Colombian women complain of the lack of attention by the authorities to cases of domestic violence, while Peruvian officials say domestic violence hurts society’s productivity. 

President-elect Tabaré Vázquez of Uruguay will take steps to reduce the work week for its citizens. 

Journalists have been harassed and detained, while many small farmers refuse to make way. 

People are moving down market to avoid the higher costs of name brands. 

Income inequality in Latin America has been underestimated, but it’s known to be high, said French economist Thomas Piketty.