This Week on Americas Now: From China to Mexico, Coaching Olympic Glory
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The Summer Olympics unite athletes across borders, but sometimes the coaches’ journeys are just as inspiring. Meet the Chinese diving coach who relocated to Mexico and helped transform their team into Olympic contenders.
Ecuador’s OAS Ambassador on Multilateralism
Ecuador’s Ambassador to the OAS, Monica Palencia, highlights the importance of multilateralism in today’s evolving diplomatic landscape. From regional cooperation to global problem-solving, she shares how nations can build stronger futures together through dialogue and collaboration.
From Bogotá’s Red-Light District to the Runway
In the heart of Santa Fe, Bogotá’s infamous red-light district, designer Diamantina Arcoiris is turning struggle into style. Through her foundation, Amor Real, she trains at-risk youth, former sex workers, and the homeless in tailoring, embroidery, and modeling, giving them a chance at a new future.
Would You Try Rose Petal Ice Cream?
In Holambra, Brazil’s famous flower district, blossoms aren’t just for bouquets — they’re for the dinner table too. From ice cream made with rose petals to salads sprinkled with edible flowers, chefs are transforming the region into a hub for floral cuisine.
Would you taste it?
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