2007 – Page 10

The use of potassium bromate in bread will be reduced by 15% in February 2008 and gradually phased out by February 2009. The information was provided by the president of the Foundation for Consumer Rights, (FUNDECOM), Altagracia Paulino, who said that by 2008 the DR will be free from the use of the substance in …

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As of 1 January 2008, the cost of non-immigrant visas to the United States will increase from US$100 to US$131. The increase in fees will cover the costs of new security systems and increased quality in the visa process. Anyone who has purchased the visa application form and their visa interview is before the 1st …

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Dominican power forward Al Horford had his strongest showing of the year after scoring a career high 16 points with 7 rebounds in 28 minutes of play. In other action, Dominican power forward Charlie Villanueva scored 13 points and had 9 rebounds in 23 minutes of play for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Needing a victory to stay in the playoff chase, Licey took advantage of the opportunity and beat their long-time rivals the Aguilas 12-2. Ronnie Belliard hit a homerun while Timo Perez and Jose Bautista drove in two runs each. In other baseball action, Escogido beat up on the Azucareros 3-1 behind a strong showing from …

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With the announcement of budget allocations last week, many government departments have openly expressed their displeasure with their piece of the pie. The Supreme Court, the Central Electoral Board (JCE), the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies all told reporters from El Caribe that the budget funding for their organizations were not what they had …

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After three and-a-half years of stressful negotiations, the Caribbean and European negotiating teams have concluded the first Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). Both parties completed the massive task around 1:30am on Sunday, 16 December at the Grand Barbados Hotel in Bridgetown, Barbados. As of January 2008 all exports in goods and services originating from within the …

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