Peru’s President Calls for Dialogue After More than 30 Injured in Nationwide Protests:

Peru’s president Dina Boluarte has called for dialogue after the clashes between protesters and police during nationwide demonstrations that left one person and 30 injured. In a statement she said, “Once again, I call for dialogue, I call on those political leaders to calm down. Have a more honest and objective look at the country; let’s talk.” Her comments came from the clashes in the streets of the capital Lima. This ended in the police clashing with the protesters. This is due to the protesters marching in Lima, where a government state of emergency was ordered. Police forces were seen releasing gas into the streets and cities. The violence and protests continue as the state of emergency has yet to change.

https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/19/americas/peru-protests-thursday-intl

Canada Mourns Deaths due to a Daycare Bus Crash:

Hundreds of Quebecers mourn the children who died in a bus crash near Montreal. On Thursday, many came to the graves with teddy bears, flowers and toys to mourn the deaths of the children. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke of the grief of the entire country, stating: “I reflect on the incredible loss the families are feeling right now, on the hundreds of thousands of parents who dropped their kids off at day cares across the country this morning, holding them a little tighter and reflecting on the senselessness of this tragedy.” Police are still investigating what exactly happened. Prosecutes say that Pierre Ny St-Amand is a suspect in this case. He could face up to two counts of first-degree murder.

https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/09/americas/quebec-canada-daycare-bus-crash

Mexico City Subway Train Collision Injures Dozens and Kills One:

On Saturday, two trains collided on Mexico city’s subway system, injuring 57 people and killing one. An investigation is being conducted and it suggests that deficient welding of metal studs which were not well connected to the steel beams which resulted in a number of issues that contributed to the incident.

https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/07/americas/mexico-city-metro-collision-death-intl-hnk