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Direct Latin and the controversial "law of rescue" of the Colombian Government of De la Espriella

The Government of Abelardo de la Espriella submitted to the Congress of Colombia an extensive tax adjustment bill, which it states will cut public expenditure by 15 per cent and increase revenue through tax measures. The initiative aims to change various taxes to increase the State's income. Critical voices urge that the plan be revalued. In Direct Latam, we extended the information with our journalist, Éel María Angulo, who also told us about the law of submission.

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Direct Latin and what changes after the return of Maria Corina Machado to Venezuela

The opposition leader María Corina Machado returned to Venezuela after ten months outside the country. His return opens a new stage on the Venezuelan political stage and raises questions about the role he will play in the face of the next challenges of the opposition. From Caracas, our correspondent, Daniella Zambrano, extends the details of Machado's arrival, the reactions of the citizenry and the impact it could have on the country.

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Direct Latin and what comes for Lula with opposition majorities in Congress

Against all odds, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva achieved his re-election, but came to rule without majority in Congress. The Liberal Party, led by the Bolsonaro side, won 121 of the 513 seats in the Chamber of Deputies and 28 of the 81 seats in the Senate in the legislative elections, which will make its Government difficult. Expand the information our correspondent Valeria Saccone.

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Direct Latam and De la Espriella's support for former military personnel accused of murder of Jovenel Moïse

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has expressed his legal support to 17 former soldiers accused of the Jovenel Moïse magncide in 2021, who were transferred to the United States to appear before the courts. In parallel, the president seeks to implement his more than 130-point Anti-Terrorism Statute to "pursue drug terrorist groups" in Colombia. Our journalist Rodrigo Sedano has told us more since our writing in Bogotá.

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Direct Latin: ship traffic on the Panama Canal is reduced, but the collection is up

In August 2026, 14 less ships passed through the Panama Canal in the same period, mainly due to the operational constraints associated with the El Niño phenomenon, however, the revenues of the interoceanic road continued to grow. This is because ships crossing the Canal carry more cargo and pay higher fares for their transit. In addition, the Canal administration announced that from 15 October the daily transit capacity will increase from 32 to 33 vessels. From Panama City, our correspondent José María Torrijos is

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Direct Latin and the record number of women parliamentarians in Brazil

The Brazilian legislative elections marked a milestone for female representation. For the first time, women will reach a record number in Congress, with 109 deputies and 18 senators, the largest number in the country's history. The progress reflects a sustained growth in the female presence in Brazilian politics, however, it is far from ideal. From Rio de Janeiro, our correspondent Valeria Saccone tells us more details.

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Direct Latin and the knife attack at a school in Mexico

A tragedy is shaking Mexico. Two former students broke into a high school in Torreón, in the state of Coahuila, and targeted administrative personnel and students with white weapons. The fact left as a balance the death of the deputy director of the plant and several wounded. From Mexico City, our correspondent Jorge Hurtado tells us more.

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Direct Latin and alarms for the possible return of extrajudicial executions in Colombia

The death of Ricardo Andrés Martínez reopened a wound that Colombia could not forget. The 18-year-old was killed during an anti-narcotics police operation and was presented by the authorities and announced by President Abelardo de la Espriella as the son of a head, but his family went out to deny the official version, ensuring that he had no connection with criminal groups, and demanded justice from the Government. Expand the information our journalist Eel María Angulo.

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Direct Latin and security measures for the arrival of Hurricane Polo to Baja California South

Hurricane Polo is approaching the Baja California Peninsula, having bordered much of the Mexican Pacific coast. This weather phenomenon reached category 5 several times in recent days, according to experts. The authorities have arranged about 564 shelters, both in Baja California Sur and Sonora, and about four ships to take care of any eventuality. Report by our correspondent, Juan Carlos Aguirre.

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Direct Latin and armed arrest and violence in Santa Marta, Colombia's tourist point

The tourist city of Santa Marta, in Colombia, has been the victim of an armed arrest of the Conquistadora Autodefensas de la Sierra Nevada following the death of José Luis Perez Villanueva, alias "el Cholo," considered second head of the organization. The Government also attributed an attack on a cargo train in Guajira, in the north of the country. He reports to her.

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Direct Latin and reactions to the meeting in New York

Donald Trump and Delcy Rodríguez met face-to-face in New York on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly, during a reception offered by the US President to other international leaders. The meeting has generated unrest in several circles by questioning the question of the legitimacy of the Venezuelan government. Inform our correspondent Daniella Zambrano.

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Direct Latin and the advances in research for the femicide of a Spanish woman in Mexico

In Mexico, investigations are continuing into the murder of the young Spanish girl Claudia Tacoronte. The alleged responsible, Francisco Javier "N," alias "El Trompas," is already being held by the authorities. According to investigations by the State Prosecutor's Office of Morelos, the alleged assailant attacked Tatoronte at the Cuautla House of Culture, tried to remove her from her cell phone and assaulted her, which ended in her death. The authorities shall apply for a maximum penalty of 70 years & apos; imprisonment. Report by our correspondent, Juan Carlos Aguirre.