Small Bomb Is Thrown at U.S. Post in Mexico
Windows were shattered but no one was injured when the device went off at the United States Consulate in the border city of Nuevo Laredo. nytimes.com |
World Briefing | The Americas: Jamaica: Forces Attack Gang Leader’s Stronghold
Security forces fought their way into the warren-like complex that is the slum stronghold of a Jamaican gang leader facing extradition to the United States, and sporadic gunfire could be heard late into Monday night. feeds.nytimes.com |
Lori Berenson Ordered to Return to Prison in Peru
Lori Berenson, imprisoned on charges of aiding rebels in Peru, was released on parole in May but must now complete the final five years of her original sentence, a court said. feeds.nytimes.com |
Cuba to Free 3 Prisoners Not in Church Deal of 52
Cuba will release into exile in Spain a lawyer jailed for allegedly revealing state security secrets and two hijackers, none of whom were on a list of 52 political prisoners the government has agreed to free in a deal with the Roman Catholic Church. feeds.nytimes.com |
Cholera Outbreak Kills 150 in Haiti
Relief agencies are trying to prevent a major outbreak of diarrheal diseases from spreading to tent cities. feeds.nytimes.com |