Ecuador alleges CIA infiltration Nov 1, 2008
Ecuadorean Defense Minister Javier Ponce, right, announces the conclusions of a report Thursdaythat claims the United States has infiltrated the country's armed forces and police, as Interior Minister Fernando Bustamante looks on, in Quito, Ecuador ... QUITO, Ecuador - An Ecuadorian presidential commission has concluded that U.S. intelligence services infiltrated the Andean nation's military and police and supported a cross-border incursion by Colombian troops that killed a top rebel... (MSNBC -- International)
CIA knew of Farc attack Oct 31, 2008
The US Central Intelligence Agency had "full knowledge" of the deadly Colombian raid in March on a Farc rebel camp inside Ecuador that led to a rupture in ties between Bogota and Quito, Ecuador's Defence Minister Javier Ponce said on Thursday ... A diplomatic standoff quickly ensued, with Quito expelling Bogota's ambassador on 3 March and both sides ordering thousands of troops to their common border. (iAfrica.com)
Lottery to name Ecuador's high court Oct 29, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) -- Ecuador's top judges faced a trial by lottery on Tuesday -- with 10 of the 31 justices set to lose their jobs by chance under a newly approved constitution. And the justices say they won't go along with it. (CNN -- World)
Street Food in Quito, Ecuador Oct 27, 2008
If you're visiting Quito, Ecuador and want a quick bite to eat, you're in luck. Quito has some great snacks available on the cheap ... In Quito, people don t usually like to eat on the go: they prefer long, drawn out meals with family and friends. (Suite101.com)
Election '08: The world weighs in Oct 26, 2008
"While I was trying to learn more about Ecuador and its government [it's harder than it sounds - they had 10 presidents in the past 10 years], people kept talking to me about the Bush administration and who was winning what states in the primaries," said Kristen Kelly, a Boston College senior just back from Quito. "I have to admit I thought living in Athens would give me some escape from the constant campaigning, political slander, and heated debates in the United States, but I could not have... (Boston Globe)
New MasterCard Research Ranks 65 Cities in Emerging Markets Poised to Drive Long-Term Global Economic Growth Oct 23, 2008
To assist him in this research, Dr. Yuwa Hedrick-Wong, Economic Advisor for MasterCard Worldwide, APMEA Region, initially assembled and chaired a panel of leading experts in economics, urban development and social-science from around the world, including the following: -- Professor Fan Gang, Director, National Economic Research Institute, Beijing -- Mr. Manu Bhaskaran, Partner/Head, Economic Research, Centennial Group, Singapore -- Professor William Lever, Emeritus Professor of Urban Studies,... (PR Newswire)
Couple blogged on their trip Oct 22, 2008
An October 11th entry talks about a visit to an artesian craft market in Otavalo, north of Quito. The couple climbed a giant staircase and enjoyed picking their way through eucalyptus and corn fields. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Bend couple attacked in Ecuador back in the U.S. Oct 22, 2008
"They stabbed him 18 times, starting at the throat and moving down, step by step. Then they started to beat Leah, then decided to rape her. And then, without any warning, they left, said Ronald Leis, Britt's father. Leah ran for help. Britt was eventually transported to a hospital in the capitol city of Quito where he underwent a 12-hour surgery and was fighting infection. More: On Tuesday morning, the couple's family got a glimmer of hope. Britt opened his eyes and that s the first response we... (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
U.S. man stabbed more than 24 times in Ecuador Oct 22, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) -- The Ecuadoran doctor who attended an American after he was stabbed more than 24 times on a beach in northern Ecuador says the patient was evacuated to the U.S. early Tuesday. A Quito hospital official who could not be identified for lack of authorization said that Britt Leis entered the hospital Sunday and remains in critical condition after he and his 24-year-old fianc;e, Leah Koehn, were brutally attacked in Esmeraldas. (CNN -- World)
Neighbors (Oct. 23) Oct 21, 2008
