Stories for April 11th 2006

Tuesday, April 11th 2006 - 21:00 UTC

Brazil to help Japan with the ethanol industry

Brazil agreed Monday to help Japan develop the ethanol industry and thus reduce the country's fuel bill.

Tuesday, April 11th 2006 - 21:00 UTC

Prodi claims Italy election victory

Centre-left coalition leader Romano Prodi has claimed victory in Italy's general elections.

Tuesday, April 11th 2006 - 21:00 UTC

Oil prices settle at seven-month high

Crude oil prices have hit record levels in London amid heightening concerns of a conflict between the US and Iran.

Tuesday, April 11th 2006 - 21:00 UTC

Famous and mysterious ancient Statue to be returned to homeland

One of Easter Island's trademark “moai” will soon be returned its rightful place on the tiny Pacific island.

Tuesday, April 11th 2006 - 21:00 UTC

Falklands Fishery Director confirms good squid catches

Speaking at the Falkland Islands Government Fisheries Committee meeting of April 7th, the Director of Fisheries, John Barton, reported much improved catch levels for both major squid species in March.

Tuesday, April 11th 2006 - 21:00 UTC

Alan Garcia, the most “convenient” president for Chile

The prevailing opinion among Chilean political observers is that the most “convenient” candidate for Chile as Peru's next elected president is former president and Social democrat leader Alan García.

Tuesday, April 11th 2006 - 21:00 UTC

US cities surprised with Hispanic massive rallies

The massive demonstrations in United States pressing for immigrants' rights have led many Hispanics, and non Hispanics, to believe the time to show their political clout has arrived but whether the rallies will become votes and representatives in Congress has to be seen.