Coke Campaign Sends Bloggers Around World Oct 23, 2009
In the first month, they'll go to 17 countries, including Venezuela, Brazil, Bolivia and Panama. It ends Dec. 31 at Coca-Cola headquarters in Atlanta. (Click2Houston, TX)
Societies don't have to be secular to be modern Oct 22, 2009
There have been reversals in important countries like Russia, where we see the return of a nasty authoritarian system without rule of law, or in Venezuela and some other Latin American countries with populist regimes. Clearly, that big surge toward democracy went as far as it could. (Christian Science Monitor)
Trade mission to Cuba builds on past success Oct 21, 2009
2 billion in agricultural products to a diverse array of countries, including Switzerland, China, Canada, Egypt, Germany, Malaysia, Portugal, The Netherlands, Venezuela and Indonesia. Counted among that group was the island nation of Cuba. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
'Best Experience in the World' Winner Vanishes Oct 16, 2009
Tourism Queensland said entries closed last Wednesday and were received from more than 150 countries around the world including Venezuela, Bosnia, Guatemala, Costa Rica and Trinidad. Related. (ABC News)
Venezuela begins takeover of Hilton-run hotel Oct 16, 2009
CARACAS, Venezuela President Hugo Chavez's government began taking over management of a Hilton-run hotel on Venezuela's Margarita Island on Wednesday ... Tourism Minister Pedro Morejon said a 20-year concession granted to the company has expired and the government "has taken legitimate control of an asset that belongs to all the people of Venezuela." ... Officials have not said how much Venezuela will pay in compensation, or when. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Ten national parks that make for the perfect holiday Oct 15, 2009
Some 105 miles from the Venezuelan coast is the Archipelago Los Roques National Park, Venezuela (Vargas) with 42 islands and sand banks with some of the worlds best preserved coral reefs, sandy beaches and water that ranges from dark blue to turquoise green. And stay in posadas which are small familyrun houses in rural areas. (India Times)
Energy crisis postponed, new gas rescues world... Oct 13, 2009
Iran, Nigeria, Venezuela et al face a budget crunch. Why comply when non-OPEC Russia is pumping at breakneck speed. (The Drudge Report)
* World News Quick Take Oct 12, 2009
The global police agency Interpol said on Saturday it issued a top red notice in a bid to capture a leading Colombian guerilla thought to have fled to Venezuela this week after escaping from prison. Quinchia Gustavo Anibal Giraldo, known as Pablito, is a central figure of the National Liberation Army (ELN) guerilla group. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Peru prepared for spoiler's role against Argentina Oct 9, 2009
Also on Saturday, Chile visits Colombia, Ecuador hosts Uruguay and Paraguay travels to Venezuela ... Then follows Ecuador with 23, Argentina with 22 and Uruguay and Venezuela with 21 ... In six World Cup qualifiers under Maradona, Argentina has won only two, scoring six goals - including a 4-0 win over Venezuela. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Honduran leaders find allies in GOP Oct 9, 2009
They maintain they are trying to prevent the spread of a leftist, anti-American ideology promoted by Venezuela s leader, Hugo Chvez - a close ally of Zelaya s.. We ve seen these power-hungry leaders of South and Central America take command and never let go. (Boston Globe)
Huge ship, mountain fort may up Haiti tourism Oct 8, 2009
Haitian Tourism Minister Patrick Delatour said the government recently signed a deal with Venezuela for an international airport, Haiti's second, in Cap-Haitien, its second-largest city ... From beach to fortressDelatour said Haiti was now finalizing a $30 million loan from Venezuela to build the terminal and tarmac of a new airport in Cap-Haitien. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Bush lays into the left at Americas summit but agrees concessions Oct 7, 2009
The US president railed against Fidel Castro in his speech, admonished several other left-leaning governments, including Venezuela and Bolivia, and urged a ban on countries deemed corrupt from attending future summits ... 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 ... Venezuela's president Hugo Chavez called for a "new moral architecture" in the... (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
Red Sox’ Gonzalez gets good report on hand Oct 4, 2009
He hit a grand slam for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic, but he had never hit one, even in the minors - as he did not count the WBC slam toward his career total. Anderson had his best day since he joined the Sox, going 3 for 3 with a home run over the Green Monster and three RBIs. (Boston Globe)
