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Politics | 18 November, 2009 [ 10:47 ]
Peru: Ollanta Humala and Lourdes Flores drop in voting preferences polls
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
The Nationalist Party and PPC leaders, Ollanta Humala and Lourdes Flores respectively, have dropped their percentages in recent voting preference polls, while Luis Castañeda, Keiko Fujimori, and Alejandro Toledo have risen.
Lima's Mayor, Luis Castañeda Lossio, got an approval rating of 23%, while Keiko Fujimori has 22% and Peru Posible leader, Alejandro Toledo, has done better than last month's poll with 11%.
Humala Tasso and Lourdes Flores have dropped one point with 12% and 8%, according to Ipsos Apoyo marketing research company.
Another interesting fact in the poll is the information that a whole majority of the persons polled (more than 70%) are asking for real reforms, like the approval of voluntary voting and the renewal of Congress.
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Isabel Guerra
The Nationalist Party and PPC leaders, Ollanta Humala and Lourdes Flores respectively, have dropped their percentages in recent voting preference polls, while Luis Castañeda, Keiko Fujimori, and Alejandro Toledo have risen. Lima's Mayor, Luis Castañeda Lossio, got an approval rating of 23%, while Keiko Fujimori has 22% and Peru Posible leader, Alejandro Toledo, has done better than last month's poll with 11%.
Humala Tasso and Lourdes Flores have dropped one point with 12% and 8%, according to Ipsos Apoyo marketing research company.
Another interesting fact in the poll is the information that a whole majority of the persons polled (more than 70%) are asking for real reforms, like the approval of voluntary voting and the renewal of Congress.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
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Celebrities | 18 November, 2009 [ 10:22 ]
Peru's Amazonian artist Pablo Amaringo dies at age 71
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
Pablo Amaringo, an outstanding researcher, artist, and teacher who was passionate about the Peruvian Amazon, passed away at age 71, in Pucallpa.
Amaringo showed from a very early age an acute insight into the cosmological nature of the world.
He wanted to learn about life; why we are born, grow up and die. His curiosity led him to wonder whether there are other worlds in the universe and if someday he could visit these cosmic astral worlds.
He published his first book of shamanic visions in 1991; he afterwards succeeded in the United States, Europe and Asia, being recognized as a World Artist-Painter in 1992.
That same year he was awarded by the United Nations with the “Global 500” prize and was declared as a pioneer of Ucayali (Pucallpa), by making the Ucayali and Amazon culture known around the world.
He created in 1988 the School of Amazon Painting Usko-Ayar Prince. Amaringo was acknowledged last August as a “Meritorious Personality of Peruvian culture” for his outstanding work as a scholar of Amazonian cultures.
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Isabel Guerra
Pablo Amaringo, an outstanding researcher, artist, and teacher who was passionate about the Peruvian Amazon, passed away at age 71, in Pucallpa. Amaringo showed from a very early age an acute insight into the cosmological nature of the world.
He wanted to learn about life; why we are born, grow up and die. His curiosity led him to wonder whether there are other worlds in the universe and if someday he could visit these cosmic astral worlds.
He published his first book of shamanic visions in 1991; he afterwards succeeded in the United States, Europe and Asia, being recognized as a World Artist-Painter in 1992.
That same year he was awarded by the United Nations with the “Global 500” prize and was declared as a pioneer of Ucayali (Pucallpa), by making the Ucayali and Amazon culture known around the world.
He created in 1988 the School of Amazon Painting Usko-Ayar Prince. Amaringo was acknowledged last August as a “Meritorious Personality of Peruvian culture” for his outstanding work as a scholar of Amazonian cultures.
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Sports | 17 November, 2009 [ 21:12 ]
Peru: Ancon Beach (Lima) hosted Windsurf Festival
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Isabel Guerra
With the participation of Club Regatas Lima, Yacht Club Ancón and Club Esmeralda Santa María for the first time, the Windsurf Festival Ancon 2009 was staged in Ancon, a seaside resort.
The event began with a soft wind, good enough for beginners to compete safely and with enthusiasm. From very early in the morning Hermosa Beach began to welcome the participants, friends and relatives for a tournament which priority was the comradarie.
