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<title>Chavez and castro criticizes biofuels--or so they say</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez, together with former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, launched a series of article criticizing the biofuel industry. These series of articles came in after US President George Bush supported the ethanol movement of Brazil. Before this, both Chavez and Castro were staunch supporters of the biofuel industry. Well, we know&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;biofuel attack&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;ethanol movement&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Margarita Island on Spotlight</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Since Margarita Island is an island away from mainland Venezuela, it is not surprising that the ecology and culture in this island is different from the mainland. That's why thorough studies should be made regarding Margarita Island as much as much studies are made in the mainland. If you are curious about this isolated paradise, here's a blog for&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;margarita island&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;ecotourism&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Destinations</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: It is very fortunate that Venezuela has a very diverse nature that, everyone, including you, can admire. But we should always remember that we are here only to appreciate and not destroy, hence the birth of ecotourism. Here are some ecological tourism destinations in Venezuela. Appreciate only, ok Link: VenezuelaTuristica.com &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;ecotourism&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;destinations&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>The Dream Agents </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: The very mention of the name of Venezuela is sufficient to make even the laziest of person to shun lethargy and at least think about packing luggage to go to such a beautiful place. But such a desire alone is not sufficient for you need a proper guide who could guide you in all your endeavours. Here is one such guide who specialize in making the&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;destinations&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Isla Margarita beach properties Interview</title>
<description>Posted by 'Interviewer': Name of your website Isla Margarita beach properties Your name Troels Petersen Your Location (city, etc) Almu ecar Please give us a short summary of your website Vacation rentals in Isla Margarita Venezuela Read more: Isla Margarita beach properties Interview [click] &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;margarita island&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;property rentals&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Margarita Island Caribbean Real Estate (Venezuela) Interview</title>
<description>Posted by 'Interviewer': Name of your website Margarita Island Caribbean Real Estate (Venezuela) Your name Douglas Weller Your Location (city, etc) Playa el Angel in Pampatar Please give us a short summary of your website We deal in real estate and vacation rentals Read more: Margarita Island Caribbean Real Estate (Venezuela) Interview [click] &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;margarita island&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;vacation rentals&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 1.</description>
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<title>The Indecent Proposal</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Politics is a dirty game and most of the times anyone involved in it bears the brunt of not being on the side of the powerful. That is why it is so common to jump factions in politics. Here is a story where there is a complex mixture of three nations including Venezuela in helping Iran to purchase a nuclear reactor. Surely it raised quite a few&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;nuclear reactor&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;iran&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>The Beautiful Dangerous Baseball</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Baseball is an excellent way to enjoy yourselves, and the people of Venezuela are so crazy about it that it is the official game of the nation. But even the rich and highly paid baseball players of Venezuela do not fee fully safe when all sorts of crime are on the rise. Though the combination may not seem fully relevant, just read on this page to&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;baseball&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;crime&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Questions About Margarita</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Margarita Island is one of Venezuela's lesser known destinations. Thus, it is to be expected that so many people have questions to ask regarding this not-so-popular-but-ever-beautiful island. If you are one of them, then you are in luck. We now have here an FAQ page for everyone who has questions. Margarita, here we come Link: Isla Margarita&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;margarita island&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;maps&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>What Caused Ukraine s Famine </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Well, who likes socialism to be implemented in your country Please raise your hand. Hmmmmmm. I think you need to research more about your surroundings then. Take this case, the famine of Ukraine last year. usually, famine is brought about by natural causes--but never can I imagine it being caused by a leader's accusation of hoarding and&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;politics&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;misanthropology&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Why Don t You Shut Up </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: It's about time someone told Chavez to shut his mouth and listen. Well, you already know how it went when the King of Spain, King Juan Carlos, verbally slapped Chavez during one public discussion. Who can blame the King, anyway, when Chavez himself was becoming a disrespectful person talking over the Spanish Prime Minister I am afraid, however,&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;politics&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;shut up&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>It s Your Right</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Just when is the time to say, &quot;enough is enough&quot; What do we have to wait for before we pursue our rights and topple dictatorship In the case of Venezuela, it might be the closing of a TV network. We all know what happened when Chavez closed down RCTV, one of Caracas' more influential networks. Sure, they failed to topple down Chavez, but this&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;living in venezuela&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;current events&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Freedom is our Press-Right</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Freedom of speech has been included as a fundamental right in the constitution of various nations across the globe, but this isn't always followed exactly as per the written decree more often than not. There are numerous examples to support this theory and one such recent case is regarding the license of RCTV which has not been renewed by the&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;rctv&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;freedom of speech&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Bush - Beware </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: George Bush has been too pre-occupied of late with the problems in the Gulf region as well as sorting out differences with North Korea and the likes of Iran. But more action has been going on near home which didnt possibly receive that much attention in the world press. Nations of the South American continent have been witnessing a growth in&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;politics&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;opinion&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Fishing Venezuela</title>
