AP reports via The Oklahoman: Tiny objects, big dreams in Bolivia festival LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — Thousands of working class Bolivians crowd the streets of La Paz every year to buy miniature cars, houses and wads of fake dollar bills representing their dreams of wealth. During the pre-Columbian tradition called the Alasitas festival, Bolivians…
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Cyclist plunges off 300ft cliff along Bolivia’s Death Road after losing control of her bike… but miraculously SURVIVES after landing on a tiny ledge
Julian Robinson reports for MailOnLine: Cyclist plunges off 300ft cliff along Bolivia’s Death Road after losing control of her bike… but miraculously SURVIVES after landing on a tiny ledge Maria With Hoen had joined an expedition along notorious Death Road in Bolivia The 21-year-old’s push bike hit a rock sending her over the edge of…
Managing Water Resources: Bolivia Uncovers Aquifer’s Secrets With Nuclear Technology
Laura Gil reports for IAEA Office of Public Information and Communication: Managing Water Resources: Bolivia Uncovers Aquifer’s Secrets With Nuclear Technology Bolivians have found ways to protect and sustainably use water from the aquifer of Purapurani — with the help of nuclear technology. Despite centuries of supplying water to the cities of El Alto and…
Malia Obama’s Secret Trip to Bolivia
From The New York Times: Malia Obama’s Secret Trip to Bolivia and Peru By ERNESTO LONDOÑO The Bolivian guides were convinced it was the blonde. It had to be the blonde. American Embassy officials in November had told three brothers who led guided hikes across Bolivia’s majestic Cordillera Real mountain range that they would soon…
Discover The Rare Birds of Bolivia
ephotozine reports: Discover The Rare Birds of Bolivia With Eschenbach One can find about 500 bird species in Europe. Bolivia and its unique nature has got more than the double, among which are rare and unique species. The Red-fronted macaw This colorful parrot can be found only in the sensitive ecosystem of Bolivia. He’s a…
Amid water crisis, Bolivia’s ruthless gov plans hydroelectric “mega-dams” despite opposition
Free Speech Radio News reports: Amid water crisis, Bolivia plans hydroelectric “mega-dams” despite opposition Bolivia has been in the midst of a major water crisis for more than a year now. Residents of the city of La Paz are under strict rationing rules. Glaciers are melting at an alarming pace. What was once the country’s…
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