Many Bailed Out Execs Flee Before Pay Cuts Oct 24, 2009
Might want to try Argentina it worked for the Nazis. by stuart-johns2 October 23, 2009 12:27 PM EDT. (CBS News -- US)
Last Uruguayan Dictator Sentenced to 25 Years Oct 23, 2009
He was accused in the disappearance of dozens of Uruguayan political prisoners seized in neighboring Argentina and secretly returned home as part of an operation that saw South America's right-wing regimes cooperate to crush dissent ... About 150 Uruguayans disappeared in the secret flights from Argentina in the late 1970s and an additional 29 people went missing in Uruguay, according to a commission of families of the detained and missing. (Time.com)
Gov. Mark Sanford Oct 23, 2009
On Wednesday, June 24, 2009 Sanford admitted to being unfaithful to his wife, and stated in a press conference that this was the reason he was in Argentina for Father's Day instead of at home with his family. Sanford's five-day excusion in Argentina was made without clearly notifying his staff or Lt. Governor Andre Bauer and prompted investigations on his possible misuse of state funds. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
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)
Glover leads by 2 at PGA Grand Slam of Golf Oct 21, 2009
"I didn't know what to expect. I didn't exactly burn up the driving range last week but I'm very pleased. I knocked in a bunch of putts."I didn't hole much at the Presidents Cup so I was pretty excited to see some go in," Glover added, referring to the Ryder Cup-style team competition won by the United States against the Internationals in San Francisco this month.Fellow American and British Open champion opened with a 67 at Port Royal while Masters winner of Argentina carded a 70.South Korean... (ESPN -- Golf)
The Perils Of A Debtor Nation Oct 20, 2009
Of course, the Obama team could take a lesson from Argentina, which defaulted on its debts eight years ago and nevertheless is headed back into the market, to borrow money from lenders eager to increase their returns and afflicted with memory loss. P.T. Barnum, the great circus impresario, said, "There's a sucker born every minute," although it is not certain that he had international bankers in mind, since an annual sucker-birth rate of 525,600 might have to include more than leading bankers. (CBS News)
Laptop for every pupil in Uruguay Oct 17, 2009
Mr Brechner said that Rwanda, Haiti, El Salvador, Paraguay, some provinces in Argentina and Colombia have been in touch although they have not yet decided to contract their services. "We would help them with tenders, planning, evaluation, which software to use, how to spread the word, training, all the "know how" we have developed. We don't have a manual. It?s a culture shock scenario - many countries are simply too scared to put it into practice.". (BBC News -- Americas)
UN backs Gaza 'war crimes' report Oct 17, 2009
GOLDSTONE REPORT VOTE For: Argentina, Brazil, China, Russia and 21 others Against: US, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Slovakia and Ukraine Abstentions: Belgium, Bosnia, Burkina-Faso, Cameroon, Gabon, Japan, Mexico, Norway, South Korea, Slovenia and Uruguay No vote: UK, France and 3 others. The Palestinian Authority initially backed deferring a vote, but changed its position after domestic criticism. (BBC News -- Africa)
Obama, Washington ready to pander to older voters Oct 16, 2009
We re looking more like Argentina with each speech from Obamita from his very own Casa Rosada. jconservative. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Botswana's Voters May Stick With Ruling Party Amid Worst Economic Crisis Oct 15, 2009
The BDP has overseen the transformation of Botswana from a poor, cattle-herding society into the success story of Africa with a gross domestic product close to that of Mexico and Argentina. It has also presided over this years slump, when the closure of the diamond mines because of tumbling global demand will knock about 10. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Chile fans to flock stadium to give thanks to Bielsa Oct 13, 2009
Bielsa, who took charge of Chile in August 2007, has also achieved several firsts: a first competitive victory over Argentina, a first win against Peru in Lima in 24 years and a first victory against Paraguay in Asuncion in 28 years. The Argentines methodical coaching and penchant for discipline have had a profound effect on Chiles team and beyond, his coaching concepts having transcended sport into the realms of business and politics. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
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)
Leader sees chance for N. Korea talks Oct 11, 2009
ARGENTINA President signs media legislation BUENOS AIRES - Argentina s Senate overwhelmingly approved yesterday a law that will transform the nation s media landscape, and President Cristina Fernandez quickly signed it. The law marks the end of dictatorship-era rules that enabled a few companies to dominate Argentine media. (Boston Globe)
Gore Vidals United States of Fury, Johann Hari, The Independent Oct 9, 2009
