As Argentina continues to experience triple-digit hyperinflation and continued economic deterioration, sovereign bonds plunged last Monday in response to the most recent election results. Following Sunday’s vote, Peronist party presidential candidate Sergio Massa was seven points ahead of Javier Milei. In response, The Economist called it "the worst of all possible outcomes" as … [Read more...] about Argentina’s Presidential Election Heads to Runoff
Hispanic Heritage Month – About
Hispanic Heritage Month returns in the midst of a contentious political climate as the migrant crisis continues here in New York City and elsewhere within the US. Some interesting background about the annual celebration... References: … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Month – About
Famous Colombian Artist Fernando Botero Has Died – Age 91
Fernando Botero, one of the world's most famous Latin American artists, has died at the age of 91 in Monaco. Known for his inflated exaggerated sculptures and depictions of animals and humans, Botero was born in Medellin Colombia in 1932. After studying at Academia de San Fernando in Madrid, Botero moved to Paris where he spent time studying artworks at The Louvre. In 1958, Botero was … [Read more...] about Famous Colombian Artist Fernando Botero Has Died – Age 91
First Time In 40 Years – Malaria In Maryland
Locally acquired (i.e. not travel related) malaria has been reported in Maryland for the first time in 40 years. According to a recent report, the Maryland Department of Health confirmed a positive case of malaria in an individual who denied any exposure via foreign travel or to other US states with known malaria cases. Malaria is a mosquito born disease transmitted by the parasite … [Read more...] about First Time In 40 Years – Malaria In Maryland
Argentinian Peso Risks Further Decline
Following another round of extreme devaluation, Argentina's 2023 general election this October poses an additional threat to the already devalued currency. As the saying goes "elections have consequences" but in the case of Argentina, this is clearly an understatement. Economic instability can open the door for extremist politicians and policies, as evidenced by far-right candidate … [Read more...] about Argentinian Peso Risks Further Decline