Penguins and sea lions help produce new atlas Nov 17, 2009
Data for the atlas was gathered by a team of 25 scientists working over a 10-year period many of them supported by the National Research Council of Argentina (CONICET). The team tracked 16 species of marine animals, which produced some 280,000 individual uplinks of data over the Patagonian Sea, a huge area ranging from southern Brazil to southern Chile. (EurekAlert!)
Orlando Discount Cards and Coupons Nov 15, 2009
The Planning Kit can be sent to the U.S., Canada, Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and other areas. The Orlando Visitors website, however, is recommended as a resource because it offers up-to-date information and last-minute discounts that may not be included in the packet. (Suite101.com)
•World Cup qualifying latest Nov 15, 2009
A total of 23 nations have already booked their tickets for South Africa and the tournament promises to be a real football extravaganza with top teams of the caliber of Spain, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Argentina, England, the Netherlands, Ivory Coast and Ghana already securing their places. France, Portugal, Russia, Cameroon and Egypt ware among the teams in action on Saturday and CNN will keep fans up to date on exactly who has qualified for the tournament. (CNN -- International)
No matter the neighborhood, pour the Fernet Nov 15, 2009
If you ve never heard of Fernet - and unless you ve spent a lot of time in Italy or Argentina, you probably haven t - this may not mean much. But the Fernet distillery sponsoring a drinking event in the United States is akin to a truffle-oil maker sponsoring ESPN s X Games. (Boston Globe)
Yuan as world currency can be good for India Nov 15, 2009
In addition, since December 2008 China has undertaken currency swaps estimated at $95 billion with central banks in South Korea, Malaysia, Belarus, Indonesia, Argentina and Hong Kong. This would enable importers to make payments in yuan for Chinese goods without going through the usual dollar route. (India Times)
Three Prep Women's Basketball Standouts Commit To Attend Notre Dame Nov 14, 2009
7 rebounds with three double-doubles in three-game 2008 exhibition series vs. Argentina U18 National Team; averaged 14 ... made international debut at age 15 (youngest player selected) for Canada's junior team at 2008 FIBA U18 Americas Championship in Buenos Aires, Argentina, pacing her nation to the silver medal (4-1 record); averaged 7. (Und.com)
O'Neill applauds as Melbourne lands the 15th team Nov 13, 2009
To help the new team lure players, the ARU will give Melbourne dispensation, including in its first season being able to sign up to 10 imported players including men from Argentina, the Pacific Islands, and Australians playing for northern hemisphere clubs. We will be looking to protect the existing franchises as much as we can, but equally players who are coming off contract will be entitled to look around,'' O'Neill said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Men's Basketball opens season with first-ever m... Nov 13, 2009
It is the third straight summer Trasolini has played with the Canadian National team - winning a broncos medal with the U-18 team in the summer of 2008 at the FIBA Amercas Tournament in Argentina when he was the third-leading scorer. Highs. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Maradona refuses to talk about possible FIFA ban Nov 13, 2009
MADRID, Spain (AP) -- Argentina coach Diego Maradona refused to discuss his expletive-filled outburst after a World Cup qualifier, and would not talk on Thursday about what kind of sanction he might receive. Maradona, who will travel to a hearing at FIFA headquarters in Switzerland on Sunday, said he would "not speak about that subject" during a news conference ahead of Argentina's friendly against Spain on Saturday ... Argentina last missed the World Cup in 1970. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Maradona to face FIFA disciplinary committee over outburst Nov 12, 2009
BERNE: Argentina coach Diego Maradona will appear before a FIFA disciplinary committee on Sunday over his foul-mouthed outburst last month, soccer s world governing body said on Tuesday ... The volatile Argentina coach, who was kicked out of the 1994 World Cup as a player for a doping offence, will travel to FIFA s headquarters in Zurich for the hearing after his team s friendly in Spain on Saturday ... The disciplinary hearing related to the head coach of Argentina, Diego Armando Maradona, and... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
China's yuan can be alternative reserve currency in 15 years Nov 12, 2009
Since mid-December 2008, Beijing has signed currency swap contracts worth 650 billion yuan (about $95 billion) with central banks in South Korea, Malaysia, Belarus, Indonesia and Argentina and Hong Kong. These swap accords allow other overseas central banks to sell yuan to local importers who want to buy Chinese goods. (India Times)
South America cruise, 8 nights, from $1,199 Nov 12, 2009
The Real Deal: Eight nights in an ocean-view cabin aboard the 14-deck , round-trip from Buenos Aires, Argentina, with stops in Brazil at Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro, and Ilhabela, and in Uruguay at Punta del Este; all meals and beverages; nightly entertainment; and 24-hour room service; from $1,199 per person plus about $54 in port taxes and fees. When: Dec. 22, 2009; add $330 for Dec. 30, 2009. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Best BYOB Restaurants in Chicago Nov 11, 2009