Soon the country will be ranked "somewhere between Brazil and Argentina, where it belongs." The Empire will collapse militarily in Afghanistan; the nation will collapse internally when Obama is broken "by the madhouse" and the Chinese call in the country's debts. A ruined United States will then be "the Yellow Man's Burden", and "they'll have us running the coolie cars, or whatever it is they have in the way of transport". (Harper's Magazine)
Josephine Baker's rainbow tribe Oct 8, 2009
Then he says that he'd like to return to Argentina. And then, later, he says that he feels very comfortable in Finland, where he has family. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
OUR VIEW: Terrorist bomb plot comes to the prairie Oct 6, 2009
Bush was considered less trustworthy than former head of the KGB not only in Russia but in Argentina, Mexico, Britain, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey and South Korea. According to a report in the Guardian, of Britain, among the French, 75 percent said their view of the United States had gotten worse or much worse since Bush became president. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
* World News Quick Take Oct 6, 2009
ARGENTINA Nation mourns singer. President Cristina Kirchner on Sunday ordered an official period of mourning for folk singer Mercedes Sosa, who died on Sunday in Buenos Aires after falling seriously ill with a liver ailment earlier in the week. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
And the celebrating went on long into the evening Oct 4, 2009
BTW how much did it cost the taxpayers to send the Bush twins to Argentina to run naked through that hotel corridor. Taxpayer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
When Winnie the Pooh meets the prophets of gloom Oct 3, 2009
Is it because, as Margaret Thatcher said when she went to war against Argentina, "it is exciting to have a real crisis on your hands when you have spent half your political life dealing with humdrum issues like the environment". No.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Menem charged over bomb inquiry Oct 2, 2009
He has accused Iran of involvement in the attack - the worst in Argentina since World War II.. The Argentine Jewish community is the largest in Latin America. (BBC News -- Americas)
In Honduras, Etc.: Pas d'Ennemis a Gauche Oct 2, 2009
THE OBAMA administration joined a multitude of marxian regimes in "the international community" - including those in Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Bolivia, Ecuador, Brazil, and Argentina - in going ballistic. Jimmy Carter and his election-monitoring Carter Center went nuts. (Townhall.com)
S American leaders in bank deal Sep 30, 2009
Venezuela, Argentina, Bolivia, Uruguay, Paraguay, Brazil and Ecuador will create a start-up fund for the bank. It was unclear how much of the $20bn (12. (BBC News -- Americas)
Britain's fiscal emergency: Deflating the state Sep 25, 2009
What bond investors fear is not that Britain will default on its debt, like Argentina, but that it may be tempted, in time, to inflate its way out of trouble. So it is important for a new government to set out a credible plan for mending the public finances over the life of the next parliament, moving as fast as is feasible once economic recovery is solid. (The Economist)
Brazil's Lula Defends Iran's Ahmadinejad, Plans Visit to Tehran Next Year Sep 24, 2009
In neighboring Argentina, President been pushing Iran to hand over five former officials wanted for the 1994 bombing of a Jewish community center that killed 85 people ... Iranian-backed terrorist groups such as Hezbollah have been increasing money laundering in the border area between Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, , the head of the U.S. Southern Command, warned in April. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Q&A: The G20 summit Sep 23, 2009
Full membership of the G20: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom, the US and the EU.. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Business)
ITV news show scoops Emmy Sep 23, 2009
Dispatches was also up against a programme about child slaves from Germany and a documentary about child trafficking in Argentina. The other 10 categories include arts programming, drama series, non-scripted entertainment and TV movie/mini-series. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
* Arias to meet Honduras presidential candidates to discuss Zelayas return Sep 16, 2009
On Monday, Brazil, Argentina and Mexico refused to accept the participation of the Honduran ambassador at a meeting of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva because he is not from Zelayas government. This story has been viewed 275 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Honduran presidential hopefuls to meet mediator Sep 15, 2009
On Monday, Brazil, Argentina and Mexico refused to accept the participation of the Honduran ambassador at a meeting of the U.N. Human Rights Council in Geneva because he is not from Zelaya's government. Belgium Ambassador Alex Van Meeuwen, who presides at the U.N. rights council, said he would seek to clarify whether Urbizo is allowed to represent Honduras in the council. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Honduras envoy says "ordered out" of U.N. rights body Sep 15, 2009
