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Three Guatemalan Human Smugglers Charged in U.S. for 2021 Mass Casualty Event in Chiapas, Mexico, Extradited from Guatemala
The Justice Department announced today that three Guatemalan nationals charged in connection with the Dec. 9, 2021 mass casualty event in Chiapas, Mexico, have been extradited from Guatemala to the United States to face prosecution. The crash of a...
Owner: American Government
The New Rules of the College Essay in the Age of AI: Authenticity, Empathy, and Service Learning
BOSTON, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As college application season kicks into gear, students are once again being warned to steer clear of the “life-changing service trip” essay—often seen as one of the most overused and least effective...
Spring Bus Launches Digital Platform to Help Tourists Explore Central America by Bus
With Spring Bus, discovering Central America is now more accessible, convenient, and culturally rewarding—one bus ride at a time. GUATEMALA, GUATEMALA, GUATEMALA, June 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Spring Bus, a travel-tech startup based in...
Bamba Travel Launches Instant Itinerary Technology, Revolutionizing Tailor-Made Travel Planning
Bamba Travel launches Instant Itinerary Tech—real-time quotes, bookings, and AI-powered planning for tailor-made trips. Fast, flexible, and built for pros. NAVARRE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bamba Travel, a...
President Lai hosts state banquet for President Bernardo Arévalo of Republic of Guatemala
TAIWAN, June 5 - Details 2025-06-05 President Lai welcomes President Bernardo Arévalo of Republic of Guatemala with military honors On the morning of June 5, President Lai Ching-te welcomed with full military honors President Bernardo Arévalo of...
Owner: Taiwanese Government
The Road to Gold Begins: Team USA Roster for FIP Arena World Polo Championship Announced
As anticipation builds for the II FIP Arena World Polo Championship, the United States Polo Association proudly announces the official team USA roster. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As anticipation...
President Lai welcomes President Bernardo Arévalo of Republic of Guatemala with military honors
TAIWAN, June 5 - Details 2025-06-03 President Lai confers decoration on President Hilda C. Heine of Republic of the Marshall Islands, hosts state banquet At noon on June 3, President Lai Ching-te, accompanied by Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao,...
Owner: Taiwanese Government
United States Secures the Extraditions of Individuals Accused of Violent and Other Serious Crimes from Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Georgia, Guatemala, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Israel, Kenya, Kosovo, Malaysia, Mauritius,
Note: The defendants whose names are underlined hyperlink to press releases. WASHINGTON — Extensive coordination between the Justice Department and law enforcement authorities in Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Georgia,...
Owner: American Government
Travel With Purpose: Martsam Travel Opens Doors to the Living Mayan World Through Community-Based Tourism
Martsam Travel offers meaningful, community-based tourism across the Mayan world—from sacred weaving in Guatemala to homestays in Belize’s rainforests. ANTIGUA GUATEMALA, SACATEPéQUEZ, GUATEMALA, March 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Forget...
From Market to Mayan Table: Culinary Tours Add Depth to Guatemala Vacation Packages
Martsam Travel weaves community-led culinary tours into Guatemala vacation packages, blending food, culture, and local connection. ANTIGUA GUATEMALA, SACATEPEQUEZ, GUATEMALA, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new wave of cultural travel...
Women Nobel Peace Prize Laureates Travel to Meet Palestinian Women
Nobel Peace Prize laureates Jody Williams, Tawakkol Karman and Shirin Ebadi travel to Jordan and the West Bank to meet women resisting violence and occupation AMMAN, JORDAN, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Amid the growing humanitarian...
News Release – DOH Reports Sixth Travel-Related Dengue Virus Case of 2025
STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, M.D., MGA, MPH DIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE DOH REPORTS SIXTH TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE VIRUS CASE OF 2025 FOR...
Owner: American Government
News Release – DOH Reports Sixth Travel-Related Dengue Virus Case of 2025
STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, M.D., MGA, MPH DIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE DOH REPORTS SIXTH TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE VIRUS CASE OF 2025 FOR...
Owner: American Government
DOH REPORTS SIXTH TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE VIRUS CASE OF 2025
Posted on Apr 11, 2025 in Newsroom HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Oʻahu, bringing the total number of dengue cases to six in the state in 2025 (one on Maui, five on...
Owner: American Government
Two Men Convicted and a Third Extradited from Guatemala to the United States for Involvement in 2022 Mass Casualty Alien Smuggling Event in San Antonio, TX
Two men were convicted today by a federal jury for their roles in a 2022 mass casualty alien smuggling event in San Antonio, Texas, that resulted in 53 deaths and 11 aliens injured. A third man allegedly involved in the same fatal smuggling...
Owner: American Government
AMO and ICE arrest Guatemalan alien convicted of Lewd and Lascivious Battery
MIAMI — Air and Marine Operations (AMO), an operational component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, along with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested, Marvin Delgado Quinonez, a 23-year-old criminal alien convicted of Lewd...
Owner: American Government
Martsam Travel Showcases Exclusive Mayan World Experiences at ITB Berlin 2025
Discover Bespoke Luxury with a Local Soul—Martsam Travel unveils exclusive, immersive Mayan world journeys at ITB Berlin 2025. ANTIGUA GUATEMALA, SACATEPEQUEZ, GUATEMALA, February 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Martsam Travel, a premier...
Guatemalan Flicker Recognized as a Distinct Species: New Conservation Focus for Central American Highlands
The International Ornithological Congress (IOC) has officially recognized the Guatemalan Flicker (*Colaptes mexicanoides*) as a unique species. ANTIGUA GUATEMALA, SACATEPEQUEZ, GUATEMALA, October 21, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In the latest...
San Ignacio Shuttle Expands Transportation Services Across Belize, Mexico, and Guatemala.
San Ignacio Shuttle expands services, offering seamless private transportation between Belize, Mexico, and Guatemala with reliable, door-to-door transfers. SAN IGNACIO, CAYO, BELIZE, January 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- San Ignacio Shuttle, a...
Pacz Tours Celebrates Over 25 Years of Excellence in Belize Adventure Tourism with Expanded tours for 2025
Marking Over 25 Years in Adventure Tourism, Pacz Tours Introduces New Itineraries and Tailored Tour Options Across Belize and Guatemala SAN IGNACIO, CAYO, BELIZE, January 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Pacz Tours, a leading provider of...