Global Voices · Citizen media stories from 2009 December 26

26 December 2009

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Stories from 26 December 2009

Palestine: Swine Flu Arrives In Gaza

Written by Ayesha Saldanha · Middle East & North Africa

The H1N1 influenza virus reached the Gaza Strip much later than it did other places, a fact attributed to the blockade imposed upon its population by both Israel and Egypt. In this post, bloggers in Gaza report on the fears and reactions of the population regarding swine flu – and on the rocketing sales of the spice believed to prevent it.

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Brazil: Bloggers lament urban forest fires

Written by Themis Aline · Latin America

After fires ravaged the world's largest urban forest in Rio de Janeiro this September, bloggers document, reflect and mobilise in equal measure.

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China: ‘How did Copenhagen end up our fault?'

Written by John Kennedy · East Asia

Did China do badly at Copenhagen? Writes one Chinese blogger: "I think Chinese officials acted splendidly at the Copenhagen summit; this was the first time for me to see China be bold like Americans in standing up tough for its own interests."

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Updates from 26 December 2009