In a notable event, five U.S. adoptees traveled from Houston to Chile to meet their birth families for the first time.

These individuals were part of the thousands of children adopted by foreign families during Augusto Pinochet's regime (1973-1990).

The reunions have been organized by groups focused on reuniting adoptees with their biological families, bringing attention to the historical practices of forced adoption. Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has mandated the suspension of the video-sharing platform Rumble within the country.

This ruling comes after Rumble declined to follow court orders to shut down the account of a Brazilian streamer who is being investigated for alleged hate speech and misinformation.

In reaction, Rumble and Donald Trump's media group have initiated a lawsuit in a Florida court, claiming that Justice de Moraes is engaging in unlawful censorship. In economic updates, Mexico's economy shrank by 0.6% in the fourth quarter, raising alarms amidst ongoing trade disputes.

On the other hand, Canada reported a 2.5% rise in retail sales for December, exceeding market predictions, largely due to strong performances in the food and automotive sectors. Additionally, Spain's National Police have dismantled a human trafficking network that exploited more than 1,000 women, mainly from Venezuela and Colombia.

This operation resulted in 48 arrests and the closure of three businesses involved in the illegal activities. In religious matters, communities throughout Latin America have been praying for Pope Francis, the region's first pontiff, reflecting the strong cultural and spiritual connections between him and the Latin American people.

On the diplomatic side, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Donald Trump have held talks centered on the ongoing Ukraine conflict and the critical issue of fentanyl trafficking, demonstrating the cooperative efforts between the two countries to tackle global security and public health challenges.

In Brazil, charges against former President Jair Bolsonaro are being streamlined, which may accelerate legal processes before the 2026 elections. This shift could significantly affect the country's political climate.

Amid environmental issues, an Amazonian town has witnessed the appearance of large sinkholes, prompting local authorities to declare a public calamity.

The geological instability threatens hundreds of residents and highlights the region's environmental challenges. In financial news, the Bank of Canada has expressed a commitment to its 2% inflation target, underlining the significance of price stability within its monetary policy framework. Lastly, Goldman Sachs has forecasted that Donald Trump's proposed 10% oil tariff could impose a $10 billion annual cost on foreign producers, potentially affecting global oil markets and trade relations.