Once upon a time, in a kindergarten class, there was a boy named Max. Max wasn’t a good leader, but he liked to pretend he was. He bullied the other children, breaking their toys if they weren’t in his group. He made up lies, calling everyone names like “cowards” or “losers.” He pushed the girls […]

The development of a National Palliative Care System in Ecuador faces significant challenges, not least of which is securing the necessary funding. For this service to be accessible to all, especially low-income citizens, Ecuador’s Ministry of Finance and other state institutions would need to commit resources across every level of care. This issue is among […]

Mirador mine’s unfulfilled hydroelectric commitment sparks economic impact, as Ecuador struggles to meet rising energy demands. The Mirador mine, Ecuador’s largest copper mining project, has solidified Ecuador’s position in the global mining sector; unfortunately, it has done so while driving a surge in national electricity demand. This increase was expected, leading the mine’s operating company, […]

In the Flor de Bastión neighborhood of northwest Guayaquil, criminal gangs are exploiting frequent blackouts to extend their control, demanding extortionate payments from residents and even charging tolls for entry and exit. Daniel, a 45-year-old resident, recently left his home of over ten years after members of the Los Tiguerones gang demanded $200 a month […]

Chinese e-commerce platforms like Temu and Shein have become increasingly popular among Ecuadorian shoppers, offering ultra-low prices that, according to experts, are part of a global strategy with significant local implications. Purchasing on Temu and Shein is straightforward: users create an account, select items, add them to the cart, enter payment details, and track their […]