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Traffic Deaths in El Salvador Rise 22.4% This Year, 208 More Fatalities Than Last Year
Traffic deaths in El Salvador are rising in 2026. According to the Fund for the Care of Victims of Traffic Accidents (FONAT), from January 1 to October 13, authorities recorded 1,135 fatalities on the country’s roads, a sharp increase compared … Read more
MS-13 Gang Tattoos Explained: Meanings, Symbols, and History
MS-13 Gang Tattoos begins with understanding how body art became a recognizable part of Mara Salvatrucha, a violent street gang with roots in Los Angeles and strong historical ties to El Salvador. For decades, gang members used tattoos to display … Read more
Michelle Sol: Her Political Career and Role as El Salvador’s Minister of Housing
Michelle Sol has built her political career alongside the rise of President Nayib Bukele, moving from municipal government in Nuevo Cuscatlán to one of El Salvador’s most important cabinet positions. Before becoming Minister of Housing in 2019, Sol served as … Read more
El Salvador 2027 Elections: February 28 Voting Date, Key Races, and What to Know
El Salvador is preparing for a major political event on February 28, 2027, when millions of voters will have the opportunity to shape the country’s leadership at the national and municipal levels. The El Salvador 2027 elections elections will bring … Read more
Can ARENA and the FMLN Recover Political Ground in El Salvador?
For three decades, ARENA and the FMLN dominated Salvadoran politics. Today, both parties struggle to remain relevant after three consecutive electoral defeats that reshaped El Salvador’s political landscape. The turning point came in 2019, when Nayib Bukele won the presidency, … Read more
Costa Rica Homicide Rate Declines in 2026: What the Latest Data Shows
The rise in crime over the past few years has challenged Costa Rica’s long-standing reputation for peace and safety. The good news is that homicide numbers in 2026 are lower than they were during the same period last year—an encouraging … Read more
World Bank Raises El Salvador’s 2026 Economic Growth Forecast to 4.5%
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — The World Bank expects El Salvador’s economy to grow 4.5% in 2026, significantly raising its previous forecast and placing the country ahead of its Central American neighbors. The updated projection appears in the World Bank’s … Read more