Friday, July 3rd, 2009
Honduras president Manuel Zelaya, declared today illegal, annulled and inadmissible all actions of the de facto government and warned coup they will have to stand trial before an international court.
In an exclusive interview to the Telesur TV network, the president ratified his decision to return to the country next weekend, after the 72-hour deadline offered by the OAS to the de facto regime to abandon power.
Zelaya called on thousands of persons awaiting his return to not give up the struggle and not let down their guard.
The president was kidnapped by a group of military and taken by force to Costa Rica last Sunday in a coup that was a setback to the country to the worst times of dictatorship.
The de facto government decreed a curfew and launched brutal repression against their oppositors, leaving one dead, dozens of wounded and an unknown number of arrested persons.
This is one of the most brutal regimes I have ever known in history, ó said the head of State.
Zelaya, who is in Panama, informed his family is in Honduras and has had to take refuge in different embassies due to the repression.
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Friday, July 3rd, 2009
Costa Rica is almost out of enough rice to satisfy the demand and as such the government has issued a decree fro the purchase of 45.000 metric tons for the next year.
The decree was published in the official government publication, La Gaceta, which explains the shortage situation and lower import duties.
In difference to the growth during the past year, the Northern Zone will present a contraction in the number of hectares of rice planted during the current period.
According to the Corporación Arrocera Nacional (National Rice Corporation) it expects a production deficit of 32.000 metric tons, which means a significant reliance on imports.
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Friday, July 3rd, 2009
| Group |
Date |
Match |
Time |
TV |
Venue |
| A |
July 3 |
Canada vs. Jamaica |
8 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
Los Angeles |
| A |
July 3 |
Costa Rica vs. El Salvador |
10 p.m. ET |
TeleFutura |
Los Angeles |
| B |
July 4 |
Honduras vs. Haiti |
7 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
Seattle |
| B |
July 4 |
Grenada vs. United States |
9 p.m. ET |
FSC & TeleFutura |
Seattle |
| C |
July 5 |
Panama vs. Guadaloupe |
5 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
San Francisco |
| C |
July 5 |
Nicaragua vs. Mexico |
7 p.m. ET |
Univision |
San Francisco |
| A |
July 7 |
Jamaica vs. Costa Rica |
7 p.m. ET |
TeleFutura |
Columbus |
| A |
July 7 |
El Salvador vs. Canada |
9 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
Columbus |
| B |
July 8 |
Haiti vs. Grenada |
7 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
Washington |
| B |
July 8 |
United States vs. Honduras |
9 p.m. ET |
FSC & TeleFutura |
Washington |
| C |
July 9 |
Guadaloupe vs. Nicaragua |
8 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
Houston |
| C |
July 9 |
Mexico vs. Panama |
10 p.m.ET |
Univision |
Houston |
| A |
July 10 |
Costa Rica vs. Canada |
7 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
Miami |
| A |
July 10 |
El Salvador vs. Jamaica |
9 p.m. ET |
TeleFutura |
Miami |
| B |
July 11 |
United States vs. Haiti |
7 p.m. ET |
FSC & TeleFutura |
Boston |
| B |
July 11 |
Honduras vs. Grenada |
9 p.m. ET |
TeleFutura |
Boston |
| C |
July 12 |
Panama vs. Nicaragua |
4 p.m. ET |
Galavision |
Phoenix |
| C |
July 12 |
Mexico vs. Guadaloupe |
6 p.m. ET |
Univision |
Phoenix |
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| Knockout Stage |
|
|
|
| Match |
Date |
Match |
Time |
TV ^ |
Venue |
| QTR |
July 18 |
Group A-1 vs.Group B-2 * |
5 p.m. ET |
TeleFutura |
Philadelphia |
| QTR |
July 18 |
Group B-1 vs. Group A/C-3 * |
8 p.m. ET |
TeleFutura |
Philadelphia |
| QTR |
July 19 |
Group C-1 vs. Group A/B-3 * |
4 p.m. ET |
Univision |
Dallas |
| QTR |
July 19 |
Group C-2 vs. Group A-2* |
7 p.m. ET |
Univision |
Dallas |
| SEM |
July 23 |
Philadephia QTR Winners * |
7 p.m. ET |
TeleFutura |
Chicago |
| SEM |
July 23 |
Dallas QTR Winners * |
10 p.m.ET |
TeleFutura |
Chicago |
| Final |
July 26 |
Semifinal Winners |
3 p.m. ET |
Univision |
New York |
NOTES: All knock out round games involving the US will be televised on Fox Soccer Channel.