Buenos Aires, the Andes, and meat are three things for which Argentina is famous. Now a tourist craving delicious Argentine cookery doesn t have to travel hundreds of miles to enjoy the country s unique food. (Suite101.com)
Planting trees can shift water flow Nov 10, 2009
But in basins that contain small rivers, afforestation can reduce base flow by up to 50%, says Esteban Jobbagy, an ecologist at Argentina s national scientific council (CONICET) and the National University of San Luis ... Jobbagy s team conducted a two-year study on seven paired basins seven with native grasslands and seven that had been planted with forests in the province of Crdoba, Argentina. (Scientific American)
Andrew Oppenheimer: Obama record on Latin America? Hint: It's not all his fault Nov 8, 2009
They also applaud the fact that he did not suspend flights to Mexico as Cuba, Argentina and other countries did when the H1N1 flu pandemic broke out in Mexico earlier this year. Asked to rate Obama's performance with Mexico, Mexico's Ambassador to Washington Arturo Sarukhan told me, "On a scale from one to 10, I give him an eight.". (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Britain urges steps to insure financial system Nov 8, 2009
The G-20 is comprised of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, the United States and the rotating EU presidency. AP Reporters Aoife White and Ben McConville contributed to this report. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
America is rusting because of free trade Nov 7, 2009
" The word "alpha" signifies an investment for which the return is greater than the risk. Africa is alpha country. That's because land, which is extremely fertile in some regions, is inexpensive on the impoverished continent. Payne's land fund pays $350 to $500 per hectare ($140 to $200 per acre) in Zambia, about one-tenth the price of land in Argentina or the United States. For a small farmer in Africa, the average yield per hectare has remained unchanged in 40 years. With a little fertilizer... (Salon)
The other Paris Nov 7, 2009
Angela Merkel wanted to say something, but was interrupted by President Kirchner of Argentina. The latter wanted to resume talking about her favorite issue, gold reserves. (Salon)
United States Claims #1 Spot For First Time as World's Top Country Brand Nov 6, 2009
- Canada Holds on to Second Spot and Australia Slips to Number Three - - Global Study Expanded to Cover Regional Rankings Including Asia Pacific, Sub-Sahara Africa and the Americas. This category remains one with tremendous potential not only for tourism but investment, trade and policy. (Canada Newswire)
Design business offers clients global flair Nov 5, 2009
Today, the 66-year-old works with companies from 13 nations on every major continent, including Turkey, Italy, Spain, Argentina, Brazil, Belgium, Venezuela, Morocco and Egypt. Art Burdick, a local custom-home builder, strives to find suppliers who provide high-quality products at a fair price. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Holland America Line's 2011 Grand Voyages Set to Explore Seven Continents, 65 Countries Nov 5, 2009
An option for those with less time is a 33-day segment to or from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Grand Africa and Mediterranean Voyage. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Scotland Struggling to Regain Golf Luster Nov 3, 2009
In a World Cup drama, tiny Uruguay tried but failed to put Argentina out of its misery. Mark Starr - - October 9, 2009 05:47 ET. (Newsmax)
Correction Time: Stock market faced sell-off last week Nov 2, 2009
Argentina continues to head the list with a 126. 6% gain. (India Times)
Football: Ten-man Real cut gap on Barca Nov 1, 2009
The Argentina international made it 2-0 just two minutes later, firing a low shot past goalkeeper Oscar Ustari after Diarra stole possession near the halfway line and Benzema set up the chance. Higuain almost completed a hat-trick soon after when he broke clear from his own half before drilling a low shot against the far post. (CNN -- International)
#7/4 UCLA Travels To Creighton For Non-Conference Game Oct 31, 2009
Both players traveled to Egypt and Argentina this summer with the U.S. team. Freshman traveled to Northern Ireland with the U.S. Under-18 National Team to participate in the Milk Cup and also played with the U-18s in the Lisbon International Tournament in Portugal. (Uclabruins.com)
Ahmadinejad defends possible nuke deal Oct 30, 2009
Observers say Iran had prior knowledge of Hezbollah attacks, such as the 1988 kidnapping and murder of Colonel William Higgins, a U.S. Marine involved in a UN observer mission in Lebanon, and the 1992 and 1994 bombings of Jewish cultural institutions in Argentina. U.S. officials say Iran supported the group behind the 1996 truck bombing of Khobar Towers, a U.S. military residence in Saudi Arabia, which killed nineteen U.S. servicemen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Machu Picchu: Abandoned Sun city Oct 29, 2009