Juneau teacher wins fellowship to study abroad Oct 3, 2009
Innovative teaching methods like that have helped Heagy, a music teacher and librarian at Glacier Valley Elementary School since 2002 and former Juneau Community Charter School teacher, become one of 10 musicians awarded a yearlong international Abreu fellowship at New England Conservatory to study "El Sistema," a music education program that originated in Venezuela and focuses on serving at-risk youth or under-served populations ... In her first semester in the program, Heagy will be in Boston... (Juneau Empire)
‘Era of engagement’ includes Cuba Oct 2, 2009
Russia, China, Vietnam and Venezuela extend generous credit terms, and the European Union, Latin America and Canada trade and dialogue with the island. Speaking at the U.N. earlier this week, Cuba s foreign minister, Bruno Rodriguez, made clear the terms on which Cuba is willing to come to the table for a respectful, arm s length dialogue with the United States, without overshadowing our independence, sovereignty and self-determination. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Several Navy Lacrosse Players Benefit From Summer Experiences Oct 2, 2009
I spent two and a half weeks in Venezuela on a missions trip with the Campus Crusade for Christ here at the Academy. We worked with college students in Maracaibo, Venezuela, and shared our faith with them. (Patriotleague.com)
AirTran adding flights to winter escapes Oct 1, 2009
Starting on Dec. 19, AirTran will add a nonstop Saturday-only flight between Atlanta and Aruba in the Netherlands Antilles island chain, just off the coast of Venezuela, South America (with Bonaire and Curacao). Passport is required for U.S. citizens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
The One Thing Iran Is Actually Afraid Of Sep 30, 2009
An economic boycott can be circumvented, after all, with the help of Venezuela or maybe the Russian mafia, and an attack on Iranian soil might help the regime once again consolidate power. By contrast, a sustained and well-funded human rights campaign must be a truly terrifying prospect. (Slate)
Wheres proof of Obamas birth place? Sep 30, 2009
DR wrote on Sep 29, 2009 12:23 PM:" When you look at the nutjobs that run places like Iran, Venezuela, Libya, N. Korea, etc, The nutty left thinks you can sweet talk these people and make them play nice. Obama has proven that he has nothing on his mind but HC reform. He cant control the dictators, so he'll settle for Socialism in the USA. He wants to bully us, but let those nutjobs threaten Israel and the US, and oh Europe too. That is cool with Obama, his agenda is not the security of the US,... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
U.S. beats Cuba 10-5 to win baseball World Cup Sep 30, 2009
The U.S. team, consisting entirely of Triple-A and Double-A players, finished with 14 straight wins after opening the competition with a loss to Venezuela. "It was a difficult loss and the players took it to heart and we just regrouped and did some different things and everything else is obviously indicative," U.S. manager Eddie Rodriguez said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Tim VickeryINSIDE SOCCER Sep 30, 2009
Venezuela is now taken seriously for the first time ... Of its eight away games, the only win came in the first, against Venezuela. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Hostage's video plea released in Colombia Sep 26, 2009
The guerrilla group operates mostly in Colombia but has carried out extortion, kidnappings and other activities in Venezuela, Panama and Ecuador, analysts say. Share this on. (CNN -- World)
BASEBALL AMERICALed by Rangers prospect Justin Smoak, Team USA's had a fine showing at baseball's World Cup. Sep 26, 2009
It was the club's 12th straight victory after a Cup-opening loss to Venezuela. It made Team USA the favorite and was another sign of the parity that has come to international baseball. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
LETTER: President's allegianceis to the 'radical left' Sep 25, 2009
Communist Hugo Chavez of Venezuela is currently in the process of removing all radio and TV stations in his country that are critical of him. It is more and more apparent to me that while Obama might have run under the Democratic label, the radicals which he is surrounding himself with, leave little doubt of his hidden racism, as well as his final allegiance to the radical left. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Oil rebounds above $66 a barrel Sep 25, 2009
Separately, President of OPEC nation Venezuela Hugo Chavez said on Thursday he expected oil prices to stabilise at a level of at least $80 a barrel by early next year. Economic data on tap for Friday includes US durable goods orders for August, Reuters and University of Michigan consumer sentiment for September and US new home sales data for August. (India Times)
THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN: Who are wimps in today's world? Sep 24, 2009
"The first rule of warfare is: 'Take the high ground.' Even the simplest Taliban fighter knows that," said David Rothkopf, energy consultant and author of "Superclass." "The strategic high ground in the world -- whether it is in the Middle East or vis-a-vis difficult countries like Russia and Venezuela -- is to be less dependent on oil. And yet, we simply refuse to seize it." ... Such a tax would make our national security healthier by shrinking our dependence on oil from countries that have... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Sizing up the catching prospects Sep 22, 2009
The native of Venezuela is a switch hitter with a plus hit tool and developing power. Though Telis stands just about 5-foot-9, his body is filling out and he is already showing some pop. Telis was outstanding with the AZL Rangers this year, but he really opened eyes after going 8-for-20 with a double and two homers during a late-season stint in Spokane. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
Miss Universe celebrates historic win in Venezuela Sep 20, 2009
Miss Universe 2009 Venezuelan Stefania Fernandez smiles during a Press conference in Caracas, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos) The newly crowned Miss Universe returned to her native Venezuela on Saturday to celebrate her historic selection, saying the nation would go for its third consecutive win at next year's pageant ... "Nothing is impossible, Venezuela!" she said, stepping off the plane in a blue dress and sparkling crown. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Cuba gears up for mega-concert Sep 19, 2009
The first concert in March 2008 drew tens of thousands to the border between Venezuela and Colombia when tensions between the two countries were high over a Colombian commando raid into neighboring Ecuador to kill a leading rebel commander. Juanes has promised the afternoon concert in Cuba will be about music, not politics, but such sentiments are nearly impossible here. (MSNBC -- Music)
Hockey makes return to Fresno Sep 17, 2009
Team USA, receiving major contributions from ex-Valley prep stars, registered two run-rule victories at the Pan American qualifier Tuesday in Maracay, Venezuela. Selma's Andrea Duran and Bakersfield's Megan Langenfield, both of whom played college at UCLA, combined to go 7 for 11 with seven runs and seven RBIs as the U.S. beat El Salvador 11-0 and the Dominican Republic 15-0. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
12 comments Sep 16, 2009
The Stakes in Honduras - HUMAN EVENTS. The Stakes in Honduras by 09/15/2009. (Human Events Online)
The Stakes in Honduras Sep 15, 2009
That Obama doesn't know what he's doing. snapped Honduran foreign minister Enrique Ortez on July, 4. (Human Events Online)
A world on steroids is not an answer Sep 15, 2009
But they will bounce back in 2010 when, with the exception of a few stragglers like Greece, Spain, Hungary and Venezuela, all are expected to register positive growth. That's a far cry from the apocalypse doomsayers had predicted back in September 2008. (India Times)
Obama's Anger Weakens Him, and Us Sep 14, 2009
Ahmadinejad s hand is enormously strengthened by the quasi-public statements from Russia and China disparaging further UN sanctions on Iran, and by Venezuela s Hugo Chavez s recent promise to export about 20,000 barrels of refined gasoline to Iran daily. The only prospective economic sanction against Iran -- a ban on gasoline shipments from Europe to Iran, which lacks significant refinery capacity -- is now moot. (Human Events Online)
Pfizer fined 17 million dollars by Venezuela Sep 14, 2009
Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. Most Blogged - Top Stories. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Quake Rattles Venezuelas Capital Sep 14, 2009
Quake Rattles Venezuelas Capital. Quake Rattles Venezuelas Capital More than 100 people were injured when an earthquake rocked Venezuelas capital and surrounding states ... CARACAS, Venezuela (September 13, 2009)--At least 14 people were injured by an estimated 6. (KWTX.com, TX)
Protest too far? Sep 12, 2009
Page last updated at 12:05 GMT, Friday, 11 September 2009 13:05 UK. Who are the English Defence League. (BBC News -- UK)
EU delegation on Zimbabwe visit Sep 12, 2009
Venezuela to get Russian missiles. Warhol art collection is stolen. (BBC News -- Africa)
Afghan journalists criticise raid Sep 12, 2009
Page last updated at 10:39 GMT, Friday, 11 September 2009 11:39 UK. It remains unclear who fired the shot that killed Mr Munadi. (BBC News -- South Asia)
