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Are You “Living the Dream?”

Cynthia:  Well, Edd, we did it--three books in three months. “Living the Dream” is out today! Edd:  Yep. If we had known how insane this idea was and how much work it would be, I think we would have gone a little slower. We’re supposed to be retired! C:  “Living the...

Belly fat myths and truths: Take the quiz to see if you know the facts

Belly fat myths and truths: Take the quiz to see if you know the facts

Can you banish belly fat by going on a “belly fat diet”? Can you take a supplement and “bust” your belly fat? What’s the truth and what are the myths about belly fat? Take this True or False quiz to see how much you know. Stored belly fat is more dangerous than fat...

Los Barcos y Buitres de San José

Los Barcos y Buitres de San José

It was late in the afternoon on a rainy yet sultry September day along Ecuador’s northern coast. Edie and I had already wrapped the better part of a twelve-day trip to recon the Pacific Ocean along Ecuador’s shores. From Cuenca to Guayaquil and then Salinas, we had...

Kitchen Witches: ACT’s recipe for success

Kitchen Witches: ACT’s recipe for success

By Karla Betania Sánchez Arismendi Three cups of talent, 2/5 cup of laughter, three spoons of family drama, four cups of love and five of bad words. With the premiere of Kitchen Witches, Azuay Community Theater has proven that it is recharged! The first day of the...

Tips for surviving long-haul flights

Tips for surviving long-haul flights

By Susan Burke March According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), a long-distance flight is a nonstop flight lasting six or more hours, and more than 300 million travel long-distance every year. And unless you’re fortunate enough to fly first or business...

SWB: (Sitting while black)

SWB: (Sitting while black)

I’m sitting at one of my favorite cafes, waiting for a friend to show up. I notice two of Cuenca’s finest arrive and walk toward my table. Policeman: “Stand up please.” Me: “Is there a problem officer?” Policeman: “You’re under arrest for trespassing.” I’m then...

A taxing question

A taxing question

I've seen a lot lately about more brick-and-mortar stores closing in the United States.  Today, The Bon-Ton Stores, after filing for bankruptcy in January, announced it is heading into liquidation.  For those who don't know, the 160 year-old company has 260 stores in...

In appreciation: Efrain Jara (1926 – 2018)

In appreciation: Efrain Jara (1926 – 2018)

My writing assignments often evoke in me a feeling of inadequacy and, at the same time, the recognition of great fortune.  This is not a new sensation, it is a lasting collection of emotions that visit me often and reveal their intentions as I fidget in trepidation...

Ecuadorian named to Time magazine’s 100 most influential people list

Ecuadorian named to Time magazine’s 100 most influential people list

Ecuadorian Cristina Jiménez has been named to Time magazine’s list of the world's 100 most influential people. Jiménez, who moved to the U.S. with her parents when she was 13, is the founder of United We Dream, an organization dedicated to the rights of young...

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Week of April 05

Legal storm builds over Ecuador’s moved-up local elections.

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Ecuador issues nationwide mpox alert after first Clade Ib case.

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Big power users switch to self-generation as Ecuador protects household electricity supply.

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