May 8-14, 2026
A catastrophic breakdown of Cuba’s electrical infrastructure has left the island nation’s eastern regions completely without power, while residents in Havana continue to endure persistent electrical outages. Frustrated citizens in the capital responded by constructing flaming roadblocks in protest of the extended power failures.
In Colombia, the Cienaga Grande de Santa Marta wetland ecosystem is experiencing severe environmental damage caused by an invasive Asian plant species. The rapidly spreading aquatic vegetation is blocking fishing channels and obstructing waterways, threatening the economic survival of local communities who depend on the lagoon for income.
Large demonstrations filled the streets of Buenos Aires, Argentina, as protesters marched to government buildings to oppose funding cuts that are undermining the financial stability of the nation’s university system.
This gallery was curated by photo editor Anita Baca based in Mexico City.
