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At a time when all could be good

This week I wanted to write “Assassinate Putin!” 500 times and just have that be my column. But then I read today that Facebook and Twitter are shutting down accounts that say anything about suggesting such a thing. Not that The Cuenca Dispatch is either of those media outlets. But I guess since they are […]

Scientists believe they have discovered a sew species of giant tortoises in Galapagos

Almost eight thousand tortoises that exist today in San Cristóbal might not be Chelonoidis chathamensis, but rather a new species that has never been described by science. A new species of giant tortoise was discovered on San Cristóbal Island, in the Galapagos. Until now, they were believed to be individuals of the species Chelonoidis chathamensis. However, a group of scientists from the […]

Remittances from abroad surpass $4 billion annually, often enriching illicit activity

In 2021, the arrival of remittances to Ecuador broke historical records for two consecutive quarters. Although this money helps the economy of the Austro cantons, part of it feeds mafias of human traffickers and informal moneylenders. According to data from the Central Bank, between January and September 2021, Ecuador received remittances for $3.152 billion, exceeding […]

Mexico cities again the epicenter of urban violence, but Guayaquil makes list

Published on March 15, 2022

Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Zamora, Mexico, with almost 197 homicides per 100,000 inhabitants, was the most violent city in the world last year, and the eight most violent cities are all in Mexico. Guayaquil comes in as the 50th most dangerous city. For the fifth consecutive year, a Mexican city is the most violent in […]

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