Shell representative Jose Maria Linardi in the presence of President Evo Morales, an AFP photographer at the ceremony said.The amount of the deal for Shell's stake in Transredes, which was
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Brazil and Germany find winning formula
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Agence France Presse . All rights reserved. The information contained in the AFP News report may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without the prior written authority of Agence F…
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Brazil is two much for North Korea
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Marta and Daniela Alves scored a goal each to help Brazil defeat North Korea 2-1 and stay on track for its first major title in women's soccer. Daniela opened the scoring in the 14th after a mistake…
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Father freed after Brazil arrest
Posted in August 9th, 2008
A British university lecturer who was arrested in Brazil two weeks ago over the alleged non-payment of child support has been freed. Martin Boyle's release was confirmed by his lawyer, Alexandre Ce…
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Unibanco bets on auto, payroll, mortgage, SMEs to drive loan growth this year - Brazil
Posted in August 9th, 2008
(NYSE: UBB) will rely on over 40% growth in four sectors to hit the bank's loan growth target for the year, bank CFO Geraldo Travaglia told a conference call.
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Brazil changes uniforms for Olympic tournament
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Brazil's Hernanes, second from right, celebrates with his teammates after scoring against Belgium during their men's Group C, first round soccer match at the Beijing 2008 Olympics in Shenyang, northea…
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Marta fires Brazil top
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Marta belatedly announced her arrival at the Beijing Olympics as two goals in nine minutes saw Brazil leapfrog Korea DPR to reach the top of Group F. The North Koreans had begun the day at the sectio…
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Brazil make uniform change
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Shenyang - Brazil will not wear its regular official Nike uniform for the remainder of the Beijing Games because of concerns it could affect Rio de Janeiro's bid for the 2016 Olympics, the country…
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Bolivia coca farmers back Morales in recall
Posted in August 9th, 2008
VILLA 14 DE SEPTIEMBRE, Bolivia (Reuters) - Coca farmers in the verdant Chapare region, where Bolivian President Evo Morales rose to prominence as a fiery union leader, are confident he will win a rec…
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Lula promotes Rio 2016 bid in Beijing - CNN
Posted in August 9th, 2008
China Daily
Lula promotes Rio 2016 bid in BeijingCNN - Aug 8, 2008BEIJING (AP) -As far as Brazil's president is concerned, Rio de Janeiro's bid to host the 2016 Olympics carries the ultimate seal of approval. …Brazil’s President Lula promotes Rio 2016 in Beijing MercoPressall 40 news articles
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Brazil coach Dunga exasperated over menu - Reuters
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Reuters
Brazil coach Dunga exasperated over menuReuters - Aug 5, 2008Brazil, who usually stay in top hotels, fly to venues and bring their own food, have this time settled for the official accommodation and travel, …
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Tories kill arts grants for foreign travel - National Post
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Tories kill arts grants for foreign travelNational Post, Canada - Aug 7, 2008For example, the Canadian Museum of Civilization received 000 to help defray the costs of taking an exhibition of Inuit Art to Brazil; the Royal Winnipeg …
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Travel alerts on Antigua, Brazil, Germany, Guatemala, India - Chicago Tribune
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Travel alerts on Antigua, Brazil, Germany, Guatemala, IndiaChicago Tribune, United States - Aug 4, 2008Two British honeymooners were shot by intruders while sleeping in their resort cottage July 27, the woman dying at the scene and the man seriously wounded. …
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Messi inspires Argentina while Brazil struggle - guardian.co.uk
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Messi inspires Argentina while Brazil struggleguardian.co.uk, UK - Aug 7, 2008His counterpart Dunga, already unhappy about the food and travel arrangements, complained about the pitch. "The ball bounces around all over the place and …
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Bejing Olympics: what time is it China, olympics schedule … - Los Angeles Times
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Bejing Olympics: what time is it China, olympics schedule …Los Angeles Times, CA - Aug 8, 2008The upgrade charge for travel between North America and Europe, Japan, China, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile or Uruguay will be 25000 miles plus a 0 …
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Oil price slide boosts FTSE - The Press Association