Experienced windsurfers like Andrew Gibbon, Diego Esculies ,and Fran Hemmerde gave free windsurf lessons to the public.
Alessio Botteri from Club Regatas Lima won the Novice Open category, followed by Ismael Muelle (Yacht Club Ancón) and Michelle de Trazegnies (Club Regatas Lima).
In Novice Open Mini category, Ismael Muelle was first this time, defeating Vicenzo Benham (Santa Maria) and Santiago Aguirre (Yatch Club Ancon).
Windsurf Festival Ancon 2009 was organized by The Wind Adventure, Yatch Club Ancon and Peruvian Association of Windsurf, and was sponsored by Redbull, Cosas Magazine and Club Regatas Lima.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
Isabel Guerra
With the participation of Club Regatas Lima, Yacht Club Ancón and Club Esmeralda Santa María for the first time, the Windsurf Festival Ancon 2009 was staged in Ancon, a seaside resort. The event began with a soft wind, good enough for beginners to compete safely and with enthusiasm. From very early in the morning Hermosa Beach began to welcome the participants, friends and relatives for a tournament which priority was the comradarie.
Experienced windsurfers like Andrew Gibbon, Diego Esculies ,and Fran Hemmerde gave free windsurf lessons to the public.
Alessio Botteri from Club Regatas Lima won the Novice Open category, followed by Ismael Muelle (Yacht Club Ancón) and Michelle de Trazegnies (Club Regatas Lima).
In Novice Open Mini category, Ismael Muelle was first this time, defeating Vicenzo Benham (Santa Maria) and Santiago Aguirre (Yatch Club Ancon).
Windsurf Festival Ancon 2009 was organized by The Wind Adventure, Yatch Club Ancon and Peruvian Association of Windsurf, and was sponsored by Redbull, Cosas Magazine and Club Regatas Lima.
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Art/Culture/History | 17 November, 2009 [ 20:16 ]
Peru: Documentary about the "Diablada" dance will be done in Puno
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
A documentary about the "Diablada" dance will be recorded in Puno, to promote its origins and its traditional value, informed Jose Morales Serruto, representative of Asociacion Nativa Puno. The film is sponsored by the Puno-born businessman Elio Quenta Chalco, who is very interested in the project.
The filming could begin in next January.
"The Diablada is part of our cultural heritage and has a great importance here at this zone. The documentary looks forward to defend our culture, and could be filmed in Puno, Paucarcolla and Yunguyo," said Morales, adding that the film will have original music, so they are looking for local composers, singers, as well as actors.
"We are also searching for a production company in Lima to help us in the final project and to contribute in the commercial distribution of the film inside and outside Peru," added Morales Serruto.
The story of the Diablada will begin at colonial time to present days, and the budget will include shooting and marketing.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
Isabel Guerra
A documentary about the "Diablada" dance will be recorded in Puno, to promote its origins and its traditional value, informed Jose Morales Serruto, representative of Asociacion Nativa Puno. The film is sponsored by the Puno-born businessman Elio Quenta Chalco, who is very interested in the project. The filming could begin in next January.
"The Diablada is part of our cultural heritage and has a great importance here at this zone. The documentary looks forward to defend our culture, and could be filmed in Puno, Paucarcolla and Yunguyo," said Morales, adding that the film will have original music, so they are looking for local composers, singers, as well as actors.
"We are also searching for a production company in Lima to help us in the final project and to contribute in the commercial distribution of the film inside and outside Peru," added Morales Serruto.
The story of the Diablada will begin at colonial time to present days, and the budget will include shooting and marketing.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
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Food | 17 November, 2009 [ 18:02 ]
Peruvian potatoes will grow in outer space
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
Thanks to its adaptability, the Peruvian potato of the Andean zones has more possibilities to be cultivated at outer space to feed cosmonauts during space missions, so it will undergo some investigations.
According to Aurelio Padilla, Rector of National University of Engineering (UNI, by its Spanish initials), it is likely that several types of Peruvian potato are going to be sown and harvested at the International Space Station in only a few more months.
After a meeting with authorities of the Kursk State Technical University (KSTU), the potatoes proved to be rich in vitamin content, easily cultivable and adaptable to high altitudes.
