Wednesday, March 17, 2010 | 03:18 ET
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Edition Nº 2664
He was expected to arrive at Congress at 5pm
Boudou absent from Congress, expects meeting with Finance, Budget Committee
Economy Minister Amado Boudou announced that he would attend the meeting with members of the Finance Committee in the Lower House of Congress to describe the impact of the use of the foreign reserves, and added that he will only accept a meeting with the Lower House if the members of the Budget Committee are part of it.
Boudou absent from Congress, expects meeting with Finance, Budget Committee
Criticism
CFK is a ‘historic mistake,’ Duhalde
Former president Eduardo Duhalde compared President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner’s administration with “soap operas and afternoon TV shows,” making a strong reference to celebrities’ disputes in order to gain TV air and their resemblance with politicians. He went deeper with his ideas and described Fernández de Kirchner as a “historic mistake.”
CFK is a ‘historic mistake,’ Duhalde
Government - Farming sector stand off
Gov’t to lift ban on meat exports; denies decision was CFK’s Domestic Trade Secretary Guillermo Moreno assured before meatpackers that meat exports ban are to be lifted "immediately." Earlier, Interior Minister Randazzo rejected accusations made by members of the Liaison Committee which accused Moreno of shutting down an 830-ton meat exports load.
Gov’t to lift ban on meat exports; denies decision was CFK’s Domestic Trade Secretary Guillermo Moreno assured before meatpackers that meat exports ban are to be lifted "immediately." Earlier, Interior Minister Randazzo rejected accusations made by members of the Liaison Committee which accused Moreno of shutting down an 830-ton meat exports load.
• Liaison Committee considering measures after Gov't shuts down meat exports
Kirchnerites aimed at delaying time for the committee to start debating
Judge Lavié Pico rejects Marinelli’s recusation; Pichetto blasts decision Judge Enrique Lavié Pico rejected Miguel Ángel Pichetto’s request for Judge Ernesto Marinelli to be recused for considering it “untimely.” The Kirchnerite’s move came yesterday in the midst of the controversy surrounding the suspension of the special congressional committee in charge of examining the DNU emergency decrees. Pichetto qualified the rejection of the recusation as an "inexplicable decision."
Judge Lavié Pico rejects Marinelli’s recusation; Pichetto blasts decision Judge Enrique Lavié Pico rejected Miguel Ángel Pichetto’s request for Judge Ernesto Marinelli to be recused for considering it “untimely.” The Kirchnerite’s move came yesterday in the midst of the controversy surrounding the suspension of the special congressional committee in charge of examining the DNU emergency decrees. Pichetto qualified the rejection of the recusation as an "inexplicable decision."
• Alak: ‘When it's accusations against the Government, some judges are very fast to respond'
Global MarketsWall street gains; European shares rise US stocks rose after Standard & Poor's affirmed its ratings on debt-troubled Greece and as semiconductor shares gained on an Intel Corp product announcement. The pan-European FTSEurofirst 300 index of top shares was up 0.96 percent at 1,061.17 points.
Revenue estimated in 11.5 billion pesosCheque Tax: Gov't gets one more vote Senator Ada Maza (PJ - La Rioja) informed that she would vote against any project trying to modify revenue sharing in the Cheque Tax, providing the ruling party with an additional vote in an already tight dispute between government and opposition.
Controversy
Afghanistan confirms pardon for war crimes Afghanistan confirmed for the first time publicly that it had enacted into law a blanket pardon for war crimes and human rights abuse carried out before 2001. Human rights groups have expressed dismay that the law appeared to have been enacted quietly, granting blanket immunity to members of all armed factions for acts committed during decades of war before the fall of the Taliban.
Afghanistan confirms pardon for war crimes Afghanistan confirmed for the first time publicly that it had enacted into law a blanket pardon for war crimes and human rights abuse carried out before 2001. Human rights groups have expressed dismay that the law appeared to have been enacted quietly, granting blanket immunity to members of all armed factions for acts committed during decades of war before the fall of the Taliban.
