Outgoing Nicaraguan President Charged
The government of outgoing president Enrique Bolaños, who tried to paint his administration as a pillar of anticorruption, is facing charges of irregularities and mismanagement in several ministers.

Chavez Holiday Cheer for Fidel
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez sent wishes for a prompt recovery to his Cuban counterpart, Fidel Castro, whom he also gave presents for the 48th anniversary of the triumph of the Revolution, local press highlighted Tuesday.

OAS: Colombia peace process to be tough in 2007
Due to recent stumbles, Colombia's peace process faces a tough year in 2007, head of the Organization of American States (OAS)'s mission in Colombia said on Tuesday.

Bolivia starts to require visas of U.S. visitors
he Bolivian government said on Monday that visitors from the United States should obtain visas for visiting Bolivia, said reports from La Paz, the capital of Bolivia.

Brazil's Lula starts 2nd term as president
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva started his second term Monday amid presidential ceremonies held in the federal capital of Brasilia.