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Friday, July 3rd, 2009
When you’re ready for a beach vacation, it can be tough to pick from among travel destinations.There are so many great places you can go.Take a look at this top 10 list, it can help you decide on where to go for your next vacation.
1. Hawaii
If you live on the mainland, you can choose to put your frequent flier miles to good use and take a beach vacation on the island of Hawaii. You can get a vacation deals package and you can relax on the beach, swim, play golf, sail or scuba dive. The islands are a great place to spend a honeymoon vacation. Hawaii has the best weather in the world.That makes it a wonderful choice for your beach vacation.
2. Cape Cod
Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket are all surrounded by beautiful scenic beaches. The beaches are very different on the bay and ocean sides of the islands. Bayside beaches are typically much calmer than oceanside beaches. There are plenty of Cape Cod Hotels to choose from.
3. Wildwood
Wildwood Crest is a small shore resort community located at the southern end of New Jersey. The Wildwoods have great beaches that are among the nicest in the U.S. The towns offers thousands of hotel rooms for your accommodation. There is a boardwalk with amusement rides. it is just a short drive to the casinos of Atlantic City.
4. Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is one of the top domestic tourist destinations in the continental United States. With many visitors a year. Its a popular vacation destinations for millions of Americans. If a Myrtle Beach vacation is what you are looking for, then Myrtle Beach will not disappoint you. Myrtle Beach has great hotels, golf courses, restaurants and shopping.
5. Florida Keys
The Florida Keys is the perfect tropical retreat with balmy weather and beautiful beaches. It has of over 1000 small islands. The Florida Keys stretch 100 miles away from the mainland and Florida Keys hotels offer new experiences for both old and young alike. Lots of travelers begin their Florida Keys vacation in Key West. The natural surroundings are very tropical feeling.
6. Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Beach is an hour drive east of Orlando. It sits on the beautiful Space Coast. There is loads of recreation and leisure. Whether you are planning a family beach vacation, a weekend getaway, or just a day at the beach, you’ll find everything you need in Cocoa Beach. One of the more affordable vacation spots in all of Florida is in and around Cocoa Beach. Besides offering the best of a beach vacation, you can go deep sea fishing or parasailing. You may also like to try a casino cruise ship.
7. Costa Rica
This can be the ideal tropical paradise for your Costa Rica vacations. Enjoy the pristine beaches and see whales and dolphins at play. Covering the mountains are the rainforest a paradise for eco tourism. It is home to a huge variety of plants and animals. A fun vacation means you can surf, hike, go rafting, canopying, diving, deepwater fishing and snorkeling. There are affordable options as well as more exclusive resorts for a costa rica vacation.
8. Bahamas
The Bahamas is a caribbean vacation choice many take each year. Kids will love the white sandy beaches. Snorkelers may choose the calmer waters of beaches facing the Caribbean. There are many ways to enjoy the warm waters off the shores of this beautiful island. The tough part would be choosing from the bahamas vacation packages available.
9. Punta Cana
Punta Cana is on the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic. It has 25 miles of white sand, coconut trees and more than 35 resorts. Punta Cana was discovered long ago and Americans are now enjoying it. At this affordable getaway, many guests stay in all-inclusive resorts. Punta Cana vacation packages may be just perfect for you.
10. Cozumel
Cozumel has beautiful beaches and an exotic location. A vacation deal would be great for a honeymoon vacation. You will love the breathtaking sunsets, moonlit walks on deserted beaches, swim in clear waters and enjoy candlelight dinners. Famous worldwide for its coral reefs, there are plenty of water sports such as diving, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, kayaking and more. Cozumel in Mexico is a spot with a Caribbean flair. Be sure to book your Cozumel vacation packages early to avoid disappointment.
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