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Latin America Faces the Bill: China Shifts Strategy and Demands Payments as Credit Tightens
Beijing Tightens Lending as Venezuela, Brazil, Ecuador, Argentina, and Bolivia Face High Debt Exposure
China has left behind its policy of abundant lending in Latin America. After nearly two decades financing dams, highways, power plants, and strategic infrastructure across the... [read more.]
U.S. Raises Reward and Sanctions Venezuelan DJ for Links to Tren de Aragua
Washington Aims to Dismantle the TdA Network
The U.S. government increased the reward to $5 million for information leading to the capture of Giovanni Vicente Mosquera Serrano, considered one of the main leaders of the T... [read more.]
Colombia Calls on Latin America Amid U.S. Military Intervention Warnings
Bogotá Seeks Regional Support Following Drug-Related Threats.
On December 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that any country producing or exporting drugs to the United States “is subject to attack,” specifically mentioning ... [read more.]
Donald Trump Announces Upcoming Ground Action In Venezuela Against Drug Trafficking Networks
U.S. Aims to Block Drug Routes After Caribbean Operations
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his administration is preparing to begin ground operations in Venezuela very soon, as part of a strategy to combat drug trafficking ... [read more.]
Gustavo Villatoro, a Key Figure Behind Bukele’s Security Plan, Is Now a New Strategic Ally of Candidate Kast in Chile
The Architect Of The “Bukele Model” Enters Chilean Politics Through Kast
Gustavo Villatoro, the current Minister of Justice and Public Security of El Salvador, has become a central figure in Latin American security debates. Directly responsible for... [read more.]
Sheinbaum Suggests Dialogue With United States by Leaving Open Possibility of Meeting Trump
Possible Meeting Sparks Expectations About Bilateral Politics and Regional Cooperation
Claudia Sheinbaum publicly stated that she does not rule out meeting former President Donald Trump if he visits the United States, a declaration that has drawn attention and s... [read more.]
Racism Directed at Indian Americans
Verbal Attacks Increase After Diwali Festival Messages
In recent weeks, members of the Indian American community have been targeted by racist attacks that have gone viral on social media following public posts related to the Diwal... [read more.]
Costa Rica On Alert: Rising Crime Threats Against Foreigners Concern U.S. Embassy
Tips for Tourists and Residents Amid Thefts and Scams
The United States Embassy in Costa Rica has issued a security alert for its citizens following a rise in crimes targeting tourists and foreign residents. Reported incidents in... [read more.]
Venezuela Revokes Flight Permits for Six Airlines Amid Growing Tensions With the United States
Move Deepens Bilateral Rift
Venezuela has revoked the operating rights of six international airlines after they suspended flights to and from the country following a safety advisory issued by the U.S. Fe... [read more.]
A Hard Lesson for Luxury Tourism in Remote Territories
A Supervisory Failure on a Remote Excursion Reignites the Debate About the Risks of Expedition Tourism
On a 60-day voyage that began in Cairns, Australia, the Coral Adventurer stopped at Lizard Island for an excursion to the summit of Cook's Look. During the hike, Suzanne Ree... [read more.]
U.S. Border Patrol Incident in Evanston Sparks Outcry Over Use of Force
Community Video Shows Agents Punching and Restraining a U.S. Citizen During Suburban Enforcement Operation
A tense and controversial incident involving the U.S. Border Patrol unfolded on November 2, 2025, in the Chicago suburb of Evanston, Illinois, when a sedan collided with a Bor... [read more.]
Venezuela’s Maduro Promotes Citizen-Surveillance App As U.S. Tensions Mount
Government Urges Use of “VenApp” to Report Suspicious Activity Amid Fear of U.S. Action
Facing mounting pressure from the United States and a wave of military tension in the Caribbean, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has aggressively promoted a mobile applic... [read more.]
Bolivia Reviews Lithium Contracts with China and Russia
The President is Pushing for a Review of Investment Agreements
Rodrigo Paz, Bolivia's president-elect, announced that he will review lithium contracts signed with Chinese and Russian companies as part of a strategy to increase transpare... [read more.]
Mexico Denounces Multi-Million Dollar Digital Operation Behind the “Generation Z”
Government Accuses International Disinformation Campaign
The Mexican government has linked a protest march on November 15 by young people who identify as part of “Generation Z” to an alleged international disinformation campaign... [read more.]
The Deadliest Police Operation in Rio de Janeiro's History
A Confrontation of Unprecedented Dimensions
On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the Rio de Janeiro state government launched an unprecedented police operation in the Alemão and Penha favelas. Dubbed “Operation Containment,... [read more.]
Arkansas Emerges as America’s Most Affordable State, Blending Mountains, Culture, and Small-Town Charm
A Growing Trend Highlights Why More Residents and Remote Workers Are Choosing the Natural State
Arkansas is gaining national attention after being ranked the most affordable state in the United States, a recognition driven by its low cost of living, competitive housing m... [read more.]
