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Costa Rica News

Costa Rica Stands Between the US and London – New York Times

New York Times Costa Rica Stands Between the US and LondonNew York TimesOn Friday in Vancouver, British Columbia, the United States will face Costa Rica in the semifinals of the regional qualifying tournament, and Canada will face Mexico in the other semifinal. Both regional finalists will qualify for the 12-team field at …US women a win away... Read more of this article


Mexico Women Look to Upset Canada in Olympic Soccer Showdown – Fox News

CBC.ca Mexico Women Look to Upset Canada in Olympic Soccer ShowdownFox NewsCosta Rica's Shirley Cruz (10) blocks a kick from Cuba's Jessica Alvarez Pupo, right in CONCACAF Women's Olympic qualifying soccer in Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012. Costa Rica won 2-0. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, …Olympic bid on... Read more of this article


Grant Wahl: Dempsey faces Donovan; U.S. women eye Olympic berth – SI.com

Grant Wahl: Dempsey faces Donovan; U.S. women eye Olympic berthSI.comAnd then tune in to the US women's high-stakes battle against Costa Rica, the winner of which will qualify for the 2012 Olympics (Universal Sports, UniversalSports.com, 8 pm ET). In some ways, it's unfortunate that so many US fans have an either/or … and more »  Read More →


The first Starbucks in Costa Rica will open in May – Tico Times

Tico Times The first Starbucks in Costa Rica will open in MayTico TimesWorld-famous coffee shop Starbucks will soon be serving hot cups of joe in Costa Rica. The first store opens in San José in May. The location and opening date have not yet been announced for the top-selling coffee distributor. and more »  Read More →


Costa Rica lags in sex-trafficking fight – Tico Times

Tico Times Costa Rica lags in sex-trafficking fightTico TimesThe US State Department calls Costa Rica as a country of origin, transit and destination for victims of sexual exploitation and labor. “Mariel” became a victim of sex trafficking at the age of 17. She managed to escape, but still suffers anxiety and …  Read More →


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Panama News

Zusi nets first goal as USA beats Panama in friendly match – CBSSports.com

CBSSports.com Zusi nets first goal as USA beats Panama in friendly matchCBSSports.comPANAMA CITY, Panama — Five months before the start of World Cup qualifying, the United States got an exhibition win in Central America under some of the conditions the players will face on the road to the 2014 tournament in Brazil.Graham Zusi sparks US past... Read more of this article


Soccer Breakdown: Lessons Learned from USA vs. Panama – Opposing Views

Opposing Views Soccer Breakdown: Lessons Learned from USA vs. PanamaOpposing ViewsIn that regard, let's say a hearty well done for Graham Zusi for being Johnny on the spot and scoring inside of 11 minutes and the rest of the US players for holding off a semi-dangerous Panama team for about 30 minutes after Geoff Cameron's straight …US... Read more of this article


Soccer Breakdown: Lessons Learned from USA vs. Panama – Opposing Views

Opposing Views Soccer Breakdown: Lessons Learned from USA vs. PanamaOpposing ViewsIn that regard, let's say a hearty well done for Graham Zusi for being Johnny on the spot and scoring inside of 11 minutes and the rest of the US players for holding off a semi-dangerous Panama team for about 30 minutes after Geoff Cameron's straight …US... Read more of this article


Panama City Beach bikini parade plans draw scrutiny from city officials – Press-Register – al.com

Press-Register – al.com Panama City Beach bikini parade plans draw scrutiny from city officialsPress-Register – al.com(Photo by John Hill/Independent BW Photographer) PANAMA CITY BEACH, Florida — What's so wrong about 400 or so women parading around in two-piece swimsuits? According to Panama City Beach City Councilman Ken... Read more of this article


Panama City Beach bikini parade plans draw scrutiny from city officials – Press-Register – al.com

Press-Register – al.com Panama City Beach bikini parade plans draw scrutiny from city officialsPress-Register – al.com(Photo by John Hill/Independent BW Photographer) PANAMA CITY BEACH, Florida — What's so wrong about 400 or so women parading around in two-piece swimsuits? According to Panama City Beach City Councilman Ken... Read more of this article


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Nicaragua News

Irregularities in Nicaragua Election Prompt US Aid Review – Voice of America

News Pakistan Irregularities in Nicaragua Election Prompt US Aid ReviewVoice of AmericaJanuary 26, 2012 Irregularities in Nicaragua Election Prompt US Aid Review VOA News The United States says Nicaragua's recent elections were "a setback to democracy" and warned it would now review aid to the country. In a statement Wednesday, …US... Read more of this article


Crime in Nicaragua – The Economist

Crime in NicaraguaThe EconomistAmid this inferno Nicaragua, the poorest country in mainland Latin America, is remarkably safe. Whereas Honduras's murder rate in 2010 was 82 per 100000 people, the world's highest in over a decade, Nicaragua's was just 13, unchanged in five years.  Read More →


Keyser Rotary launches Nicaragua project; PVH donates medication for clinic – Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune

Keyser Rotary launches Nicaragua project; PVH donates medication for clinicKeyser Mineral Daily News TribunePotomac Valley Hospital pharmacist Harold Harrison hands off medical supplies to Rotarian Wayne Spiggle, one of the coordinators for the Keyser Rotary Nicaraguan Project. The project will assist a medical clinic in Nicaragua.  Read More →


Irregularities in Nicaragua Election Prompt US Aid Review – Voice of America (blog)

Irregularities in Nicaragua Election Prompt US Aid ReviewVoice of America (blog)The United States says Nicaragua's recent elections were “a setback to democracy” and warned it would now review aid to the country. In a statement Wednesday, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the November 6 re-election of President Daniel Ortega …Democratic... Read more of this article


Royal Courier: Teen trip to Nicaragua to help out – my.hsj.org

Royal Courier: Teen trip to Nicaragua to help outmy.hsj.orgSeveral High School Students went to Nicaragua in June to help change the lives of needy children by teaching, playing and caring for them unconditionally. A group of 18 students from different schools and ages went to Managua, Nicaragua in the month …  Read More →


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