This Week on Americas Now: Mexico's Uninhabitable Homes: Earthquake’s Impact
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Uninhabitable Homes: The Earthquake’s Lasting Impact
The 2017 earthquake shook Mexico City, but its impact is still being felt today. Thousands of buildings remain uninhabitable, forcing residents to live in uncertainty. Why has recovery stalled, and what happens next? Alasdair Baverstock reports.
Surgery for Weight Loss: Necessity or Trend?
Bariatric surgery is booming in Colombia, with 20,000 procedures performed yearly. But is this a medical necessity or a growing cosmetic trend? Experts are divided on whether these surgeries are a last resort for health—or a quick fix for weight loss. Michelle Begue investigates.
AI & Inflation: Killing Hollywood Jobs?
Hollywood is in trouble. Film industry economists warn that 200,000 jobs could disappear in the next three years due to rising costs and AI disruption. Is this the beginning of Hollywood’s decline? Mike Kirsch breaks it down.
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