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Sudan general says military leaders clinging to power

CAIRO — A powerful paramilitary commander slammed Sudan's ruling generals Tuesday, saying they oppose stepping down to allow for a democratic transition under a civilian administration. Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, commander of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, said his conflict with…

Caribbean sees jump in visitors since pandemic began

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Tourists flocked to the Caribbean last year in numbers not seen since the pandemic began, with the Dutch Caribbean and U.S. territories like Puerto Rico surpassing even pre-pandemic visitor arrivals, officials said Tuesday. More than…

Mexico vows not to budge on US corn dispute

MEXICO CITY — Mexico's president vowed Tuesday not to back down in a dispute with the United States over a potential ban on imports of genetically modified corn. The U.S. Trade Representative’s office announced Monday it had called for consultations…