Brazil, Argentina say envoy represents illegal government ... The dramatic scenes came after Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Cuba insisted that Delmer Urbizo, who has served as ambassador in Geneva for three years, could not stay unless he was approved by ousted Honduran president Manuel Zelaya ... Argentina's President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner speaks during a news conference about the media and broadcasting reform bill sponsored by the government in Buenos Aires September 14, 2009. (AlertNet)
Can you 'nationalize' football? Bolivia's President wants to Sep 12, 2009
Despite Bolivia's poor play in qualifying, it managed to humiliate Argentina 6-1 in a match on April 1 in La Paz. Argentina coach Diego Maradona blamed the loss partially on the altitude, though earlier he was a strong defender to Bolivia's right to play its matches in the thin air of La Paz. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Health tab still too costly for me Sep 11, 2009
This after Ahmadinejad appointed as defense minister a man wanted in Argentina for bombing a Jewish community center that killed 85 in 1984. They want to talk because they know the U.N. is a house puppy it threatens more sanctions after Iran has defied three sets already and the Obama administration wont strike while engaged in talk. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
India's rain bringscrop of doubt Sep 10, 2009
Parts of the United States, China, Australia, Cambodia, Argentina, Kenya and Somalia are reeling under its effects - the difference being only in their ability to cope. Even in Europe, television pictures show townspeople, driven to distress by temperatures in the 40s Celsius, using public fountains to cool down. (Asia Times Online)
* Former Brazilian president says war on drugs has failed Sep 7, 2009
Cardoso, a sociologist, said Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, Bolivia and Ecuador had all now taken steps toward drug law liberalization and that change was imminent in Brazil. The way forward worldwide would involve a strategy of reaching out, patiently and persistently, to the users and not the continued waging of a misguided and counterproductive war that makes the users, rather than the drug lords, the primary victims, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
FOREIGN MATTERS Will Iran's reform movement persist? Sep 6, 2009
When Argentina expressed its outrage at the nomination, the Iran Foreign Ministry told Argentina's ambassador to keep his nose out of Iran's internal affairs. On Tuesday, Iran's parliament voiced support for Vahidi. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Shirakawa Says G-20 Needs `Credible' Exit Strategy From Stimulus Policies Sep 6, 2009
The G-20 nations include Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, the U.S., the U.K. and the European Union. To contact the reporter on this story: in Tokyo at. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Alleged bomber now Iran minister Sep 4, 2009
Sought in ArgentinaThe most defiant message parliament sent was its overwhelming support for Ahmad Vahidi as defense minister ... Lawmakers chanted "Allahu Akbar, or "God is great," as parliament speaker Ali Larijani announced the vote for Vahidi. Among the 286 lawmakers who attended, Vahidi received 227 votes the most of any of the proposed ministers. Argentina on Thursday called it an affront to Argentine justice and to the 85 victims of the attack. "We reiterate once again that his... (MSNBC -- International)
Update II: GOP senators plan move to stop health care reform in Georgia Sep 4, 2009
Then he was caught in a love affair in Argentina. I wonder what these two senators will be caught in. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
AP: Iran Assembly Approves Most of Hard-line Cabinet Sep 4, 2009
Vahidi is one of five prominent Iranians sought by Argentina in the bombing ... Among the 286 lawmakers attending the open session, Vahidi received 227 votes - the biggest show of support for any of the proposed ministers in a clear political snub against Argentina and other nations. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Colombian House OKs vote on Uribe third term Sep 3, 2009
Uribe became ill after attending a summit in Argentina on Friday. He is the second Latin American leader to contract swine flu. (CNN -- World)
TRUDY RUBIN: U.S. should ease pressure on Iran Sep 3, 2009
But Iranian lawmakers also sent a message of defiance to the world community - displaying strong support for President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's nominee for defense minister even though he is wanted by Argentina for the bombing of a Jewish community center in 1994 that killed 85 people. Some parliament members cried "Death to Israel" as the prospective defense minister, Gen. Ahmad Vahidi, addressed the chamber on the eve of a vote for all of Ahmadinejad's selections for his 21-seat cabinet. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
