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Why Was Norman Quijano Sentenced to 13 Years and Four Months in Jail?
Norman Quijano, a high-ranking politician from the ARENA political party, was deported from the United States to El Salvador yesterday. Salvadoran authorities detained him and informed him of his conviction. Former San Salvador Mayor Norman Quijano was sentenced to 13 … Read more

El Salvador Ilopango Air Show 2026: Highlights, Activities, and Ticket Information
The Salvadoran skies will once again host the acrobatic performances of national and international pilots during the 2026 Ilopango Air Show. The event, titled “Skies to the Limit (Cielos al Límite in Spanish),” is scheduled for January 31 and February … Read more

Domestic Tourism in El Salvador Reaches 10.2 Million Visitors in 2025
El Salvador closed 2025 with a surge in domestic tourism as more than 10.2 million people visited public attractions nationwide, according to official data released by the Ministry of Tourism. Figures from the Ministry of Tourism (MITUR) show visits during … Read more

Salvadoran Legislative Assembly Approves “Quincena 25” Law Granting Extra January Income to Workers
El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly approved the “Quincena 25” law this week, proposed by President Nayib Bukele, granting a January income equal to 50% of monthly wages to workers earning up to $1,500. The measure applies to public and private-sector employees … Read more

World Bank Economic Outlook for El Salvador: It Projects a 3.5% Economic Growth in 2025
The World Bank has raised its economic growth forecast for El Salvador, now expecting the economy to expand by 3.5% in 2025, according to its latest Global Economic Prospects report released in January 2026. The updated projections improve on the … Read more

Salvadorans in the U.S. To Pay 1% Tax on Remittances Sent to El Salvador
Effective January 1, 2026, Salvadorans living in the United States will be required to pay a 1% federal tax on remittances sent to El Salvador. The remittance fee applies to all money transfers from the United States to recipients in … Read more

Life at the U.S.–Mexico Border Under Donald Trump’s Immigration Policies
Every day, hopeful migrants traverse the harsh deserts and treacherous mountain regions of the southern United States in search of safety, shelter, and opportunity. While these dangerous journeys are often reported in the news, the struggles of women and girls … Read more