Nicaraguan Independence Day
Comments OffNicaraguan Independence Day
Washington, DC
September 14, 2009
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On behalf of the people of the United States, I extend my congratulations to the people of Nicaragua as they celebrate 188 years of independence on September 15. As Nicaraguans continue the tradition of reading the Act of Independence of Central America in schools throughout the country tomorrow, showing [...]
Nicaragua’s San Cristobal volcano spews ashes, gas
Comments OffMANAGUA, Nicaragua — Nicaragua’s San Cristobal volcano has let off a series of explosions, spewing gases and showering ash on nearby towns.
There are no reports of injuries or damage.
Civil Defense Maj. Carlos Caceres says Sunday’s blasts prompted officials to issue an alert for 25 districts near the volcano.
The 5,725-foot (1,745-meter) volcano is located about 70 [...]
Nicaraguans make proxy war of Honduran coup of President Manuel Zelaya
In polarized Nicaragua, lawmakers are linking their domestic political agendas to the drama next door in Honduras — and the specter of violence is growing.
Presidents of neighboring countries closed ranks around toppled Honduran President Manuel Zelaya on Monday, with some withdrawing their ambassadors and others closing their borders to commercial traffic with Honduras.
Leaders from throughout [...]
7 steps to Nicaragua Cultural Immersion
Comments OffThere are many ways to enjoy and immerse you in this wonderfully diverse country in Central America. Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America, but one of the poorest in the Western Hemisphere. The country is bordered in the north by Honduras and the south by Costa Rica. To the west of Nicaragua is [...]
Nicaragua’s Ortega eyes recall, end to term limits
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Nicaraguan opposition lawmakers on Monday condemned a public appeal for constitutional changes by President Daniel Ortega as an attempt to extend term limits and eventually allow the leftist leader’s re-election.
At a massive celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Sandinista revolution on [...]