She completed her junior winter semester at the School of International Training in Quito, Ecuador. She is a 2005 graduate of Needham High School. (Needham Tab, MA)
Ecuador Sticking With Dollar Currency Oct 21, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador October 20, 2008 (AP) The Associated Press FONT SIZE. Ecuador has ruled out abandoning the U.S. dollar as a means of confronting the global financial crisis. (ABC News -- Wire)
Correa says Petrobras, Perenco accept oil deals Oct 19, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador (AP): Two major oil companies have agreed to transition from stakeholders to service providers in some of Ecuador's biggest oil projects, President Rafael Correa said Saturday. Brazil's state-run Petroleo Brasileiro SA and Paris-based Perenco SA have signed transition contracts, under which they will start receiving a fee for their services instead of a share of the oil next year, Correa said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Trip to Ecuador a life-changing experience Oct 18, 2008
However, once we got out of the city of Quito, we got to see the countryside and the country people of Ecuador ... Luis wrote on Oct 15, 2008 7:27 AM:" I congratulate you on having a great trip and learning from this experience. However, although unclear in your narrative, it seems like you only visited Quito, the capital. So what you saw was Quito, not Ecuador. Ecuador is very diverse in its people, culture, and geography. You should travel and live in the coast, particularly Guayaquil, as well... (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
South American roundup: Brazil and Equator win on Sunday Oct 13, 2008
Ecuador striker Christian Benitez scored the only goal in Quito as his team beat nine-man Chile 1-0 to revive their hopes of qualifying for the 2010 tournament in South Africa. STIRRED RIVALRY. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
U.S. influence wanes in Latin America Oct 12, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador - In a matter of weeks, a Russian naval squadron will arrive in the waters off Latin America for the first time since the Cold War. It is already getting a warm welcome from some in a region where the influence of the United States is in decline. (MSNBC -- International)
Argentina, Brazil need to buck up as qualifiers hot up Oct 10, 2008
Ecuador, attempting to qualify for their third successive World Cup, host Chile in Quito on Sunday while the bottom two teams Bolivia (five points) and Peru (seven) meet in La Paz tomorrow. Bolivia coach Erwin Sanchez will began a three-match touchline ban after he was sent off against Brazil and Peru captain Nolberto Solano is also suspended. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Orbitz.com Partners With QUANTUM OF SOLACE to Give Away Seven One-of-a-Kind Trips Inspired by the Upcoming James Bond Film Oct 8, 2008
Starting October 1, Orbitz will be giving away seven Bond-inspired trips, some destinations from QUANTUM OF SOLACE, that span the globe including Santiago, London, Istanbul, Panama City, Los Cabos, and Quito, Ecuador. -- VIP in Vegas - Las Vegas airfare + 3 nights at the 5-Star Wynn Resort in Las Vegas, pick up from the airport by a chauffeur, helicopter excursion to the Grand Canyon, champagne lunch and white water rafting on the Colorado River, an Aston Martin test-drive, private gaming... (PR Newswire)
Ecuador's Correa threatens to expel oil companies Oct 7, 2008
QUITO Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa has threatened to expel foreign oil companies if they fail to lift dwindling output in the OPEC nation. Correa, a leftist former economy minister, issued the warning in a speech over the weekend, only days after he won a referendum to increase his sway in the country's oil and mining sectors. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Correa Threatens to Expel Foreign Oil Companies Over Declining Production Oct 6, 2008
To contact the reporter on this story: in Quito at. Last Updated: October 4, 2008 14:41 EDT. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Correa warns Petrobras over Ecuador oil field Oct 5, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) - Ecuador's president is threatening to nationalize an Amazon oil field if Brazil's state oil company doesn't hand it over quickly. President Rafael Correa says Petroleo Brasileiro SA has not followed through on a two-week-old deal giving Ecuador's state oil company control of the field. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
