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An Ecuadorian family’s solitary fight to save endangered plants in the Amazon

An Ecuadorian family’s solitary fight to save endangered plants in the Amazon

Feb 9, 2026

By Gonzalo Solano On a recent journey into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle, Ramón Pucha realized he was being trailed. Fresh puma tracks now lined the path alongside his own footprints. Unfazed, he continued his trek, focused entirely on the precious cargo he carried —...

Geography and culture are key factors in murder rates as 53 cantons recorded no murders in 2025

February 9th, 2026

Carnaval events in nearby communities; Cuenca’s motepata aims for the record books; 5G begins Cuenca installation; Take a gastronomic tour of Paute

February 9th, 2026

Forget about muscle mass as you age, focus on strength

February 9th, 2026

Illegal money fuels Ecuador’s economic growth, making up more than 10% of the country’s GDP

February 8th, 2026

Negotiators fail to reach agreement in tariff war and Colombia says it will take the case to court

February 7th, 2026

The suburban curse of the zoning zombies!

February 7th, 2026

As global press freedom dwindles, corrupt politicians rejoice (less scrutiny, more booty)

February 7th, 2026

Major drug traffickers have left Colombia and relocated in Ecuador, says Colombia President Petro

February 6th, 2026

School says missing Ecuadorian schoolgirl and her family are released by ICE, returned to Minneapolis

February 6th, 2026

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Expat Life in Ecuador

The suburban curse of the zoning zombies!

The suburban curse of the zoning zombies!

Feb 7, 2026

There is a profound question that occasionally occurs to me while walking to buy bread, not metaphorical bread or lifestyle bread, but actual warm edible bread within five minutes of the front gates of Larga Towers, bought with small change and carried home in a paper...

The city where everyone has wi-fi but nobody buys a sandwich

February 5th, 2026

When nothing is wrong, but something has changed

February 4th, 2026

Tips for a healthier lifestyle in 2026: Stay active

January 31st, 2026

The (s)heroes among us: How Fundación María Amor and Mujeres Con Éxito changes women’s lives

January 28th, 2026

Looking for housing in Ecuador like you had back home? In most cases you’ll be out of luck

January 28th, 2026

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Opinions on Ecuador

As global press freedom dwindles, corrupt politicians rejoice (less scrutiny, more booty)

February 7th, 2026

A century after the publication of James Joyce’s Ulysses, its political message remains strong

February 5th, 2026

No comment

February 3rd, 2026

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Hogar Neighborhood Walking Tour – Discover El Vado

January 28th, 2026

I Love It Here, AND… |A SAVVY Expat Community Gathering

February 6th, 2026

Pawkar Raymi (Andean Carnaval)

February 9th, 2026

Chess time for Chess lovers … Amigos

February 4th, 2026

Real Estate & Rentals See more

Penthouse Features Without the Penthouse Price

February 6th, 2026

Small Guesthouse in Cuenca

February 6th, 2026

Amazon Eco-lodge and reserve for sale

February 6th, 2026

Beach house San Jacinto Manabi

February 6th, 2026

Community Posts See more

Common Concerns About Pool Health Insurance Plans

February 7th, 2026

Exemption from the Naturalization Exam in Ecuador

February 7th, 2026

50/50 Raffle – Don’t miss it!

February 6th, 2026

Your end-of-life plans, your will, and your power of attorney will become a reality this year.

February 6th, 2026

Your US/Canadian Dentist is HIDING your X-Rays to prevent you coming to Cuenca for Dental 🫨🦷💯!

February 6th, 2026

Health News

Forget about muscle mass as you age, focus on strength

February 9th, 2026

‘People are turning themselves into lab rats’: The injectable peptides craze sweeping the US

February 6th, 2026

Tips for a healthier lifestyle in 2026: Stay active

January 31st, 2026

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