Brazil declares yellow fever emergency in Minas Gerais

Minas Gerais is one of several southern states hit by an outbreak ahead of the carnival season.

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Pope in Peru: Francis speaks out on violence against women

Francis, who is in Peru, calls on the faithful to combat a "plague" of abuse across Latin America.

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Clashes continue over disputed Honduras election result

Police fire tear gas at protesters and clear makeshift roadblocks in towns across the country.

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Deported from Belgium, tortured in Sudan

Has Belgium failed in its duty to protect asylum seekers?

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Who is George Weah, Liberia's new president?

How George Weah went from being the world's best footballer to the president of Liberia.

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