India lets Kashmir leader travel Sep 12, 2009
Venezuela to get Russian missiles. Chinese syringe attackers jailed. (Yahoo News -- Kashmir Dispute)
WEF ranks US among most economically unstable nations Sep 8, 2009
The United States also scored badly for the soundness of its banks, in 108th place, just ahead of Venezuela, Serbia and Vietnam. Like the United States, the banking industries of Britain, Ireland and Iceland brought up the rear, as their financial centres all suffered in the crisis. (India Times)
On Your Mind Sep 7, 2009
Smells of Venezuela and Hugo Chavez (Lloyd s hero and model), silencing his opposition ... I think Cheney should apply for political asylum while he still can in countries like Somalia, Yemen, Cuba, Venezuela and Saudi Arabia ... Will we wake up one morning to find ourselves in another Venezuela, Cuba, or the old Soviet Union. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Bailout Nation: Obama and Congress Get F in Economics Sep 7, 2009
Venezuela comes to mind. Cut the size of the federal government by 40% by transferring its social and wealth-redistribution programs to the states. (Human Events Online)
US halts aid over Honduras coup Sep 4, 2009
Page last updated at 00:53 GMT, Friday, 4 September 2009 01:53 UK. Honduras could lose $200m as a result of the US decision. (BBC News -- Americas)
BP's giant oil find eases US anxiety Sep 3, 2009
The Gulf of Mexico has become increasingly important to Western oil majors as oil rich-countries such as Saudi Arabia, Venezuela and Russia reserve their richest fields to be developed by their state-owned oil companies. The Gulf of Mexico is especially attractive because it offers high profit margins, due to relatively low taxation compared to countries such as Russia and Nigeria, and because of the low political risk. (India Times)
Random Walk: On Apologies, Chavistas, Ethics, Michelle's Staff, Etc. Sep 3, 2009
-- Hugo Chavez' Venezuela has become a center for the transshipment of narcotics throughout the hemisphere. Is it any wonder Chavez seeks the re-installation of his disciple Manuel Zelaya, the ousted president of Honduras, to establish Honduras as Central America's leading narco-state. (Townhall.com)
TAM Files Amended 2007 Annual Report Sep 3, 2009
(PRNewsFoto/TAM) SAO PAULO, BRAZIL BRAZIL. SAO PAULO, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TAM (BOVESPA: TAMM4, NYSE: ) announced that it has filed an amended annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2007 (the 2007 Amended Annual Report) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC). (PR Newswire)
Oil above $68 on US stockdraw Sep 2, 2009
OPEC supply in August rose for a fourth consecutive month as Saudi Arabia, Nigeria and Venezuela increased their production, taking overall output discipline to 68 percent of the target from a revised 70 percent in July. Read business stories in. (India Times)
U.S., Cuba to Start Direct Mail Talks Sep 2, 2009
Then, there is special delivery to Venezuela, Iran, Syria, where else. by thesevenveils September 1, 2009 4:32 PM EDT. (CBS News)
'Miss Universe rigged to favour Venezuela' Aug 31, 2009
Miss Universe rigged in Venezuela's favour: former Miss Brazil- ET Cetera-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times ... Miss Universe rigged in Venezuela's favour: former Miss Brazil31 Aug 2009, 1108 hrs IST, IANS ... SAO PAULO: Former Miss Brazil Adalgisa Colombo has said that this year's Miss Universe pageant, which was won by Miss Venezuela Stefania Fernandez, was "rigged" in favour of Venezuela that has taken the last two titles. (India Times)
Vikings' Pinske to play for Canadian Senior National Team Aug 30, 2009
Also participating in that tournament are Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and Venezuela. "What a great opportunity and experience it's going to be for her," said Western coach , who grew up in Penticton, B.C. "I understand that it had to do a lot with her work ethic, which has always been outstanding.". (Wwuvikings.com)
South American Summit Assails U.S.-Colombia Accord as Obama's Appeal Wanes Aug 29, 2009
Earlier, Venezuelan President said that Colombias plan to let the U.S. military operate anti-drug flights from seven Colombian bases was part of a strategy to dominate the region. The summit today, broadcast live on television across the continent, underscored how tense relations between Colombia and neighboring Ecuador and Venezuela have grown as Colombia pursues stronger military, trade and political ties with the U.S., a country that Chavez claims has pushed for his overthrow ... Uribe... (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Former Cardinal Rosenberg Named to USA Baseball's World Cup Roster Aug 29, 2009
