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Rocio Diaz

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Dominicana, licenciada en Administración de Empresas con postgrado en Finanzas. Interesada en tecnología y arte, sobre todo pintura y buena música.

Tengo un blog, www.accioncomunitaria.blogspot.com, y colaboro con Duarte 101 (otro blog dominicano) y ahora con Global Voices, lo cual representa un honor.

Me encanta escribir y, sobre todo, no soy conformista, de ahí surge la inspiración para mi blog, que es compartido con otra persona con ideas igualmente interesantes.

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28 March 2010

Dominican Republic: Opposition to Barrick Gold Mining Operations

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There is increased opposition to the Barrick Gold mining operations in the Dominican Republic because of the terms of the contract and benefits for the State, as well as concerns about environmental impacts.

25 February 2010

Dominican Republic: Colorful Characters of Carnival

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Carnival celebrations in the Dominican Republic begin in February and are characterized by colorful characters that are the main attraction in festivities across the island.

10 February 2010

Dominican Republic: Leones Win Caribbean Baseball Series

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After recent dominance by other teams in the Winter Baseball League in the Dominican Republic, the Leones del Escogido captured their first league title since 1992. They also moved onto compete in the Caribbean Series, where they also brought home the title.

14 January 2010

Dominican Republic: Helping Neighboring Haiti After Earthquake

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Haiti and the Dominican Republic share the island of Hispaniola. While those in the DR only were shaken, Haiti suffered devastating damage after the earthquake struck. Dominicans are doing what they can to help their neighbor.

8 January 2010

Dominican Republic: The Passing of the Multi-Talented Luisito Martí

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The multi-talented Dominican artist Luisito Martí passed away on January 3 leaving behind a huge international following who were fans of his comedy, music, and way of capturing the country's idiosyncrasies.

14 December 2009

Dominican Republic: Goodbye to Composer Luis “Terror” Días

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The community of Dominican Republic said goodbye to composer and musician Luis "Terror" Días, who died in Santo Domingo on December 8. His legacy includes composing more than 700 melodies, being an influence on artists such as Juan Luis Guerra and Fernando Villalona, as well as contributing to Dominican rock, of which he is considered a founding father.

3 December 2009

Dominican Republic: Factory in Los Haitises to be Relocated

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Complying with a briefing by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and with the demands of public protests of the Dominican community, the cement factory that was planned to be built in the protected area of Los Haitises National Park will be relocated.

14 November 2009

Dominican Republic: Energy Crisis Continues

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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.

27 October 2009

Dominican Republic: Cancer Awareness Campaigns

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Cancer prevention campaigns in the Dominican Republic have been raising awareness for prevention and treatment, as well as providing support to those families that have been afflicted with the disease.

15 October 2009

Dominican Republic: Restricted Access to the Beaches?

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Many beachgoers in the Dominican Republic are worried that the new Constitutional Article will restrict public access to beaches by giving more rights to private owners.

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