At least 37 dead, dozens injured in Bolivia bus crash

A tragic head-on collision between two buses in southern Bolivia has resulted in at least 37 fatalities, including two children, and left more than 30 others injured. The accident occurred early on Saturday near Uyuni, with preliminary reports indicating that one bus swerved into the oncoming lane, likely due to speeding. One of the buses was transporting passengers to the Oruro Carnival, one of South America's largest festivals, but their celebrations were abruptly halted. Both drivers were injured, with one in intensive care and the other stable; authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, including alcohol tests for the drivers. This incident marks one of the deadliest bus accidents in Bolivia this year, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety in the region. Similar fatal bus crashes have occurred recently, emphasizing the dangers of Bolivia's winding mountain roads.