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Melbourne, FL 32935 Last Updated: 10/03/08 08:46:36 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 75% Barometer: 29. (Florida Today)
Ecuador may default on US$200 million Brazil loan Sep 25, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) - Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa threatened Wednesday to default on a more than US$200 million loan granted by a Brazilian development bank to build a hydroelectric plant in central Ecuador that had to be closed ... "I love Brazil very much but what this company has done in Ecuador is terrible,'' Correa said Wednesday. Two Odebrecht executives took refuge at the Brazilian ambassador's house in Quito, while two others left the country before the decree, including... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Airplane runs off runway in Ecuador; none hurt Sep 23, 2008
A passenger airplane belonging to Icaro airlines lies on the north edge of Mariscal Sucre airport after it ran off the runway during takeoff in Quito, Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 ... QUITO, Ecuador - A passenger jet carrying more than 60 people ran off an airstrip in the Ecuadorean capital on Monday, skidding some 400 meters (400 yards) and smashing through a brick wall ... The flight attempted to take off just after 11:00 a.m. (1615 GMT) from Quito's Mariscal Sucre airport en route to the jungle... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Latin America Soccer Scores Sep 23, 2008
Deportivo Quito 6, Emelec 0. Macara 2, Liga de Quito 0 ... Group A: Barcelona 22; Olmedo 16; Deportivo Quito 14; Emelec 12; El Nacional 10; Deportivo Azogues 4. (International Herald Tribune)
Petrobras to Return Amazon Oilfield to Ecuador Sep 22, 2008
QUITO - Brazilian oil company Petrobras has agreed to give back to Ecuador a controversial oilfield in the heart of the Amazon jungle, President Rafael Correa said on Saturday. Correa, a leftist former economy minister and ally of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, last year gave Petrobras permission to exploit Block 31, located in Yasuni national park. (Planet Ark, United States)
Oregon's Perpetual Wonderland Sep 21, 2008
Danny Palmerlee last wrote for Travel about Quito, Ecuador. To comment, visit sfgate. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Everything old is new again in Quito Sep 19, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) -- As the sun descends, street lamps take over, illuminating grandiose colonial plazas, antiquated historic buildings and romantic balconies that line the major streets of capital city Quito's "Centro Historico" district in Ecuador. Pigeons fly in Plaza San Francisco in Quito, Ecuador ... This rebirth has transformed Quito from a mere transit point en route to the Amazon and Galapagos into a veritable destination in its own right. (CNN -- Travel)
Everything old is new again in Quito, Ecuador Sep 18, 2008
Everything old is new again in Quito - South America- msnbc ... Everything old is new again in Quito ... Dolores Ochoa / APPeople walk by La Compania de Jesus church which was built by Jesuits between 1605 and 1765, in Quito, Ecuador. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Ecuador could suspend foreign debt payments Sep 18, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) - President Rafael Correa on Wednesday warned he would suspend foreign debt payments in order to maintain public spending if the U.S. banking crisis or falling oil prices reduce Ecuador's revenue. If cash gets tight, Correa promised he would try to maintain spending on infrastructure, farm aid and programs for the nation's poor. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Chevron Lawyers Are Indicted by Ecuador in Dispute Over Amazon Pollution Sep 15, 2008
Sept. 13 (Bloomberg) -- Two lawyers for , the second-largest U.S. energy company, were indicted in Quito, Ecuador, over allegations stemming from a cleanup of oil pits that's now the subject of a multibillion dollar lawsuit ... The Chevron attorneys named in the indictment are Ricardo Reis Veiga, who is described as ``a U.S. citizen: married, residing in Miami,'' and Rodrigo Perez Pallares, an Ecuadorian citizen who lives in Quito, according to the indictment. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
