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The South China Morning Post outlines key relations and developments in Latin America, focusing on tensions in Panama, China's market influence in Brazil, and political upheaval in Peru.

A total lunar eclipse will occur on the night of March 2-3, 2026, with the maximum point happening when the Moon passes completely through Earth's shadow.

A summary of significant current topics in US-China relations, touching on the Lunar New Year experiences of adoptees and the complexities of diplomatic preparations between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.

A total lunar eclipse on Tuesday will create a blood-red moon, visible to many in North and South America and eastern Asia, but sadly not from Africa and Europe.

A list of productions including 'Hojera', 'Krále Šumavy', and 'Extractors' will be showcased to audiences across Europe and South America.

The World Anti-Doping Agency recommends tennis players avoid meat due to concerns about anabolic steroids in beef from South America, influencing the food options available at various events and institutions.

A gay couple from Australia has turned to South America for surrogacy after facing frustrations with the country's restrictive surrogacy laws.

A new season of the Danish show features non-celebrity participants navigating a challenging adventure across South America.

U.S. combat operations in Iran have disrupted commercial flights from Middle Eastern airlines to South America, affecting routes by Emirates and Qatar Airways.

Ecuador's U-20 women's national football team is set to face Paraguay in the final hexagonal match of the South American Championship, which also serves as a qualifier for the U-20 World Cup in Poland.

A report reveals that tipping behavior in the U.S. varies by state, with South Carolina having the highest average tip rate at 20.71%.

Blueberries are considered a superfruit in the global market, with Peru being the leading producer in the Southern Hemisphere.

Flamengo is experiencing a challenging start to the season, highlighted by recent defeats, raising questions about the team's performance and future direction.

Barcelona SC and Botafogo are set to face each other again after nine years, with the match determining who will advance to the group phase of the 2026 Copa Libertadores.

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plans to attend José Antonio Kast's inauguration in Chile, aiming for a pragmatic relationship amid tensions with Argentina's Javier Milei.

Argentina is set to approve a labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei, which includes extending the workday from 8 to 12 hours, potentially making it the most intensive in South America.

The European Union has initiated the temporary application of the free trade agreement with the South American bloc Mercosur, earlier than expected due to a challenge at the European Court.

The European Union has announced the temporary application of the Mercosur trade agreement, a deal that has been negotiated for 25 years with South American countries.

The European Commission is set to temporarily implement the Mercosur agreement with South American countries after years of negotiations, although it faces controversy within the EU.

The EU has announced the provisional start of the Mercosur trade agreement with four South American countries, despite a prior hold from the European Parliament.

Argentinian team Lanús secured their first Recopa Sudamericana title by defeating Brazil's Flamengo 3-2 in a dramatic match at Maracanã Stadium.

Lanús defeated Flamengo 3-2 at the Maracanã Stadium, winning the Recopa Sudamericana 2026.

South America secured 26 wines in the World’s Best Sommeliers’ Selection for 2026, highlighting the region's prominence in the global wine industry.

Ecuador has participated in a European operation that dismantled an international money laundering network linked to drug trafficking from South America to Europe, resulting in seven arrests and over 5 million in seized assets.

The first pelycosaur fossils in South America have been found in Piauí, Brazil, dated to approximately 280 million years ago.

Lanús will face Flamengo in the second leg of the Sudamericana Recopa at the iconic Maracanã Stadium, aiming to secure their victory after a first-leg win.

Argentinos Juniors is eliminated from the Copa Libertadores 2026 after a penalty shootout loss to Ecuador's Barcelona, leaving no Argentine clubs in the playoff stage.

A well-preserved 95-million-year-old fossil discovered in Patagonia redefines our understanding of alvarezsaurs, the smallest known carnivorous dinosaurs in South America.

Argentinos Juniors will host Barcelona SC in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores Phase 2 at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.

Barcelona SC plays Argentinos Juniors in a crucial Copa Libertadores match, needing to win by at least two goals after a first-leg defeat.

A new species of small dinosaur, nicknamed Alna, has been discovered in South America, weighing only 0.7 kilos and showcasing remarkably preserved skeletal features.

Reports suggest that Spanish singer Alejandro Sanz may be in a new relationship with actress Stephanie Cayo following his recent performances in South America.

South America is set to launch its first high-speed train, significantly enhancing regional connectivity with speeds up to 350 km/h.

Czech tennis player Vít Kopřiva recovers from a significant defeat thanks to a well-planned strategy that took him to South America for tournaments.

The province of Misiones in Argentina, often overshadowed by the Iguazu Falls, is rich in cultural and natural attractions, including Jesuit missions and subtropical rainforests.

The economic landscape of South American football reveals that the gap between the continent's most powerful leagues and the rest remains significant, with Ecuador's Ecuabet League placing sixth in market value.

The second leg of the Recopa Sudamericana between Lanús and Flamengo is set to take place on Thursday at the Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro, with Lanús having won the first leg.

Louis Carvalho, director of the Rio Open, remarked on the ATP's positive perspective on South America during Andrea Gaudenzi's visit to discuss future tournament changes.

Brazil's delegate to the League of Nations advocated for the country's bid for a permanent council seat, emphasizing its status as a peaceful power in South America.

The South Beach Wine & Food Festival highlights the enduring popularity of fried chicken in America, showcasing its culinary versatility through various styles.

China is deepening its trade and investment ties with Latin America, navigating a complex landscape of global relations influenced by geopolitical tensions.

Brazil has partnered with Interpol to form a new task force aimed at combating organized crime across South America, particularly focusing on international drug trafficking.

Brazil's Ministry of Justice and Interpol have launched a new initiative to combat drug trafficking and organized crime in South America, creating a regional task force based in Buenos Aires.

Latam has become the dominant airline in South America, achieving a 76% rise in shares over the past year as it recovers from the pandemic.

Inter Miami is set to face Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico after rescheduling due to Lionel Messi's injury.

Postimees presents a mini quiz focusing on South America's countries and their histories of independence from Spain.

The band Rush will perform a series of concerts in Brazil in 2027 as part of their 'Fifty Something' tour, marking their first visit to South America in 17 years.

A digital platform is working to preserve and share the history of indigenous resistance in South America through the digitization of numerous important documents.

Former Stratovarius guitarist Timo Tolkki has disclosed that he will continue performing while seated due to a chronic illness affecting his balance, which fans have noticed during his recent shows in South America.

Estonian singer Lenna Kuurmaa shares heartfelt moments with her youngest child while performing in South America, as her band Vanilla Ninja prepares for the Eurovision Song Contest.