Argentinian cartoonist Maitena Burundarena presented her latest book 'Lo peor de Maitena' in Uruguay, a compilation of her comics published in adult magazines 30 years ago, featuring women as subjects of desire. The book offers a female perspective on sex and retains its humor and charm from the time of its original publication in the late '80s and early '90s. Maitena, who lived in Uruguay for over a decade, discussed her career at the Montevideo Comics convention. She is known for drawing 'real women' and addressing universal issues. Maitena transitioned from cartoonist to novelist about ten years ago, with her first novel 'Rumble' released in 2011. An exhibition 'Maitena. Behind the Comic Strip' is also available for fans to explore her creative process.

The Greek government has dismantled the informal Idomeni refugee camp, one of the largest in Greece, following the closure of the border with the Republic of Macedonia on March 9. Greek Migration Minister Yanis Muzalas announced plans to evacuate other refugee camps by mid-June and relocate 10,000 to 15,000 refugees to other European countries. The camp had become a symbol of refugee misery in Europe, with inhabitants living in dire conditions. The recent evacuation was mostly peaceful, with refugees given the choice to move to new camps near Thessaloniki or leave on their own. However, concerns about the conditions in the new camps and the future of the refugees remain.

In Montevideo, Uruguay, the cannabis club Tricoma legally cultivates and distributes marijuana to its members. Directors of cultivation Pedro Bianchi and Federico Mello manage to produce up to ten different species of marijuana. The club operates discreetly for security reasons and to avoid issues with neighbors. Cannabis clubs are one of the legal alternatives for obtaining marijuana in Uruguay, following the 2014 law that legalized the production, distribution, and consumption of cannabis. Tricoma, which is the second club authorized to produce marijuana in Uruguay, emphasizes research and traceability in their cultivation process. Members, who are around 35 years old on average, pay a membership fee and a monthly fee to receive 40 grams of marijuana for recreational use. The Instituto de Regulación y Control del Cannabis (IRCCA) oversees the legalization of such clubs, with ten clubs currently regularized.

Montevideo's Rambla becomes a bustling hub for runners, cyclists, couples, mate drinkers, and onlookers from spring to late autumn. Unlike Barcelona's famous promenade, Montevideo's Rambla resembles a Cuban boardwalk and greets the Rio de la Plata. It starts in the historic Ciudad Vieja near La Escollera, stretching 22 kilometers through various neighborhoods, adapting to each area's character. The Rambla is known for its summer sunsets, which draw crowds that applaud the last ray of light. It's an emblematic spot in Montevideo where locals and visitors enjoy the waterfront, sports, socializing, and romantic moments, offering a view of the city's laid-back life.