Colombia Announces Ban on New Extractive Projects in the Amazon, but the Measure Is Suspended Due to Lack of Prior Consultation
The decision faces an immediate legal halt
The Government of Colombia surprised both the country and the international community by announcing a total ban on new mining and oil projects across the Colombian Amazon, a d... [read more.]
Leo XIV Demands Real Action on Climate
The Vatican's Pressure Comes During the Final Stretch of COP30
In an urgent appeal marked by profound moral weight, Pope Leo XIV called on Monday for concrete measures to address climate change, just as the UN climate summit (COP30) enter... [read more.]
The Best Hotel in the World in Latin America According to Tripadvisor’s 2025 Ranking
Where sustainable luxury meets the spirit of the Caribbean.
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya, located in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, has been crowned the best hotel in the world in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2025 rank... [read more.]
Preparing for a Visit to Las Lajas Sanctuary in Nariño
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The Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary of Las Lajas is located in the Guáitara River canyon in Ipiales, Nariño. It is considered an architectural and religious jewel,... [read more.]
Panama Colonial Routes: The Ancient Crossroads That Connected the World Before the Canal
Long before ships sailed through locks, Panama was a bustling crossroads of global trade. Cobblestone roads, fortified towns, and winding rivers shape
A recent photo essay shines a spotlight on Panama’s colonial trade routes, uncovering a fascinating story that predates the famous Panama Canal by centuries. In the 1500s, t... [read more.]
The Ancient Library of the Internet
Welcome to the World’s Largest Web Archive
In the heart of San Francisco’s Richmond District, just a few blocks from the Presidio and the foot of the Golden Gate, stands an imposing white building with eight Gothic c... [read more.]
A Practical Guide to Embracing the Eternal Spring
A Haven of Wellness and Culture for Those Seeking Calm and Fulfillment
Medellín, the city of eternal spring, is not just a destination for adventurous backpackers or tireless gourmets. For seniors seeking a perfect balance of serene nature, war... [read more.]
Risks in Alaska’s Glaciers
Ice Melt Tourism The Ephemeral Beauty That Conceals Unpredictable Dangers
Risks in Alaska’s Glaciers Ice Melt Tourism The Ephemeral Beauty That Conceals Unpredictable Dangers By Jazmin Agudelo Alaska’s glaciers attract thousands of tourists ... [read more.]
Visiting the Lost City or Teyuna
A Journey Through Time and Nature in Colombia Sierra Nevada
You have probably heard of the Lost City, or Teyuna. This place is an ancient Tayrona indigenous settlement, located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia. It was disc... [read more.]
The Rio Carnival 2026
Samba Spectacle
When: February 13 - 22, 2026
Where: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Highlights: Samba parades, extravag
Explore More: Welcome to the Rio de Janeiro Carnival - the biggest party on the planet! Carnival is nothing less than th...
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Art Basel Miami Beach 2025
Global Art Fair
When: December 4 - 7, 2025
Where: Miami Beach, Florida, USA
Highlights: Thousands of artists and
Explore More: A premier destination for art lovers mixing beach lifestyle with cutting-edge creativity. ...
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Ruta Pantera's PanAmerica Investor Club
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RuPa's PanAmerica Investor Club is an investment group designed to acquaint our
members with investor opportunities available in the hemisphere — North, Central and South America.
We have capitalized our fund with $282,000 US and will publish our
results here, updated on a weekly basis.
Please see our livecast, Rupa 2.0 ~ Make Your Connection, for episodes discussing club investments. |
| SYMBOL | NAME | CAP. | %ROI | Earned |
| NA | RuPa Stocks | $7.8K | 3.5% | $222 |
| NA | Real estate 1 | $50K | 19% | $15K |
| NA | Real estate 2 | $26K | 1% | $260 |
| OZK | CD #1 / 7-mo. | $100K | 4.2% | $500 |
| OZK | CD #2 / 7-mo. | $100K | 4.2% | $500 |
| --- | --- | $283.8K | 5.2% | $15K |
RuPa's Latin American Holdings: A Basket of ETFs and Other Funds
Summary: Surprising to us, our basket of Latin American ETFs and Closed-end funds have performed well in a rather rocky market since November 1. We're pleased with the result and may hike our holdings in these funds. Real estate is proving to be a sound strategy, especially in Medellin, Colombia. And our CDs are providing safe place to park capital while we're deciding what to do next, each earning about $500 per month.
Our investment club is created and maintained for entertainment and educational purposes only. We do not offer investment advice or recommend particular stocks, bonds, ETFs or any other investment product. Please refrain from asking Ruta Pantera staff to provide investment advice. Thank you.