The KSTU will be UNI's partner for the experimental farming of the tuber.
"In Peru we have more than 3,000 varieties of potatoes, but the Andean variety is the ideal for this project because his adaptation to high altitudes and doesn't need additional watering. It is a highly valued product and could be a good food for cosmonauts," added Padilla.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
Isabel Guerra
Thanks to its adaptability, the Peruvian potato of the Andean zones has more possibilities to be cultivated at outer space to feed cosmonauts during space missions, so it will undergo some investigations.According to Aurelio Padilla, Rector of National University of Engineering (UNI, by its Spanish initials), it is likely that several types of Peruvian potato are going to be sown and harvested at the International Space Station in only a few more months.
After a meeting with authorities of the Kursk State Technical University (KSTU), the potatoes proved to be rich in vitamin content, easily cultivable and adaptable to high altitudes.
The KSTU will be UNI's partner for the experimental farming of the tuber.
"In Peru we have more than 3,000 varieties of potatoes, but the Andean variety is the ideal for this project because his adaptation to high altitudes and doesn't need additional watering. It is a highly valued product and could be a good food for cosmonauts," added Padilla.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
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Health | 17 November, 2009 [ 10:51 ]
Almost 2,000 cases of HIV and 400 of AIDS reported in Peru
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
A total of 1,968 cases of HIV and 404 of AIDS were confirmed Peru, according to the Directorate General of People's Health of MINSA (Peru's Health Ministry) as of September 2009.
With these new reports, the total of HIV cases has just reached at present 23,446 in Peru, and the number of AIDS cases amounts 36,138.
Lima will host (starting November 21st) the 4th Community Forum IV and V Latin American and Caribbean Forum on HIV / AIDS and STIs, which will review the progress of the pandemic.
Specialists from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), the Joint United Nations Program on HIV / AIDS (UNAIDS) as well as representatives of AIDS programs in the region and from community networks will attend the event.
The World Health Organization declared December 1st as the World AIDS Day.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
Isabel Guerra
A total of 1,968 cases of HIV and 404 of AIDS were confirmed Peru, according to the Directorate General of People's Health of MINSA (Peru's Health Ministry) as of September 2009. With these new reports, the total of HIV cases has just reached at present 23,446 in Peru, and the number of AIDS cases amounts 36,138.
Lima will host (starting November 21st) the 4th Community Forum IV and V Latin American and Caribbean Forum on HIV / AIDS and STIs, which will review the progress of the pandemic.
Specialists from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), the Joint United Nations Program on HIV / AIDS (UNAIDS) as well as representatives of AIDS programs in the region and from community networks will attend the event.
The World Health Organization declared December 1st as the World AIDS Day.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
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BREAKING NEWS! | 17 November, 2009 [ 09:59 ]
Peru: Other six people involved in spy case, unveiled Peruvian premier
Andina
Peru’s prime minister Javier Velasquez Quesquen revealed this morning that six other people, fully identified, appear to be involved in espionage case of Peru’s Air Force NCO, Victor Ariza.
According to Velasquez Quesquen, another identified person who must answer for this crime is NCO Rios, who is in Miami, USA.
According to press reports, The Peruvian Air Force (FAP) noncommissioned officer Just Rios Aguilar, fled the country after security forces arrested Ariza.
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Peru’s prime minister Javier Velasquez Quesquen revealed this morning that six other people, fully identified, appear to be involved in espionage case of Peru’s Air Force NCO, Victor Ariza. According to Velasquez Quesquen, another identified person who must answer for this crime is NCO Rios, who is in Miami, USA.
According to press reports, The Peruvian Air Force (FAP) noncommissioned officer Just Rios Aguilar, fled the country after security forces arrested Ariza.
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Travel and Tourism | 17 November, 2009 [ 09:43 ]
Inkaterra celebrated in Peru "World Day of Responsible Tourism"
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
Inkaterra celebrated the World Responsible Tourism Day (November 11th), with several activities to emphasize the importance of this economic activity that protects biodiversity, creates jobs and helps reaching economic development.