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He competed in the Pan Am Games in Quito, Ecuador in the 1970 s, and came home with a gold medal. It s not on the same level, but it was a memorable experience, Ness recalls. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Boos follow Brazil's draw with 10-man Bolivia Sep 11, 2008
Bolivia, which lost 3-1 to Ecuador in Quito on Saturday, relied solely on counterattacks and surprisingly had a couple of good chances. Miguel Hoyos nearly scored in the 21st minute off a rebound from Brazil goalkeeper Julio Cesar, but his shot from close range missed wide. (CNN -- International)
Ecuador Polls Give Correa's New Constitution More Than 50 Percent Approval Sep 9, 2008
In mock votes, 55 percent to 57 percent of voters approved the new charter, rival pollsters and Santiago Perez said in a joint interview today on Quito-based television's network ... To contact the reporter on this story: in Quito at. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Ecuador considers restoring ties with Colombia Sep 9, 2008
QUITO, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- Ecuador is considering the possibility of restoring diplomatic relations with Colombia, severed six months ago after the Colombian army bombed a guerilla camp in Ecuadorian territory, Ecuadorian Foreign Minister Maria Isabel Salvador said on Monday ... Quito severed ties with Colombia on March 3, two days after the Colombian army attacked a camp of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) in Ecuadorian territory ... Salvador and Ecuadorian Interior Security... (Xinhuanet, China)
* Paraguay hold Argentina, stay top Sep 8, 2008
Ecuadors Neicer Reascos, right, is tackled by Bolivias Alejandro Gomez during their World Cup 2010 qualification match at the Atahualpa Stadium in Quito on Saturday. PHOTO: EPA. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
World Cup Qualifiers Sep 5, 2008
Ecuador has dropped lots of points at home so far, but is in a good position to defeat Bolivia in Quito. Bolivia, who only won its first qualifier in the previous round -- a 4-2 victory over Paraguay -- has improved a great deal, and seems to have a squad good enough to pick up a point on the road. (Suite101.com)
Generex Biotechnology to Present Abstracts at Scientific Symposium Sep 5, 2008
An abstract, entitled ``Measurement of Serum Fructosamine Concentration is a Low-Cost, Easy-Specimen Handling, and Precise Method to Monitor Glucose Fructosamine in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus,'' will be shown as a poster presentation on September 9, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. CEST. The abstract is co-authored by Doctors J. Guevara-Aguirre, M. Guevara-Aguirre and J. Saavedra of the Institute of Endocrinology IEMYR, Quito, Ecuador, Dr. E. Vidgen of the University of Toronto, Dr. A.L. Rosenbloom of the... (Primezone Releases)
Where your dollar hasnt been hammered yet Sep 4, 2008
The historic center of capital city Quito has gotten a major makeover in the past few years and is also worth a visit. BelizeThe exchange rate with Belize never budges much beyond a range of 1. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Generex Biotechnology to Sponsor International Diabetes Symposium in Rome Sep 4, 2008
The program will feature speakers from University Campus Bio-Medico (Rome) and the Institute of Endocrinology IEMYR (Quito, Ecuador). Dr. Gerald Bernstein, the Company's Vice-President for Medical Affairs, and Dr. Jaime Davidson, the Company's Medical Director, will also address the gathering. (Primezone Releases)
Ecuador: Probe into match-fixing claims Sep 3, 2008
QUITO: The Ecuadorean football federation (FEF) yesterday demanded that world football governing body FIFA open an enquiry into match-fixing claims surrounding their 2006 World Cup match against England. The FEF appeal follows a report in German daily Bild, which claimed the outcome of the last-16 match, which Ecuador lost 1-0 to England following a David Beckham goal, had been influenced by a Paris-based Thailand consortium. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
* World News Quick Take Aug 26, 2008
