Stories for July 20th 2006
Chile rules out review of border with Bolivia
Chile said Wednesday that inclusion of the access to the sea issue in the bilateral agenda with Bolivia does not mean Santiago entertains the idea of giving up any territory.
Federal Reserve: “some inflation risks remain”
The US Federal Reserve expects inflation to retreat from its recent highs but it could still raise interest rates further (in August) to guard against the risk of a costly inflation surprise, said Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke to Congress on Wednesday.
“Crown Princess” surprise roll leaves 240 injured
Over 200 passengers were injured Tuesday when a luxury cruise vessel came close to capsizing off the coast of Florida. The unexpected roll sent holidaymakers flying off their sun loungers against railings and virtually emptied the swimming pools.
Supply ship Sir Galahad bows out
One of the most famous names in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary will disappear this Thursday when the supply ship Sir Galahad makes her final voyage.
Bolivia and Argentina presidents the most popular
Bolivia and Argentina's presidents are the most popular leaders in their countries according to a public opinion survey published Wednesday in Mexico. Bolivia's Evo Morales figures with 81% support and Néstor Kirchner 80%.
Falklands Governor prepares to leave at end of tour of duty.
Arrangements were announced today, Thursday, in Stanley, for the departure of the Governor of the Falkland Islands, Mr. Howard Pearce at the end of a tour of duty, which began in December 2002.
Chile to become “World Tourism Capital”
Santiago de Chile will host the world's largest gathering of travel journalists from October 18 to 23, an event that some likened to “bringing the World Cup to Chile.”
