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Ecuador's war on the media

Los Angeles Times - Jan 23, 2012
Ecuador's President Rafael Correa has been at war with his country's media. Now he's set his sights on international media observers. Ecuador's President Rafael Correa delivers a speech during an event marking the fifth anniversary of his ...

Chevron accuses Ecuador of fudging justice

UPI.com - Jan 23, 2012
23 (UPI) -- Lawyers in Ecuador involved in a lengthy legal dispute with Chevron aren't correcting an injustice but making matters worse, a Chevron lawyer said. Plaintiffs in Ecuador blame Texaco, which Chevron bought in 2001, for environmental ...

Chevron appeals $18 billion ruling in Ecuador lawsuit

Latin American Herald Tribune

Reuters - Jan 20, 2012
(Adds background, details of appeal) Jan 20 (Reuters) - Chevron Corp has filed an appeal with Ecuador's National Court of Justice to review a judgment that the US oil company pay $18 billion in damages for polluting the Amazon jungle.

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Ecuador books

Lonely Planet Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands

by: Regis St. Louis, Lucy Burningham, Aimee Dowl, Michael Grosberg
Nobody knows Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands like Lonely Planet. Our 8th edition gives you the tools you need to create your own adventure, whether you want to browse colorful handicrafts at Otavalo's Saturday market, climb active Volcan Cotopaxi, swim with the Galapagos penguins or relax in chilled-out Vilcabamba.

Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
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Ecuador & Galapagos

by: Insight Guides
A brand new edition featuring illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside over 250 inspiring full-colour photographs that will bring the people and places of the Ecuadorian mainland and Galapagos Islands to life, at the turn of a page. From the snow-capped peaks of the Avenue of the Volcanoes to the historic Old Town of Quito, all attractions are included to ensure you experience the very best of this diverse destination, whatever your interests. A special 'Best of' feature highlights the top attractions not to be missed and provides the editor's choice of exclusive and unique recommendations, including the best museums, churches, markets, wildlife-watching spots, ideas for adventures and tips for families with children.
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The Birds of Ecuador: Field Guide

by: Robert S. Ridgely, Paul J. Greenfield
Birds of Ecuador comprehensively treats the nearly 1600 species of birds that can be found in mainland Ecuador. The authors describe Ecuador this way:

"One of the wonders of the natural world. Nowhere else is such incredible avian diversity crammed into such a small country. . . . Birds are, happily, numerous in many parts of Ecuador: even the downtown parks of the big cities such as Quito and Guayaquil host their complement."

Volume I, Status, Distribution, and Taxonomy, contains detailed information on the ecology, status, and distribution of all species.
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Frommer's Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands

by: Eliot Greenspan

Climbing to the top of Cotopaxi is a challenge, but the spectacular views are well worth it. See chapter 7.

Detailed maps throughout
Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information
Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping, and nightlife
Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas
Insider tips from local expert authors

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Iranian President Ahmadinejad visits Venezuela, Nicaragua, Cuba and Ecuador (January 8, 2012)

Despite the desire of the US-Empire to isolate Iran, some countries in Latin America are eager to expand their ties to Iran. Original report at: www.presstv.ir Also see: More and more countries are saying goodbye to the US Oil Dollar (waterput.yolasite.com

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Ecuador Adventure

Adventure activities you can do all around Ecuador: Mountain Climbing, Diving, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Surfing, Trekking.

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To Live in Cuenca, Ecuador

An exploration of what it would be like to create a life you love in Cuenca, Ecuador. Cameron Kayce sees if she can find a high quality of life at low cost - abundance of natural beauty, fine weather, friends, fresh food, good work, and culture. She views the quality and cost of travel and vacation, and of apartments and properties in the southern sierra mountains.

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