Rescue officials say lightning has killed three people visiting a tourist area on the Rucu Pichincha volcano near Quito. Fire Department spokesman Cesar Enriquez says officials havent yet identified the name or nationality of two men killed in Saturdays strike, but he says they appear to be foreign tourists. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lightning kills 3 in Ecuador Aug 25, 2008
The people were visiting an area on the Ruco Pichincha volcano near Quito ... QUITO, Ecuador - Rescue officials said lightning has killed three people visiting a tourist area on the Ruco Pichincha volcano on the outskirts of Ecuador's capital. (MSNBC -- International)
Chef Trueba introduces unique taste of Ecuador Aug 24, 2008
The owner of Mare Nostrum Restaurant in Quito was in Jakarta from Aug. 11 to 15, heading up the Ecuador Food Festival at Caf Gran Via, Gran Melia Hotel, to celebrate Ecuador's Independence Day. Guests were served Cebiche, an appetizer made of lemon-marinated shrimps. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
AeroGal Becomes the First Airline in the World to Receive SMART VOYAGER Environmental Certification Aug 23, 2008
(PRNewsFoto/AeroGal) QUITO ECUADOR. QUITO, Ecuador, Aug. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- AeroGal, the premier airline flying to the Galapagos Islands, has received the Smart Voyager environmental certification. (PR Newswire)
Football: Eliceaga blocks penalty to preserve Ecuador win Aug 21, 2008
It was their first meeting since a World Cup qualifier on June 18, a 0-0 draw in Quito. Both teams play their next qualifiers on Sept. 6 at home, Colombia against Uruguay in Bogota and Ecuador against Bolivia in Quito. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ecuador Says to Meet Chevron Over US$16 Bln Lawsuit Aug 18, 2008
QUITO - Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa said on Saturday he plans to meet with Chevron Corp officials and lawyers for 30,000 jungle residents who are suing the US oil giant for up to US$16 billion over environmental damages. Peasants and Indians are suing the US company in an Ecuadorean court over charges its Texaco unit polluted the jungle and damaged their health by dumping 18 billion gallons (68 billion litres) of oil-laden water from 1972 to 1992. (Planet Ark, United States)
Ecuador Says Could Help Settle Chevron Suit [ Aug 15, 2008
QUITO - Ecuador is willing to mediate a settlement between Chevron Corp and 30,000 Amazon jungle dwellers suing the oil company for up to US$16 billion in environmental damages, the country's top attorney said Wednesday ... "We are willing to facilitate an agreement," Garcia said from his Quito office. (Planet Ark, United States)
Getting Around Quito, Ecuador Aug 14, 2008
Quito is a large city and so it is not entirely geared towards tourists ... There are also buses that travel outside of Quito ... Taxis are also prevalent in Quito. (Suite101.com)
Bartering in Quito, Ecuador Aug 14, 2008
Is it Appropriate to Haggle Prices in Quito ... That is sometimes the case in Quito ... Are you heading to Quito, Ecuador for a visit. (Suite101.com)
'Windfall oil rule excessive' Aug 10, 2008
QUITO: Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa says a 2007 decree asking oil companies for 99 percent of their windfall profits is ``excessive. . (India Times)
Andes Petroleum to change contract with Ecuador Aug 9, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador Ecuador's oil and mines minister says China's Andes Petroleum has agreed to change its drilling and exploration contract and that Ecuador will get a higher economic return on crude oil production. Galo Chiriboga says that under the new contract, Andes Petroleum will receive a fee for extracting oil in Ecuador, instead of keeping a portion of the crude it pumps. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Ellensburg City Council member steps down, travels to Ecuador Aug 7, 2008
She leaves Aug. 27 to Miami, for a one-day training prior to flying to Quito, Ecuador for a one-month intensive training session. advertisement During the training session, Niner will be taking two hours of Spanish and six hours of educational classes each day. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Sacred Heart luncheon group gathers for friendship and conversation Aug 7, 2008
and Sister Mary Miguel of Quito, Ecuador. During their time back in Boone there was a small gathering of friends and family - and it grew from there. (Boone Today, IA)
