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Azerbaijan: More reaction to video blogger trial verdict

Posted by Onnik Krikorian on 15/11/2009

Days after the sentencing of two video blogging youth activists in Azerbaijan, other bloggers are starting to speak out about the imprisonment of Adnan Hajizade and Emin Milli. The two online activists will spend 2 and 2.5 years in jail after a trial which most consider to be politically motivated.

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For Profit, and More

Posted by Dennis on 14/11/2009

There has been growing interest over the past few years in the concept of socially-oriented businesses.  This interest has been manifested in many different ways.  More and more mainstream companies are trying to do business in what they describe as a more ethical or socially conscious way.  Inc ...

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Brazil: Was the blackout caused by hackers or UFOs?

Posted by Paula Góes on 14/11/2009

See the many conspiracy theories about the 2009 blackout in Brazil: everything from the president, his possible successor, UFOs and hackers have been blamed from one blog to another.

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Dominican Republic: Energy Crisis Continues

Posted by Rocio Diaz on 14/11/2009

The problems of electric power outages in the Dominican Republic continue, and many are growing restless with the leadership which has been unable to resolve the situation.

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Algeria-Egypt: Online Feud Over Football Match

Posted by Hisham on 12/11/2009

Tension is building between Egyptian and Algerian football fans ahead of a decisive football match due to take place in Cairo on November 14, which could determine which of both teams would qualify to next year's FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Ahead of the Saturday showdown, rival fans have bee ...

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