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Delahunt bill would end Cuba travel ban
February 14, 2009Just maybe, the new Congress will succeed in ending at least part of the U.S. economic blockade against Cuba. Rep. William Delahunt (D-Mass.), joined by Rep. Jeff Flake (R-Ariz.) and seven “original co-sponsors,” introduced HR. 874...
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Movies for Black History Month
February 14, 2009Viewing suggestions from our readers and staff.
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In praise of people-to-people programs
February 14, 2009HAVANA (Prensa Latina) Programs designed to introduce individuals cross-culturally, particularly in cultures divided antipathetically by politics, have had enormous success in the world, not only for the families and individuals directly involved, but many times with...
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Japanese electronics giant set to slash 10,000 jobs
February 14, 2009Original source: Japanese electronics firm Pioneer announced on Thursday that it will slash 10,000 jobs worldwide to cope with sinking sales of car audio equipment and flat-screen TVs. It will also withdraw from its money-losing plasma...
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American Idol boots off Joanna Pacitti
February 14, 2009Controversial 'American Idol' contestant and former child star Joanna Pacitti has been booted off the talent show, apparently due to her past in the music business.
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