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An explosion and fire at a tequila factory in Mexico, has led to deaths of five people. Two others were injured in the disaster, at a Casa Cuervo distillery in the town of Tequila, Jalisco state. Casa Cuervo is the world’s largest producer of the Mexican spirit, according to its website, encompassing the Jose Cuervo and Tequila 1800 brands, among others.

On June 17, 2024, a significant development occurred in Brazil involving a suspect in a high-profile kidnapping plot against a federal judge. The suspect, identified as a key figure in the conspiracy, was found dead in his cell under suspicious circumstances. This incident has sparked concerns over prison security and the ongoing struggle against organized crime in the country.

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A research has found sharks living off the coast of Brazil positive for cocaine after they were tested. 13 Brazilian sharpnose sharks in the waters off the city of Rio de Janeiro were tested. The scientists found cocaine present in both the liver and muscle tissue of all 13 specimens.

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The first female president-elect of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum,said on Tuesday that investors had nothing to fear from proposed judicial reforms that have rattled confidence in Latin America's second-largest economy. Mexico is statistically the second largest economy among the Latin American economies.

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Police in Ecuador with the help of their sniffer dogs have found 6.23 tonnes of cocaine hidden in a banana shipment. The dogs alerted their handlers, who seized 5,630 parcels filled with a white substance that later tested positive for cocaine.

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In the bustling heart of Mexico City, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has emerged as a beacon of progress and innovation. As the first woman to be elected as the Mayor of Mexico City, Sheinbaum's journey is a testament to resilience, intellect, and a deep-seated commitment to her people. Her rise to this position is not only a personal milestone but also a significant moment in Mexico's political landscape, symbolizing the breaking of gender barriers and the ushering in of a new era of leadership.

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In June 2024, the investigation into Carlos Bolsonaro, the son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, has gained significant momentum, with potential indictments expected by August. This probe centers on allegations of espionage and misuse of public funds during his father's administration, casting a spotlight on the Bolsonaro family's influence and practices while in power.

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Hours after the country celebrated the election of Claudia Sheinbaum as the nation's first woman president, a female mayor was shot dead by gunmen in Mexico.