| Alejandro Robaina, 91, Top Cuban Tobacco Grower, Dies Mr. Robaina achieved cult status among smokers worldwide for the silken leaves that wrapped cigars known for their smoothness and richness. feeds.nytimes.com |
Clinton Woos a Leftist President Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said the U.S. was intent on having better relationships in Latin America, even with leftist governments like Ecuador’s. feeds.nytimes.com |
Costa Rica Court Rejects Vote on Same-Sex Civil Unions Court says referendum would put minority at disadvantage in predominantly Roman Catholic country www1.voanews.com |
Educational Gaps Limit Brazil’s Reach Education is a major stumbling block in Brazil’s bid to accelerate its economy and establish itself as one of the world’s most powerful nations. feeds.nytimes.com |
Rescued Miners’ Secrecy Pact Erodes in Spotlight The miners rescued in Chile have asked for as little as $40 and upward of $25,000 for an interview. feeds.nytimes.com |