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🇬🇹 Prensa Libre

Guatemala · ES · https://www.prensalibre.com

About Prensa Libre

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Prensa Libre is published by Prensa Libre, S.A. and was founded in 1951 by five journalists with the aim of maintaining an independent voice and providing impartial reporting. The billionaire Mario López Estrada was a minority stakeholder. Prospeo indicates the outlet has not raised external funding.

Prensa Libre was established in 1951 to offer independent and impartial news, and it is considered a newspaper of record in Guatemala. However, Ground News states that Prensa Libre's media bias and factuality are 'unknown,' as ratings from major media bias organizations are unavailable. The media environment in Guatemala is challenging, with journalists facing violence, threats, and legal harassment, which can lead to self-censorship. Prensa Libre has also had to issue warnings about false content being circulated under its name.

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Today's Horoscope: Saturday, May 30, 2026

- This article provides daily horoscopes for Saturday, May 30, 2026, for all twelve zodiac signs. - Each sign receives brief predictions for work, business, and love life. - The horoscopes offer guida…

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The power of positivism

- Positivism changes a person, not circumstances, by enabling them to believe something is possible. - Human minds are naturally inclined towards negative thinking due to evolutionary survival instinc…

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Fiscal García Luna: The Nation Watches

- Guatemala's new Attorney General, García Luna, faces intense national scrutiny as he takes office, with expectations high for justice reform. - The article highlights the historical political influe…

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Will Cuba's Castrist regime collapse?

- The Trump administration has increased pressure on Cuba's government, with the Justice Department accusing former leader Raúl Castro of involvement in the downing of two civilian planes. - The artic…

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Today's Horoscope: Monday, May 25, 2026

- The article provides daily horoscopes for all 12 zodiac signs for Monday, May 25, 2026. - Each horoscope offers brief predictions for work, business, and love life. - It advises on navigating potent…

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Is extreme heat in Zacapa abnormal?

- Zacapa, Guatemala is experiencing extreme heat and drought, severely reducing the water levels in the Grande River. - Residents are struggling with water scarcity and intense heat, resorting to meas…

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Today's Horoscope: Friday, May 22, 2026

- This article provides daily horoscopes for all twelve zodiac signs. - Each horoscope offers brief advice on work, business, and love life. - It also includes a personality description for individual…

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How to Avoid Back Pain From Sitting

- Prolonged sitting is a significant risk factor for lower back pain, a leading cause of disability worldwide. - Experts explain that the human spine and surrounding muscles are not designed for exten…

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Expressing Oneself Properly

- The article critiques the misuse of the term 'criminal policy' in Guatemala, arguing it incorrectly implies policy made by criminals rather than policy to combat crime. - It points to a broader tren…

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Vientos del norte

- The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted ten high-ranking Mexican officials on charges of conspiring with the Sinaloa Cartel to import narcotics. - Accusations include providing political support…