She Was the First Nicaraguan to Be Crowned Miss Universe. Can She Ever Go Home?
Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios became a national hero for Nicaragua, but her victory was soon overshadowed by government repression against her supporters.
Continuing crackdown on churches and NGOs moves Nicaragua further from democracy to authoritarianism
The Nicaraguan government has suppressed over 1,500 nonprofits as part of a broader crackdown on civil society under President Ortega's authoritarian regime.
Una iglesia de EE. UU. prospero en Nicaragua. Luego, sus pastores fueron encarcelados
Nicaragua's authoritarian regime has targeted religious leaders, while the Mountain Gateway church thrived with government support before facing repression.
An American Church Thrived in Nicaragua. Then Its Pastors Went to Prison.
Nicaragua's authoritarian regime is specifically targeting religious leaders and organizations, escalating its crackdown on evangelical churches.
Nicaragua Shutters 1,500 Nonprofit Groups, Many of Them Churches
The Nicaraguan government has intensified its crackdown on nonprofit organizations, including evangelical churches, as part of a broader authoritarian strategy.
She Was the First Nicaraguan to Be Crowned Miss Universe. Can She Ever Go Home?
Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios became a national hero for Nicaragua, but her victory was soon overshadowed by government repression against her supporters.
Continuing crackdown on churches and NGOs moves Nicaragua further from democracy to authoritarianism
The Nicaraguan government has suppressed over 1,500 nonprofits as part of a broader crackdown on civil society under President Ortega's authoritarian regime.
Una iglesia de EE. UU. prospero en Nicaragua. Luego, sus pastores fueron encarcelados
Nicaragua's authoritarian regime has targeted religious leaders, while the Mountain Gateway church thrived with government support before facing repression.
An American Church Thrived in Nicaragua. Then Its Pastors Went to Prison.
Nicaragua's authoritarian regime is specifically targeting religious leaders and organizations, escalating its crackdown on evangelical churches.
Nicaragua Shutters 1,500 Nonprofit Groups, Many of Them Churches
The Nicaraguan government has intensified its crackdown on nonprofit organizations, including evangelical churches, as part of a broader authoritarian strategy.
Humberto Ortega, Former Miliary Chief in Nicaragua, Dies at 77
Humberto Ortega Saavedra died at 77 after questioning his brother's dictatorship, illustrating the complex dynamics of power within Nicaragua's Sandinista history.
Humberto Ortega, former Sandinista military strategist persecuted by the Ortega-Murillo regime, dies
Ortega Saavedra's military failures led to a significant shift in his career and the Sandinista movement's direction.
Nicaragua tightens control of social media to censor dissent
The reform of Nicaragua's Cyber Crime Law intensifies government control over expression and dissent, threatening freedoms both domestically and internationally.
The release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua: They got off the airplane saying, God bless America and Guatemala'
The U.S. facilitated the release of political prisoners from Nicaragua, with 135 individuals transported to Guatemala for exile on September 5, 2023.
US secures release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua DW 09/05/2024
The U.S. secured the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners after negotiations, highlighting issues of unjust detentions and humanitarian concerns.
United States announces the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners
135 political prisoners were released from Nicaragua, highlighting humanitarian efforts and the importance of freedom of expression.
US secures release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua
The U.S. facilitated the release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua amid government crackdowns on fundamental rights under President Daniel Ortega.
Nicaragua frees 135 political prisoners after secret U.S. negotiations
Nicaragua's government released 135 political prisoners, a sign of diplomatic efforts by the Biden administration amid ongoing repression against religious groups.
Nicaragua Releases 135 Political Prisoners on Humanitarian Grounds
Nicaragua released 135 political prisoners, including 13 from an evangelical church, in a deal facilitated by the U.S. government amid ongoing human rights concerns.
The release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua: They got off the airplane saying, God bless America and Guatemala'
The U.S. facilitated the release of political prisoners from Nicaragua, with 135 individuals transported to Guatemala for exile on September 5, 2023.
US secures release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua DW 09/05/2024
The U.S. secured the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners after negotiations, highlighting issues of unjust detentions and humanitarian concerns.
United States announces the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners
135 political prisoners were released from Nicaragua, highlighting humanitarian efforts and the importance of freedom of expression.
US secures release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua
The U.S. facilitated the release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua amid government crackdowns on fundamental rights under President Daniel Ortega.
Nicaragua frees 135 political prisoners after secret U.S. negotiations
Nicaragua's government released 135 political prisoners, a sign of diplomatic efforts by the Biden administration amid ongoing repression against religious groups.
Nicaragua Releases 135 Political Prisoners on Humanitarian Grounds
Nicaragua released 135 political prisoners, including 13 from an evangelical church, in a deal facilitated by the U.S. government amid ongoing human rights concerns.
Nicaragua bans 1,500 NGOs in latest crackdown against civil society
Nicaragua's government has intensified its crackdown on NGOs viewed as hostile, outlawing over 1,500 organizations and seizing their assets.
Nicaragua frees a jailed Catholic bishop and 18 priests, hands them to the Vatican
Nicaragua's government has released a prominent Catholic bishop and 18 other clergy members who were imprisoned as part of a crackdown by President Daniel Ortega.
The releases were part of negotiations with the Vatican aimed at facilitating their trip to the Vatican.
Ortega's government has targeted the Catholic church and silenced opposing voices since repressing popular protests in 2018.
Pope Raises Concerns about Church in Nicaragua
Pope Francis expressed concern over the worsening situation of the Catholic Church in Nicaragua during his New Year's Day address.
The government of President Daniel Ortega has cracked down on the Catholic Church, detaining clerics, expelling missionaries, and limiting religious celebrations.
Nicaragua bans 1,500 NGOs in latest crackdown against civil society
Nicaragua's government has intensified its crackdown on NGOs viewed as hostile, outlawing over 1,500 organizations and seizing their assets.
Nicaragua frees a jailed Catholic bishop and 18 priests, hands them to the Vatican
Nicaragua's government has released a prominent Catholic bishop and 18 other clergy members who were imprisoned as part of a crackdown by President Daniel Ortega.
The releases were part of negotiations with the Vatican aimed at facilitating their trip to the Vatican.
Ortega's government has targeted the Catholic church and silenced opposing voices since repressing popular protests in 2018.
Pope Raises Concerns about Church in Nicaragua
Pope Francis expressed concern over the worsening situation of the Catholic Church in Nicaragua during his New Year's Day address.
The government of President Daniel Ortega has cracked down on the Catholic Church, detaining clerics, expelling missionaries, and limiting religious celebrations.
Costa Rica guarantees fair compensation and benefits for coffee pickers
Nicaraguan coffee pickers in Costa Rica now have access to work-related accident insurance and general health insurance.
Coffee plantations in Costa Rica are facing challenges due to international instability, climate change, and labor supply, leading to the prioritization of social sustainability in the industry.
With prices soaring, 86.8% of Nicaraguans cannot afford to buy essentials
Lydia, a machine operator in Nicaragua, finds the recent wage increase insufficient to cover the rising cost of living for her family.