United States and Pakistan: it's complicated

Pakistan and the United States have been trading barbs in the wake of the killing of Osama Bin Laden. We take a look at this turbulent relationship. We also head to the Mexican state of Sinaloa where corn has become a much sought-after commodity by drug dealers. Finally, find out which famous drink is turning 125 years old this week.

THE WEEK IN THE AMERICAS

Laura Baines

Presenter

25/03/2009 - THE WEEK IN THE AMERICAS

Obama extends hand of friendship to Iran

In this edition: President Obama addresses the Iranian people on the occasion of Nowruz, the Iranian New Year; in Argentina, the victims of the military dictatorship are still seeking justice; and, in Rio de Janeiro, favela tourism.

19/03/2009 - THE WEEK IN THE AMERICAS

Why Obama needs Lula

In this edition: Brazilian President Lula is Obama's "go-to" guy for repairing regional relations; should US taxpayers regret bailing out AIG?; US unemployment levels at a 25-year high and tango-therapy to dance yourself happy in Argentina.

12/03/2009 - THE WEEK IN THE AMERICAS

Mexican artists inspired by crime scenes

Our weekly review of the news in the Americas takes a look at Mexican artists who find inspiration in crime. Also in this edition: a bishop's comments turn abortion into a national scandal, and indebted Americans see their houses auctioned.

05/03/2009 - THE WEEK IN THE AMERICAS

Bolivia's grey gold revolution

In this edition: AIG, the company that Washington thinks is "too big to fail"; Greenville, USA, a city leading the way in eco-friendly living; and Bolivia, where electric cars are revving up the economy of this lithium nation.

26/02/2009 - THE WEEK IN THE AMERICAS

US activists decide to fight foreclosures

In this week's edition: activists in the United States decide to fight ongoing foreclosures. But also: a beach on the US-Mexico border used for illicit crossings is closed to the public. Finally, we revisit the Oscars and the Rio Carnival.