It lay hidden from the gold-hunting Spanish conquistadors, who sought to destroy all traces of an Inca civilisation that had stretched in its heyday to Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and to the borders of Argentina and Brazil. The site was first uncovered in 1911 by an American scholar-explorer, Hiram Bingham. (India Times)
Foreigners visiting U.S. down so far in 09 Oct 29, 2009
There are a few shifts in position since last time we checked (using OTTI's 2006 data): Argentina is on the top 20 list this time around; Sweden has dropped a notch; Venezuela has moved up a position ... Argentina: The second South American country on the top 20 list is also the second country to show an increase in visitation for 2009 Argentina's 200,00-plus visitors through July represent a 10. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Lively, charming Bon Savor splits time between France, South America Oct 28, 2009
Steak Argentina at Bon Savor in Jamaica Plain is delicious, chewy, and rare, with a great sear ... Steak Argentina is good enough to make one cry - maybe that s how it got so salty one night ... Thank you, Argentina, for giving us steak with chimichurri, a culinary pairing a la George and Gracie, the straight man and the zany sidekick. (Boston Globe)
Turner exec questions, listens before plotting growth abroad Oct 27, 2009
5 percent, while its 65 percent in neighboring Argentina. That means balancing risk and reward becomes essential when you have as many balls in the air as she does. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Impeachment question looms as S.C. lawmakers return Oct 27, 2009
The Legislature adjourned for the year in June, days before the GOP governor skipped the state to rendezvous with a woman in Argentina he called his soul mate. Since then, a litany of state Republicans have called for his ouster, and the State Ethics Commission has launched an inquiry into Sanford s travel, including his use of state planes for personal and political purposes. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Buying for longer-term investing should now be attempted Oct 26, 2009
Argentina heads the list with a 139. 7% gain. (India Times)
* Sport Soccer Shorts Oct 26, 2009
Argentina lead the group after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Honduras courtesy of a 58th-minute strike by Sergio Araujo in a clash the South Americans dominated. In Lagos, Switzerland upset Mexico 2-0 in a Group B match, with first-half goals from Pajtim Kasami and an own-goal by Mexico goalkeeper Jose Rodriguez, while Brazil scraped past Japan 3-2. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Mayleen Ramey To Host Tennis Channel Travel Series Oct 24, 2009
Newport, R.I.; Vancouver, Canada; and Buenos Aires, Argentina. "I am ecstatic to host Destination Tennis and join Tennis Channel's family," said Ramey in a statement. (Multichannel News)
Transcript of a Press Briefing by Caroline Atkinson, Director, External Relations, IMF Oct 23, 2009
QUESTIONER: It is said in Argentina that perhaps [IMF Western Hemisphere Department Director Nicolas] Eyzaguirre is going to stop by, profiting from his trip to Latin America for the Outlook. I wanted to know if this is true, if this can happen, if he could stop by Argentina ... And the second is: As you know the Argentina government wants an Article IV but with some conditions, like a low profile mission and non-recommendation, non-political recommendation. (IMF News)
Top tips for buying travel insurance Oct 22, 2009
One San Francisco life coach ended up with nothing after she filed a claim for extra hotel and ticket changes when a three-day closing of the Ushuaia, Argentina, airport delayed her trip plans early in 2009. I tried multiple times to have the airline provide a letter that stated the original destination airport was closed, but the only letter they would provide claimed that they did everything they could. (MSNBC -- Travel)
San Francisco Named Top US City To Visit Oct 20, 2009
Other top regional cities included Ubud, Bali; Vancouver, Canada; Cape Town, South Africa; Buenos Aires, Argentina; and Florence, Italy. The complete results of the poll will appear in the November issue of the magazine, which goes on newsstands on Oct. 20. (Click2Houston, TX)
S.C. lawmakers aiming to extend jobless benefits Oct 20, 2009
The Republican governor is dealing with an ethics investigation regarding his travel and campaign finance practices and legislators also say he should be impeached for abandoning the state for five days to meet his lover in Argentina. McConnell had said Friday he d favor bringing the Legislature back into session if it would only deal with the issue of unemployment benefits and the topic could be handled under the narrow rules that let the lawmakers reconvene before January. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Global face for Asian Champions League semis Oct 20, 2009
Al Ittihad, led by former Argentina defender Gabriel Calderon, host Nagoya in Jeddah on Wednesday in the first ever Asian Champions League matchup featuring teams from two of the traditional soccer powers of the region. The Tigers have a vast amount of Asian experience and lifted the 2004 and 2005 titles. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Western Terror Recruits on the Rise Oct 20, 2009
