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Mexico City, one of Latin America's largest metropolises, on Monday legalized same-sex marriage and adoption by same-sex couples.

Deposed President Manuel Zelaya and his opponents have agreed to a U.S.-brokered deal that he believes will return him to power four months after a coup shook faith in Latin America's young democracies....

Latin American workers who have lost their jobs are being offered money to return to their home countries.

With modesty and a touch of humor, President Barack Obama extended a hand to America's hemispheric neighbors and offered a Cold War foe the hope of a "new beginning."

Add this tough chore to Barack Obama's journey to Latin America: convincing leaders from half the globe that the behemoth power to the north is a humble, eager partner.

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez on Sunday called President Obama "ignorant," saying he has a lot to learn about Latin America.