The initiative to fight urban crime in Colombia is causing concern over possible abuses of power, violations of human rights, infiltration by criminal organisations and the possibility it ends up being used against social protest. Germán Ayala Osorio* The incoming government’s announcement that it will tackle growing insecurity […]
In Focus
In Focus
Inside Cuba after Castro: An interview with Díaz-Canel
Miguel Díaz-Canel was interviewed by a US journalist in La Havana on the state of the country after the Castro years, reviewing his rise to power and the constant threat the country is under its North American neighbours. Pablo Muñoz On Wednesday 20 May, Cuba celebrated 124 years […]
“A child of my own”: Exploring a pressure on women
Chilean Oscar-nominated filmmaker, Maite Alberdi, will release her new documentary with stylised reconstructions on Netflix this August, in which themes of motherhood, grief and identity are explored. Pablo Muñoz Set in Mexico, “A child of my own” follows the almost unbelievable true story of Alejandra. Her unwavering desire […]
Evaluating a life
Two photography books – one about the plight of the elderly, the other about Nazi doctors – share a concern with the evaluation of life from starkly opposed positions. Sean Sheehan In an abstract way, one person’s life may not count for much but from a human perspective […]
Earthquake, blockade and reconstruction: the other bill
The earthquake devastation has reignited the demand for the return of Venezuela’s assets being held abroad, while the country is facing an emergency of limited resources due to international sanctions. The tragedy has opened up a new debate about the billions of dollars and gold reserves frozen outside of Venezuela. […]
