Climate change will force Australians to move inland
Australian cities must adapt to population growth, climate change
Australia circa 2050, population 35 million, climate change induced rising sea levels have flooded the Gold Coast resort region, apartment blocks are now used to grow food and people commute in monorail pods above the sea.
Australian cities must adapt to population growth, climate change
People are becoming 'nesters'
Recession left 'walking wounded' workers
Many workers around the world have given up hopes of advancing in their jobs, but the bad economy is keeping them from finding new ones. Such "walking wounded" workers are increasingly exchanging ambition for job stability, according to a biennial survey by the human resources consultancy Towers Watson Co.
Recession left 'walking wounded' workers
Charity Sleep Scotland
Scottish schools holding sleep lessons Schools in Glasgow are running a trial of "sleep lessons" to promote a healthy sleeping routine and change bad habits such as late night television. The lessons aim to help children learn more effectively, be calmer and enjoy better mental health.
Scottish schools holding sleep lessons Schools in Glasgow are running a trial of "sleep lessons" to promote a healthy sleeping routine and change bad habits such as late night television. The lessons aim to help children learn more effectively, be calmer and enjoy better mental health.
Datta Kheil area
US missile strike kills 10 militants in Pakistan A US drone aircraft fired missiles into Pakistan's North Waziristan region, killing 10 militants, the latest such strike on a major al Qaeda and Taliban sanctuary, officials and residents said. US officials say the pilotless drones are one of the most effective weapons against militants. The strikes have killed senior Taliban and al Qaeda figures.
US missile strike kills 10 militants in Pakistan A US drone aircraft fired missiles into Pakistan's North Waziristan region, killing 10 militants, the latest such strike on a major al Qaeda and Taliban sanctuary, officials and residents said. US officials say the pilotless drones are one of the most effective weapons against militants. The strikes have killed senior Taliban and al Qaeda figures.
Consumer prices rose 2.7% in the year to February
Record number of Chinese unhappy over inflation, central bank survey
More than one in two Chinese savers regard the current inflation rate as unacceptable, according to a central bank survey that is likely to fan official concern about deteriorating inflation expectations.
Record number of Chinese unhappy over inflation, central bank survey
Tomorrow nightAlcohol controls to increase for St. Patrick's day festivities Those who celebrate St. Patrick's day are known for their heavy alcohol intake. In consequence, there will be more alcohol controls in Buenos Aires City, as well as in various localities of the province, such as Vicente López, Tigre, and Mar del Plata City.
The credit helped New York employ 63,000 workers in 2008
NYS film tax credit key economic driver
New York state's film tax credit has generated about $7 billion in economic activity since 2004 and become a key economic driver, the state's comptroller said.
NYS film tax credit key economic driver
New York University Langone Medical Center
Brain scans show signs of early Alzheimer's
People with a family history of Alzheimer's disease often have clumps of a toxic protein in their brains even though they are perfectly healthy, researchers said.
They said the findings could lead to new ways to identify people most likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, when there is still time to do something about it.
Brain scans show signs of early Alzheimer's
Subway union's Néstor Segovia confirms march to Labour Ministry
Employees from the five subway lines and the Premetro will march Wednesday from the Obelisk in the centre of Buenos Aires City to the Labour Ministry, demanding "delegate representation in negotiations and the formalization of pending union inscriptions," said Néstor Segovia, union representative.
Anti-gov't picketers lift block on Pueyrredón Bridge
Anti-Kirchnerite social organizations led protests at several points of Buenos Aires City since. A group of picketers who were blocking the Pueyrredón Bridge have already released the lanes towards Buenos Aires City. Other group protested in front of the Social Development Ministry in 9 de Julio Avenue.
'We don't want Macri's money; we want him to obey the Waste Zero law,' Pérez
Buenos Aires province Cabinet Chief, Alberto Pérez, took another round for the waste controversy between BA City and BA province. Talking to reporters, the official revealed that “According to the waste law, the City should be generating 4,000 tons of waste per day and not 6,000 tons like it’s currently doing.”
• 'Macri better do what he has to do instead of keep blaming others'
US envoy cancels Mideast trip, Israel feud deepens
A US envoy’s postponement of his Mideast trip appeared to deepen one of the worst US-Israeli feuds in memory -even as Israel’s foreign minister signaled his government had no intention of curtailing the contentious construction at the heart of the row.
