Guillermo the shaman, an expert in Mayan cosmology, explains the origin of and symbolism behind the Mayan word "chamamán" as well as some other interesting aspects of their belief system.

Residents of Otavalo, Ecuador, explain to us how they celebrate "Inti Raymi," an Inca Empire celebration in honor of the sun god, "Inti," and how it helps them to preserve their culture.

Morena attempts to comfort Yago, who grows increasingly distraught after finding out details from his past.

Doctor Leonardo Suárez, who practices general medicine with an emphasis on general, obstetric and gynecological surgery, talks to us about some of the most commonly seen diseases in his local population in Otavalo, Ecuador, as well as some of their causes.

Ecuadorian gynecologist and perinatologist Pedro Pablo Luna Jaramillo is passionate about childbirth and addressing the concerns of expectant mothers.

As the fifteenth birthday of young girls in Venezuela and most other Latin American countries marks a special rite of passage into womanhood, it is traditional for the family to throw them a big birthday bash.

Open Europe covers such diverse stories as the Mediterranean Corridor, the death of Gaddafi and European poverty.

As Spain celebrates its 25-year anniversary as a member of the European Union, let's take a look at its evolution over those years.

Take a virtual tour of several of Spain's most fascinating natural parks.

Inés Alomia speaks to us about the role gastronomy has historically played to bring people together in her native Colombia.

The moral of this age old fable is not to always trust others' words.

The conclusion of this series further explains how the last of the three R's- Reuse and Recycling- can contribute to improving the environment as well as adding on an additional two: Rethinking and [taking] Responsibility.

Poor waste management has led to a multitude of environmental problems. Learn how to help with the three Rs: "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle."

Xochitl from Monterrey, Mexico tells us about how the recent surge in violent crime in Mexico and in her area in particular affects the way that Mexican citizens live their lives.

This final episode in the series concludes the story of the boy who, following his mother's death, goes in search of his long lost father.