Stories for November 2012

Thursday, November 8th 2012 - 01:49 UTC
Wall Street and rating agencies not pleased with the US elections results

No break for re-elected President Barack Obama. In the midst of what should be a honeymoon victory Fitch Ratings agency called on the newly appointed head of state to quickly “secure agreement on avoiding the 'fiscal cliff' and raising the debt ceiling,” to retain its “AAA” status.
Thursday, November 8th 2012 - 01:45 UTC
Majority of Puerto Rico voters, 54%, favour becoming a full US state

Voters in Puerto Rico have supported a non-binding referendum to become a full US state. The measure will require approval from the US Congress, but President Barack Obama has said he will respect the vote.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 22:52 UTC
Global meat production reached 297 million tons last year, up 0.8% over 2010

Global meat production rose to 297 million tons in 2011, an increase of 0.8% over 2010 levels, and is projected to reach 302 million tons by the end of 2012, according to new research conducted by the Worldwatch Institute.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 22:42 UTC
India becomes main world beef exporter in 2012, and probably 2013

While the mantle of the world largest beef exporting nation has traditionally been a three-way race between Australia, Brazil and the US, 2012 has seen India race ahead of the pack, with expectations for Indian beef exports to grow again in 2013.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 22:29 UTC
Falklands’ experience helps revolutionize oil and gas industry technology

Working on experience gained from the relocation of thousands of tons of equipment from Aberdeen to the Falkland Islands for the round of exploratory drilling started in 2010 has helped a Scottish company launch a software program set to revolutionize the oil and gas industry.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 22:22 UTC
“Crystal Serenity” licensed to operate a casino while in Chilean waters

“Crystal Serenity” became the first cruise vessel licensed to operate and exploit casinos in Chilean waters, reported this week the country’s Casino Games Commission, SCJ. However the ruling also points out that the company authorized to operate the on board casinos must suspend gambling during docking and departure and while sailing inside the three miles.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 22:14 UTC
Rousseff pledges combating corruption is “State policy” in Brazil

Transparency International described corruption as “a plague which destroys lives, communities and countries, and feeds armed conflicts and wars”, during the opening in Brazil of the 15th International Anti Corruption Conference.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 22:06 UTC
Return of Colombia ambassador, expected to break Unasur exclusion of Paraguay

Colombian ambassador Jorge Barrantes will be returning to his post in Asunción this weekend, the first Unasur country member to do so, according to Paraguayan Foreign minister Jose Fernandez Estigarribia. Chile is also expected to adopt a similar decision in the near future.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 21:46 UTC
Argentine takes to the streets on Thursday to protest against Cristina Fernandez

Argentine pro and anti-government officials, politicians and lawmakers took to the nation’s radio stations to speak out on Thursday’s planned 8-N anti-government pot-banging protest, highlighting issues of class and ethics, but denying that the measure could be comparable to the magnitude of protests that took place in 2001.
Wednesday, November 7th 2012 - 21:38 UTC
MP Mark Lancaster will represent UK government at Falklands’ Remembrance ceremonies

Milton Keynes North MP Mark Lancaster will be in the Falkland Islands for Remembrance Sunday as the British Government’s representative. HRH the Duke of Kent will also be attending the ceremonies.