* Iran opens door for dialogue on nuclear program Sep 3, 2009
But Iranian lawmakers also sent a message of defiance to the world community X displaying strong support for Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejads nominee for defense minister, even though he is wanted by Argentina for the bombing of a Jewish community center in 1994 that killed 85 people. Some parliament members cried Death to Israel as the prospective defense minister, General Ahmad Vahidi, addressed the chamber on the eve of a vote for all of Ahmadinejads selections for his 21-seat... (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Colombia's Lower House OKs Re-Election Bill Sep 2, 2009
Aug. 28: Colombia's President Alvaro Uribe at the UNASUR summit in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina. BOGOTA Colombia's lower House approved a bill calling for a referendum on whether to change the constitution to allow President Alvaro Uribe to run for a third consecutive term. (Fox News)
Negotiator: Iran ready for nuke talks Sep 2, 2009
Despite the suggestion of possible international cooperation, parliament sent a defiant message to the world by supporting President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's nominee for defense minister, who is under an international arrest warrant for the 1994 bombing of a Jewish center in Argentina that killed 85 people ... His nomination has already drawn an outcry from Argentina and Jewish groups ... Vahidi is one of five prominent Iranians sought by Argentina in the bombing, which killed 85 people. (MSNBC -- International)
Ahmadinejad battles for his cabinet Sep 2, 2009
His nominations include three women for key posts, as well as a potential defense minister, Ahmad Vahidi, who is wanted by Interpol in connection with a 1994 bombing in Argentina that killed 85 people. Parliamentarians are divided over proposed intelligence minister Heydar Moslehi, who has said he would adopt "an aggressive approach ... towards the enemies' soft and hard plots, and threats", as reported by Dawn newspaper. (Asia Times Online)
Cheney: CIA Abuse Probe a Political Act Aug 31, 2009
" the old whipping block, the torture chamber, women and girls used for base desires. oh well, i guess things don't change much in the land of the republicans. by jaslet101 August 30, 2009 1:56 PM EDT There is no doubt that Obama is doing this for political cover. His approval ratings are dropping like a rock, way faster than Bush's ever thought of doing this early. His policies suck and are facing huge backlash from the public. So what he does is he goes and brings the issue back to the Bush... (CBS News)
Tango therapy Aug 30, 2009
As Argentina deals with its latest economic crisis, Candace Piette admires the tango industry's ability to survive through good times and bad. Tango is about national identity and every note of its music, every gesture of the dance, contains within it their history. (BBC News -- Americas)
South American Summit Assails U.S.-Colombia Accord as Obama's Appeal Wanes Aug 29, 2009
Ecuadorean President led a call at todays summit in Argentina for a meeting with President to discuss the planned military buildup in Colombia. 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. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Chile, Bolivia Discuss Access To Pacific Aug 28, 2009
BARILOCHE, Argentina, Aug. 28, 2009. Chile, Bolivia Discuss Access To Pacific. (CBS News -- World)
South America Summit to Assail U.S.-Colombia Pact as Obama's Appeal Wanes Aug 28, 2009
Aug. 28 (Bloomberg) -- South American leaders gather in Argentina today to vent criticism of a planned U.S. military buildup in Colombia, a move threatening to spoil President s bid to repair frayed ties with the region ... He has asked Argentina to televise the proceedings, where he plans to demand discussion of the growing regional influence of other powers. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Bauer asks Sanford to resign Aug 28, 2009
Sanford has come under scrutiny since he returned from a nearly weeklong disappearance in June to admit he had been in Argentina visiting his mistress. His staff had been led to believe he was hiking the Appalachian Trail. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Timmerman: Clinton Fundraiser Faces Fraud Charges Aug 27, 2009
President Clinton nominated him in 1999 to be U.S. ambassador to Argentina but eventually withdrew his nomination after a former partner raised allegations of business improprieties. He also has given money to the Clinton Foundation. (Newsmax)
Sanford Refuses to Quit as Pressure Mounts Aug 27, 2009
Sanford has come under scrutiny since he returned from a nearly weeklong disappearance in June to admit he had been in Argentina visiting his mistress ... He acknowledged visiting her in Argentina during a 2008 trade mission planned by the state's Commerce Department and, after the publicity in June, reimbursed the state $3,300 for part of the trip. (Newsmax)
Gov. Sanford says hes staying in office Aug 27, 2009
