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Wednesday 24 March 2004

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Learning Spanish from the TV
Next to practicing with native speakers, watching Spanish television programs is one of the best ways to learn the language.  >more

Pacheco on Trade, Haiti and
El Salvador Elections

Costa Rica's president, Abel Pacheco, believes that legislative bodies in the United States and Central American nations will approve the free trade agreement within the year. >more

Band Caught Following Shootout with Police
Last night, the Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ) detained several men who formed part of the criminal band known as "Los ingenieros", who specialized in robbing construction sites. >more

Sex Education in Schools Falling Behind
Experts recognize that sex education in Costa Rica is behind the times. In 1995, a sex manual never made it to the classrooms because the Catholic Church was opposed to sex education in the schools. >more

"BiblioBus"
More than 1,700 books have been collected by a California State University - Chico State student group to help a Costa Rican organization start a mobile library.  >more

Colombian Bavaria aims to be number 7 world brewer
Colombian brewer Bavaria (BAV) said on Tuesday it aimed to become the world's seventh-largest brewer within three years, up from its current ranking as No. 10, as Latin American populations grow and beer consumption increases. >more

Venezuela will not take Kerry's criticism seriously: official
A Venezuelan government official said his country would not take seriously the criticism by US Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry against the Venezuelan government and its president, saying it is just Kerry'sstrategy to get more votes.  >more

Argentina pledges transparency in dealing with foreign creditors
The Argentine government said Tuesday that it would hold talks with foreign creditors with transparency.  >more

 


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SPECIAL REPORTS
Cuban Defector Pursues Dream
On a map, the distance between Cuba and South Florida doesn't seem all that far. But it took Yolexandry Reina 30 months to cover it -- including unplanned detours through Canada and Costa Rica and more than a little trouble with Canadian immigration officials.

But when he pulled on a blue Marlins jersey for the first time earlier this month, it all seemed worth it. >more

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Explore the natural beauty and culture of Costa Rica
Long winters in the north leaving you with a craving for a warmer climate?  Or maybe you're looking to put some of your Spanish to use. Then think Costa Rica and take advantage of the remarkable wildlife, cultural diversity, stunning volcanoes and other natural beauty that Costa Rica - and its neighbors - have to offer. >more
 
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