Merval gains 1.2%; Bovespa increases 1.3%
The panel of leading stocks zoomed 1.2 percent to 2.379,02 points. The Merval benchmark index climbed 7.1 percent in the current month, 2.5 percent in 2010 so far. The US currency has been traded for $3.88/$3.84 pesos, while Brazilian Bovespa gained 1.3 percent.
Argentine Nobel Peace prize winner nominates Evo Morales
The Argentine Nobel Peace Prize winner, Adolfo Pérez Esquivel, announced today that he has nominated Bolivian President Evo Morales for said prize in 2010, bicentennial year, whom he described as "an example for the continent" of a "transformation based on social participation and without resorting to violence."
Channing Tatum approached for 'Captain America'Add Channing Tatum to those being considered for the role of Captain America. The co-star of the movie "Dear John" now joins soap star Wilson Blethel ("The Young and the Restless") and Mike Vogel ("She's Out of My League"), who have screen-tested, as well as Chris Evans ("Fantastic Four"), who has read for the part.
Inflation: a reserve for the reserves?By Michael Soltys
The confirmation of double-digit inflation (even according to the heavily diluted data of INDEC statistics bureau) with last Friday’s announcement of the February cost of living should deeply worry the Cristina Fernández de Kirchner administration (not only because of the economic havoc but also because of the electoral ravages, especially among the low-income masses which form the core of the Peronist voting base) but does it?
- Brown says UK to maintain AAA credit rating
- ‘2010’s growth will be higher than 2,5%’ Boudou
- Paying for sex changes, Cuba breaks from past
- President CFK criticizes opposition for cheque tax moves
- Greek strike to shut down services
- WORK FROM YOUR OWN HOME?
- Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
- Shortest month, biggest inflation
- Subway workers will not go on strike
- Bomber's death fresh blow to Indonesia militants
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‘All that really matters is illusion’
By Mariana Marcaletti
After a long career, “Don” Manuel García Ferré is entitled to reveal the root of his success. It’s neither about innovative ideas nor outstanding skills, not even contacts, it’s all about attitude. “Persevere and you shall triumph,” the creator of El libro gordo de Petete, Manuelita and Pan triste asserts,acknowledging that the reason of his recognition is his persistance.
After a long career, “Don” Manuel García Ferré is entitled to reveal the root of his success. It’s neither about innovative ideas nor outstanding skills, not even contacts, it’s all about attitude. “Persevere and you shall triumph,” the creator of El libro gordo de Petete, Manuelita and Pan triste asserts,acknowledging that the reason of his recognition is his persistance.
A blueprint for operatic renovation
By Pablo Bardin
You have read in recent weeks articles on the Colón and you know that the future is dicey. Nevertheless, let’s hope for the best: a fully functioning international theatre with an ample repertoire, such as it was and should be. The intent of this article presumes that we shall have a respectable Colón, but also that the La Plata Argentino, the Avenida in our city and the Avellaneda Roma will keep on formulating intense operatic activity.
You have read in recent weeks articles on the Colón and you know that the future is dicey. Nevertheless, let’s hope for the best: a fully functioning international theatre with an ample repertoire, such as it was and should be. The intent of this article presumes that we shall have a respectable Colón, but also that the La Plata Argentino, the Avenida in our city and the Avellaneda Roma will keep on formulating intense operatic activity.
Jafar Panahi, an Iranian poet of the everyday
By Pablo Suárez
“I project and design each one of my films according to the content of the story. My five films begin with a long take. In The White Balloon, the camera is where the director, an occasional passer-by, or the audience is located. From that viewpoint, it observes an endless number of potential situations that could generate the story of the film, but neither the camera nor the spectator can decide which of these situations to follow.
“I project and design each one of my films according to the content of the story. My five films begin with a long take. In The White Balloon, the camera is where the director, an occasional passer-by, or the audience is located. From that viewpoint, it observes an endless number of potential situations that could generate the story of the film, but neither the camera nor the spectator can decide which of these situations to follow.
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