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Pacaya Volcano Eruption in GuatemalaOn May 27, 2010, a volcano erupted in Guatemala. Hundreds of Guatemalan residents were forced to be relocated. The volcano, Pacaya, was one of the most active volcanoes in Guatemala. On Thursday, the volcano suddenly started to spew lava and rocks out.
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Teenagers in Guatemala Who Look like ToddlersIn Guatemala, 50-80 percent of the people are stunted because of malnutrition. -
Why Travel to Guatemala, Central America?Whether it is an obsession with a certain destination or simple curiosity about the culture, what makes tourists want to visit certain places such as with the exotic and culturally diverse destination of Guatemala?
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Amazing Pictures - 180 Foot Deep Sinkhole Appears in Guatemala City - Tropical Storm Agatha DevastationAmazing Pictures: As Tropical Storm Agatha reaped havioc across Central America on 31st May 2010, it left a 630 Metre (180 Foot) deep Sinkhole in Guatemala City.
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(Video) Guatemala Sinkhole Pictures Intrigue, Cause Some to Doubt AuthenticityTropical storm Agatha blew into Guatemala this past weekend and, along with a death toll of over 175 throughout Central America, left extensive destruction and a rather enormous sinkhole in its wake. Pictures of the sinkhole, which is inside the limits...
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Road to the 2012 London Olympics: Sport in Guatemala!Like Miguel Angel Asturias (1967 Nobel Prize for Literature) and Rigoberta Menchu (1992 Nobel Prize in Peace), Mateo Flores is one of the national heroes of Guatemala, a Spanish-speaking nation. On April 19, 1952, Mr. Flores made international headlines
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Guatemala Sinkhole 2010 Just the Beginning?The Guatemala sinkhole is an Internet sensation, but fortunately, no one appeared to have been hurt by it. Yet since this is the nation's second hole in four years, the focus must now be on preventing a future hole that could do far worse.
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Guatemala Sinkhole 2010 Only One of Many DisastersThe giant hole in Guatemala is the most publicized disaster in that nation, but it is hardly the only one in recent days. Even before being struck by the hole and a tropical storm, a volcanic eruption occured that is still causing problems.
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Guatemala Sinkhole 2010 Still Frightens NeighborsNo one seems to have died from the Guatemala sinkhole, although many factory workers could have fallen if it happened an hour earlier. As such, others around the neighborhood are either afraid to come back, or are waiting nervously for any new word.
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Guatemala Sinkhole 2010 Exposes Unsafe GroundThe Guatemala sinkhole seems to have been formed by a combination of loose ground and poor pipes. Since the ground is mostly made of material from past volcanic deposits, the lack of care for the infrastructure may have made it more vulnerable.
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Guatemala Sinkhole 2010 May Be MislabeledThe investigations into the Guatemala sinkhole have begun, although one expert thinks it isn't a sinkhole. Geologist Sam Bonis suggested it is a 'piping feature' which could be similiar to the hole in Guatemala back in 2007.
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Guatemala Sinkhole 2010 Rivaled by Chinese CratersAlthough the Guatemala sinkhole is the most publicized giant hole in the world right now, China has more consistent sinkhole problems. Several of them have formed in China during the last year, with a few more during the last few weeks alone.
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Guatemala Sinkhole 2010 Helped Along by Infrastructure?Although the Guatemala sinkhole was a natural disaster, everyone knows that human neglect can also help those disasters along. Increased speculation is that the piping and sewage systems may have made the ground more vulnerable.
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Pacaya Volcano Erupts in Guatemala. Tropical Storm and 2 Earthquakes Hit SimultaneouslyThe Pacaya volcano in Guatemala is erupting and Guatemala City is finding itself with 2-10 inches of black ash. The International Airport is closed.
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5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Rumbles Guatemala on April 18A 5.6 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Guatemala in the morning hours of April 18.
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The Top Five Most Interesting and Exciting Things to Do in GuatemalaCome with us as we countdown the top five most interesting and exciting things to do in Guatemala. Also included are some history and facts to help you enjoy it even that much more.
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Take a Mission Trip to GuatemalaOur mission trip to Antigua allowed us to experience a country of amazing diversity.
