Hugo Chavez

Supporters of Caracas mayor Antonio Ledezma gather to protest his arrest by President Nicolas Maduro. The banner reads: "Freedom to Ledezma. No more political prisoners".

The arrest of Caracas' mayor stuns and angers Venezuelans

Caracas Mayor Antonio Ledezma was arrested Thursday night, accused of plotting to overthrow President Nicolas Maduro. But even in a country where political arrests are common, this latest accusation is more than just business as usual.

The arrest of Caracas' mayor stuns and angers Venezuelans
Jose Luis Farrera (with his sons) runs a newsstand in Venezuela. But business is down, because he can't get enough newspapers.

First toilet paper, now Venezuela is running out of newsprint

First toilet paper, now Venezuela is running out of newsprint
Supplies of food and other basic products have been patchy in recent months in Caracas, Venezuela. The situation has spawned jokes among Venezuelans, particularly over the lack of toilet paper.

In Venezuela, 'la revolucion' has turned into 'la crisis'

In Venezuela, 'la revolucion' has turned into 'la crisis'
No new cars at this Nissan dealership in Caracas, Venezuela.

Why it's almost impossible to buy a new car in oil-rich Venezuela

Why it's almost impossible to buy a new car in oil-rich Venezuela