Ecuador inflation reaches 9.9 percent in July Aug 7, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador Ecuador's national statistics institute says annual inflation reached 9. 9 percent in July, led by rising food costs and a falling currency that has made imports more expensive. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Ivanhoe Energy to Begin Ecuador Oil Production in 9 Months, Comercio Says Aug 5, 2008
Aug. 4 (Bloomberg) -- , a Canadian oil and natural-gas producer, will begin production of crude in Ecuador in nine months, Quito-based newspaper reported, citing , president of , the country's state-owned oil company ... To contact the reporter on this story: in Quito at. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Tena, Ecuador: Gateway To A Rainfor... Aug 4, 2008
To get to Tena from Quito, the capital city of Ecuador, would be jungle explorers can travel south along the famous Pan American Highway. Approximately 2 1/2 hours south of Quito is Ambato, the fourth largest city in the country. (Suite101.com)
Getting Into Ecuador's Rainforest Aug 3, 2008
A savvy explorer coming from Ecuador s capital city of Quito can travel south along the famous Pan American Highway to Ambato ... If traveling by bus from Quito, it will take approximately 6-7 hours, depending on how may stops the bus driver will make to take on or drop off riders. (Suite101.com)
Ecuador tells US to quit air base Jul 31, 2008
A statement from the Ecuadorean foreign ministry said the US ambassador in Quito had been informed of the decision not to renew the lease. Surveillance flights would end in August 2009 and the withdrawal of foreign personnel would be concluded by November of that year, the statement said. (BBC News -- Americas)
Ecuador: U.S. must halt anti-drug flights Jul 30, 2008
QUITO, Ecuador - The U.S. military must stop using its only outpost in South America for anti-drug flights when Washington's 10-year lease on the base in Ecuador expires in 2009, the Foreign Ministry said Tuesday. Leftist President Rafael Correa has repeatedly said that Ecuador would not renew the agreement to use the Manta air base, but Tuesday's Foreign Ministry statement said the South American nation has now formally notified the U.S. Embassy of the decision. (MSNBC -- International)
Kids Educational Activities: Olympi... Jul 30, 2008
Kids Educational Activities: Olympics Geography: Learn, Practice, and Sharpen Skills during the Beijing 2008 Games. Kids Educational Activities: Olympics Geography. (Suite101.com)
Weather: Partly cloudy, afternoon storms likely Jul 30, 2008
Melbourne, FL 32940 Last Updated: 07/30/08 08:45:41 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 97% Barometer: 30. (Florida Today)
Ecuador Central Banker Says Use of Dollar Faces New Threats, La Hora Says Jul 29, 2008
July 28 (Bloomberg) -- Ecuador would consider ending its use of the U.S. dollar should oil prices fall sharply and remittances sent home by emigrants decline, the newest member of the central bank's governing board said, Quito-based newspaper reported ... To contact the reporter on this story: in Quito at. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Correa Seeks Backing for Ecuador Constitution as Plan Moves to Final Phase Jul 26, 2008
In each case, street protests in the capital city of Quito triggered their downfall, with the congress voting on two occasions to put power in the hands of the vice president ... The president may end up with too much power to name members of a new court charged with interpreting the constitution and giving the ``green light'' for impeachment proceedings, said political scientist at university in Quito ... To contact the reporter on this story: in Quito at. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Moscow tops list of pricey cities Jul 24, 2008
The three cheapest cities were Karachi in Pakistan, Quito in Ecuador and Asuncion in Paraguay. Asuncion was the cheapest city for the sixth year running. (BBC News -- Business)
Lonesome George May End Bachelor Days on Galapagos Jul 23, 2008
QUITO - After decades of solitude, "Lonesome George" may finally save his species of Galapagos giant tortoise from extinction, his keepers said on Monday. George, a Pinta island tortoise who has shown little interest in reproducing during 36 years in captivity, stunned his keepers by mating with one of his two female companions of a similar species of Galapagos tortoise. (Planet Ark, United States)