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Adventure Vacations at Laguna Lodge Eco-Resort & Nature Preserve in Santa Cruz La Laguna, GuatemalaA well planned adventure vacation at the Laguna Lodge Eco-Resort & Nature Preserve in Santa Cruz La Laguna, Guatemala simply reeks of the excitement of the show Amazing Race.
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Guatemala Sinkhole - Another Tragedy for Guatemala CityAfter tropical storm Agatha rolled though, Guatemala suffered another tragedy. A 66 foot wide and 100 foot deep sinkhole.
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Sinkhole in Guatemala 2010 Highlights Devastating StormThis weekend, a tropical storm killed almost 100 people in Guatemala, as thousands were evacuated. But the main story emerging are pictures exposing a massive sinkhole, as the rainfall formed a perfect cylinder in the middle of a zone.
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Guatemala Sink Hole Mystery DeepensThe giant hole in the ground at Guatemala is still making its way around the Internet, and the world. Now that people know it isn't a false image, the question is how it formed, and how much the recent tropical storm had to do with it.
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Far Off the Beaten Path: Hotel Villa Santa Elena in Varapaz GuatemalaReview of the hostel Hotel Villa Santa Elena in Varapaz Guatemala
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2011 Gold Cup Quarter-Finals Preview: Mexico Should Have an Easy Time with GuatemalaOn June 18, Mexico begins their quest for a second straight Gold Cup in the New Meadowlands Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ)against Guatemala. Tonight's winners along with the victors tomorrow will advance to the semifinals on June 22.
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Guatemala's Golden Age of RailroadsGuatemala brought railroads to the country in the early 1900's, primarily to transport coffee and fruit. -
Porta Hotel Antigua, La Antigua, GuatemalaPorta Hotel Antigua, La Antigua, Guatemala is the perfect vacation destination for travelers looking for lush accommodations amidst the natural beauty of Guatemala.
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Rainforest Retreats in Guatemala: La Lancha Resort in Lake Peten Itza, GuatemalaLa Lancha Resort is set amidst the beauty of a lakeshore setting in the lush country of Guatemala.
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The Best Beaches of GuatemalaGuatemala is usually famous for their Mayan pyramids, however the country has so much more to offer such as their wonderful beach destinations. Here I will discuss a few of the very best beaches found in Guatemala.
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The Guns of GuatemalaA true account of a short foray into the well armed country of Guatemala.
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Palo Alto HS Student Coordinates Costume Drive for GuatemalaA Palo Alto High School student is helping children in Guatemala get a chance to play dress up.
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The Center of GuatemalaGuatemala's Presidential Palace is the country's starting point for all roads and the culmination of years of planning. -
Pan-Mayan Movement in GuatemalaProtecting the cultural differences created in the diverse Maya communities of Guatemala
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Guatemala Mudslides Raise the Death Toll as Heavy Rain Devastates the RegionHeavy rain for weeks has pounded Guatemala. Death toll rises from record rainfall and mudslides. Rain has killed more than 200 hundred people and the number is expected to rise.
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Magnitude 6.8 Earthquake Hits GuatemalaLarge earthquake hits off the coast of Guatemala.
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Antichrist Holds Rally in GuatemalaGuatemala- Jose Luis de Jesus Miranda, who claims he is the antichrist, held a rally in Guatemala today. As the founder of the Growing in Grace church, he has two million followers that believe in him because they think his teachings are superior to those of Jesus Christ.
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Clowning Around in Guatemala!I travel. I clown. I write. The article is a travelogue of one such trip to the Highlands of Guatemala, playing with the local kids, spreading a sense of laughter as healing in this war-torn area. -
Tikal Day Trip to GuatemalaLocated in Guatemala's El Peten Department, Tikal is an ancient Mayan ruin now accessible as a day trip from Belize, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
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How to Negotiate in Guatemala's Artisan MarketsVisiting Guatemala is a wonderful adventure, but you can enjoy it even more if you understand how to negotiate in the market.
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Organized Crime Threatens Guatemala's FutureThe Power and Interest Report has published a new paper on the growing danger of organized crime in Guatemala.
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An Adventure in GuatemalaTikal, Antigua and Guatemala City all worth the trip to visit. A colorful and friendly society. -
Finding Information Online About Adopting from GuatemalaAdopting from Guatemala is a very popular adoption program in the United States. Here are some good online resources for families considering pursuing an adoption from Guatemala.
