Check out this foto of US Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff and the background...looks like one of those futuristic totalitarian Sci fi movies jeje. This article primarily speaks about new policies regarding new US visa waiver program requirements, however who knows what else may be hidden under the new changes set forth. Could Colombia now become a country that will be added to the new visa waiver list....NOT! Seriously, just make sure there are no hidden changes for your love o ...
I am going bonkers with stress for my family as water has now entered in the house, but my wife with her loco attitude laughs at me of all people with my worries...Happily she is very determined and responsible, so this gives me SOME comfort. As soon as I get some pics, I will post. In 2008 we refurbished the house including the roof with only the wiring to go, but here we go again...time to move to higher elevation and where the earthquakes are infrequent (I hope). Excuse my translation here.. ...
Wife had 8 major exams Friday & Saturday including X-Rays, at 2 separate medical facilities with one location being Pereira with 1 consultation regarding possible complications (I pray not) with her Colon. Cost paid; $50 for the workup and consult, and $179 for all tests. As usual, we are very happy with the quality of service and personal treatment :-) ...
I do not know about other regions for that matter, but was told by my wife today...FYI to all, security has changed much in the Valle Del Cauca region...many locals are at risk and are being investigated/singled out do to people in much decline financially and the lack of food and work within the last quarter. She now refuses to even take any "LOCAL" buses and will only call on taxi's certified or if private that are well known family to family even though the costs are way too much ($30 between ...
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_pictures/7340249.stm http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7176555.stm FYI, I've got first dibs on the SUV & Rio Grande do Sul finca... Property belonging to a man said to be one of Colombia's most wanted drug traffickers was on sale at an auction in Brazil. "Property portfolio" By any standards, the man suspected of being one of Colombia's leading drug traffickers appears to have gathered together an impressive portfolio of property in Brazil, which is now up ...
I thought this article was a little amusing, even if it was a little old. Not sure if this still goes on, but again I guess this is how some have to adapt to the local living conditions... Culture/Society News Source: New York Times Published: 7/8/01 Author: JUAN FORERO Posted on 07/08/2001 08:39:34 PDT by H.R. Gross Where a Little Coca Is as Good as Gold By JUAN FORERO THE DRUG CENTER, the only pharmacy in the stiflingly hot jungle town of Camelias, deep in sou ...
Friday, 7 March 2008, 07:43 GMT Did not see any posts regarding this recent news....Ecuador says it has arrested five alleged members of the Colombian rebel group Farc inside its territory. Defence Minister Gustavo Larrea said the suspected rebels were detained by the army during a search of farms and houses close to the Colombian border. It comes amid a growing crisis over a Colombian raid inside Ecuador in which a senior Farc leader was killed. Announcing Ecuador's arrest of five ...
Hi all, picking everyone's brain to get more details on this location. Already know of its dangers but I looking for more explicite details, and assistance I would be greatful for thank you.
Does anyone have any most recent personal, first hand knowledge of the system and process there and if system procedures are simple to navigate? If not France another European suggestion? The U.K. may be out of the picture, but will know more in a couple of months as this still in progress, just need a back-up...Did not see much in past history on PBH on this issue, thank you in advance all... ...
Don't hammer me on this one guys, only adding what I saw on the internet (Prima Panama Blogs...Lets hope this does not happen and bring over inflated prices as with Panama! Did not see in other postings, so may be ok here, if duplicated I can delete. Latin Business Chronicles carries this interesting story about Colombia's potential for foriegn retirement as well as commercial investment. Medellin's real estate sector is growing. Can it even become the next Panama or Costa Rica? MARKETI ...
BBC News Friday, 14 December 2007, 02:22 GMT Did not see a post on this so here is the latest; Colombian police say they have foiled a plot by left-wing Farc guerrillas to kidnap the two grown-up sons of President Alvaro Uribe. Police chief Oscar Naranjo said 10 people had been arrested after phone calls made by imprisoned guerrillas were monitored. Reporters heard a tape allegedly recorded in October in which two inmates apparently plan the kidnapping. Gen Naranjo said the police had st ...
A new BBC article just out, not sure if you all have seen... Mr Chavez appears to be turning the tables on President Uribe with world opinion getting himself in the middle of this...This is great that negotiations were moving forward, but really, is there possibly another hidden agenda for Colombia's neighbor? I personally have a feeling still that he is up to something and it may not be good. He could be even using the FARC to boost his long range goals, what is the thoughts out there again ba ...
Hola everyone, Looking to buy a turkey fryier there, preferable where relatives are near (Cali, Cartago, Pereira y Bogota). Am also looking for Peanut Oil (5 Gal), this is a long shot but I will never know unless I ask. Desire to treat the family to some New Orleans Cajon style turkey jaja. Thank you in advance! ...
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