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Vehicles carrying members of the federal police arrive to reinforce security in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Violent surge targets police in Mexican state

August 23, 2019 at 12:12 p.m.

Mexico: Authorities announced an increase in violent criminal activity in the west-central state of Jalisco and urged travelers to use caution. Police have been the targets of most violence, and...

Although martial law has been lifted in Thailand, don't expect to see the military presence disappear.

Martial law lifted, but Thailand still under strict security measures

August 23, 2019 at 12:09 p.m.

Thailand: Although martial law was lifted April 1, the strict regulations were reinforced later that day through another similar set of laws. Article 44 is a special security measure being...

A man makes his way through a flooded street in Copiapo, Chile. The region experienced the heaviest rains in 80 years.

Holiday season in Guatemala means pickpockets go to work

August 23, 2019 at 12:08 p.m.

Guatemala: Tourists should be aware that during the Semana Santa holiday season, crime does not take a holiday. Celebrated on and around Easter Sunday, the festivities draw large crowds, especially...

Refugees are trucked into Myanmar and away from an area of conflict along the Myanmar-Chinese border.

World watch

August 23, 2019 at 12:05 p.m.

Costa Rica: Tourists should be aware of a recent increase in violence in Escazu. Three drive-by shootings reportedly left two Costa Ricans dead and an American seriously injured. The shootings...

A mother with her child sit outside their damaged home among the debris of fallen trees in Vanuatu's capital, Port Vila.

Americans now must apply for an Egypt visa before travel

August 23, 2019 at 12:01 p.m.

Egypt: As of May 15, tourist visas will no longer be issued on arrival for U.S. travelers. Before travel, those wishing to visit the country instead must apply for one...

Names are seen carved on a wall inside the ancient Colosseum in downtown Rome on March 9, 2015.

Crime in parts of Belize draws U.S. alert

August 23, 2019 at 11:59 a.m.

Belize: The U.S. State Department released an updated crime and safety report indicating that the country experienced a high level of criminal activity in 2014, including theft and murder. Though...

Venezuela has begun requiring visas for U.S. travelers visiting the country.

Venezuela imposes visa requirement for U.S. tourists

August 23, 2019 at 11:57 a.m.

Venezuela: As of March 2, American tourists will need to obtain visas before traveling to Venezuela. U.S. travelers will be required to pay the same fees to visit the South...

An aerial view of the Atibainha dam, part of the Cantareira reservoir, one of the main water reservoirs that supply Sao Paulo.

Brazilian city suffering worst drought since 1930s

August 23, 2019 at 11:55 a.m.

Brazil: The lowest rainfall levels since 1930 have led to a severe water shortage in Sao Paulo, causing water rationing in the country's commercial capital of 20 million people. Many...

Mosquito-borne virus hitting Cook Islands

August 23, 2019 at 11:53 a.m.

Cook Islands: Health officials announced that cases of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus have been reported on the islands. Symptoms include fever, joint pain, headache, muscle pain, joint swelling or rash....

A police officer guides traffic on a road submerged by floodwaters outside the presidential palace in Jakarta .

Canadian tourist dies after Peruvian tea ceremony

August 23, 2019 at 11:51 a.m.

Peru: A Canadian tourist died after a spiritual tea ceremony at Canto Luz Centre near Puerto Maldonado. Unlike deaths associated with ingesting tea made from ayahuasca in Peru, Colombia and...

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