Americas – Page 72 – Prologue Journal

When Is the Next Solar Eclipse?

New York Times Saturday’s eclipse will be followed by another in April that will cross the other end of the United States. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/14/science/next-solar-eclipse-april-2024.html

The Unique Ability of Canadian Governments to Set Aside Rights

New York Times Saskatchewan’s premier has preemptively invoked the province’s power to ignore the Charter of Rights and Freedoms for a gender identity bill. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/14/world/canada/the-unique-ability-of-canadian-governments-to-set-aside-rights.html

Shakira’s Former Nanny Spotlights Domestic Work in Music Video Cameo

New York Times Liliana Melgar made a cameo appearance in Shakira’s latest music video, putting a spotlight on domestic workers and their struggles. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/14/world/americas/shakira-nanny-video-domestic-work.html

Get Ready for the ‘Ring of Fire’ Solar Eclipse This Saturday

New York Times The moon will slip in front of the sun, leaving a fiery orange rim in the sky that will be visible for just a few minutes. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/13/science/solar-eclipse-2023.html

Solar Eclipse 2023: When, Where and How to Watch

New York Times The so-called “ring of fire” will grace the skies of the Western Hemisphere on Saturday. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/12/science/solar-eclipse-how-to-watch.html

Is Daniel Noboa the Answer to Ecuador’s Need for Change?

New York Times Daniel Noboa, a center-right businessman whose family business includes a globally known banana brand, is facing an establishment leftist, Luisa González, in Sunday’s presidential election. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/12/world/americas/ecuador-election-daniel-noboa-bonita.html

Victor Jara Killing: Ex-Chilean Soldier Arrested in Florida

New York Times Pedro Barrientos, 74, is accused of killing the popular Chilean singer in 1973. In a civil case, Mr. Barrientos was accused of bragging about shooting Mr. Jara twice in the head. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/11/world/americas/victor-jara-chile-coup-torture-arrest.html

G.M. Workers in Canada Go on Strike

New York Times More than 4,000 members of the Unifor union went on strike at General Motors after the two sides failed to reach a new contract. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/10/business/economy/gm-canada-unifor-strike.html

In Argentina, a Far-Right Candidate Rises and the Peso Plunges

New York Times Javier Milei has become the favorite in Argentina’s election this month by pledging to dollarize the economy. In response, the Argentine peso is crashing. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/10/world/americas/argentina-peso-javier-mile.html

Social Media Changed How Brands Talk to Us, but Are the Jokes Wearing Thin?

New York Times For a decade, marketers have found success on social media by roasting customers, and even flirting with them. But with Gen Z, and platforms like TikTok on the rise, the jokes may be wearing thin. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/10/business/media/if-every-brand-is-funny-online-is-anything-funny.html