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Oil price slide boosts FTSEThe Press Association - Aug 8, 2008BG Group bucked the downward commodities trend for a while after announcing a further crude oil discovery off the coast of Brazil. But excitement over BG's …
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Bolivia to pay Shell for share in nationalized gas company
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Bolivia and Shell have signed a deal compensating the Anglo-Dutch energy group for its share in the nationalized gas pipeline company Transredes. The accord was signed late Friday by Bolivian Energy M…
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Bolivia referendum heads into confusion
Posted in August 9th, 2008
LA PAZ : Fears mounted in Bolivia Saturday that a referendum which could end the mandates of President Evo Morales or several opposition governors may deepen a political crisis dividing the country. O…
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Academic freed from Brazilian jail
Posted in August 9th, 2008
A British academic jailed in Brazil over claims he owed child support for his daughter has been freed, his lawyer said. Martin Boyle, 45, was arrested at Guarulhos International Airport on the outsk…
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Bolivia to pay Shell for share in nationalized gas company
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Bolivia and Shell have signed a deal compensating the Anglo-Dutch energy group for its share in the nationalized gas pipeline company Transredes. The accord was signed late Friday by Bolivian Energy M…
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Bolivia referendum heads into confusion
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Fears mounted in Bolivia Saturday that a referendum which could end the mandates of President Evo Morales or several opposition governors may deepen a political crisis dividing the country. Observers …
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GMAC Global Relocation Services to Host Webinar on Doing Business in Brazil
Posted in August 9th, 2008
GMAC Global Relocation Services will offer a complimentary webinar presentation exploring aspects of doing business and living in Brazil. Titled, Building Relationships with Brazilians through Effecti…
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Brazil and Germany find winning formula
Posted in August 9th, 2008
BEIJING (AFP) - Favourites Brazil and Germany got their Olympic women's football campaigns back on track with second round wins here Saturday while Norway ensured themselves a place in the quarter-fin…
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Soldiers blamed for killings in Rio de Janeiro slum
Posted in August 9th, 2008
RIO DE JANEIRO The twisting alleys and steep steps of Providence Hill ascend relentlessly to a tree-less plaza, a place of respite, however bleak, from the drug wars and blight that have made the Rio …
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Brazilian President Says God Prepared Rio de Janeiro for Olympic Games
Posted in August 9th, 2008
President Says God Prepared Rio de Janeiro for Olympic Games 8/9/2008 (ATR) Brazilian President Luis Inacio Inio Lula da Silva said he believes divine intervention could help Rio de Janeiro win the 20…
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Embraer to build 2 jet components plants in Portugal
Posted in August 9th, 2008
, The World's Third-Biggest Commercial Jet Maker, Said On Saturday It Would Invest 148 Million Euros In Two New Plants In Portugal — Its First Industrial Units In Europe That Will Make Wings And Tail…
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Brazil makes uniform change for Olympics
Posted in August 9th, 2008
S HENYANG, China - Brazil will not wear its regular official Nike uniform in the remainder of the Beijing Games because of concerns it could affect Rio de Janeiro’s bid for the 2016 Olympics, th…
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Brazil leads DPR Korea 2-0 at halftime
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Brazil scored two small-angle goals and dominated the first half in a match against DPR Korea here on Saturday. Midfielder Daniela fired home the first goal in the 14th minute, when Korean goalkeeper …
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Marta fires Brazil top
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Marta belatedly announced her arrival at the Beijing Olympics as two goals in nine minutes saw Brazil leapfrog Korea DPR to reach the top of Group F. The North Koreans had begun the day at the sectio…
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Academic freed from Brazilian jail
Posted in August 9th, 2008
A British academic jailed in Brazil over claims he owed child support for his daughter has been freed, his lawyer said. Martin Boyle, 45, was arrested at Guarulhos International Airport on the outsk…
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Europeans replace US tourists in Britain - United Press International
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Europeans replace US tourists in BritainUnited Press International - 10 hours ago9 (UPI) — Travel agents say that more Britons are vacationing at home this year while more Europeans are crossing the English Channel. …UK domestic tourism basks in cash-strapped summer Telegraph.co.ukUK tourism basks in a penurious summer Financial Timesall 5 news articles
