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The Cinemateca Nacional is showing free international films all week in Cuenca. Migration, identity, memory, and resilience — plus it's free. Here's the lineup.

A group of protesters stormed an Iranian cultural center in Quito during Ramadan prayers, injuring one person. Here's what happened and why it matters in Ecuador's current political climate.

A new curfew hits four coastal provinces from March 15-30, and the US military is joining Ecuador's war on drug cartels. Here's what it means for you — even if you live in the highlands.

A 90-day emergency has been declared across five coastal provinces. Over 200,000 people are affected. Cuenca is fine — but if you travel to the coast, fly through Guayaquil, or care about electricity, read this.

A 7-episode comedy filmed at 42 locations across Cuenca premiered on Ecuavisa Play on February 19. Four strangers sharing a house, a $300K budget, Hollywood-grade cameras, and a love letter to the city. First episode is free.

"Rutas de Fantasmas" is a 90-minute theatrical walking tour through the dark corridors of Museo de las Conceptas. Candlelit, creepy, and one of Cuenca's most unique experiences. $10, every Saturday at 7 PM.

"Parajes del Silencio" is a 50-year retrospective of architect and artist Diego Jaramillo Paredes at the MMAM. Opening reception March 5 at 7 PM, runs through May 3. Free admission. Part of the museum's 45th anniversary.

The city launched a 10-year environmental roadmap covering electric buses, water protection, and emissions reduction. Bloomberg Philanthropies is funding youth climate projects. Here's what it means for the city.

Opening a bank account in Ecuador isn't hard — but the requirements vary wildly between banks. Here's what Banco Pichincha, Banco del Austro, JEP, and other institutions actually ask for, and which ones are easiest for expats.