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By Karla Freeman But don’t do the other sins Are there good syns and bad sins? Don’t you agree that there are ways to see life that work to feel alive and prosperous no matter what is happening on the outside? The other day I decided I was ready to receive clients as...
On Monday, air force jets carried out three bombing raids on illegal mines in Buenos Aires parish of Imbabura Province. Dozens of trucks and earth moving tractors were destroyed as were structures and mining equipment and supplies. Those in the area were warned...
By Katie Surma In 2008, Ecuador made history by enshrining the rights of nature in its constitution, recognizing ecosystems as living entities with legal rights. For nearly two decades, Indigenous communities and environmentalists have defended these rights, setting a...
The other day an expat retired engineer at my patio de comidas table told me he did not understand why Ecuador’s interest rates never budge when the Fed raises its own. In that moment I realized most of us brought our dollars here without quite knowing how they behave...
By Paula Span Ronald Klein was biking around his neighborhood in North Wales, Pennsylvania, in 2006 and tried to jump a curb. “But I was going too slow — I didn’t have enough momentum,” he recalled. As the bike toppled, he thrust out his left arm to break the fall. It...
Going abroad for dental work can save you tens of thousands of dollars, but it's not a simple transaction—it's a medical journey that requires careful planning. This expert guide breaks down the process into five essential phases to ensure a safe and successful...
The National Police command said Thursday that it has cleared all but two roadblocks in Imbabura Province. “The work is progressing on schedule and we expect all major roadways to be open to traffic by Friday,” Interior Minister John Reimberg said, adding that if new...
By Brandi Morin Deep in the heart of Ecuador’s Amazon, where the Bobonaza River winds through ancient forests in Pastaza province, Sacha Gayas spreads out a hand-drawn map across her wooden kitchen table. Her fingers, stained with the rich earth of her homeland, trace...
Editor's note: Carol Leutner is hosting a conversation about her new book, 21st Century Paradigm Shift: What It Is and How to Thrive In It, Saturday, October 25, 6 pm at Carolina Bookstore, Calle Hermano Miguel 6-76 y Presidente Cordova. By Jeremiah Reardon Feeling...
The indigenous strike is over. The Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities (Conaie) made the announcement at noon Wednesday and asked its member to clear roadblocks and other obstructions erected during the strike. “We arrive at this decision to protect our people...
Bored? Segundo festival Ídolos "Jóvenes del Ecuador" - The Dirección (Department) Municipal de Cultura y la Asociación de Artistas Profesionales del Azuay (AAPA) announced the 2nd edition of the Festival Ídolos "Jóvenes (Youth) del Ecuador" which is dedicated to...
When I first heard Cuencano parents talking about Peppa Pig, I thought they were recommending a new cut of pork at the mercado: something to go with mote pillo and a side of ají. But no, Peppa Pig (or La Cerdita Peppa in Spanish) is not a dish of spiced pork, she is a...
By Caleigh Wells Wasted food is a financial and environmental bummer. It costs U.S. consumers $728 every year, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, and emits the annual equivalent planet-warming greenhouse gases of 42 coal-fired power plants. Carleigh...
In today's interconnected world, the idea of crossing borders for goods and services is commonplace. We buy cars from Japan, wine from France, and technology from South Korea. It only makes sense that this global marketplace has expanded to include healthcare. For...
The government announced Tuesday it is changing its mission in Imbabura Province, and will focus on maintaining order in the towns and cities and will not attempt to clear blocked roadways. As of early Wednesday morning, 13 roads remained blocked by protesters. The...
By Thomas Graham Election day might be the only time La Paz lives up to its name. There are no cars, no fumes and no honking horns in the Bolivian capital. Families enjoy the day out; skateboarders have the run of the place. This time, there weren’t even the customary...
By Ray Horsley What an odd custom, dining out. Somehow, we've come to view this routine as perfectly normal, but how might this be viewed by another civilization from our distant past, one unfamiliar with the practice? We go out with the idea of treating ourselves to...
The survivor of a U.S. strike on a submersible vessel accused by the Trump administration of transporting drugs in the Caribbean was released by authorities in Ecuador after prosecutors said they had no evidence he committed a crime in the South American nation, a...
Following the collapse of negotiations between the government and indigenous groups Monday, neither side appears eager to make the concessions necessary to bring the national strike to an end. Reaching a resolution is further complicated by the lack of central...
By Matthew Smith The last decade has been especially grueling for Ecuador’s economically vital oil industry. Plummeting investment, heavily corroded infrastructure, endemic corruption, violent protests, severe oil spills and rising insecurity are all weighing on...