According to a press release from Inkaterra, responsible tourism is a very important activity for Peru, since it strengthens its national identity, spreads its culture all over the world, highlights the historical and natural resources of Peru, and contributes to economic sectors such as airlines, restaurants, ground transportation, food and drinks, etc.
The celebration activities included the participation of hotel guests.
In 2008, a total of 924 million tourists traveled the world, demonstrating the growing capacity of this sector, which generates great economic resources.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
Isabel Guerra
Inkaterra celebrated the World Responsible Tourism Day (November 11th), with several activities to emphasize the importance of this economic activity that protects biodiversity, creates jobs and helps reaching economic development. According to a press release from Inkaterra, responsible tourism is a very important activity for Peru, since it strengthens its national identity, spreads its culture all over the world, highlights the historical and natural resources of Peru, and contributes to economic sectors such as airlines, restaurants, ground transportation, food and drinks, etc.
The celebration activities included the participation of hotel guests.
In 2008, a total of 924 million tourists traveled the world, demonstrating the growing capacity of this sector, which generates great economic resources.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
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Politics | 17 November, 2009 [ 08:33 ]
Peru will send Chile proof of espionage acts
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
Peru will give Chile the proof sustaining Peruvian's claim of espionage, reports the daily local press: the Peruvian chancellor said the documents will be sent to Interpol.
On the hand, the Defense Minister will go to Congress at 3:30p.m.
"Chile has to understand that a country that has been spied needs to open an investigation," said the Chancellor Jose Antonio Garcia Belaunde.
Garcia Belaunde thinks there is enough relevant information to prove the participation of the Chilean military on this espionage case against Peru.
"We are going to send, via diplomatic channels, all the information on the espionage of Victor Ariza," the Chancellor pointed out.
"It is confirmed that Ariza had contact with two persons, one of them a Chilean military man," added Garcia Belaunde.
The Chancellor said the same information will be sent to Santiago and Interpol to certify the authenticity of the investigations.
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Isabel Guerra
Peru will give Chile the proof sustaining Peruvian's claim of espionage, reports the daily local press: the Peruvian chancellor said the documents will be sent to Interpol. On the hand, the Defense Minister will go to Congress at 3:30p.m.
"Chile has to understand that a country that has been spied needs to open an investigation," said the Chancellor Jose Antonio Garcia Belaunde.
Garcia Belaunde thinks there is enough relevant information to prove the participation of the Chilean military on this espionage case against Peru.
"We are going to send, via diplomatic channels, all the information on the espionage of Victor Ariza," the Chancellor pointed out.
"It is confirmed that Ariza had contact with two persons, one of them a Chilean military man," added Garcia Belaunde.
The Chancellor said the same information will be sent to Santiago and Interpol to certify the authenticity of the investigations.
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Law and Order | 17 November, 2009 [ 08:11 ]
Peru's Justice will file a lawsuit against Susan Hoefken on fake lung robbery
LivinginPeru.com
Isabel Guerra
Peruvian Justice accused businesswoman Susan Hoefken for reporting the alleged robbery of a lung of the international exibition "The Human Body: Real and Fascinating."
According to the report made by the Second District Attorney's Office of La Molina, Milagros Mora, Hoefken simulated the robbery of the lung and reported it, despite it being a fake fact, which damaged the image of Peru abroad.
The businesswoman was officially accused by the Prosecutor's Office.
To make the report, the mails sent by Premier Exhibition company were taken into account.
These mails say that Hoefken said she had the lung and simulated the robbery as a marketing strategy.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
Isabel Guerra
Peruvian Justice accused businesswoman Susan Hoefken for reporting the alleged robbery of a lung of the international exibition "The Human Body: Real and Fascinating."According to the report made by the Second District Attorney's Office of La Molina, Milagros Mora, Hoefken simulated the robbery of the lung and reported it, despite it being a fake fact, which damaged the image of Peru abroad.
The businesswoman was officially accused by the Prosecutor's Office.
To make the report, the mails sent by Premier Exhibition company were taken into account.
These mails say that Hoefken said she had the lung and simulated the robbery as a marketing strategy.
Have other topics you'd like to see in our news section? If you or someone you know would like to contribute a news article to Living in Peru, whether it's translated or based on a personal investigation, send it to editor@livinginperu.com.
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