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    LIfe without options, but determine to create one.

    Source: http://kyma.com/haitian-and-african-arrivals-continue-in-mexicali/ CALEXICO, Calif. ? The Calexico Port of Entry continues to see an increase of Africans and Haitians. Authorities are trying to figure out what is causing so many to leave their home countries. Among those, is Loikesma...
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    Observation from a recent trip to the DR.

    Compared to the three years ago, the MOPC has made substantial road upgrades in the north coast, Las Terrenas, Santo Domingo and the road to San Cristobal. The roads in some areas are wider, smoother, brighter and have a shoulder to accommodate motorcycles. Most motorcycles operates were using...
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    Seeking relaxing Yoga sessions-Santo Dgo & Las Terranas

    Can anyone recommend and provide the addresses of Yoga classes in Santo Domingo, near Centro de los Heroes or 15 minutes nearby? Also looking for a yoga class in Las Terrence. Thank you.
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    The fragility of the reduction of poverty in Central America and the Dominican Rep.

    "Central America and the Dominican Republic have managed to reduce poverty in the past 15 years; more than 2.3 million persons out of this condition, but 20.18 million are at risk of falling into poverty before a change in their purchasing power" A link to the the PDF report is provided below...
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    UN experts urge Dominican Republic to protect women's rights

    27 July 2016 ? Expressing serious concern over the proposed penal code amendment that would criminalize abortions, United Nations human rights experts today urged the Dominican Republic's President and legislators to protect women's rights to sexual and reproductive health in the Caribbean...
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    Haitian Political Admits Receiving Dominican Bribes

    PORT AU PRINCE, Aug 5 (BERNAMA-NNN-PRENSA LATINA) -- The confirmation that a Haitian politician has received bribes has turned around the investigation being carried out by the anti-corruption senate committee, headed by Youri Latortue. The general secretary of the Association of Progressive...
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    Teleperformance Brazil, El Salvador and the Dominican Republic accepted the award

    Teleperformance Recognized as 2016 Best Workplace in Latin America by Great Place to Work? Sixth consecutive year Teleperformance operations in Latin America are recognized, and seventh consecutive year Teleperformance ranks as a best workplace PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News...
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    Haitians could vote for new head of state in October

    Maybe second time is the charm. Espero. http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/news/Haitians-could-vote-for-new-head-of-state-in-October_63165 PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti (CMC) ? The nine members of the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) Saturday held talks with officials of the major political parties...
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    Haiti, a Caribbean country, is joining the African Union

    http://www.pri.org/stories/2016-05-13/haiti-caribbean-country-joining-african-union The African Union has 54 member states. Actually, make that 55: Next month, Haiti will officially become a member.
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    Commentary: What does the Dominican Republic want?

    Source http://www.caribbeannewsnow.com/topstory-Commentary%3A-What-does-the-Dominican-Republic-want%3F-30226.html By Jean H Charles I recently asked that question in a forum hosted by the Bi-national Observatory for Migration, Media, Education and Commerce in Port au Prince. The answer was...
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    Some sign of progress finally. I hope.

    PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti ? Lawmakers in Haiti chose the country?s Senate leader on Sunday to lead a caretaker government that will fill the void left by last week?s departure of President Michel Martelly and perhaps ease lingering tensions that recently pushed the deeply polarized nation into...
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    Should the political parties and candiates adopt a 5 day work week plaform.

    Would it increase the working middle class to develop and enforce a 5 day work week for most occupations? Keeping the same gross pay, but work one day less. A 10 hour work day maximum and required 8 hours off before returning to work. The extra free could encourage more people to seek better...
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    Protect yourself from a Hacked ATM.

    https://krebsonsecurity.com/2015/09/whos-behind-bluetooth-skimming-in-mexico/comment-page-1/ "...In June 2015, I heard from a source at an ATM firm who wanted advice and help in reaching out to the right people about what he described as an ongoing ATM fraud campaign of unprecedented...
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    Anger in Haiti over misspent aid, six years after the 2010 earthquake

    It's six years since an earthquake devastated Haiti, and killed at least 200,000 people. Player utilities In the immediate aftermath, the world rallied and pledged enormous amounts of assistance and development aid. But in Haiti today there is anger about the promises that have fallen short...
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    Pras - Giving Haiti "Sweet Micky for President"

    Former Fugees member Pras talks about campaigning with Haitian performer-turned-politician Michel Martelly in his documentary "Sweet Micky for President." (5:28) An informative background on the current climate. Source...
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