Saying that America is at a crossroads, President Obama outlined an evolving counterterrorism strategy aimed at threats that are lethal yet less capable, at threats to U.S. diplomatic and business interests abroad and at homegrown threats.
When Hugo Chávez came to power back in 1998, the national media in its different formats was a free one. But during the 14 years Chávez ruled the country, the Government moved into an informational hegemony aimed at monopolizing information and put it at the service of the “achievements” from the revolutionary process and the indoctrination of Venezuelan people.
Let’s be honest — if you want to go diving, it’s the Caribbean or bust. Whether it’s the unmatched sea life, easy access to dive sites or the sheer brilliance of the waters of the Caribbean Sea, the region is the top diving destination for a reason. Of course, there are some great places to stay when you’re not in the water. Here’s our list of the top 10 dive resorts in the Caribbean for 2013 (although it should be noted that all of these hotels are equally terrific for snorkeling). Is there one you think should be on the list? Let us know!
Sunset House – Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman is one of the Caribbean’s leading dive destinations, with almost 250 dive sites in total (and growing). Whether you’re heading to dive at the world-famous Stingray City or taking part in one of the resort’s night dives, it’s all here for divers at the hotel, which bills itself as “for divers, by divers.”
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ST. LUCIA – The Board of Governors of the Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) began a two-day meeting here with a warning to regional countries that, while they urgently need to address their fiscal and ...
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A sweeping immigration bill that would offer a chance of citizenship to millions living in the US illegally takes a stride forward in Congress.
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Venezuela's National Assembly backs plans to import 39 million rolls of toilet paper, in an effort to relieve a chronic shortage.
The Colombian rebel group Farc denies taking part in the kidnapping of two Spanish tourists in thenorth-east of the country last Friday.
Archaeologists in Mexico find 4,926 cave paintings in red, yellow, black and white in the north-eastern region of Burgos.
Space engineers in Ecuador are trying to establish if the country's only satellite has been damaged in a crash with space debris.
Ecuador's President, Rafael Correa, is sworn into office for an unprecedented third term in the capital, Quito.
Former Guatemalan President Alfonso is extradited to the United States, where he faces charges for laundering more than $70m in public funds.
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According to a press release, NUCO has been in business for more than 30 years in Puerto Rico and offers degrees in business administration, entrepreneurship, criminal justice, information technology and education.
Puerto Rico teacher, prison guard held for child porn
Business Standard San Juan, May 22 (IANS/EFE) A teacher and a prison guard were arrested in Puerto Rico in separate cases of child pornography, the US attorney in San Juan, Rosa Emilia Rodriguez, announced Tuesday. She said in a statement that educator Rigel Colon ... and more » |
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Puerto Rico's Carrion announces candidacy for IOC president
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Ricky Martin calls for gay rights law in Puerto Rico
Business Standard The letter, which was released by Martin's representatives in San Juan, was made public at a time when the bill has run into opposition by a group of lawmakers in the lower house, where it is now stuck after being approved by the Puerto Rican Senate ... and more » |