<description>Posted by Buddy: Payara and Peacock Bass Fishing is never a fail mission if you are in Venezuela. Venezuela waters can offer you instant fishing spots and therefore you can really enjoy the fruit of your labor at a shorter time. The unspoiled environment of Venezuela made it possible for fish to proliferate and grow large in their numbers. So what are you&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;fishing&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;orinoco river&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Christmas, Anyone </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: I know that Christmas is still 10 months from now, but I don't think it hurts to give you some Christmas information, right I have here a recipe of hallacas, the main Venezuelan Christmas. They are usually made up of meat (any kind) and boiled eggs. With this kind of recipe, you wouldn't think that the slaves of the colonial past created this.&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;recipes&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;hallacas&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Venezuelan Recipes</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Venezuela is known for its panoramic views and great adventure activities. Their beautiful women also adds to the attraction. But asking me n why would I go to Venezuela, my top answer would be for food Look at this recipes and tell me now if you won't be convinced to go to Venezuela. Cachitos De Jamon Latin Black Beans Habichuelas&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;food&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;gastronomic adventure&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Venezuela Fishing Trips</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Do you enjoy fishing Want to go somewhere else that is very diverse and full of new adventures to fish Then come to Venezuela for a more intense fishing experience. Go Fish Network arranges customized fishing trips especially made for fishing enthusiasts. Definitely its a trip you must never miss. [404 Check: was link to http:/ / www. fishing&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;fishing&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;outdoor activitiy&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Real Estate in Margarita Island </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: This website is full of very exotic proterty for sale in Margarita Island. Commonly known as Venezuela this website features apartments, condos, villas and other property for sale or rent at this beautiful vacation spot. Link: Real Estate in Margarita Island (Venezuela) &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;margarita island&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;condo&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>The P Word</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Politics. Everything we do has politics in it. When we eat, there's politics. When we drink, there's politics. When we breathe, there's politics. Politics is one of those things that you can't live without. And so, to immerse yourself in more politics, I present to you this blog on recent major political happenings in Venezuela. As we all know,&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;expats&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;politics&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Limelight: Venezuela </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Venezuela, bordered by the Caribbean to the north, Guyana from its east while Brazil and Colombia bordered the south and west respectively. With this kind of geography, theres nothing you could ask for. All the adventures you need, all the fund that you want, all the relaxation that seek, all here in Venezuela. Link: International real estate,&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;travel guide&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;tourism&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Taste of Home</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Venezuela, aside for being known with its great nature, beautiful people, great economy, rich culture and other, is also known for its good taste when it comes to food making. Their recipes are just spectacular Venezuelan Black Beans for instance is one of the many recipes you could die for. It makes 12 servings with low fat. A healthy way to&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;food&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;black beans&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Venezuela s Top Spot</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: The industry of Venezuela has recently boomed and increased in the past few years. Even though the take over of Chavez slowed down the economy at some point, still the country manages to be one of the greatest in the continent. Poultry production for example still provides as one of the country's major industry and still going for a good way. &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;economy&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;poultry production&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Margarita Island Real Estate</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: If it's real estate properties you are looking for here in Margarita Island, then the first thing you should check out is Escape Artist. Their website contains a comprehensive list of available real estate properties of differing background in any major real estate market in the world. For the purposes of this post, it is Margarita Island.&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;real estate&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;margarita island&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>General Info</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Venezuela is among South America's best-kept secrets. Its vast natural wonders, charming people, and cheap cost of living makes it haven for any searching expat. Are you one of the people in love with this nation Do you wish to transfer to this country Then here are some handy information for you, courtesy of Amazon Adventures. Link: Venezuela &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;cost of living&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;amazon adventures&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Chavez Turns Back Time</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: President Hugo Chavez of Venezuela announce the turning back of time of Venezuelan clock by 30 minutes. This is a crazy move as what you might think but government officials have been studying this since 1999. The country is too large and owns a 2 timezones, and the after effect of this is that Venezuelan school children won't have to wake up too&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;turn back time&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;government&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Contacting Venezuela</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Despite the tension between the American and Venezuelan governments, these two countries still need to be in contact with each other because, admit or not, they both need each other if they want their civilizations to stay. Some of their citizens are living in the other nation's territory hence there is the need to contact home. If you are one of&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;country codes&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;phone venezuela&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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