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How Donald Trump’s second term has affected elections around the world
From Australia to Ecuador, the US President has become a key factor in local politics.
Footballer hid under the bed while his wife and child were kidnapped
He hid under the bed when he heard them break down the door.
Beauty queen shot dead after octopus ceviche order led killers to restaurant
Ecuadorian influencer shared her lunch with 173,000 followers before being gunned down.
Ecuadorian police broke into Mexico’s embassy, sparking outrage. Why is this such a big deal?
Ecuadorian police burst into Mexico’s Embassy in Quito and arrested a former leader.
Grandma gets first passport at 91 - becomes travel social media star
'Grandma Joy' has set her sights on visiting every continent with grandson Brad.
Galapagos to double tourist taxes as visitor pressures grow
Waste and visitor pressure is building up in the fragile marine ecosystem.
Cluster of lost cities in Amazon rainforest uncovered
'It’s incredible,' a researcher says of the complexes of raised mounds and canals.
Soldiers roam the streets of Ecuador’s biggest cities
New levels of fear enhanced in nation experiencing wave of criminal violence.
Men arrested after breaking into live TV studio in Ecuador
Noises similar to gunshots could be heard in the background.
Eight passengers injured on JetBlue flight approaching Fort Lauderdale
The Airbus 320 twin-engine plane was taken out of service for inspection.
Drug cartels exploit the banana industry to ship cocaine
Ecuador is increasingly at the confluence of two global trades: bananas and cocaine.
Colombian 'terrorism' alleged: Six arrested after presidential hopeful assassinated
An Ecuadorian police report says six men were arrested as suspects in the assassination.
Record cocaine seizure worth $1.1 billion hidden in container of bananas
This sets the record for the largest seizure of drugs in the Netherlands.
Anti-corruption Ecuadorean presidential candidate killed at campaign event
Victim was an outspoken critic of corruption in increasingly violent nation.
Declared dead again: Woman who revived during her wake dies after week in hospital
76-year-old woman who revived during her wake has been declared dead again.
Woman declared dead wakes up at her own funeral, sparking investigation
Her family was ready to say goodbye. Then there was a knock on the coffin lid.
An Ecuador police station is no place for a holiday says Antonia Prebble
A life in travel by Antonia Pebble, from sea slugs to stolen laptops.
Ecuador earthquake kills at least 12, causes widespread damage
The 6.8 quake killed at least 12 people and left others trapped under rubble.
What it's like cruising around the Galapagos Islands
Welcome to a whole new world like you've never seen before.
Hate cruises? I did too before stepping aboard this expedition ship
There's more to cruising than massive ships with casinos and restaurants.
What it's like cruising around the Galapagos Islands
Welcome to a whole new world like you've never seen before.
Annual index reveals the best places to retire in 2022 revealed
A new study reveals the golden spots to spend your golden years.
Take a trip along one of the world's longest roads
Fancy a great walk? This one may take you 530 days.
Exploring the Galapagos Islands: As memorable as you'd imagine
This is what makes a visit to the Galapagos Islands such a bucket-list experience.
Ecuador prison battle leaves 58 dead
Fighting between prison gangs lasted at least eight hours in the lockup in Guayaquil.
Itching to see Ecuador and Peru? Live vicariously through books, film and food
While we can't travel to Ecuador and Peru by plane, we can via the internet, books and TV.