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People worldwide have long been paying more for a premium cup of coffee. But what about a cost of over $100 for a cup? From Panama City, Panama, Oscar Sulbarán has the story, narrated by Cristina Caicedo Smit.
Being an influencer in Colombia has gained popularity. A recent study revealed that more young people are interested in joining digital platforms in the hopes of earning a high income from advertisers. From Bogota, Liz Castellon has the story, narrated by Cristina Caicedo Smit.
Journalists and experts say the government has withdrawn broadcasting rights for at least 17 media organizations and detained reporters and seized one of the country’s oldest newspapers.
So far this year, at least 94 Venezuelan radio stations have been closed due to lack of licensing, according to the state communications regulator. Journalists and opposition leaders see this as a way of silencing independent information in the run-up to the 2024 presidential elections. For VOA News, Alvaro Algarra has the story from Caracas, narrated by Cristina Caicedo Smit