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Volume 8, Issue 05
I think God would say STOP

I think God would say STOP

I’ve deliberately kept this column brief today because the topic, no matter how I phrase it, is bound to draw criticism from both sides. Nevertheless, it’s a topic that demands discussion. I find myself aligning with many Latin American governments in believing that Israel’s actions in its war against Hamas have now gone too far. […]

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An Astonishing 2,898 Children from Ecuador Held at US-Mexico Border”

An Astonishing 2,898 Children from Ecuador Held at US-Mexico Border”

The latest report from the US Customs agency shows that the number of children abandoned at the border has tripled in one year. Between January and September 2023, a staggering 2,898 migrant children from Ecuador were detained at the US-Mexico border, as reported by the latest release from the US Customs and Border Protection (USCBP). […]

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Guayaquil and Durán likely to land on 2024 list of 10 most violent cities in the world

Guayaquil and Durán likely to land on 2024 list of 10 most violent cities in the world

In the year 2023, a grim competition is unfolding between the neighboring Ecuadorian cities of Guayaquil and Durán, as they move toward a spot in the list of the top 10 most violent cities in the world. The violence in these cities has reached staggering levels, with both experiencing an alarming number of violent deaths. […]

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Tracking drug trafficker ‘Gato Farfán’s’ money in a U.S. company

Tracking drug trafficker ‘Gato Farfán’s’ money in a U.S. company

Wilder Sánchez, known as ‘Gato Farfán,’ is a prominent Ecuadorian drug trafficker facing extradition to the United States. His story revolves around the intense efforts by U.S. authorities to track his ill-gotten wealth and bring him to justice. In February 2022, U.S. authorities described Wilder Emilio Sánchez, aka ‘Gato Farfán,’ as one of the most […]

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Quito Metro is making progress in its technical tests to prepare for resuming operations

Update to: Quito Metro manager requests Comptroller review of contracts Published: Volume 7, Issue 38 The Municipality of Quito has officially confirmed that on December 1, 2023, the “full commercial operation” of this transportation system will commence. One month prior to the Quito Metro’s return to service, on October 30, 2023, the Municipality announced the […]

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Experts believe it could take $1.0 billion to get Ecuador thru its energy crisis

Experts believe it could take $1.0 billion to get Ecuador thru its energy crisis

As blackouts cost businesses money, consumers and industries could see rate increases. Ecuador has announced a series of measures to address the current energy crisis, which is characterized by low water levels and daily blackouts lasting up to an hour and a half. This situation is the result of various factors, including a flawed statist […]

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