| World Briefing | The Americas: Mexico: 27 Children at Day Care Center Die in Fire Dozens of children were injured in the fire in the northern city of Hermosillo and were hospitalized, according to a government official. feeds.nytimes.com |
Cuban Exile’s Plan for a Ferry From Miami to Havana Is Awaiting U.S. Approval A ferry from Miami to Havana would allow more room for cargo than a plane at far less cost than a flight. feeds.nytimes.com |
Kjell Eugenio Laugerud García, Leader of Guatemala During ’76 Quake, Dies at 79 Mr. Laugerud, who held office from 1974 to 1978, was praised for his administration’s response to a quake that killed tens of thousands, but criticized for human rights abuses. feeds.nytimes.com |
Neighbors Challenge Energy Aims in Bolivia Concern is surfacing over Bolivia’s long-term financial underpinnings as its neighbors move to achieve energy security. feeds.nytimes.com |
Cultural Riches Turn to Rubble in Haiti Quake In stealing symbols that gave Haitians hope and common purpose, the earthquake cast a cloud over their future. feeds.nytimes.com |