Bolivia Civic Life: La Paz’s “Long Night of Museums” brought thousands back to local history, with 600+ activities across 20 routes and major stops like the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Ministry of Health and Sports. Bolivia Politics & Rights: Bolivia’s Congress passed a bill that lets the newly elected President Paz declare a state of emergency and deploy military forces to end protests and blockades—sparking fears of more violence, especially after women’s marches warned against sending soldiers to “kill their fathers.” Bolivia Environment & Housing: Residents and environmental groups are alarmed by a proposed La Paz development of 300+ apartments near the Palmira Estuary Ramsar wetland, raising worries about water, sewage, traffic, and long-term protection. Bolivia Culture & Heritage: New research on Tiwanaku links the origins of volcanic stone used for chachapumas sculptures to sacred sites over 40 km away—highlighting how pilgrimage and symbolism shaped ancient Andean art. Health & Lifestyle: A Lancet study presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference found coach-led, culturally adapted lifestyle programs improved cognition in older adults across 11 Latin American countries, including Bolivia. Regional Justice & Culture: Chile’s push for amnesty for military and police convicted over the 2019 uprising reignites debates over accountability and memory. Art & Diplomacy: The EU moved to cut funding for the Venice Biennale after the Russian pavilion returned, turning contemporary art into a new front in geopolitics.