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Factbox of DPR Korea vs Brazil - Olympic women
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Following are the factbox on the Olympic women's football match between Brazil and DPR Korea in Group F here on Saturday: Location: Olympic Stadium of Shenyang, northeast China Time: Wednesday Aug. 9,…
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Layoffs for Embraer as profits soar
Posted in August 9th, 2008
SAO PAULO, Brazil — Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer said Friday it is laying off about 250 employees as part of a restructuring process. The announcement comes just a week after the company a…
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South Korea nail down Brazil in overtime
Posted in August 9th, 2008
South Korea were perfect on the foul line, using a 9-0 run to beat Brazil 68-62 in overtime at a Group A match of the women's basketball competitions at the Beijing Olympic Games here on Saturday. Beo…
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Brazil makes uniform change for Olympics
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Brazil will not wear its regular official Nike uniform in the remainder of the Olympic tournament because of concerns it could affect Rio de Janeiro's bid for the 2016 Games, the country's football co…
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Academic freed from Brazilian jail
Posted in August 9th, 2008
A British academic jailed in Brazil over claims he owed child support for his daughter has been freed, his lawyer said. Martin Boyle, 45, was arrested at Guarulhos International Airport on the outsk…
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Two miners killed, many hurt in Bolivia clash
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Violence erupted when police clashed with groups of striking miners who had blocked the road that links the administrative capital La Paz with the city of Oruro. At least two miners were killed and m…
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Brazil to beat New Zealand for Olympic men
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Brazil will look to secure a ticket to the next round after the second group match in which they will take on Olympian debutant New Zealand.Brazil, who are desperate to end their Olympic gold medal dr…
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Academic freed from Brazilian jail
Posted in August 9th, 2008
A British academic jailed in Brazil over claims he owed child support for his daughter has been freed, his lawyer said. Martin Boyle, 45, was arrested at Guarulhos International Airport on the outsk…
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Brazilian, Mexican Equities End Session, Week Mixed
Posted in August 9th, 2008
markets finished mixed Friday, with Brazilian equities down as commodity prices moved lower, but declines overall were capped by a better than expected ease in monthly consumer prices.
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Bolivia, Shell reach agreement in nationalization
Posted in August 9th, 2008
LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — Bolivia has reached an agreement in principle to purchase the local operations of energy company Royal Dutch Shell PLC as part of President Evo Morales' nationalization push.
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UN chief calls for peaceful recall referendum in Bolivia
Posted in August 9th, 2008
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on all sides in Bolivia on Friday to ensure that Sunday's recall referendum on the president, vice-president and regional governors is conducted in a peaceful a…
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New Paraguay leader distances self from farmers
Posted in August 9th, 2008
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ASUNCION, Paraguay — Paraguayan president-elect Fernando Lugo says he does not support landless peasants who plan to invade farms in three northern states of the South America…
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Brazilian Shares Edge Lower; Mexico Gains Ground
Posted in August 9th, 2008
markets were mixed Friday, with Brazilian equities slightly down as commodity prices moved lower, but overall declines were capped by a better-than-expected ease in monthly consumer prices.
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Father freed after Brazil arrest
Posted in August 9th, 2008
A British university lecturer who was arrested in Brazil two weeks ago over the alleged non-payment of child support has been freed. Martin Boyle's release was confirmed by his lawyer, Alexandre Ce…
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Three Brazilian teams to replace head coach
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Brazilian clubs Vasco, Nautico and Santos had their head coaches replaced on Thursday after recent bad results in the tournament. Vasco announced on Thursday that Tita will replace Antonio Lopesas the…
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Emirates increases Brazil service to daily - Malta Independent Online
Posted in August 9th, 2008
Emirates increases Brazil service to dailyMalta Independent Online, Malta - 18 hours agoThe popular route has been successful in facilitating travel to Sao Paulo, Brazil’s largest city and a major centre of finance and industry for South …
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