Vinas, the son of immigrants from Peru and Argentina, is cooperating with U.S. and European authorities. He has testified about his interaction with the six-member cell of recruits from Belgium and France. (CBS News -- US)
For Argentines, a coach is a legend and a letdown Oct 19, 2009
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA -- Argentines woke up Thursday feeling as if a great weight had been lifted from their collective shoulders. After a 1-0 victory over Uruguay, Argentina's soccer team qualified for the World Cup in South Africa next summer, despite growing doubts that coach Diego Maradona could lead it there ... Argentina has not had much in the way of grandeur lately. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Flow of Western terrorist recruits increasing Oct 19, 2009
Vinas, the son of immigrants from Peru and Argentina, is cooperating with U.S. and European authorities. He has testified about h 00001564 is interaction with the six-member cell of recruits from Belgium and France. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Sensex has great run in '09, but couldn't match 1992 Bolt Oct 19, 2009
For the period of January 1 to September 30, Russian stock market climbed 98% followed by Sri Lanka (95%) and Argentina (92%). For the same period Sensex has risen 77. (India Times)
China News 2009.10.16 Oct 18, 2009
China and Argentina negotiate bilateral trade disputes and promote mutual investment ... Negotiation for Sino-Argentina trade disputes ... China and Argentina negotiated for settling bilateral trade disputes and promoting investment between the two sides in the capital city Buenos Aires, Wednesday. (Xinhuanet, China)
Chile & Argentina, air/10 nights, from $2,899 Oct 17, 2009
Chile & Argentina, air/10 nights, from $2,899 - Deals- msnbc ... Chile & Argentina, air/10 nights, from $2,899. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Panda, Wisin y Yandel winners at Los Premios MTV Oct 16, 2009
For the first time, MTV held awards shows in Mexico City, Bogota and Buenos Aires, Argentina, and rebroadcast performances as part of the Los Angeles show, including songs by Spanish balladeer Alejandro Sanz and hip-shaking crossover star Shakira from Bogota. The six regional awards went to Panda, Colombian alt-rockers Don Tetto, Peruvian pop group Adammo, Mexican singer-songwriter Paty Cantu, Argentine electropop band Miranda. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
BLOOMBERG TV Viewers Have Highest Income and Net Worth Oct 15, 2009
The BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL service and data products are owned and distributed by Bloomberg Finance L.P. (BFLP) except that Bloomberg L.P. and its subsidiaries (BLP) distribute these products in Argentina, Bermuda, China, India, Japan and Korea. BLOOMBERG and BLOOMBERG NEWS are trademarks and service marks of Bloomberg Finance L.P., a Delaware limited partnership, or its subsidiaries. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
King of the Socceroos Oct 15, 2009
au/news/sport/football/argentina-qualify-for-world-cup-finals/2009/10/15/1255195862176 ... Argentina qualify for World Cup finals. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Tiger is still busy and making money in the off-season Oct 15, 2009
He stopped in Hawaii on the way home for the PGA Grand Slam, then hosted his tournament in California before going to Argentina for the World Cup. Still, it s worth paying attention to the words Woods chose and how he corrected himself. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Opinion: A golfing season that never ends Oct 14, 2009
After a week off, Woods hosted his own tournament in Arizona before going to Argentina for the World Cup. Still, its worth paying attention to the words Woods chose and how he corrected himself. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wine tourism, on safari or from the armchair Oct 13, 2009
One surprising find is how recently some countries came to winemaking Argentina didn't get started in earnest until 1998 and how individual players were instrumental in getting operations in countries like Chile and South Africa from domestic distribution to producing internationally recognized vintages. The winemakers are diverse, from the Chilean who once supplied cluster bombs to the Iraqis, to Charles Back of South Africa's Fairview Wines, whose wines include Goats do Roam, Goat Door and... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Zimbabwe: ICC and Nobel Peace Prize Oct 13, 2009
Kissinger won the award despite scheming and overseeing the 1969-75 mass bombings of Cambodia, and also masterminding Operation Condor of the mid 70s -- an operation of rape, kidnapping and murder coordinated by the CIA among the intelligence and security services of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay. He also tacitly facilitated and supported the post-Allende junta of Augusto Pinochet in Chile, that killed French nationals, and he ordered the invasion of Cyprus, an invasion that led... (allAfrica.com)
Global hitchhiker stops in Fairbanks two years into trip Oct 12, 2009
So he'll continue south today, working his way back down the Alaska Highway before hitching east across North America, south to the tip of Argentina, across the Pacific Ocean, then across Asia and the Middle East before returning home 00004000. Marie said he's been in 774 vehicles so far, and has made his voyage without being especially picky. (Anchorage Daily News)
