Mexico has become the first country to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup, following a 1-0 victory over South Korea. The team's mascot, Merlín the duck, was featured in celebrations.
In Peru, conservative candidate Keiko Fujimori is currently leading progressive Roberto Sánchez as votes are tallied in the presidential runoff election. The electorate remains deeply divided as the count progresses.
Colombia is also preparing to elect its next president amidst a deeply divided electorate. A tight runoff election is underway between a progressive candidate and a conservative outsider.
This report was curated by photo editor Anita Baca in Mexico City.