Americas – Page 49 – Prologue Journal

Claudia Sheinbaum Is Turning Mexico’s Presidential Election Into a Blowout

New York Times Claudia Sheinbaum, a protégée of Mexico’s current president, holds a commanding lead in the polls. But to many in Mexico, she is still an enigma. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/01/world/americas/mexico-election-amlo-sheinbaum-galvez.html

On Mexico’s Border, an Architect Takes Small Steps to the Future

New York Times With her library, senior center, markets and sports complexes, Fernanda Canales is bringing a sense of community, beauty and safety to underserved towns. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/01/arts/design/mexico-border-architecture-canales.html

Brian Mulroney, Prime Minister Who Led Canada Into NAFTA, Dies at 84

New York Times He signed the historic free trade agreement with the United States and Mexico but was shadowed by scandal. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/29/world/canada/brian-mulroney-dead.html

Brian Mulroney, Prime Minister Who Led Canada Into NAFTA, Dies at 84

New York Times He signed the historic free trade agreement with the United States and Mexico but was shadowed by scandal. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/29/world/canada/brian-mulroney-former-canadian-prime-minister-is-dead-at-84.html

Scientists in Canada Passed Secrets to China, Investigations Find

New York Times After a prolonged Parliamentary debate, details about two microbiology researchers who were found to have shared secrets with China have been released. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/29/world/canada/canada-china-science-secrets.html

Colombia Becomes Hub for African Migrants Trying to Reach U.S.

New York Times Colombia’s main airport has become a hub for migrants heading to the U.S. in greater numbers. Some have been stranded for weeks, or forcibly turned back. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/29/world/americas/migrants-africa-colombia-nicaragua-airport.html

Canada Restores Visa Requirement for Mexican Visitors

New York Times The immigration minister said Mexico had not done enough to address the surge of asylum seekers arriving in Canada. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/29/world/canada/canada-mexico-visa-travel.html

The ‘Luxury Route’ to the U.S. for African Migrants

Darién Gap Migration Is Halted After Colombia Arrests Boat Captains

New York Times Boat operators suspended migrant crossings after Colombia arrested two captains. The Biden administration has asked Colombia to do more to stem the flow of people bound for the U.S. border. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/americas/migrants-darien-gap-arrests.html

Belmopan, Belize’s Capital, Is a City of Brutalist Calm

New York Times The British-designed capital, Belmopan, is bureaucratic and, some say, boring. Some in the city want it to stay that way. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/americas/belize-belmopan-capital.html