Every four years the world seems to stop to focus on the 32 teams trying to win the FIFA World Cup. This year, Mérida tries to do so in the middle of the worst social and economic crisis in the last two centuries and it’s not that easy. #AutogolChron
Daily Briefing
Guaro Journalist Uncovers Truth about Plan Ubica Tu Casa
A Lara State journalist got a subpoena from the Legislative Council for trying to look into an alleged government plan. Freedom of speech? You tell us.
Arepita: Venezuelan Startup Wraps Up the News
On Journalists’ Day, we celebrate Arepita, a crew that works really hard to curate and deliver the news everyday, straight to your inbox, fresh out of the budare.
Anti Hate Law Punishes Feelings with Jail
Érika Palacios, a 41-year-old woman, mother of three minors and independent social activist, was the first victim of the Anti Hate Law.
U.N. Report Addresses Human Rights Violations in Venezuela
Evidence of human rights violations in Venezuela keeps piling up. A 71-page report from the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights was released and its message is clear: The Venezuelan regime does nothing to protect human rights.
Blackouts World Cup Zulia 2018
Zulianos might have saved the date to watch all (or at least some of) the games of the World Cup, but blackouts don’t have horarios ni fecha en el calendario. #AutogolChron.
Battle of Carabobo: The Beginning of The End
After the Battle of Carabobo, almost 60 minor clashes took place before the last battle in the Maracaibo lake, on July 25, 1825. Then why is the Battle of Carabobo considered the last battle when it wasn’t?
Previous Posts
What if We Simply Follow the Rules?
We live in utter chaos and we tend to point our finger only at the government. However, we are also to blame for the chaos and it's time to point the finger at ourselves.
Chavismo’s Shifting Crypto Strategy
His team didn’t deliver on the promise of raising billions through an ICO.
Private Colleges Ain’t Exempt from the Crisis
Even though public universities tend to be the focus, private higher education has struggled and suffered under chavismo, as much as every realm of the private sector.
Missing, Worrying and Watching a Game at Orinokia Mall
Here you go, the first post from our special coverage for #AutogolChron. In Guayana, we’re trying to enjoy the World Cup, but it’s not like before. Not at all.
Transportation Crisis: Move Around or Die Trying
26 people have died in the last two months while using trucks as public transport.
Finding Meaning in the ANC’s New Godgiven Presidency
Diosdado Cabello is the new president of the National Constituent Assembly (ANC). Does Maduro not know giving more power to Diosdado is dangerous, level mono-con-hojilla?
Government Causes Electricity Crisis, Is Powerless to Fix It
It’s the same old combination causing the electricity crisis that took over the entire nation: lack of maintenance, corruption and overall inefficiency. According to Zulia State government, there are also astronomical phenomena involved.
The Sanctions Predicament
New sanctions on Venezuelan officials are often cause for celebration at home and abroad, but they are flawed and ineffective. What do effective sanctions look like and where do we start?
The FIFA World Cup is Here: Why You Cryin’?
The thing about the World Cup is that its vibe is contagious, even for the sports pariahs. It’s like a breath of fresh air and a reason to smile despite everything that’s depressing for Venezuelans right now.
Villca Fernández’ Forced Exile Is Unconstitutional. So?
As the Venezuelan government treats political prisoners like trading cards and the imposed exile of Villca Fernández reminds us how far the walls of our prisons stretch.
Feminism in Socialism: Rue & Malt Abortion or Sterilization
The Intercept’s latest piece tells the stories of Venezuelan women who have to do dangerous things to their bodies and take the most desperate measures to prevent pregnancies —or end them.
Happy 23rd Birthday, from Crimes and Violence Against Women
Under the “we have bigger problems” excuse Venezuelan citizens remain unmoving, quiet and unmoved about the issue of violence against women. Turning a blind eye solves nothing.
Third ‘Batch’ of Political Prisoners Released, Same M.O.
Foro Penal said in a statement that out of 43 “political prisoners” that were released yesterday, only 17 of those are in fact political prisoners.
Public Transportation Crisis in Maracaibo is Even More Mollejúa
Maracuchos go through the same public transportation crisis the whole country drowns in. The only difference is that they have to keep going under the most extreme temperatures and the blistering sun.
Guess Who’s Back, Back Again, Polio is Back, Tell a Friend!
30 years later, polio is back in Venezuela. The victims, as usual, are the most vulnerable: unimmunized Warao people. The thing the government doesn’t get is that the there’s no screwing around with this stuff.
Venezuela from Afar: A Brief History So Far
A few decades ago we were the rich, politically stable, democratic kids on the block in our neighborhood. Tables have turned and Venezuela is perceived, and portrayed, painfully accurately all over the media.
Chavistas Design a Tailor-Made Opposition and it Suits Them Fine
It’s easier to win if you build your new enemies from the ashes of the leaders you burned, jailed after shady legal proceedings, barred from running for office or forced into exile. It’s exactly what the dictatorship’s doctors prescribed.
What to Expect When You’re Electing, Colombian Edition
With their presidential election, Colombians thought this long campaign was finally over. But the results of the first round suggest it’s all just getting started.
19 Member States Pass OAS Resolution on the May 20 Election
The OAS passed a major resolution on Venezuela this Tuesday with 19 votes in favor, including one from the Dominican Republic that took us all by surprise. Is it possible they finally know what we’re dealing with?
The Silva School of Journalism: Bad Taste, Bigotry Presented as News
Jesús and Mario aren’t related, they are joined together by their hateful, #fakenews style. If only the illegitimate Hate Law applied to chavista journalists.
Venezuelan Migrants Try Finding True North: Tempting but Risky
After shortages, oppression and shortcomings, Venezuelan migrants stay illegally in the U.S., because they don’t understand how risky it is to mess with American immigration laws.
Reverse Transition, Venezuelan Style
There’s plenty of studies about how to transition back into democracy after dictatorships fall. Venezuela managed to do it the other way around.
The Other Price of the Venezuelan Exodus: Shortage of Skilled Workers
The growing diaspora is undoubtedly affecting critical sectors of the country, like healthcare, education and electrical infrastructure.
Governing Anonymously Allows Willy Casanova to Stay Inefficient
Willy Casanova, Maracaibo mayor, decides to do nothing and govern via press release. Notoriety in his case, would be counterproductive, so he takes advantage of a misinformed city.
