Xenia Böttcher

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Sheep farming in Patagonia's puma territory

Sheep farming in Patagonia's puma territory

Pumas are reclaiming the Patagonian steppe — but what does it mean for sheep farming?

Nature and Environment03/17/2026March 17, 202606:35 min

Rio's street cleaners, upbeat superheroes in orange

Rio's street cleaners, upbeat superheroes in orange

Rio's upbeat and creative street cleaners keep the city's streets shining, while raising awareness about trash disposal.

Nature and Environment03/10/2026March 10, 202606:01 min

Argentina's veggie scene in the beef-based Asado culture

Argentina's veggie scene in the beef-based Asado culture

Young Argentinians are eating less meat, and more vegetarian restaurants are stepping up with plant-based alternatives.

Food Security02/18/2026February 18, 202606:22 min

Chile: Step back in time at this stylish Andes ski hotel

Chile: Step back in time at this stylish Andes ski hotel

Hotel Portillo opened in the 1940s and has maintained its charming look and feel to this very day.

Travel10/29/2025October 29, 202504:51 min

Samba — dance, music, attitude

Samba — dance, music, attitude

Samba is closely linked to the people of Rio. A samba de roda is an expression of attitude to life.

Music02/24/2025February 24, 202505:54 min

The hurricane trucks of happiness bringing joy in Brazil

The hurricane trucks of happiness bringing joy in Brazil

The Hurricane truck brings dance, music and joy to Brazil's villages and provinces.

Dance01/22/2025January 22, 202506:07 min

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