GrantWahlInside Soccer High-stakes U.S.-Honduras Cup qualifier could turn into a classic. Oct 10, 2009
From a psychological perspective, Honduras knows that it really needs a win in its final home game to avoid a November playoff against the fifth-place team from South America (perhaps Argentina or Ecuador). At the same time, the U.S. players know in the backs of their minds that they can lose here and still clinch a World Cup berth with at least a tie at home on Oct. 14 against Costa Rica. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Tea import bill shoots up 46% Oct 10, 2009
KOLKATA: Indias tea import bill has shot up by 46% with Nepal, Vietnam and Argentina emerging as largest exporters of Indian tea during the January-July 2009 period ... Indias tea import bill has shot up by 46% with Nepal, Vietnam and Argentina emerging as largest exporters of Indian tea during the January-July 2009 period. (India Times)
Golf has a tee time for 2016 Olympics Oct 10, 2009
Argentina is on the verge of missing out on. Landon Donovan expects the joint will be jumping at. (Yahoo News)
Study Examines Ethical Dilemmas Of Medical Tourism Oct 9, 2009
"The appeal of such packages is obvious: healthcare consumers need not worry about any of the practical details of their trip budgeting, travel arrangements or language barriers and can instead focus on obtaining quality medical services combined with a vacation. Non-accredited clinics in Argentina offer much more competitive prices for services in comparison with clinics in North America or Europe. For example, in vitro fertilization in the United States runs upwards of 10,000 U.S. per cycle of... (Science Daily)
Peru prepared for spoiler's role against Argentina Oct 9, 2009
Peru ready to be spoiler in WC quali vs. Argentina - Soccer - SI.com ... Peru ready to be spoiler in WC quali vs. Argentina ... BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) -- Peru is preparing to hand Argentina its most humiliating and damaging loss Saturday, leaving the Gauchos on the brink of missing next year's World Cup in South Africa. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Mabey and Johnson: Another Test Case for President Mills. Oct 9, 2009
Although in far away United States of America where the President and some key Ministers including the Information Minister, are attending the all important 64th UN-General Assembly where been able broker deals to strengthen Ghanas trade relations with other countries such as Argentina and Spain, as well as attract investments into the country, President J.E.A Mills, who some critics have tagged as slow and not been in full control of the affairs of the country, has already directed the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sept. 18 Cyber Trip: Area travel guides keep it simple Oct 9, 2009
Area also offers a valet trip-booking service to help users find personalized tours, promising hard-to-find experiences such as seating at Fashion Week in Paris or dove-shooting in Argentina. And if you decide not to ski at Chamonix or pick truffles in Italy, vignettes from luxurious valet trips past, now posted on the site, make great reading. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Boxer Whitfield lands new promoter Oct 8, 2009
For the Narvaez fight, Whitfield had to travel to his opponent's country, Argentina, and abide by a different set of rules. Whitfield, who lost in the 10th round by technical knockout, said he couldn't wear his own gloves and there was no governing body. (The Augusta Chronicle)
International Production Volume Generated by Traded TV Formats has Grown to EUR 9.3 Billion! Oct 7, 2009
14 countries (Argentina, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, The Netherlands, Spain, UK, USA and three Nordic countries, Denmark, Norway and Sweden) comprise the focus of the report. Formats like "Deal or No Deal", "Hole in the Wall" and "Lalola" travel around the world inspiring millions of people. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Impeach Sanford, but for right reasons Oct 7, 2009
In theory, people who ascend to such posts answer to higher authority; in practice, so long as they don't flout abuse of office by, say, flying off to Argentina for an illicit affair, the public generally accepts the axiom that rank has privileges. President Obama, for example, took heat for flying to Copenhagen last week to lobby on Chicago's behalf in the Windy City's Olympics bid. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Bush lays into the left at Americas summit but agrees concessions Oct 7, 2009
Castro himself was not invited to the summit, but several heavyweight regional governments who have moved closer to the communist island were present, among them Brazil, Argentina and Venezuela ... The US vision of free trade is frequently blamed by the left in Latin America for increasing poverty everywhere from the floundering Mexican countryside to Argentina's economic crash under external debt. (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
Comforts of home Oct 6, 2009
Sydney and Argentina are very similar ... That's why I love Sydney, it's so easy to find vegetarian food here; it's practically impossible in Argentina. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
