwest state of Sinaloa raise questions as to whether Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, is taking a tougher approach to cartels. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/world/americas/mexico-sinaloa-cartel-19-killed.html

Trudeau Urged by Fellow Party Members to Step Down

New York Times Liberal Party members fear Justin Trudeau has become so unpopular among voters in Canada that it could lead to the party’s defeat in the next election. Mr. Trudeau has said he has no plans to leave. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/world/canada/trudeau-voters-liberal-party.html

A U.S. Farming Giant Gets a Message 11 Stories Tall

New York Times Using natural materials from environmental disasters around the country, a Brazilian activist sends a message to a U.S. farming giant. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/world/americas/brazil-deforestation-cargill-mundano.html