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4 February 2011 Last updated at 21:32 ET

Cuban dissident Sigler released

The Cuban government has freed prominent political prisoner Guido Sigler, who had refused to go into exile in Spain, dissidents say.

Cold snap chills northern Mexico

Freezing weather and snow paralyse northern Mexico, which is experiencing its lowest temperatures in more than 50 years.
Blackouts hit Brazil's north-east

Power cuts hit seven states in Brazil, raising fears about the country's energy infrastructure ahead of the 2014 World Cup.
Cuba charges US man with spying
BBC in Top Gear apology to Mexico
Amazon drought stirs climate fear
Haiti's run-off candidates named
Mexico border police chief killed
Brazil promises free medicines
Venezuela judge let out of prison

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