Starting a business in Brazil takes an average of 100 days. São Paulo mayor João Doria wants it to happen in 48 hours.

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The Fujimori-led opposition is undermining Pedro Pablo Kuczynski's ability to govern – and Peruvians' trust in government – with relentless attacks.

Visa applications requiring extensive social media and biographical information are a hurdle to scientific collaboration, with vast consequences.

Congress ultimately has control over Puerto Rico's fate. But a June 11 plebiscite could affect the island's politics – and its finances.

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