Uruguay Wasn’t Supposed to Run Out of Water A devastating drought has hit a country that seemed to have abundant fresh water.
Uruguay Saw Opportunity in China. It Got Schooled in the Hazards of Trade. Uruguay’s pursuit of a trade deal with China has angered its powerful neighbors while failing to yield economic gains.
Scientists Wondered if Warming Caused Argentina’s Drought. The Answer: No. Climate change didn’t make the dry spell more likely, researchers found, though extreme heat probably made it hurt more.
What’s Powering Argentina at the World Cup? 1,100 Pounds of Yerba Mate. The herbal drink is beloved by South American players, who have taken it with them around the world — including to Qatar.
The Sunday Read: ‘What Does Sustainable Living Look Like? Maybe Like Uruguay’ No greater challenge faces humanity than reducing emissions without backsliding into preindustrial poverty. One tiny country is leading the way.