Latest posts by Eduardo Avila from September, 2008
Dominican Republic: Other Tourism Options
Tourism in the Dominican Republic is much more than the ocean and beaches, and Rocío Díaz of Monaco [es] thinks that there are other parts of the country that are...
Paraguay: High Expectations on Lugo
With the beginning of Fernando Lugo's presidency, Muna Annahas writes that there may be too much expectations on the new government, even though that he is enjoying more than 90%...
Colombia: Upcoming Free Software Events
Carolina Botero writes about upcoming events featuring free software in Colombia, as well as Ecuador [es].
Honduras: Snubbing of New US Ambassador
Aaron Ortiz of Pensieve thinks that it is plain lunacy that the Honduran president Mel Zelaya snubbed the new US ambassador on the day that he was to present his...
Bolivia: Government Declares Martial Law in Pando
Bolivia continues to face social unrest, as anti-government crowds occupied government institutions in the city of Santa Cruz, and other clashes with pro-government supporters in the regions of Pando left 15 dead. As a result, the government placed a state of emergency in that department. Other bloggers recount their experiences during the tense past few days.
Bolivia: Unlikely Tie on the Road Against Brazil
Hugo Miranda celebrates the unlikely 0-0 tie achieved by the Bolivian National football team against Brazil [es] in Rio de Janeiro for World Cup qualifiers.
Costa Rica: Referendum on Gay Civil Unions
In order for a referendum to be valid in Costa Rica, 1.3 million citizens must cast their ballots. There is a movement to call a referendum regarding civil unions between...
Argentina: Unfinished Renovations in Neuquén
Pablo of Vivir en Neuquén Capital [es] wonders whether the renovations in Neuquén's city center is finished because when it rains that it fills with water and mud. He also...
El Salvador: Will There Be a Presidential Debate?
Hunnapuh [es] wonders whether ARENA presidential candidate Rodrigo Ávila will participate in a presidential debate in El Salvador before the elections, especially since many of his predecessors did not.
Bolivia: Winners and Losers of Water War Eight Years Later
Vistenos Nuevos [es] provides his thoughts on the winners and losers of the “Water War” that took place in Cochabamba, Bolivia eight years ago and the winners were the leaders...
Guatemala: Intercepting Electronic Communication
Renata Avila of Nothing is Permanent writes about the recent Constitutional Court ruling in Guatemala that allows the police to interecept electronic communications.
Ecuador: The Feast of the Virgen del Cisne
Voces Lojanas [es] writes that the Lojana culture in Ecuador is filled with joy, and is also very Catholic. The feast of Virgen del Cisne will be celebrated throughout the...
Dominican Republic: Blood Donation Needed
Remolacha [es] is a popular blog in the Dominican Republic, which writes about national news and international entertainment. However, it also provides some public service, such as this post asking...
Cuba: Composer of Guantanamera Born 100 Years Ago
Cuba's most recognized song “Guantanamera” was written by Joseíto Fernández, who was born 100 years ago and who wrote the song when he was 20 years old, writes VivirLatino.
Panama: Political Ads by the PRD's Juan Carlos Navarro
It is primary season in Panama, and the country's largest political party PRD have unveiled campaign ads. Rob Rivera writes about one of the leading candidates, Juan Carlos Navarro and...
Mexico: Much More Needed Than a March
Thousands of Mexicans in attendance for the march in Mexico City protested against the government's inability to halt kidnappings and violence against citizens. Now, bloggers from the capital and in other cities across the country provide their reflections and reactions to the march. However, many do not see that much will change without other actions by civil society.
Venezuela: Return of the Student Movement After Long Absence
Luis Carlos Díaz of Periodismo de Paz [es] writes about the lack of activity from the student movement in Venezuela, but that they have returned to make statements regarding the...
Argentina: Beers and Blogs in Salta
Taking advantage of his time in Salta, Argentina, Jorge Gobbi is helping to organize a Beers and Blog for local bloggers [es] on Thursday, September 4.
El Salvador: Oral Histories Project
El Salvador: Memories of War and Hope is an oral history project created by Sofia Jarrin-Thomas. She posts both Spanish and translated audio clips of interviews with Salvadorans affected by...
Costa Rica: Lack of Transparecy with China
Dean Córnito of La Suiza Centroamericana [es] criticizes Costa Rican president for the relations with China and the lack of transparency with some of the financial agreements, which includes the...
Bolivia: Faith Restored in Institutions
Carlos Gustavo Machicado of Guccio's [es] has his faith restored in Bolivian institutions when the president of the National Electoral Court ruled that a referendum for the new Constitution cannot...
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