Wednesday, April 05, 2006 (Belize vacation)

Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Two stories in the papers this morning about the paradoxical resource curse that so often befalls poor countries unlucky enough to be rich in things like crude oil and precious minerals (but not rich enough to exploit those riches themselves): One is from the New York Times about mining operations in Papua ; the other, from the Los Angeles Times , is set in Belize, and stars a cast of characters
Source: www.sierraclub.org

World down under
Scuba diving enthusiasts find solace in their watery, recreational pastime.
Source: www.mysanantonio.com

Mama-rama: No sunshine on spring break
"Mom," my 8-year-old son Jacob sighed the other day, "Are we going anywhere for spring break? I really need a vacation."
Source: www.lansingstatejournal.com

Despite news of fatal accidents, cruise tourists prepare to set sail
The only worry for hundreds of vacationers bound for the Caribbean on cruises yesterday was the dark rain clouds hanging low over Manhattan's ship terminal - not last week's news of two unrelated accidents that left 13 cruise ship passengers dead.
Source: www.stamfordadvocate.com

Immigrants protest in Valley, cities across U.S.
Hundreds of thousands of U.S.-born Latinos and Hispanic immigrants hit the streets in Phoenix and cities across the country for marches that have brought to the forefront a deep-seated frustration over perceived harsh treatment, mischaracterization and a House Bill that would, in part, make undocumented immigrants felons.
Source: syndicateiq.azcentral.com

Latin leaders balk at US 'wall'
The proposed 700-mile barrier is to be a big issue at Thursday's North American summit.
Source: www.csmonitor.com