The U.S. will kick off World Cup play on Sept. 10 in Regensburg, Germany in Pool E and will be joined by China, Germany and Venezuela. In addition to Regensburg, the World Cup will also feature first round pool play in Barcelona; Prague; Sundbyburg, Sweden; and Zagreb, Croatia. (Uoflsports.com)
Incredible Grub Aug 29, 2009
There's quality caffeine (smooth mountain-grown coffee from Venezuela) and all the wireless access you can use, assuming you can find a seat in this popular hangout. A hot spot indeed. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
10 Maya foods that changed the world Aug 28, 2009
(camote) Sweet potatoes are native to the tropics from the Yucat;n to Venezuela, and the Maya domesticated the plant at least 5,000 years ago. By 2500 B.C., sweet potatoes had spread throughout the Caribbean and South America. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Officials: U.S. Drone Kills 6 in Pakistan Aug 28, 2009
seems like a great idea until President Chavez of Venezuela makes noise about stationing of US TROOPS in Columbia ... The same kind of technology flying over the jungles of Columbia should NOT BE SEEING FARC and Venezuelan military cooperation in the shipment and production of illegal drugs to the US.. (CBS News -- World)
CIA Program: Reckless or Tightly Governed? Aug 27, 2009
" Funny how the "rule of law" means nothing to the war-mongers, when their own personal agenda is opposed by it. by stevex47 Augus 00004000 t 26, 2009 2:00 PM EDT Um, lets enter reality here...the boosh gang didn't govern ANYTHING tightly or loosely, reckless and incompetent was their only way of opereating. by calgal4 August 26, 2009 2:03 PM EDT I'm wondering how the people who carried out these tortures are able to live with themselves. I'd go AWOL before I'd harm another person deliberately!... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Continue reading Aug 27, 2009
Duran excels in Pan Am games in Venezuela ... Duran, who played college softball at UCLA, helped the team win a gold medal with a 3-1 victory over Canada in the Pan American Qualifier games in Venezuela from July 31 to Aug. 9. (Selma Enterprise, CA)
Mitsubishi suspends Venezuela plant Aug 25, 2009
Mitsubishi suspends operations in Venezuela- International Business-News-The Economic Times ... Mitsubishi suspends operations in Venezuela25 Aug 2009, 1138 hrs IST, IANS ... CARACAS: Mitsubishi Motors Corp., which assembles Mitsubishi, Hyundai and FUSO vehicles in Venezuela, has suspended its operations in the South American nation due to the low productivity of its plant in the eastern city of Barcelona. (India Times)
Click to read: Jennifer Sanford's Friends Speak Out Aug 25, 2009
Jennifer Sanford's Friends Speak Out - The Early Show - CBS News. Jennifer Sanford's Friends Speak Out. (CBS News -- Early Show)
New Unit Will Question Key Terror Suspects Aug 25, 2009
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2009. Washington Post: President Obama Shifts Interrogation Oversight From the CIA to the White House. (CBS News -- US)
Venezuela repeats at Miss Universe contest Aug 24, 2009
Miss Venezuela Stefania Fernandez, left, reacts as Miss Universe 2008 Dayana Mendoza, also of Venezuela, places the Miss Universe 2009 sash on her at the end of the Miss Universe beauty pageant in Nassau, Bahamas, Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Andres Leighton) Miss Venezuela was the fairest of them all once again, winning the 2009 Miss Universe crown for the second year straight and the sixth time since the pageant's creation ... The crown briefly fell to the floor as it passed from one... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Rachael Finch misses out on Miss Universe Aug 24, 2009
Miss Australia Rachael Finch has been declared third runner-up in the Miss Universe 2009 pageant behind Miss Kosovo, Miss Dominican Republic and the winner, Miss Venezuela ... The Australian brunette beauty was among the final 10 beauty contestants, joining entrants from Puerto Rico, the Czech Republic, the Dominican Republic, Kosovo, France, Switzerland, South Africa, Venezuela and the US, who paraded in evening gowns at the Paradise Island Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas ... " The Australian... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Latinas, Asians lead Miss Universe poll Aug 23, 2009
Reigning Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza hails from Caracas, Venezuela. Contest officials closed a comment section of the online poll because more than 50,000 submissions were recorded in the first couple of days. (India Times)
Recreation Calendar 8/20 Aug 21, 2009
Duran (Selma High) then went 1 for 4 with a double in Team USA's 10-0 shutout of Venezuela. Football camp this weekend. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