Use of state planesSanford has come under scrutiny since he returned from a nearly weeklong disappearance in June to admit he had been in Argentina visiting his mistress ... He acknowledged visiting her in Argentina during a 2008 trade mission planned by the state's Commerce Department and, after the publicity in June, reimbursed the state $3,300 for part of the trip. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Anger at UK file-sharing policy Aug 26, 2009
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U.S. to reduce visa services in Honduras... Aug 26, 2009
They included ministers from Argentina, Canada, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama and the Dominican Republic. Micheletti said his country could survive any economic sanctions imposed over his refusal to allow Zelaya's return. (The Drudge Report)
Iran summons top Argentine diplomat Aug 26, 2009
Iran summons Argentina's top diplomat in Tehran. Argentina and Jewish groups protested nomination of Iran's defense minister ... TEHRAN, Iran (CNN) -- Iran summoned Argentina's top diplomat in Tehran on Monday after the country complained about the nomination of a man who has been linked to a 1994 terrorist bombing in Buenos Aires, Iranian media have reported. (CNN -- World)
OAS mission ends without breakthrough Aug 26, 2009
Nevertheless, the mission, which included foreign ministers from Costa Rica, Panama, Mexico, Argentina, Jamaica and Dominican Republic, insisted that San Jose Accord should provide an "immediate, balanced and viable path to restore the democratic order in Honduras.". The mission arrived in Honduras on Monday amid a taxi drivers' protest demanding the payment of a bonus by the Honduran interim government. (Xinhuanet, China)
Toothbrush tache Aug 26, 2009
Page last updated at 11:01 GMT, Tuesday, 25 August 2009 12:01 UK. Is wearing a 'Hitler moustache' a good idea. (BBC News -- UK)
* Key committee backs Iran defense chief nomination Aug 25, 2009
The head of an influential committee in the Iranian parliament said he believed the nominee for defense minister would be approved despite accusations he was involved in the 1994 bombing of a Jewish cultural center in Argentina, the official IRNA news agency reported on Sunday ... His nomination last week by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad angered Argentina, which accuses him of playing a key role in the Buenos Aires bombing ... Vahidi is one of five prominent Iranians sought by Argentina... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
* Rafsanjani calls for unity, supports Iranian leader Aug 24, 2009
Argentina accuses Vahidi of involvement in planning the attack. Iran has repeatedly denied any link to the bombing. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
* Iranian defense minister-elect wanted for bombing Aug 23, 2009
Nisman has led the investigation into the July 18, 1994, bombing X Argentinas bloodiest terrorist attack ... He said that Vahidi was never in Argentina ... The president of the Jewish cultural center in Buenos Aires, Guillermo Borger, told Argentinas Jewish News Agency on Friday that we are completely surprised and outraged by the nomination of Ahmad Vahidi. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Iranian president’s Cabinet nominee wanted in Buenos Aires attack Aug 22, 2009
CAIRO - The man Iran s president has named to be defense minister is wanted in the 1994 bombing of a Jewish cultural center in Buenos Aires, and his nomination drew an outcry yesterday from Argentina and Jewish groups ... Argentina prosecutor Alberto Nisman said yesterday Vahidi is accused of being a key participant in the planning and of having made the decision to go ahead with the attack against the Argentine-Israeli Mutual Association ... Nisman has led the investigation into the July 18,... (Boston Globe)
Jewish groups: Ahmadinejad choice 'an insult' Aug 22, 2009
Argentina protests Ahmadinejad cabinet choice - CNN.com ... Argentina protests Ahmadinejad cabinet choice ... Argentina says Vahidi planned attack that killed 85 people, wounded 200. (CNN -- World)
Ahmadinejad Nominates Man on Interpol Wanted List as Iran's Defense Chief Aug 22, 2009
currently deputy defense minister, is accused by Argentina of a role in the bombing of the center in Buenos Aires, the worst attack on a Jewish target outside Israel since World War II. The blast left 85 people dead and injured more than 150. Argentina is seeking his extradition ... Argentinas Jewish leaders express their strongest rejection and condemnation of the move, DAIA, an association representing the nations Jewish community, said in an e-mailed statement. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Chariot Resources Advises Shareholders of Unwarranted Proxy Contest Launched by Lundin Dissidents Aug 21, 2009
- Ulli Rath and Fernando Porcile have been directly involved with the development of several large new copper mines in the region, including Cerro Colorado in Chile, Bajo Alumbrera in Argentina and Antamina in Peru. In addition, Ulli Rath has been associated with the development of the Cerro Lindo project in Peru and Fernando Porcile with the development of the Spence, El Morro and El Pachon projects in Chile. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
